About Us

Joanne is a clinic Director and CQC-registered manager of Mid Yorkshire Skin Clinic. Her practice is built on delivering precise, anatomically safe, non-surgical corrections for patients experiencing structural signs of ageing, asymmetry, or unbalanced facial features.

While Joanne steers the practice’s clinical governance, she works as part of a unified nursing team. Every clinician at Mid Yorkshire Skin Clinic shares the same medical philosophy, undergoes the same rigorous training, and executes treatments with the same meticulous approach to safety and subtle, natural results.

Clinical Background & Training

Joanne’s nursing career began in the acute setting of the NHS Emergency Department, where she advanced to the role of Emergency Nurse Practitioner. In 2015, she moved into aesthetic medicine, then eventually left the NHS to dedicate herself full-time to building a specialist, collaborative clinical team.

Her commitment to safety and education underpins the entire clinic:

• Advanced Qualifications: Joanne holds a Master of Science (MSc) in Cosmetic and Aesthetic Medicine.
• Clinical Trainer: Selected for her technical expertise, she is a UK clinical trainer for IBSA Derma, teaching advanced injection techniques to other medical professionals from our Yorkshire base.
• International Training: She has trained extensively across the UK and Europe, bringing those gold-standard methodologies back to the clinic to ensure all our staff operate at the highest regulatory level.

Corrective Filler Expertise & Patient Safety

Joanne and her nursing team specialise in complex full-face treatments and providing structural support and precise augmentations to balance individual features.

In a market where patients are rightly cautious about overfilled, distorted results, the entire clinic advocates strictly for natural proportions. Joanne and her team frequently consult with patients who are anxious about dermal fillers or tempted by recent trends towards non-hyaluronic acid-based alternatives. The team advises on the clinical risks of these irreversible products, focusing instead on the safe, expert application of reversible hyaluronic acid fillers to achieve stable, anatomically correct outcomes.

Professional Dedication

As the hands-on director and Registered Manager, Joanne splits her time between overseeing the clinic’s strict operational standards and full-time patient care. She works closely with her nursing colleagues every day, ensuring the team delivers a seamless, consistent standard of clinical excellence across every consultation and treatment.

Beyond the Treatment Room

When Joanne isn’t with patients, her time is largely dedicated to the rigorous back-office clinical governance required to run a safe, regulated practice, which means she can usually be found at her laptop updating clinic policies, reviewing procedures, and conducting clinical audits.

While she aspires to find more time for exercise, mindfulness, and long walks with her dog, her current reality is balancing the demands of running a busy clinic with family life alongside her husband and son. But when the laptop finally closes, she still prioritises winding down with good food, a podcast or audiobook, and a well-deserved glass of red wine.

Dan is a clinic Director and opened Mid Yorkshire Skin Clinic with Joanne following a distinguished career in emergency nursing, bringing a wealth of clinical experience, diagnostic skills, and a dedication to evidence-based patient care.

Working collaboratively within our nursing team, Dan shares our collective philosophy of avoiding over-treatment, focusing instead on precise, subtle corrections and advanced medical skin therapies.

Clinical Background & Dermatology

Dan began his nursing career in 2003 in the NHS Emergency Department, advancing to the role of Emergency Nurse Practitioner. This intense clinical environment allowed him to develop advanced skills in assessing, diagnosing, and treating patients autonomously.

Transitioning into aesthetic medicine alongside Joanne, Dan focused his clinical expertise heavily on dermatology, advanced laser technologies, and vascular concerns:

Advanced Qualifications

Dan holds a Post-Graduate Diploma (PG Dip) in Dermatology and is currently pursuing his Master of Science (MSc) degree in the field.

Laser Specialism

He possesses comprehensive knowledge of laser and light therapy. Dan leads the clinic’s advanced technological treatments, utilising state-of-the-art CO2 and Er:YAG lasers for skin resurfacing and scar revision, as well as specialised vascular lasers.

Clinical Conditions

Dan specialises in managing complex, chronic skin conditions that deeply impact a patient’s confidence, including acne, rosacea, and pigmentary disorders, working to restore skin health and structural balance.

Inside and Outside the Clinic

When Dan isn’t in the treatment room, he serves as the clinic’s resident “jack of all trades.” He is heavily involved in the practical side of clinical governance, taking hands-on responsibility for premises maintenance, equipment safety checks, and ensuring our physical clinic environment meets strict healthcare standards. He is secretly longing for the day when absolutely nothing in the building needs fixing, which might finally allow him to escape for fresh air.

Outside of his full-time clinic commitments, Dan dedicates his time to his wife, two sons, and Chester the black Labrador. While the team jokes about his day-to-day short-term memory, his recall for laser physics is flawless. When he does finally get a break from clinical data and maintenance work, he enjoys open spaces with Chester and following Liverpool football (try not to judge him).

Claire has been a dedicated nurse since 2002, bringing a wealth of experience and a passion for patient care to Mid Yorkshire Skin Clinic. Her career began with a brief period in general medicine before she found her true calling in the fast-paced Emergency Department. As a Sister in the ED, Claire excelled at coordinating the department, earning the respect and affection of her colleagues. She was a natural leader, always prioritising the well-being of her patients. From there, she progressed to become an Emergency Nurse Practitioner, working autonomously to assess, diagnose, and treat patients. It was during this time that Claire, along with Jo and Dan, formed a strong team dynamic.

Claire’s journey into medical aesthetics began in 2015, alongside Jo. Initially working independently, she honed her skills and developed her artistic eye. In 2020, she joined Mid Yorkshire Skin Clinic to help manage the post-lockdown surge in demand. She quickly fell in love with the clinic and its ethos, leading her to transition to a full-time role in 2022.

Claire’s experience as a Sister in the ED has proven invaluable to Mid Yorkshire Skin Clinic. She has been instrumental in developing many of the clinic’s protocols and procedures, ensuring the highest standards of safety and efficacy. Claire plays a key role in maintaining and updating these protocols. Her dedication to these crucial behind-the-scenes tasks helps the clinic provide the best possible care for its patients.

At Mid Yorkshire Skin Clinic, Claire performs a range of injectable and laser treatments. She has a particular passion for lip treatments and addressing the delicate skin of the neck. Claire also finds immense satisfaction in helping perimenopausal and menopausal women address skin laxity, empowering them to feel confident and beautiful. Her warm, down-to-earth approach resonates with her male patients, who appreciate her honest advice and the comfortable environment she creates.

Outside of the clinic, Claire is a busy mum of three and, incredibly, a grandmother of two! She dedicates much of her time to her family, a testament to her caring nature. And when she does get a moment to relax? You’ll likely find her engrossed in a serial killer documentary or podcast, a fun fact that many of her patients are already in on!

Jolee is a dedicated skin therapist at Mid Yorkshire Skin Clinic. She embarked on her beauty therapy career in 2002, earning her NVQs and later completing advanced training in permanent makeup. While she enjoyed this aspect of her work, her true passion has always been skin health. This passion led her to join our clinic in 2020.

Jolee is committed to continually advancing her knowledge and skills, regularly participating in training for chemical peeling, skin microneedling, laser treatments, and electrolysis for hair removal. She brings a wealth of experience and a genuine passion for skin health to our team. Jolee works closely with nurses and manages her own patients, addressing a range of skin issues and helping them maintain optimal skin health.

Jolee brings so much more to the clinic than just technical expertise. She has a deep understanding of the nuances of skincare and is dedicated to creating a comfortable and relaxing experience for every patient. She truly understands that self-care goes beyond the treatments themselves, and she strives to make each visit a positive and rejuvenating experience. Jolee brings a touch of beauty to aesthetic medicine, recognising the importance of both inner and outer well-being.

Her absolute favourite treatment is skin microneedling. This is her passion, and she continuously strives to perfect her technique and expand her knowledge in this area. Jolee believes microneedling delivers exceptional results and provides the best possible outcomes for her patients. While she previously enjoyed hands-on facials, she has evolved to focus on result-driven treatments, bringing a more clinical approach to her facials. She also finds immense satisfaction in providing hair removal via electrolysis, knowing how life-changing this treatment can be for patients struggling with unwanted facial hair.

In her spare time, Jolee is a devoted family person, spending cherished moments with her two daughters and, incredibly, her grandson. She lovingly dedicates a day each week to caring for him. And when she thinks no one is watching? We suspect she secretly dreams of being a pop star or dancer, as we sometimes catch her singing and dancing while cleaning her equipment and restocking her treatment room!

Shelly is the welcoming face and voice of Mid Yorkshire Skin Clinic. Understanding that stepping into a clinical environment can sometimes feel daunting, Shelly dedicates herself to ensuring every patient feels comfortable, informed, and completely at ease from the moment they get in touch.

Working alongside our clinical team, she manages our daily clinic operations with warmth and efficiency.

Julie plays a critical role in maintaining the rigorous safety and hygiene standards at Mid Yorkshire Skin Clinic. Specialising in clinical sanitation and environmental auditing, Julie ensures our treatment rooms and patient spaces exceed the strict regulatory requirements expected of a CQC-registered practice. Her meticulous attention to detail provides our clinical team and patients with a pristine, safe, and clean environment for every procedure.

Dr. Vivek provides the high-level clinical oversight and medical governance that underpins our entire practice. While he does not consult with patients directly in the treatment room, his vital role ensures that our clinical protocols, safety measures, and treatment standards consistently exceed regulatory benchmarks. By reviewing our medical policies and offering expert physician-led guidance behind the scenes, Dr. Vivek ensures that our nursing team operates at the absolute pinnacle of patient safety and clinical excellence.