At The Centre, P.C., our team of dedicated professionals is committed to providing exceptional patient care and top-tier cosmetic and reconstructive procedures as well as non-surgical treatments. Get to know the experts who make our practice outstanding. Contact us today to learn more about all of our services!
Cosmetic and Reconstructive Surgery Support Members
Jessica, CMA, AAMA, Director of Clinical, Surgical & Medical Spa Support Services
As the Director of Clinical, Surgical & Medical Spa Support services, Jessica oversees the daily operations of The Centre, P.C.’s Cosmetic and Reconstructive Surgical and Medical Spa Departments. She also has the dual responsibility of providing care for our patients as a Certified Medical Assistant and has done so for over 18 years.
Jessica specializes in minor procedures and wound care. Not only does Jessica take responsibility for efficient patient flow throughout the day while working with our physicians, but she also provides patients with vital information prior to surgery through the Inform and Consent process.
Outside the office, Jessica enjoys traveling and spending time with family and friends.
Andrea, Asst. Director of Clinical Services
Andrea has worked in health care for over 20 years. She assists our patients by scheduling appointments for reconstructive surgeries and their follow-up appointments. She also makes sure everything is running smoothly for both the physicians and patients during the day. There are many moving parts as she assists the Clinical Director with coverage for all areas and necessary reporting done daily, weekly, monthly.
In her free time Andrea enjoys camping, reading, and spending time with family.
Lavene, CMA, AAMA, Sr. Certified Medical Assistant
With over 20 years of experience at The Centre, P.C., Lavene specializes in pre-surgical patient education and post-surgical wound care. She enjoys traveling and fine dining.
Amy, Cosmetic Coordinator
Amy is the friendly face who greets cosmetic surgery patients at The Centre, P.C. Bilingual in Spanish, she ensures a welcoming environment for all patients.
Diana, Cosmetic Coordinator
Diana is another smiling face who educates our cosmetic surgery patients about their journey with us to realize their aesthetic goals. Also bilingual in Spanish, you may end up talking to her on the phone to schedule your consultation with us! When she is outside of work she loves reading and being with her family and friends.
Anissa, Insurance & Medical Coding Specialist
Anissa has over 20 years of experience in healthcare, assisting patients with insurance coverage and medical coding. She enjoys beach outings and time with loved ones.
Kylie, Patient Services Coordinator
Kylie is our smiling face as you walk into the clinic! She plays a key role in supporting medical staff with her organizational skills. She enjoys movies, walks, and spending time with family and pets.
Medical Spa Members
Kellee, FNP-BC, CPSN, CANS, ABAAHP, Aesthetic Nurse Specialist
Kellee, our Aesthetic Nurse Practitioner, has been part of The Centre, P.C. for over 14 years. She is not only a Nurse Practitioner but is also a Certified Plastic Surgery Nurse and is a Certified Aesthetic Nurse Specialist. She excels with her expert care in performing all injectables, PDO threads, BioTe procedures and all other aesthetic treatments offered at The Centre, P.C. She is keen to thoroughly research all non-surgical treatments before we offer them to our patients. When she is not here making us look beautiful, she is enjoying her family while boating, playing softball and doing DIY artistic projects.
Ashley, RN-BSN, Aesthetic Injector
Ashley is an Aesthetic Injector at The Centre, P.C. where she specializes in providing cosmetic services such as Botox Cosmetic and dermal fillers. She has a passion for facial anatomy, and this is why she is an exceptional injector. She obtained her Bachelor of Science at Western Michigan University. Outside of work Ashley enjoys being outdoors, boating, snowboarding, and spending time with friends and family.
Morgan, Licensed Aesthetician
Morgan is a licensed aesthetician who also has a bachelor’s degree in marketing. She provides multiple services such as microneedling, laser hair removal, laser tattoo removal, and more. She has a true aesthetic eye! In her spare time, Morgan enjoys hanging out with family, friends, and her dogs. Also, she loves to bake and cook. Her other hobbies are reading, working out, taking walks, and watching reality TV.
Support Team
Megan, Patient Services Coordinator
Megan is the friendly face you see when you enter the medical spa! She is there to enhance your experience. Whether you have questions about treatments or need to know which product to choose from, she is there to make sure you leave fully informed and fully at ease. When Megan is not at work you can find her at the gym, hiking or at the beach.
Kaili, Patient Services Coordinator
Kaili serves as the Spa Coordinator at The Centre P.C., where she ensures the spa operates seamlessly by managing appointments, supporting the team, and providing each client with a warm, welcoming experience. With a background in cosmetology and a dedication to exceptional service, she is committed to creating a calm, professional environment for every guest. When she’s not at the spa, Kaili enjoys spending quality time with her family, creating lasting memories.
ASC Members of The Centre, LLC
Tracey, RN-BSN, Director of Surgical Services
Tracey received her nursing degree from Bethel College and has over twenty years of skilled surgical nursing with our practice. As Director of Surgical Services, Tracey oversees the function of the operating room, PACU, step down unit, and pre/post-op. Tracey is also a scrub nurse, assisting the physicians with surgery.
Her expertise in patient care, in conjunction with other OR team members, gives quality care to all patients and she is highly valued by all.
Outside of work, Tracey loves enjoying life with her husband and two boys.
Kim, RN-BSN, CAIP, Asst. Director of Surgical Services
Kim has been an RN for over 15 years and has 12 years experience in PACU & Pre-op in Outpatient Surgery Center. She has over 4 years in Clinical Management with Compliance, Quality Assurance, and Infection Control experience. When she isn’t working she enjoys spending time with her family being outdoors and exploring new things to do.
Larry, LPN, CSFA, Surgical Technician
With over 25 years of experience as a First Assistant at The Centre, L.L.C., Larry is a cornerstone of our ASC team. His extensive knowledge of plastic surgery and unwavering dedication to superior patient care contribute significantly to our accredited surgical team. He helps ensure each procedure runs smoothly from prep to closure, providing both technical and emotional support in a fast-paced, detail-focused environment.
Outside of work, Larry enjoys traveling and spending time with family.
Leah, RN-ADN
Leah is a registered nurse with more than 15 years of experience in the OR and Labor and Delivery. She hails from Valparaiso but recently moved to Granger. You may see her in PACU & Pre-op tending to all your needs before and after surgery. When she is not working, she loves beach vacations, theme parks, boating concerts, traveling but most of all she loves spending time with her children.
Whitney, RN-BSN
Whitney is a registered nurse who has a Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing and in Health Science. During your surgical journey with us, she will work directly with you and your family members to ensure the best and safest care for everyone. After work while she tends to her golden retriever – Tina, she also enjoys hiking and exploring National and State Parks. Her favorite free time is spent with her family and friends.
Cody, CST
Cody serves as a Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) in The Centre L.L.C. and specializes in many responsibilities such as assisting and preparing the operating room for surgery and assisting the surgeon before or during surgery. His duties include preparing the OR by sterilizing tools, helping scrub nurses and surgeons, and washing incision sites for patients beforehand. While he is in surgery, the CST must be alert to pass equipment, keep careful count of supplies such as sponges, and provide manual assistance like holding tools or organs.
Cody graduated from Southwestern Michigan College with his Associate’s Degree in Science. He received his Associates of Applied Science in Surgical Technology as well at Ivy Tech which located in Indiana.
Administrative Members
Lain, Executive Director
Lain is the Executive Director of The Centre, P.C., where she has managed the expert staff for over thirty years.
With an AAAHC Certified and IN State licensed Ambulatory Surgery Center (The Centre, L.L.C.), Centre Yourself Medical Rejuvenation Spa–all part of The Centre, P.C. entity, Lain has made it her mission to provide comprehensive health care options for patients of all kinds underneath one roof.
Her positive outlook is an inspiration for her staff. She is very active in the community, has served as President of The Samaritan Center, a local not-for profit mental health and pastoral counseling agency, and has served as an Elder at the First Presbyterian Church in Elkhart, Indiana.
Lain began her career as an international private banker in New York City for a Peruvian Bank, and then a dealer of finance lender outside Philadelphia. Lain grew up in Waverly, New York and graduated with a B.A. from Arcadia University in Glenside, Pennsylvania. She also received a Certificate in Executive Management in 1996 from Notre Dame University.
In 2001, Lain served as the national president for the Plastic Surgery Administrative Association and has served on the board of the Economic Development Corporation for Elkhart County as well as a bank director on the board of the former Elkhart Community Bank. In 2008 Lain served as the Chairperson of the Greater Elkhart Chamber of Commerce. Also, she served as an advisor for a captive insurance company.
Under two physicians and other numerous licensed medical providers, Lain has managed this bustling practice graciously. When not at work, Lain spends time with her family and friends, boating, and being active in church and community activities.
Susan, CPA, Controller
Suzie has a wealth of knowledge in Business Administration and Accounting.
She received her ABA from Lake Michigan College, and her BA and MBA from Purdue University. She is also a Certified Public Accountant (CPA).
As the Controller, Suzie is responsible for the accounting operations of the practice.
She enjoys going up to Northern Michigan as often as possible during the summer and spending time with friends during the off season.
Sam, Director of Purchasing/Facility
Sam’s responsibilities are quite varied at The Centre, P.C.—from purchasing for every entity within our practice; doing routine maintenance within the facility while keeping us compliant; taking care of shipping and receiving; as well as scheduling special projects.
Sam’s unique skill set is very appreciated by all team members and when we have an issue, Sam is our “go to” fix-it person. We have enjoyed Sam’s expertise for over 15 years at The Centre, P.C.
Outside of work, Sam enjoys time with family, cookouts, and camping.
Administrative Support Members
Michele, CPB, Accounting Administrator
Michele has over 20 years of experience in the healthcare industry working in accounting and patient billing. She oversees all the patient charges for both professional and facility fees and works with our billing company to resolve any issues with claims. She is very compassionate to each of our patients needs and spends the extra time to answer any questions they may have about their bill, whether it be in person or on the phone, patients can sense her caring personality. She is also responsible for accounts receivable and the daily reconciliation process. She works very closely with the Controller, assists with the month end process and many other accounting responsibilities.
Michele also plays an integral part in our yearly fundraiser in the fight against Breast Cancer. She manages each event and works with other members of the team to develop new ideas for fundraising and of course our yearly Breast Cancer T-shirt sale that is always an original design from The Centre, P.C. employee and is a patient favorite!
In her spare time, she loves being with her friends and family, but most of all spending as much time as possible with her kids and grandchildren.
Suzette, Marketing and Administrative Coordinator
As the marketing and administrative coordinator, she develops and executes marketing strategies, creates social media content, market research, and more…..
When she is not working, you’ll find her spending quality time with family, capturing photos of sunsets, cars, and nature, or hitting the gym to lift weights. She is passionate about helping women rediscover the joy of makeup and allowing women to enjoy their beauty sleep by giving them beautiful permanent makeup brows.