Our Team
Our clinicians are highly trained and competent in all areas of practice. Brighton Day Surgery has a robust clinical credentialing program to ensure all visiting medical professionals meet the requirements and are sufficiently skilled in practice. Staff and visiting professionals undergo continuous professional development to ensure their skills and knowledge are kept up to date.
Our Doctors
Dr. Lisa Marks
Medical Director
Dr Marks is a Phlebologist and cosmetic and laser physician with more than 15 years of experience in the field of cosmetic medicine. She also has significant experience in skin and cosmetic rejuvenation.
Graduating from the Flinders University of South Australia in 1995 with degrees in Medicine and Surgery, Dr Marks has a Certificate in Dermatology from Monash University completed in 2003 and is a Fellow of the Australasian College of Phlebology (2015).
Dr Marks has undergone extensive training in non-surgical management of varicose veins and has performed several hundred ultrasound guided sclerotherapy and endovenous laser procedures.
Dr. Heidi Faustmann
Heidi graduated from the Flinders University of South Australia in 2004 with degrees in Medicine and Surgery. Prior to studying medicine, Dr Faustmann spent several years practicing medicolegal law, having studied at the University of Tasmania.
Heidi is a General Practitioner with a passion for venous disease and improving the venous symptoms of her patients. Currently she undertaking advanced training in Phlebology and is a member of the Australasian College of Phlebology.
Dr Faustmann performs several treatments including direct vision micro sclerotherapy, ultrasound guided sclerotherapy and endovenous laser ablation.
Dr Faustmann has completed the Australasian College of Dermatologists Certificate of Practical Dermoscopy and performs skin checks. She also is trained in using vascular lasers to treat rosacea and prominent facial veins and is also trained in using ablative lasers (Asclepion) .
Our Nurses
Ella-Mae
Registered Nurse
Ella-Mae is a qualified Registered Nurse who is currently studying her Graduate Diploma of Cosmetic Nursing and Injectables and also works at the Royal Adelaide Hospital in the Emergency Department. Her diverse skill set and enthusiasm for holistic health means she is an asset to the BDS Team. Ella-Mae is passionate about everything skin and currently works at Brighton Day Surgery as our Laser Nurse she also provides facial treatments and has completed training with Ultraceuticals. These specific treatments assist Ella-Mae achieve maximum skin results.
Karen
Registered Nurse
Karen is a highly experienced Registered Nurse and Cosmetic Nurse Injector who genuinely loves what she does. Karen has worked at many hospitals in Adelaide but since 2005 has specialised in Plastic Surgery Nursing and Cosmetic Nurse Injecting. In 2012 she become the state trainer for Galderma, taking on the role of training other Nurses and Doctors in SA. Karen and Dr Lisa Marks worked together extensively for many years. Karen is passionate about her job and this shows in the work she does and the following she has gained throughout her career. Initial consultation and facial assessments are complimentary and Karen would love the opportunity to see what she can do for you.
Our Support Staff
Debbie
Admin
Debbie likes meeting all of the lovely patients, and being there for them, from their first appointment to their last. Her experience in medical administration makes her a valuable asset to the administration team.
Margie
Practice Manager
Margie has many years of medical administration experience. In her role here she will guide us through accreditation and support the team. Her attention to detail makes the daily running of the Practice go smoothly. She welcomes all feedback from patients.
Deanne
Admin
Deanne has worked in medical administration for many years. She is an integral part of the team. Her focus is on helping patients wherever possible. Her calming nature makes her very approachable.