Sima Bazooband
Cosmetic Director
Sima graduated from the University of Minnesota with a B.S. in Biology and a minor in Neuroscience. Her interest in healthcare brought her to Tareen Dermatology -- originally on the medical side! After working closely with Dr. Tareen for two years in medical, surgical, and cosmetic dermatology, she developed her passion for skincare and aesthetics, and transitioned to Tareen Dermatology's Cosmetic Coordinator in 2020. Sima loves interacting with and getting to know patients. Her clinical intuition and empathy allow her to care for patients and ensure they have the best possible experience and success in meeting their #skingoals. Outside of the clinic, Sima enjoys cooking, traveling, and teaching yoga.
Abbey Dolan
Senior Cosmetic Coordinator
Abbey graduated from the Aveda Institute in Minneapolis in 2008 in the field of Aesthetics and Skin Care. She honed and refined her techniques to provide patients with the best experience in aesthetics. After 12 years, Abbey realized her passions were transitioning from direct hands on patient-care to the organizational and operations side of business. Her background in aesthetics and meticulous attention to detail allow her to be thorough in everything that she does in our cosmetics department. Abbey strives to create a unique and thoughtful experience for each patient while continuing to enrich the work environment for her colleagues at Tareen Dermatology.
In her spare time, Abbey loves spending time with her husband and their new baby girl. Together they enjoy camping, wine tasting, visiting/touring new restaurants, and spending time with extended family and friends.
Jennifer Kozak
Certified Laser Technician, Medical Aesthetician
Jennifer has always had a passion for the advancements in cosmetic technology which led her to change her education focus from Business to Esthetics. She graduated from St. Paul College in Esthiology and went on to attend and graduate from the International Laser Institute to round out her education. Jen has been a Medical Aesthetician, Certified Laser Technician for over 15 years and has experience with all skin types and tones. She is licensed in all laser modalities and all cosmetic treatments offered at Tareen Dermatology. She has a passion for what she does and has the motto, "You look good, you feel good. You feel good, you look good!"
Jennifer provides services in our Roseville and Maplewood locations.
Samantha Graslee
Medical Aesthetician
Samantha graduated from the Aveda Institute of Minneapolis in 2016. She comes to us with previous cosmetic dermatology experience and has her Advanced Practice Esthetician license. Samantha has experience with a wide range of products and services, and is passionate about using that knowledge to help her patients achieve their skincare goals. She has many years of experience working with Chemical peels, Microneedling/Skinpen, Microdermabrasion, HydraFacial and more. Sam also performs body contouring treatments with CoolSculpting Elite. In her free time she likes to cook, travel and spend time with her family.
Samantha provides services in our Roseville location.
Caroline Meier
Medical Aesthetician
Caroline found her passion for aesthetics through her own struggles with acne, which led her to change her focus from business to esthetics. She graduated from UW-River Falls with a BS in Business-Management and then went on to attend Saint Paul College to obtain her Advanced Practice Esthetician degree. She joins Tareen Dermatology with previous medical spa experience and she has a strong passion and knowledge for skin. Caroline loves connecting with clients and helping them feel more confident in their skin. She believes it is important to continue to learn and expand her education in aesthetic technologies and is always staying up to date on the newest treatments and products. In her free time, she enjoys lifting, golfing, running, traveling, and spending time with her family and friends.
Caroline provides services in our Roseville, Maplewood and Hudson locations.
Sarah Hoppe
Medical Aesthetician
Sarah comes to Tareen Dermatology with her Advanced Practice Aesthetician degree from Saint Paul College, and experience in the spa industry. Sarah loves helping patients feel good about themselves, and is passionate about providing treatments that enhance patients' natural beauty. Her kind and empathetic nature, as well as her relationship-based approach to skincare helps patients feel trusted and heard. Outside of skincare, Sarah enjoys art in all forms, travel, and spending time with her family, especially her young daughter.
Sarah provides services in our Roseville location.
Rachel Najda
Medical Aesthetician
Rachel has spent over 15 years in medical skincare and dermatology working to bring the most advanced and effective skin care solutions to our patients. She brings her passion and expertise with lasers as a medical laser safety officer and certified laser technician who has worked with many different laser platforms and devices through the years. An honors graduate of the Aveda Institute, she additionally pursued medical training through Purdue University's Central Services program to add to her experience working in a medical environment. She enjoys working with patients to customize treatment plans and skin care regimens to achieve their individual, unique goals. Additionally, she has expertise in chemical peels, CoolSculpting, cosmetic injectable counseling and assisting. When she's not spending time at work she enjoys cooking and spending time with her husband and 2 dogs.
Rachel provides services in our Roseville location.
Rachel is not accepting new patients at this time.
Kristen Anderson
Lead Aesthetician and Laser Technician, Faribault Office
Kristen graduated from the Aveda Institute in 1996 in Cosmetology and later went back to Aveda for her Esthiology Degree in 2003. She has been working ever since in the Aesthetics Industry as an Aesthetician as well as the Artistic Director for Lancome. Most recently, she managed and provided medical aesthetic services at Crossroads Skin Care in Faribault, MN. She leads our Aesthetic Department in Faribault providing chemical peels, all laser services, Coolsculpting treatments, Botox treatments as well as assisting Dr. Tareen and Mindy Parker, PA-C, with Dysport, Dermal Filler and Kybella treatments.
Kristen’s favorite go to treatment that benefits everyone’s skin:
“I love the benefits of chemical peels. When fall and spring arrive it’s the perfect time to bring radiance back to tired, dull complexions. Partnering a series of chemical peels with a series of microdermabrasion treatments leaves the skin looking its best all year round!”
Kristen provides services in our Fairbault location.
Katherine Farnham
Medical Aesthetician
Bio coming soon.
Katherine provides services in our Eagan location
Sohie Spiess
Aesthetic RN
Sophie graduated from the College of St. Scholastica with her B.S. in Nursing and a Minor in psychology. She has always had an interest in Aesthetic Nursing and Dermatology which led her to Tareen Dermatology. After working closely with Dr. Tareen, she has developed a role at Tareen where she works Medically, Surgically and Cosmetically. Her passion is found mainly with injectables and helping patients feel like the best versions of themselves. She is detail oriented, has an aesthetic eye and is constantly striving for continued education in order to provide the best care and treatment possible. Outside of work Sophie enjoys traveling, cooking and spending time with friends and family.
Sophie provides services in our Hudson and Monticello locations, and assists medically in our Roseville and Faribault locations.
Brooke Berwald
Injectable Assist and Phlebotomist
Brooke graduated from St. Paul College in 2014 with an Associates Degree in Medical Esthetics. Working in this program sparked an interest in healthcare which led her to earn a B.S. in Biology and a certificate in Phlebotomy. Brooke joined the Tareen Dermatology family in 2020 as a Medical Assistant and has since been assisting in medical and cosmetic dermatology as well as surgical dermatology. Brooke is committed to providing extraordinary patient care whether she is performing blood draws, chemical peels or performing hair rejuvenation treatments. She takes pride in providing superior patient education along with customized treatment options for all skin types and concerns. In her spare time Brooke enjoys cooking, reading and going on outdoor adventures with her dog.
Sunny Lor
Injectable Assist
Sunny is a Licensed Aesthetician coming to Tareen Dermatology from the Minnesota School of Cosmetology. Sunny's background in medical phlebotomy helps guide her cosmetic treatments with precision and ease. She has a special interest in all things beauty: skin treatments, brows, makeup, you name it! She loves helping patients achieve their beauty goals. Outside of work, Sunny enjoys traveling and spending time with her children.
Somaly Kong
Injectable Assist
Maly graduated from PCI Academy in Plymouth, MN in 2018 and has been a part of our Cosmetic Aesthetician team since. She has always had an interest in body contouring and helping people look and feel their best.