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Kelly Akins, R.N.

Aesthetic Dermatology Registered Nurse

Kelly initially joined the Contour Dermatology team as a receptionist in April of 2015. In the decade since, she has assumed numerous roles within the practice thanks in large part to her continuing advanced education efforts. Having recently graduated with a Bachelor’s degree in Nursing, Kelly is thrilled to fulfill her new role as Aesthetic Registered Nurse.

Kelly Akins, Esthetician

Kelly Akins, Esthetician

Kelly joined the Contour Dermatology team as a receptionist in April of 2015. Throughout her time at Contour Dermatology, Kelly has taken on numerous roles within the practice, ultimately leading her to latest position as an esthetician.

A Palm Springs native and graduate of California State University Fullerton, Kelly’s passion for learning and the wellbeing of others developed when she acquired her first Bachelor’s degree in Child and Adolescent Development. While she considered pursuing a career as a youth social worker in a hospital setting, a job opportunity at Contour Dermatology ultimately led her to change course.

Once she joined the practice, Kelly’s interest in the field of dermatology grew with each passing day. An avowed skin care devotee after struggling with acne as a teen, the idea of training and moving into an esthetician’s role was a natural progression. Kelly graduated from the International School of Beauty and became a licensed aesthetician in 2018.

Even as she confidently and conscientiously fulfilled her esthetician’s duties, the idea of getting a nursing degree was never far from her mind. “Training to be an esthetician was perfect because it let me sample the reality of what it’s like to be an adult learner.” Kelly started her prerequisites for nursing school in 2019 and considers the time she spent working as an esthetician to have been a perfect steppingstone to where she is now.

As the only aesthetic dermatology registered nurse currently practicing at Contour Dermatology, Kelly is primarily responsible for laser treatments. Her duties will eventually expand to include injectables and she is more than prepared. In fact, Kelly has already set her sights on her next goal. “I hope to start working on my master’s degree next year in order to become a nurse practitioner,” she says.

When she isn’t concentrating on her career trajectory, Kelly enjoys working out in her home gym and spending time with her family, friends and two rescue pups Sadie and Hank.

CREDENTIALS

Associate’s Degree in Nursing: San Bernardino Valley College, 2023
Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing: California State University Dominguez Hills, 2024

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Dr. Timothy Jochen Medical Director, Contour Dermatology and Cosmetic Surgery Center
Dr. Jochen specializes in Mohs Surgery for skin cancer removal, facial rejuvenation including cosmetic laser technology, Botox® and facial fillers, soft tissue augmentation, leg and facial vein treatment, tumescent liposuction and hair restoration/transplants.
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