Meet Our Staff
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An experienced, knowledgeable, and supportive team can make all the difference in your cosmetic enhancement experience. Our team at JEV Plastic Surgery & Medical Aesthetics has been hand-selected by Dr. Carrie A. Houssock for their commitment to patients and the outstanding care they provide at every stage of the treatment process. From your initial appointment to your follow-up care, you’ll find each member of our team to be respectful, responsive, and compassionate to your needs. We welcome you to read on to learn more about each of our practice staff members.

Sarah Brown – CRNA
Sarah Brown is a Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA). She is the primary anesthesia provider at the practice. On any given day at JEV Plastic Surgery & Medical Aesthetics, Sarah may be seen performing pre-operative patient reviews, administering anesthesia, and maintaining patient safety and comfort. Out side of the office, Sarah spends time with her two wonderful children and her amazing husband. She loves to work out, which is nice because she loves to eat great food as well.
Val Krajewski – Registered Nurse
Val Krajewski is a Registered Nurse at JEV Plastic Surgery & Medical Aesthetics, and she performs duties as both an Operating Room Nurse and Nurse Injector. When working with patients, Val is mindful of taking the time to really listen to the patient’s needs.
In her free time, Val enjoys lifting weights, spending time with her husband and daughter and traveling.
Val Pajak – Licensed Esthetician
Val Pajak has worked for JEV Plastic Surgery & Medical Aesthetics as a Licensed Esthetician for more than 24 years. Val mainly works with the hair transplant team to prepare and place grafts that Dr. Houssock has strategically and artistically designed. She also works as an Esthetician, performing DiamondGlow facials, peels, and laser treatments.
Outside of work, Val enjoys spending time with her family and friends, going on trips, and trying new foods and restaurants. She also likes to explore outdoor wineries with her husband.
Alina Parker – Registered Nurse
Alina Parker is a Registered Nurse at JEV Plastic Surgery & Medical Aesthetics. She strives to help patients recover from surgery safely and with as little discomfort as possible. Throughout the workday, you may see Alina making pre-op phone calls, working in recovery, and circulating between patients.
In her free time outside of the office, Alina enjoys spending time with her husband, kids, dog, and cat.
Danielle Talley – Practice & Surgical Director
Danielle Talley has been in the aesthetics field for 25 years, and has been on the team at JEV Plastic Surgery & Medical Aesthetics for 21 years. As the Practice & Surgical Director, Danielle will be with you every step of the way from your initial consultation through the time of surgery. She is extremely helpful in aiding patients with her understanding of procedures and facilitating the process of scheduling surgery. Danielle oversees patient care at every level. Serving as a liaison between patients and the doctor, her role is to answer all procedural and surgery-related questions in order to help patients have the best possible experience and overall results.
Throughout her career, Danielle has attended the industry’s leading conferences to learn about implementing new, innovative strategies for the practice. She enjoys making every patient feel they have received the very best experience from our office.
Jen Welsh – CFO
Jen Welsh is the chief financial officer of JEV Plastic Surgery & Medical Aesthetics, which means she is responsible for all of the accounting, billing, and other financial aspects of the practice. Jen admires the team’s success with helping patients.
Outside of work, Jen loves spending time with her two boys, watching them play baseball and basketball. She is also enthusiastic about spinning classes and working out.
Amanda Whitcomb – Receptionist
Amanda Whitcomb is a Receptionist at JEV Plastic Surgery & Medical Aesthetics, and she is dedicated to creating a positive patient experience from the first phone call to in-office appointments. Her main duties include patient check-in and check-out, answering phones, guiding patients to their rooms, and maintaining the front area of the office.
Outside of the office, Amanda spends her free time taking her dog Penny to the park, spending time with her fiancé, visiting with friends, and playing co-ed softball on the weekends.
Lucy Wineke – Licensed Esthetician
With over 30 years of experience in medical aesthetics and professional skincare, Lucy brings extensive knowledge and a passion for helping patients look and feel their best. Her background includes aesthetic education, medically based skincare treatments, and personalized home skincare regimens.
She believes healthy, beautiful skin begins with an individualized approach. By combining professional treatments with the right at-home skincare, Lucy works with each patient to enhance their natural beauty while improving the overall health and appearance of their skin.
Samantha Sheffield – Certified Surgical Technician
Sam is a Certified Surgical Technologist at JEV Plastic Surgery & Medical Aesthetics, where she works closely with Dr. Houssock in the operating room, assisting with a wide range of surgical procedures. With over 10 years of experience, Sam brings extensive knowledge, precision, and attention to detail to her role. She is dedicated to maintaining the highest standards of patient safety, ensuring a sterile surgical environment, and providing essential support to the surgical team throughout each procedure. Her commitment to teamwork and quality patient care helps ensure a smooth and positive surgical experience.
Outside of work, Sam enjoys spending quality time with her family and friends, traveling to new places, and trying new recipes. She is also an avid hockey fan and proud hockey mom who spends most weekends at the rink supporting her son and sharing in the excitement of his hockey journey.
