MEET THE TEAM
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Bernadette Crosbie - Nurse Practitioner
Bernadette, AHPRA Endorsed Nurse Practitioner, combines over 15 years of experience in healthcare with a passion for patient-centered care. With qualifications in nursing, mental health, and cosmetic medicine, she offers a holistic approach to health and aesthetics. Completing her Masters at Flinders University in 2021, Bernadette now practices independently while collaborating with a network of clinicians. Dedicated to continuous learning, she ensures high-quality, multidisciplinary care tailored to her patients' needs.
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Elissa Van Schoonhoven - Dermal Clinician
Elissa is Medicura’s experienced Dermal Clinician, known for her genuine passion for skin health and her holistic, evidence-based approach to treatment. With a Bachelor of Dermal Science from Victoria University and years of hands-on experience in both clinical and beauty settings, Elissa has treated a wide range of skin concerns — from acne, pigmentation, and rosacea to age-related changes and overall rejuvenation.
She believes that achieving healthy, glowing skin goes far beyond surface-level treatments. Elissa focuses on treating the skin as a whole, taking into account each patient’s lifestyle, environment, and long-term goals to create personalised, results-driven treatment plans.
Her favourite treatments include mesotherapy, microneedling, custom facials and chemical peels — often pairing these with LED light therapy to enhance skin repair and radiance. Elissa is known for having a good laugh and her warm, approachable nature making her patients feel completely at home. She’s thorough, detail-oriented, and takes pride in explaining the “why” behind every recommendation so her patients feel informed and empowered throughout their skin journey.
When she’s not in the clinic, you’ll find Elissa training for her next marathon, enjoying Melbourne’s food scene, or spending time with her beloved dogs. And if there’s one thing she’ll always remind you — it’s to never skip your SPF!
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Amelie Baumgurtel - Clinic Coordinator & Skin Therapist
Originally from Mildura, Amelie relocated to Melbourne to join the Medicura team. With a warm and approachable nature, she ensures smooth day-to-day operations and provides exceptional support to both patients and clinicians. Amelie is passionate about delivering a seamless experience for every patient, reflecting Medicura's commitment to quality care.
You may also find Amelie treating skin patients as she is now furthering her studies and completing her Certificate as a skin and beauty therapist. Having worked alongside Bernadette for over a year she has a natural talent for making patients feel at home and ensures they have everything they need.