Meet the team

Dr Cosima studied medicine at UNSW (Sydney), graduating in 2006 and training at St Vincent’s Hospital, Sydney in both medical and surgical fields. She is a proud perfectionist, and caring doctor and applies her extensive knowledge of facial anatomy with artistic talents to achieve aesthetically precise results every time.

Launching Dr Cosima Medispa in 2008, she has developed advanced treatment techniques and uses only cutting-edge technology in her practice. She believes pre and post-treatment care are equally as important as choosing the right treatment, and each client receives a bespoke plan that is gentle and progressive to achieve a natural appearance, always.

Dr Cosima’s holistic approach to beauty featured in Women’s Fitness Magazine, and TimeOut Sydney says Her Byonik Facial is one of the best facials in Sydney and is “..a high-tech facial that will leave you with the softest skin you’ve ever experienced, with no down-time.” She has also been featured in Spa + Clinic Magazine and Ageless Magazine.

As one of Australia’s leading cosmetic physicians and dermal experts Dr Cosima has presented at prestigious aesthetic events such as the ROAR Conference, and Australia’s largest beauty event the Beauty Expo. She was recently interviewed on Doctor Diaries to discuss her advanced treatment techniques and cutting-edge technology such as Aerolase.

Dr Saskia studied at the University of Sydney, completing a Bachelor of Science in 2009 and her medical degree at Sydney Medical School in 2013.

She completed early training at St George and St Vincent’s hospitals before spending close to a decade in intensive care, anaesthetics and aeromedical retrieval, including time with Gosford Hospital and the Royal Flying Doctor Service caring for critically unwell patients across rural and remote New South Wales.

After taking a career break, Dr Saskia retrained in preventative and longevity medicine to complement her work in aesthetic medicine. She has a particular interest in hormonal health, women’s health, and how the skin and body change over time.

She brings a calm, careful and highly personalised approach to every consultation.

Dr Saskia describes her style as patient-led and evidence-based. She believes less is often more, takes the time to understand what matters to you, and builds each plan around your individual goals.

Fun facts:
Dr Saskia grew up in Narrandera in the Riverina, trained in classical ballet for 13 years, rowed for the University of Sydney and has worked in emergency medicine in the Solomon Islands. She lives in the Eastern Suburbs with her three children and loves running and yoga.

The amazing Anika was handpicked by Dr Cosima for her skills and talent in creating a fresh rejuvenated appearance whilst maintaining a completely Natural Look.

With over 9 years of experience in the aesthetic industry, Anika is a highly skilled and trusted cosmetic cosmetic nurse.

Renowned for her precision, artistry, and personalised approach, Anika specialises in enhancing natural beauty while ensuring her clients feel confident and rejuvenated.

Her expertise and compassionate approach have earned her a loyal clientele who trust her to deliver exceptional results.

Fun Facts:

Nurturing and compassionate, her greatest love is a little man who climbs on everything and pulls things out of every drawer.

Angela is a skilled and caring dermal clinician with a strong commitment to improving skin health and overall quality of life. With a Bachelor of Health Science in Dermal Science, she takes a personalised, evidence-based approach to treatment, ensuring care is both effective and considered.

She works across a wide range of treatments including chemical peels, lymphatic drainage, IPL, and dermal needling, with a particular interest in treating diverse and ethnic skin types with precision and respect. Angela is known for her attention to detail, holistic mindset, and dedication to ongoing learning, always striving to deliver safe, tailored outcomes.

Her focus is on helping clients feel confident and comfortable in their own skin.

Fun facts:
Angela practises Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, has played piano at the Sydney Opera House (twice!), and has a Groodle named Vinnie.

Elissa is a passionate dermal clinician with a strong focus on skin health, confidence, and long-term results. With qualifications in Beauty Therapy and Health Science (Aesthetics), she takes an evidence-based, holistic approach to treatment planning, tailoring every program to the individual and their skin goals.

She has a particular interest in acne management, advanced facials, skin needling, and laser treatments, and places strong emphasis on client education and professional skincare. Having experienced skin concerns herself, Elissa brings empathy, care, and understanding to every appointment, supporting clients through each stage of their skin journey.

Her goal is simple: to help clients feel comfortable, confident, and at home in their own skin.

Fun facts:
Elissa is a big animal lover and enjoys crocheting in her downtime.

Allira has worked with Australia’s leading Cosmetic Clinics, including the leader in active acne and scarring solutions. She was involved in treatment trials and provided staff training, became a shareholder of a brand new clinic and was involved in its set-up as well as responsible for the growth of two clinics.

Allira is a highly trained professional who keeps up to date with the latest in anti-ageing and corrective skin treatments. She has nearly twenty years experience with cosmetic treatments, leading anti-ageing treatments, treatment of acne and scarring, hormonal pigmentation, scar reduction and aesthetic treatments.

As well as having a Diploma in Nursing and a Certificate in Anti-Ageing Medicine, Allira has completed Basic and Advanced Cosmetic Techniques with Allergan and Basic and Advanced Non-Surgical Aesthetics with Ipsen.

Emmanuel joined the Dr Cosima team in late 2023 and loves working with us! He has extensive experience with customer service and loves helping people. You’ll find he is approachable, patient and welcoming – the perfect combination for greeting you when you arrive.

Emmanuel completed an Associate of Arts in Teaching Degree, intending to become a bilingual teacher. He accepted an opportunity as a student teacher with a great team and later moved into retail where he honed his customer service skills and desire to support others.

Fun Facts:

Emmanuel moved here from Houston, Texas and loves the Aussie lifestyle. He speaks fluent Spanish, and loves trail walks, travelling and the beach.

Natalie joins Dr Cosima Medispa with over 15 years in the healthcare industry, where she built a reputation for making every patient feel genuinely looked after.

With a Certificate III in Dental Assisting, she brings a deep understanding of patient care to every interaction.

Her move into aesthetics is a natural one. Beauty and self-care have always been a passion of hers, and this role lets her bring together her healthcare background with an industry she loves. She’s excited to keep learning about the latest treatments and trends, and even more excited to welcome you into the clinic.

Fun facts:
Natalie has a labradoodle named Chuck, and loves travelling and exploring new cities.