MEET OUR TEAM


At Upscale Wellness & MedSpa, patients are in the safest hands with our co-founders and co-owners, Dr. Tara Stewart and Kristen Knowles, R.N., B.S.N. Dr. Stewart, with over 13 years of experience as a board-certified emergency medicine physician, brings exceptional procedural skills and a deep understanding of facial anatomy to the aesthetics industry. Her passion for aesthetics, inspired by her own transformative weight loss journey, drives her dedication to patient confidence and personalized care. Kristen Knowles complements this expertise with over 15 years in emergency and critical care nursing and 9 years as a professional makeup artist. Her keen eye for detail and dedication to the latest advancements in cosmetic science ensure natural and attractive results. Together, Dr. Stewart and Kristen lead Upscale Wellness with a commitment to the highest standards of care, integrity, and patient satisfaction.

Kristen, Co-Founder & Aesthetic Injector of Upscale Wellness & Aesthetics

With over 15 years of emergency nursing experience and a decade as a professional makeup artist, Kristen Knowles blends clinical precision with an expert eye for symmetry. A graduate of the University of Oklahoma, she specializes in results-driven aesthetics that prioritize a natural, attractive look.

Kristen is a dedicated devotee to cosmetic science, specifically favoring ZO BrightAlive and Illuminating AOX to enhance her clients' radiance. Her philosophy for ageless skin is simple: never skip your daily SPF and commit to four professional treatments a year to keep collagen and elastin production ahead of the aging process.

Meet Dr.Stewart

With over 13 years of experience as a Board-Certified Emergency Medicine Physician, Dr. Stewart brings exceptional procedural skills and a master-level understanding of facial anatomy to the aesthetics industry. Her extensive background in the ER has honed a sharp eye for detail and rapid decision-making, ensuring that patient safety and satisfaction remain the absolute highest priority. Dr. Stewart’s approach to aesthetics is deeply personal; inspired by her own transformative weight loss journey, she is passionate about helping others achieve newfound confidence and self-love. She is dedicated to creating a welcoming environment built on integrity, clear communication, and personalized care. By constantly advancing her expertise and employing the latest medical techniques, Dr. Stewart is committed to enhancing natural beauty and providing a standard of care that is truly "Upscale.”

Meet Scharlee

Scharlee is a Registered Nurse with a heart for service and a passion for helping people feel confident in their own skin. In the treatment room, her absolute favorite service is NouvaDerm, but she is also an expert in Morpheus, Chemical Peels, SkinPen with PRP, and Hair Restoration. She is even expanding her expertise to include Laser Hair Removal very soon! At 43, Scharlee’s biggest piece of advice is all about long-term commitment. She knows firsthand that ZO Skincare can be life changing, but only if you stick with it! Her top skin tip? "Take care of your skin while you’re young so you aren’t chasing 'good skin' later in life. Pick a routine, commit to it, and just go for it!"

Meet Kacey

With 20 years of nursing experience and over a decade as a Nurse Practitioner in the Emergency Department, Kasey has spent her career caring for people during their most challenging moments. This background has given her a unique perspective on the importance of feeling your best every single day. In her aesthetic and wellness practice, she focuses on natural results, patient education, and treatments that truly improve quality of life. Her specialized services include lasers, neurotoxins, lip filler, hormone optimization, and medical weight loss. For her own skincare, she relies on NEOVA Cu3 Tissue Repair to keep her skin resilient and healthy.

About Melissa Scarberry r.n

Melissa is a Paramedic RN with a BSN who brings a high-level of clinical expertise to the world of aesthetics. When she isn’t serving as a full-time Charge Nurse in the ER or working in the field as a paramedic, she is helping clients achieve their aesthetic goals with precision and care. Her specialized services include neurotoxins, lip filler, PRP, SkinPen microneedling, and hair restoration. She also offers advanced treatments such as IPL, Morpheus, NouvaDerm, and laser hair removal to help skin look and feel its best. As a medical professional, she knows that the foundation of any treatment is a solid daily routine; her top skin tips are simple but non-negotiable: medical-grade skincare and SPF every single day.

Meet Raya

Raya is a Registered Nurse who believes that when it comes to aesthetics, prevention is key. Whether through neurotoxins or a solid skincare regimen, she is passionate about helping her clients maintain their natural beauty for years to come. Currently specializing in SkinPen microneedling and "tox" treatments, Raya brings a fresh perspective to every appointment. She is also currently finishing her advanced studies in NP school and is set to graduate this May!

For her patients, she loves the "glow" that Daxxify provides, but for her own personal routine, she is a ZO Skin Health loyalist…specifically their cleanser, which she recommends for all skin types.

Meet Jessica

Jessica is a skilled aesthetician specializing in custom facials, chemical peels, dermaplaning, and lash and brow services. A true believer in the power of light therapy, she uses red light for firming and blue light for acne to ensure her clients achieve their best skin. Her personal regimen is built on high-impact habits like always double cleansing at night, ditching the face towel to reduce bacteria, and keeping a fresh pillowcase and disinfected cell phone! For her own daily glow, she swears by the ZO Dual Action Scrub and Revision Intellishade SPF 45.

Meet Destinee

As a dedicated Lash Artist, Destinee is an expert in the fine details that make a big impact. Whether you’re looking for a dramatic set of lash extensions, a natural lash lift and tint, or perfectly sculpted eyebrow lamination and tinting, she has the precision to bring your vision to life. She also offers professional face waxing and eyebrow threading to ensure every client leaves feeling polished and confident. Destinee’s number one beauty tip is a classic for a reason: always wear SPF. To keep her skin smooth and glowing, her personal must-have is the ZO Exfoliating Polish, which she swears by for maintaining a fresh, healthy complexion.