Meet The Team
Carla Cole
Tampa Bay's Largest, Most Trusted Medical Aesthetic Facility
Carla Cole, APRN-C, MSN
APRN-C, MSN | Aesthetic Provider
Carla Cole, MSN, APRN-C, brings more than 27 years of clinical experience to the practice. Her background spans cardiology, internal medicine, and aesthetic and cosmetic medicine. She earned her Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Samford University’s Ida V. Moffett School of Nursing in 1999. In 2005, she graduated with honors from the University of South Alabama with a Master of Science in Nursing. She is also board certified by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) as an Acute Care Nurse Practitioner.
Outside of the practice, Carla is a devoted mother of a son and daughter. She is active in her community, volunteering at her children’s school and supporting local nonprofit organizations and events. Carla is also an accomplished artist who enjoys oil painting. She is a passionate athlete, competing as an Ironman triathlete and marathon runner, and maintaining an active, healthy lifestyle.
“I want every patient to feel comfortable, confident, and cared for. My goal is always to enhance natural beauty, never to change it, and to build a treatment plan around each patient’s individual goals.” – Carla Cole, MSN, APRN-C
Erica Bray
I have been going here for 3 years and I will never go anywhere else. I just absolutely love how my doctor always tells me exactly what she is doing and explains everything in detail to me. 5 Star 🌟✨ treatment thank you for your amazing work.
Suzanne Walter
Morpheus 8. Everyone was professional, helpful, and overall simply great. I always enjoy my experience at vein and cosmetic center.
Arlete Jesus
The place is beautiful and clean, the people working there are friendly .Joy Drexler is amazing, she's very professional and kind.
Karla Lovering
Best clinic in central florida! Super clean & aesthetic with super inviting, friendly and knowledgeable staff. LOVE Joy and her assistant
Diana D
Highly skilled, friendly staff and punctual. This is the only place I ever go for my treatment. Thank you
Robin Carter
Jessica and Sue are awesome The level of customer service is outstanding The results of the procedures are amazing I am sooooo grateful Thank you!!!! I will recommend them to everyone 🙂
Judy Ortiz
Terrific experience with dysport and filler Just as I wanted. Natural look with a little help
Nikki L
I have been to Tampa Vein and cosmetic center for a number of things over the past 4 years. They have always run an efficient office and everyone has been wonderful to work with. Joy with HRT is extra awesome!
Sandy Cuculich
Great service…no overselling.
Susan Mackey
The office is great and so r the people who work there.
Tinah Hamilton
Great staff, and Joy is a delight 😊
Lauren Scheffer
Andrea is amazing! She is always honest in how much is too much, and has a way to always have you leaving looking as natural as possible.
Meredith Nelson
Kate, Joy and Mimi are wonderful , Tampa is a little bit of a hike for me but after going to other cosmetic practices that are located closer to home, I find myself driving the distance and returning to the best.
Heidi P.
Kristen Thornley and staff are just so incredibly positive and sweet. I always have a great experience at the Vein & Cosmetic Center of Tampa Bay.
parapente725
Everyone at the Vien & Cosmetic Center are very professional and nice. Joy is my provider and is incredibly thorough. I would definitely refer anyone to this buisness.
Angie Hayes
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Mary Etheridge
Always friendly staff. They are quite knowledgeable. Fast and efficient.
Sheila Matthias
Great experience.
Ilka Suda
Andrea is a master at what she does! Highly recommend her and The Vein Center. I have been going there for different services for over 15 years! Top notch!
Michelle Peña
The place is clean, relaxing and the employees are very kind. Liz, the person who do my treatment is very profesional, sweet and knowledgeable.
Katie Kate
The staff is GREAT and the overall experience was really good.
Ramona Isaacs
Jackie is amazing.
Dennis Thompson
Joy is absolutely the best! I have complete confidence with the procedure I have every four months. Genuine caring means so much, and that’s what I get every time!!
Ryan Olinger
I've seen Jackie many times now, and each time everything about the appointment has been amazing!! She listens to my concerns, offers guidance and does a great job with the injections. I love love love my results!! 1000/10 recommend
Kenneth Wallace
Very friendly and prompt
gigi
Great experience and results as always. I’m very pleased and will continue with my treatments
Lisa Trentalange
Very professional and thorough.
Tina Jenkins
Kate and staff were very professional and educated me on future possible procedures. Thank you all for a wonderful experience
Hind Kettani
Mimi is the best !
Michele Joyce
I’ve been going to see Kristen for over 10 years. She does a fabulous job. She always takes the time to listen to me and genuinely interested in my input. Everyone here is so nice and helpful. The decor in the place is absolutely beautiful!
Jacinta Gamble-Brunson
I absolutely love this place ! The amazing results for my pelvic health has really saved my self esteem! I’m so grateful! Highly recommend the Emsella Chair and the other treatments for feminine health. I’m forever grateful!
Melanie Younglove
Wonderful experience and no waiting
Jade Foster
Amazing experience. Joy and her team are informative, compassionate, and a pleasure to work with. If I could give 10 stars, I would. Highly recommended!
Bridget Mazzuco
Andrea was very knowledgeable, personable, and really put my mind at ease. It was a great experience and I will be back!
Jennifer Ihrig
All around great experience! Staff very friendly and knowledgeable. Beautiful facility too. I love my lips!
cheryl clifford
Went today to get cheek filler with the Amazing Jackie and her helper both so sweet and really nice, professional, always friendly!! Love the results always! The best thing always is they don’t push more if you don’t need it, that says a lot!!
Sharon Bailiff
The Vein Center is filled with competent, caring people. I am very pleased with the results of the treatments I received.
Joanna Mullins
I have been a patient here for a few years now and I absolutely love it!! All of the girls are so sweet and attentive ❤️
Terry Westfall
I’ve been going here couple years now. Just had the resurfx with free IPL. Love there monthly specials.
Marcia Chestnut
Love going here. Jessica makes you feel at ease and is always so pleasant and upbeat. I highly recommend going here.
Kathleen Johnson
Kate was wonderful! Spent a lot of time discussing what would work for my face. I have also booked additional services.
Mae Lynn
Great staff all very friendly and knowledgeable. I'll be back for more treatments soon.
Maresa Russo
Had Botox with Kristen and a pellet with Joy. I love this place. Everyone is so nice and helpful. I've been going to the Vein & Cosmetic Center for over 15 years and I have never had a bad appointment or weird experience.
Diana Higgs
I was referred to Joy. She was excellent and I look forward to working with her to optimize my health!
Lori Magliaro
Just moved to the area and absolutely so happy to have found Carla and The Vein and Cosmetic Center. She’s compassionate, honest and I am so happy with my treatments. Impeccable service from the staff as well. Looking forward to next time!
Carolyn Filippone
I have been going to Joy Drexler for a couple of years and she is FANTASTIC! I highly recommend her. She is very personable and professional with outstanding knowledge regarding hormone replacement!
Karina Obando
Morpheus 8, Botox, pellets. I have done several treatments with Melissa, Joy and now Casandra. Very nice ladies and great job! Always attentive and listening to your concerns.
K Long
Beautiful facility! Friendly professional staff, competitive prices! Honest evaluation and recommendations...Whitney was honest, thorough and very skilled!
Jennifer Jones
Joy and her team are always very kind and professional. I drive almost an hour and a half for my appointments and will continue to do so to receive the quality of care that they provide.
cami junk
Fabulous! Jacquelyn does amazing lips
amy pena
Always friendly, professional, and extremely knowledgeable. ARNP Jessica is extremely talented!
Lori DePrince
Andrea is amazing with her technique! Highly recommend seeing her!!
Martina Vazquez
Very happy to be with Joy again. Looking forward to positive changes in my looks . Can’t wait. Joy is so very helpful. I always feel so educated once I leave there I have to talk with Joy And her assistant.
Michelle Wimbs
Vein and Cosmetic Center of Tampa Bay is awesome. I am a long time patient and would never go anywhere else. Staff is amazing and knowledgeable.
Delaney Ferrell
Andrea was amazing for my 2nd time getting filler by her!! Would definitely recommend her to anyone who is looking to get filler or any other cosmetic needs:)
Falconer Hudson
Just saw Kate for my Botox and facial treatment game plan- it really is like family there! Just met Gabby today for a quick peptide talk- she is mega knowledgeable! THEY BUILD THEIR TEAM RIGHT!! ❤️❤️ Get in there and get some treatments done!
alice dickinson
Awesome injector and staff thank you , great results, would totally recommend !
Kim Looby
I have been going specifically to Joy for over 8 years - I travel out of state because of her and the attention she gives to her work.
Rebecca Baratta
Got me in sooner than my appointment time, had a great experience getting daxxify. Painless, fast, easy, and more affordable than I even thought it would be. Definitely will be coming back
Alison Bresciani
Great experience every time
Charlie Naylor
Met with Andrea the ARNP to discuss my concerns/procedures and she was very pleasant and professional and discussed what my best plan of treatment would be for my certain concerns. I will definitely be coming back! Thank you again
Amy Renee Garcia
Love the team here. Thank you Jackie!
Omitsa Lopez
Amazing place!! Love Andrea, she’s got amazing hands!!
Rosie Lyons
They're he best! Rosalie P
Steven Cole
We can’t say enough about how professional the entire staff at Vein & Cosmetic Center has been during my visits. We remain loyal to the practice because of Joy’s outstanding knowledge and care.
Brenda LaMonte
Everyone’s from check in to checkout is very attentive. Great place!
Criss Math
Jacki and staff are helpful and lovely! She listened to my concerns and was intentionally thoughtful.
amalfi guillen
Jacky wan amazing 👏
melissa tennent
So quick and efficient. I was in and out in 30 minutes. I got PDGF with Andrea, she was awesome, it didn’t hurt a bit. It was my first time there and all the staff was very friendly and personable.
Heather Kessler
I always appreciate how Kristen is always conservative with her approach and offers several treatments at different price points/down time. Always check their specials too!
April Anthony
Andrea is great!
Olga Sh
Dr. Andrea is amazing! She made me feel comfortable, explained everything clearly, and customized the facial to my skin’s needs. My skin felt refreshed and glowing right after. Highly recommend!
Virginia M Tomaloff
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Monica Makholm
All staff from the front desk to the ladies that do the procedure are AMAZiNG!
Roberta j Taylor
I love the vein center. You just have to be very Mindful of your eyebrows, cover them up. Thank you God's peace and blessings
Creative spirit
Joy exceeds expections and really cares about her patients.
Karen Hoose
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Teresa Murray
Katie and the whole staff are great.
Jeanne Hamlin
Jacqui is the best! So patient and knowledgeable! I love my results
Sherl Bernard
Beautiful office. Everyone was very friendly. Andrea offered some options to work on areas of my skin I was most concerned about. Had Botox and filler today. I’m going back for CoolPeel. Highly recommend!
Mick McClimans
Everyone was professional, very nice staff and Joy did a great job . Very pleasant experience.
Sabrina F
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Debbie Harris
Joy is amazing and truly invest time not only to explain and answer questions but to truly provide 5 star service and product knowledge! She has changed my life and it’s the best investment I’ve done for myself and my health.
Jacklina Polyakov
Amazing! I had such a great experience start to finish, very professional, very clean… real & perfect results!
Joyce Wilson
What wonderful and pleasant experience I had!!! The staff was awesome besides being very competent and efficient!!! Loved my experience!!!!
Cathy Edgerly
Very friendly, positive, professional atmosphere!
Laura Baccarella
Referred to Joy for hormone replacement consultation. She was very thorough & knowledgeable about everything we discussed. Refreshing to have someone that takes the time to ease your mind & educate, especially about some thing new😊
Nadine Nemick
Jacqui is always friendly and professional. She explains everything and is very knowledgeable about your questions and concerns.
Olivia Stemke
Kate was amazingly thorough and professional! She evaluated my needs and gave recommendations for how to achieve my skincare goals. I had an IPL facial and my skin is already glowing. Will definitely be back to see her!
Eglantina Dici
Extremely pleasant experience with Ana Aga, very kind person and wanted to do all she could to ensure my brows were awesome and the are.
ANDREA Cianek
Great place! I’ve done everything from Botox to injectables to laser to PRP and kybella. Each time the office staff and providers were excellent caring and artistic. I also like they are conservative in their approach
Olivia Downing
Called and was able to be helped the same day! I thought the staff was extremely kind, knowledgeable, and happy to help. It shows the doctors are passionate about what they do and helping others!
Alexandra J Lalam
Great very professional Kate she’s patient and so friendly really recommended ;-)
Vicki Anderson
I have been a 30 year customer. Same great service and professionalism. Great friendly staff.
Effie Wenzel
Tammy was such a quick and efficient injector. The sclerotherapy treatment was over before I realized.
Stephanie Price
Amazing patient focus
Joshua Lewis
Vein & Cosmetic Center is amazing from the staff to the work that they do. Best results!
Maria Colla
I have been seeing Joy for my hormone replacement for the last 12 years. She and her team are very professional. Her experience is what I count on and keep coming back
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Jackie Sousza, PA-C is a great asset to this company. She is knowledgeable and compassionate.
cc C
Friendly staff and great results with their services!
