Meet the Team
Kristen Thornley Hunt
Tampa Bay's Largest, Most Trusted Medical Aesthetic Facility
Kristen Thornley Hunt
APRN-C, MSN, FNP | Clinical Director
Kristen Thornley Hunt completed her training as a Family Nurse Practitioner, receiving her Masters of Science in Nursing at the University of Central Florida in 2001. She graduated top of her class with Sigma Theta Tau nursing Honors. As our Clinical Director, she earned the prestigious black diamond injector status after having performed over 10,000 BOTOX® Cosmetic treatments making her one of Allergan’s top injectors in the country.
She is a highly skilled facial rejuvenation injector with a perfectionist’s eye. She also has a passion for helping her patients create the naturally youthful appearance that so many of us long for as we age, through the use of injectable fillers, neurotoxins and skin resurfacing lasers. She has received extensive hands-on training in the most cutting-edge methods of employing neuromodulators and dermal fillers to achieve superb cosmetic results.
She also uses advanced methods of microcannula placement for optimal patient results with minimal downtime, and she specializes in the placement of JUVÉDERM® XC, JUVÉDERM VOLUMA™ JUVEDERM VOLLURE, JUVEDERM VOLBELLA, Restylane®, Restylane® Lyft, Sculptra™, and Radiesse®.
“I love helping people radiate their inner beauty by simply accentuating their features and correcting their cosmetic concerns. It gives me such satisfaction to hear how much of a positive impact it can make on a person’s self-confidence, and I truly enjoy being able to provide that.” – Kristen Thornley Hunt
One of the most rapidly developing fields, Kristen has a depth of laser experience that has been honed by over fourteen years of experience working with numerous types of lasers alongside Dr. Hunt. Some of the 18 different lasers that she specializes in include IPL Photo Rejuvenation, eMatrix™ Sublative, Harmony® Pixel, Pixel RF, ResurFX®, Fotona Erbium Micropeel, Fotona 3D Laser Facelift, Fotona Pixel and Fractional CO2.
Combining the highest quality skincare products with the latest technology in lasers, she works closely with patients to provide each individual with a multidisciplinary plan of care to achieve optimal results for their concerns, including sun damage, wrinkles, acne, scars, and rosacea. She is a member of the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners, American Society of Laser Medicine and Surgery, and the Academy of Anti-Aging Medicine. During your consultation, she will spend as much time as needed to create a look that best fits you. With her steady hands, gentle touch, and friendly, welcoming demeanor, she endeavors to ensure your comfort and improve your self-esteem and confidence. She is compassionate towards her patients and highly knowledgeable about the dynamic and ever-changing field of aesthetic medicine.
Jaime Bada
Andrea is the best!
Nick Raptis
Really the top notch treatment. I left feeling royal, it was better than anything else.
Bobbie Smith
Great experience! Beautiful place and staff! Andrea and Sophia were top notch. Scheduled next appt.
Susan Mackey
The office is great and so r the people who work there.
Marilyn Etheridge
Awesome
Maurine Long
joy and sue are my everything I trust them they guide me recommending services beyond my my pellet therapy ♥️
Cindy Reed
Joy & her Assistant are the most wonderful Women! I feel like they are family! Always wanting the very best for there patients! ❤️
Heather
Love Jackie!!! I’m going to her for years she’s awesome! Highly recommend!
beth c
The center is well managed and clean. In addition, it employs caring, professional people. My favorite practitioner is Jacquelyn Sousa. She is competent, knowledgeable, professional, and friendly. I highly recommend her.
ashley porcaro
Jacqui is the best!!!
Jamie Stanonis
Kristen is the absolute best! i've been for years!
Debbie Hargis
Always personable and professional. Consistently excellent results
Suncoast Liquidators
Great place & incredible staff. 5 stars
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!
Kathy Evans
My appointment started on time which I appreciated greatly. The staff was pleasant and professional. It was a great experience and I will go back.
Marta Marroquin
The place is wonderful, all the employees are amazing. My treatments are perfectly done, l appreciated the way they were done. Thanks 😊
Kris Bergstrom
Joy is amazing to work with! Always knowledgeable and carefully explains everything for you to understand.
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Jackie Sousza, PA-C is a great asset to this company. She is knowledgeable and compassionate.
Tessa Sturtevant
Everyone was super nice and helpful. I was able to set my appointment fairly quick and easy.
Lucy Ambrose
Cassandra it’s amazing!! I have been getting Botox for over a year, she is very professional and the best at the spa.
Thu Nguyen
Fantastic customer service every time. I have been going here consistently and they never disappoint. Love everyone I encounter and meet. They are quick and on time and listen to your needs. Highly recommend!
Laura Buchkovich
Very efficient. The medical staff is very knowledgeable and try very hard to help you choose the best treatment for your needs. It’s also nice to be able to book ahead and get locked in prices.
Lisa Charneco
Professional and welcoming as well as informative and helpful! It’s like my other little family now and I enjoy them every time I go. Joy and the staff are amazing and I highly recommend!
Fariba Tayebi
Friendly &warm welcoming at any time
Yurina Reiser
Great HRT experience today! Tammy always educates us!! Glenn R
Alyssa Herbig
Always a pleasant experience going to the Vein &Cosmetic Center of Tampa Bay. Jacque is such a positive and caring aesthetic injector; she is always so helpful and shares a wealth of knowledge.
Eric Torres
They’re always professional and courteous. I’ve tried other facilities more local but always returned to vein and cosmetic center.
Mary Lombardi
Great
Janet Moore
You guys are the best; thank for your professionalism and care.
Tracy Harris
Top notch PROVIDERS and a BEVERELY HILLS FIRST CLASS FACILITY...you will enjoy the ENTIRE experience no matter which Service you choose!!!
Tammi Hughes
I have been a client of Joys for 8 years and they have always been very professional while also making you feel like family.
Lauren Rodriguez
Lovely office with an amazing staff and medical professionals. I have been a client here for about 3 years and have always been well cared for and my needs addressed well.
bn vc
Thank you Kazandra at deskfront! She is wonderful!
kristin young
Great experience overall, I booked with Cassandra Jeandell and she did an incredible job. The technician helping was also amazing, felt very comfortable taking their advice and got the best outcome because of it. Thank you can’t wait to come back :)
Brenda Crisp
Very friendly staff. Very informative consultation.
Ricardo Padin
Clean and friendly. In for a consultation
Kim Morgan
I am so happy with my results. Carla has a very gentle touch. I felt very comfortable while I was there and can't wait to go back for some more procedures!
micdommer
Most professional friendly staff well trained and experienced
Darrells Maltipoos
Jacquie is my Esthetic ROCK STAR!!!
Bonnie Meyer
Jackie does a great job!
Kat Miller
Jackie was very pleasant. Enjoyed the experience!!
Dee Z.
I have been going to see Dr Hunt and Kristen for over 20 years. Kristen always has the best recommendations for me to keep me looking young and feeling good. I highly recommend you going to see her! Thank you Kristen!
Traci Baturin
Mechelle has been doing my laser hair removal for over a year now. She is wonderful, kind and patient. She explains everything she's doing and keeps you calm! I love going to her.
KD
Always very professional and knowledgeable!
Kelli Santee
I have been coming here for over a decade and this is hands down the best med spa in Tampa bay. Great specials and great results. Love them!
Morgan Harper
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Carolina Molina
Jaquelyn and the staff were awesome, thank you!!
Timothy James
Always professional and accommodating and on time. Oh and Jackie is the BEST
Terry Pepin Brown
I’ve missed Kristin and her knowledge and professionalism, along with Nicole and the entire staff!!! I will be going back!
Delia Amaro
Professional 👍🏻 informative 🙃clean
JILL BENDER
Amazing skin results with the CO2 laser. I love my skin results! And staff very friendly :)
Creek
I was there a consultation and I set up an appointment.They were outstanding and very professional
Savannah Werner
Joy is an absolute wealth of knowledge and makes you feel completely at ease. She’s incredibly detail-oriented with exceptional bedside manner, and her medical assistants are just as wonderful. The entire office experience is always a 10/10.
Jennifer Selzer
I have been going to the Vein Center for over 20 years. The entire staff are extremely knowledgeable and friendly! I wouldn’t think about going anywhere else!!
Mae Lynn
Great staff all very friendly and knowledgeable. I'll be back for more treatments soon.
Tammy Sawyer
I always have the best experience. Everyone is friendly, helpful and accommodating.
Diana Karina Morales de Moreno
Muy buena atención excelentes todo el personal estoy empezando con mi procedimiento para bajar de peso
Stan Boyer
Joy does a great job. There’s no pain no scarring. We are very happy with her work!
Teresa Bunn
I have being going since to 2017. Great place, wonderful staff.
Michael Westwood
Quick & easy! Thank you!
Bailey Taylor
Love the girls at the Vein center. Specially Jackie. She is talented and a sweetheart.
Jamie Gossen
It was very easy to get an appointment. In my apartment the nurse was wonderful. I got two immediate consultations for other services while there. Very friendly staff!
Christine Maltman
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Dylan Dierig
Jacqui Sousa is the best in the biz, makes you feel at home and heard as she provides industry best results
Alexandra J Lalam
Great very professional Kate she’s patient and so friendly really recommended ;-)
Patty Horst
What is an tastic staff! Every single person from the receptionist all the way through made me feel important. They were so friendly. Everything went fantastically and was explained well.I’ll be back!!
Debbie Seibert
Friendly and knowledgeable staff.
John Hise
It is always a pleasant experience. Everyone is always so professional and great. You could not ask for better service from the beginning to the end with Jasmine. They are great.
Marc Nussbaum
There is no one else i would ever trust! The entire team is the BEST!!
D Cope
Fantastic experience! This clinic is well-managed and efficient while putting patients first. Everyone is friendly and the therapeutic team highly competent. I've given up on other clinics. This one is the only one I trust.
Thomas Burke
The Joy team was amazing. Attention to detail and a genuine concern for your comfort. The team provided excellent information and guidance.
Marie G.
Janet is a great provider and was very sweet. Getting fillers can be stressful and she helped put me at ease.
Jacqueline Cline
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Nicole A.
Joy and Tammy are both amazing! Very real and knowledgeable.
James Cabble
I would highly recommend seeing Andrea, I've always been very happy with the results and she is very professional.
Exploringismedicine
Jacquelyn is so talented and she’s always so kind! Some of the people I used to see here are no longer working here, so I’m so glad someone I trust is still here- don’t let her go anywhere please! Thank you, Jacquelyn!
DIANA ALTAMIRANO
Excellent !
Emily Zink
Kate Nunez is the absolute best! I’ve seen her for lPL, CO2 laser, and Morpheus and she’s always caring, knowledgeable, and honest!
Heather Kuhla
First time made me feel very comfortable
Elaine Ewchuk
The Vein and Cosmetics Clinic is a great place to get whatever treatment you’re looking for. Friendly staff and professional and experienced treatment experts. I love working with Jackie!
debbie Hill
I’ve been using them on and off foe 10 years. Always great results
Frank Ruiz
Perfect I love the way the staff take care of me wonderful I recommend 100%
James Tone
Wonderful experience every time we go for our appointment.
Lisa Morgan
My favorite place to go for my glow-up! Thank you for working miracles!🥰
Upp Z.
Always great to have any procedure done at this facility the staff is so very friendly and accommodating and extremely knowledgeable and skillful. Thanks Jackie and all the staff! Karen F. 😃
Marcia Mullis
Excellent with Kate, would love assistants to introduce themselves!
Michele Parisi
I love the Vein and Cosmetic center and I've been going there for years. Jackie is awesome. Very patient and knowledgeable.
Nicole Luby
It has been a very pleasant experience from my first contact. Everyone has been very nice and professional.
Michele Young
1st sclerotherapy for spider veins. Tammy APRN is a highly skilled practitioner, who is kind, and very knowledgeable. I highly recommend!
Kevin Anderson
Always professional, friendly. on-time, and perfect services. Been going for about 10 years and never a complaint!
Marliam Mesa
Very thorough and informative examination right on time ,no delays Excellent service. I was also very pleased with Iris R with her detailed interpretation of what EVLTS are. Can’t wait to get mine done with you guys!
Myrna Capaldo
HRT Pellets. Staff was friendly and very thorough. Facility was beautiful and very clean.
Evelyn Rojas
Joy the best
Blanca Traina
Amazing service and excellent staff.
Erika G
Nothing but positive things to say! Staff is friendly. Little to no wait times. Beautiful facility. Jessica always does a great job!
lydia Jennings
Love this place.Cassandra is the best!!
Janie James
All the girls are great and so sweet! My favs are Joy and Jacqui though!
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.
Virginia M Tomaloff
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Sandy C.
It's always a pleasure coming to this facility. My mom comes here to get her pellet therapy with Joy Drexler. She is always a pleasure to talk with and assures us if all our concerns and addresses our questions.
