About & Meet Our Team
OUR STORY
Founded in 1988 by matriarch Luzivone, Suddenly Slimmer Med Spa is a beloved family venture. Luzivone, a licensed Acupuncturist, massage therapist, and hypnotherapist, established the foundation. Her daughters, Dannielli, Jeanie, and Jana, and granddaughter, Saharra joined post-graduation from ASU, propelling the business to its current status as Arizona’s largest and longest-running Med Spa, Wellness, Laser Center, and Weight Loss Center. Boasting a cutting-edge 5,000 sq. ft. med spa, Suddenly Slimmer is a beacon of modernity. They are deeply committed to beauty, health, and wellness, continuously embracing the latest advancements to offer state-of-the-art treatments and products. Their expertise has garnered recognition in numerous local and national publications, as well as television appearances.
FEATURED ON…
Suddenly Slimmer Med Spa has garnered recognition from FOX 10 News, Good Morning Arizona, Scottsdale Tribune, American Spa Magazine, The Rachael Ray Show, The Tyra Banks Show, RedBook, Self Magazine, In Style Magazine, iVillage.com, First Magazine, The Ellen DeGeneres Show, Sonoran Living, and numerous other local and national media outlets as authorities in beauty, skincare, spa treatments, wellness services, spa facials, and detox and slimming treatments.
OUR MISSION
At Suddenly Slimmer Med Spa, our ultimate mission is to deliver the highest quality service to our patients. This is spearheaded by our esteemed Medical Director, Dr. Brit Ferrell MD, Dr. Jeffers, Alisha NP, Dr. Alexe, Dannielli RN, and our team of highly experienced medical estheticians, laser technicians and licensed medical professionals.
The staff at Suddenly Slimmer Medical Spa is dedicated to providing exceptional customer service, incorporating state-of-the-art technology, and taking a personalized approach with each patient. We strive to ensure that everyone feels comfortable and confident in their appearance, fostering a sense of empowerment and self-assurance.
The founders of Suddenly Slimmer Med Spa are deeply passionate about bringing cutting-edge technologies to Arizona, enhancing the well-being of our valued clients. It is with great pride that Suddenly Slimmer Med Spa is consistently showcased on local and international news platforms like Phoenix FOX 10 and 3TV Good Morning Arizona, highlighting the latest advancements in skin and body treatments.
MEDICAL DIRECTOR
Dr. Ferrell has been practicing medicine for over 20 years. He is board-certified in Emergency Medicine and has been providing leadership as a medical director for more than 15 years. Additionally, he is a trained and certified Medical Aesthetic Medical Director. He ensures appropriate medical supervision of the patient care policies, procedures, and protocols used in a medical spa. Dr. Ferrell has healthcare executive experience as a senior vice president with Envision Healthcare—a Fortune 500 company–specializing in operations.
Dr.Ferrell has received his MD as well as his MBA from UCLA where he graduated with honors. Besides, he is the former medical director of the Honor Health Osborn Emergency Department and chairman of the Department of Emergency Medicine. His research interests include optimizing pain management and patient satisfaction. He has 20 years of experience practicing Emergency Medicine. He lives in Scottsdale with his wife and four children and is an avid golfer.
OUR TALENTED COSMETIC INJECTORS
Dannielli, RN, is a master-certified Allergan, Galderma, and MERZ injector with over 20 years of experience in Medical Aesthetics. You can see her remarkable work on our Instagram page: Instagram.com/SuddenlySlimmer/. She meticulously examines her patients’ faces from all angles to ensure symmetry and precise product distribution.
Her extensive experience and expertise includes administering neurotoxins (Botox/Dysport/Xeomin), PDO threads, fillers, biostimulators, PRP, PRF (Platelet-Rich Fibrin), Exosome Therapy, facial balancing, rejuvenation, cheek, jawline & chin filler, lip filler, PDO Thread Lift, FemiLift Laser for Vaginal Rejuvenation and tightening, and non-surgical Radiesse and Sculptra ButtLift BBL. She was voted the #1 Radiesse ButtLift provider by MERZ Aesthetics, the makers of Radiesse filler.
Dannnielli is also a licensed Medical Esthetician and Laser Technician!
Dr. Alexe is a licensed Naturopathic Physician based in Arizona, specializing in medical aesthetics, bioidentical hormones, and weight loss. She obtained her Doctor of Naturopathic Medicine from the National University of Health Sciences and a Bachelor of Science from Loyola University of Chicago, where she earned Dean’s List recognition.
Dr. Alexe emphasizes a restorative approach to aesthetics, working closely with patients to develop personalized treatment plans that align with their goals. Trained by leading experts in medical aesthetics and regenerative medicine, she has mastered advanced techniques for face and body treatments. Her extensive experience includes administering neurotoxins (Botox/Dysport), PDO threads, fillers, biostimulators, PRP, PRF (Platelet-Rich Fibrin), and a variety of laser and radio frequency treatments. Her proficiency also includes skin care and chemical peels. She is also certified in Bio-identical Hormone Replacement Pellet Therapy and in aesthetic procedures including Botox, fillers, PRP (Platelet-Rich Plasma), and PDO thread applications.
As a provider, Dr. Alexe offers bioidentical hormone replacement therapy and innovative peptide weight loss programs that support fat loss while preserving lean muscle mass. She excels in addressing anti-aging concerns such as skin and hair conditions, and she is dedicated to helping her patients achieve their desired look and feel their best.
Alisha NP, a Nurse Practitioner and skilled master injector, specializes in administering neurotoxins (Botox/Dysport/Xeomin), fillers, biostimulators, PRP Face and Hair Restoration, PRF (Platelet-Rich Fibrin), Exosome Therapy, facial balancing, rejuvenation, and cheek, jawline & chin filler, as well as lip filler. Her expertise in aesthetics merges artistic prowess with a scientific foundation, delivering a premium patient experience. A passionate educator, she tailors individualized plans for each client to enhance their innate beauty.
Saharra is a licensed Laser Technician, Certified in HydraFacial MD, Diamond Glow, and Coolsculpting at Suddenly Slimmer Med Spa with over 10 years of experience, specializing in skin care, fat loss, body countering, cellulite, and skin rejuvenation. She’s administered countless Coolsculpting treatments, HydraFacial MD, Diamond Glow, CO2 Laser Skin Resurfacing, Laser Hair Removal, Laser Skin Resurfacing, IPL PhotoFacial, Tattoo Removal, Radio Frequency + Ultrasound, Laser Fungus Removal, FemiLift Laser For Vaginal Rejuvenation, Clear + Brilliant and Fraxel, medical chemical peel, and more. She has been featured on 3TV Good Morning Arizona, Phoenix FOX 10 News as an expert in Skin & Body rejuvenation!
Natalie, a licensed medical Esthetician and Certified Laser Technician at Suddenly Slimmer Med Spa, specializes in a wide range of anti-aging skin treatments. From addressing skin discoloration, acne, and acne scars to dealing with rosacea, sagging skin, stretch marks, and body contouring, Natalie offers comprehensive expertise. Her extensive training includes HydraFacial, DiamondGlow, Dermaplaning, Waxing, Laser Hair Removal, Vi Peel, SkinMedica Chemical Peels, Laser Skin Tightening, SkinPen Microneedling, Vivace RF Microneedling, Radio Frequency, and Ultrasound. With meticulous care, Natalie is dedicated to delivering exceptional results to her clients while providing the highest level of customer service.
Jeanie is the Medical Consultant at Suddenly Slimmer Med Spa, she has extensive experience helping clients create and discuss customized treatment plans based on their needs and desires. A Phoenix native, Jeanie graduated from Arizona State University with a degree in Biology with a minor in English. She has been working in the Cosmetic, Health & Wellness industries for over 20 years. She is passionate about working with people to find the most customized treatment plan to make them feel their best from the inside out.
OUR SERVICES
Discover a range of top aesthetic treatments at Suddenly Slimmer Med Spa in Phoenix. Our services include Botox, Dysport, Xeomin, Juvederm family of fillers, which includes Voluma, Vollure, Volbella, Juvederm Ultra Plus, along with the Restylane family of products – Restylane, Silk, Lyft, Refyne, Defyne, Sculptra, and Merz’s Aesthetics product Radiesse, Kybella, Laser Hair Removal, IPL Photofacial, CoolSculpting, Laser Tattoo Removal, CO2 Laser Skin Resurfacing, FemiLift for Vaginal Rejuvenation, HydraFacial MD, Diamond Glow (formerly Dermalinfusion), Chemical Peels, Skin Tightening, Microdermabrasion, MicroNeedling, PRP Facial & Hair Restoration, UltraSound + Radio Frequency, Vitamin Shots and IV Therapy and more in Phoenix and Scottsdale, Arizona.
OUR LOCATION
Suddenly Slimmer Med Spa is conveniently located in the Biltmore | Arcadia area, near you in Phoenix Arizona; 3313 E. Indian School Rd. Phoenix, AZ 85018 provides a luxury experience, as well as stellar customer service by top doctors and professionals. Suddenly Slimmer Day and Med Spa have been in practice since 1988!
