Board-Certified Plastic Surgeon | MASTER Facial Injectables Trainer | MedSpa Industry Leader
Dr. Gregory A. Buford is a nationally recognized, board-certified plastic surgeon and one of the foremost authorities in non-surgical facial aesthetics. As a MASTER Facial Injectables Trainer, he has trained thousands of medical professionals across the country in the safe, artistic, and effective use of facial injectables.
He is the founder of the Core Aesthetics Training Institute, a premier educational platform dedicated to elevating standards in aesthetic medicine. Dr. Buford is also the visionary behind the CORE Mastery Summit, an exclusive event focused on MedSpa entrepreneurship and strategic business development for aesthetic leaders.
Dr. Buford’s expertise in plastic surgery and aesthetic innovation has earned him widespread recognition across major media outlets, including Vogue, E! Online, ABC News, FOX News, and EMedicine, among others. His thought leadership and clinical insights continue to shape the national conversation in cosmetic medicine.
Lead Nurse Practitioner
Dr. Christina Matheus is a cutting-edge, bilingual healthcare professional dedicated to delivering functional wellness therapies to enhance health outcomes and overall quality of life. As Lead Nurse Practitioner for Eden Health Club in Colorado, Christina oversees whole body health solutions for clients through individualized care and education. She values listening and working together to achieve high-quality, patient-centered goals.
A graduate of the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus, Christina holds a Doctorate of Nursing Practice, focusing on medical weight loss protocols for perimenopausal and post-menopausal life stages. She specializes in bio-identical hormone replacement therapy, medical weight loss, thyroid optimization, peptide therapy, sexual wellness and aesthetic care.
Prior to joining Eden, Christina spent over a decade honing her skills in critical care and cardiac & vascular nursing, with a five-year specialization in functional medicine and anti-aging therapies. A lifelong learner, she is dual certified through Biote and Purepell (formerly Hormone Therapy Centers of America). Christina has also served as a Biote trainer proctor, is a clinical mentor for the University of Colorado College of Nursing doctoral students, and holds several other certifications, including peptide therapies from A4M and Seeds Scientific Research and Performance Institute. Outside her work at Eden, Christina stays active through salsa dancing and skiing.
Lead Medical Aesthetician
With a strong foundation in beauty and skincare Ella Sutherland is a dual-licensed Cosmetologist and Master Esthetician with certifications in advanced laser technology and years of hands-on experience. She specializes in both corrective and preventative treatments tailored to your unique needs. Known for her passion for results-driven treatments and client and peer education, Ella combines technical expertise with deep understanding of skin science to deliver personalized, high-performance services.
In addition to hands-on experience in both medical aesthetics and the salon industry, Ella brings a background in professional training and mentorship, guiding fellow estheticians through their education and practical development. Whether working with cutting edge laser devices or customizing skincare programs and regimens, Ella is committed to helping clients feel confident in their skin.
Aesthetic Nurse Injector
With over 25 years of experience, Christy is a highly skilled and respected RN injector specializing in aesthetic medicine. Her career is distinguished by a deep commitment to patient care, safety, and natural results. Over the years, she has developed an expert eye for facial aesthetics and a gentle, precise injection technique that clients trust. Creating trusting relationships is incredibly important to her and she makes sure each client is heard, and their concerns are addressed.
In addition to her clinical work, Christy is passionate about education-both in empowering patients with knowledge and in mentoring the next generation of aesthetic professionals. She regularly participates in advanced training with some of the best in aesthetics and stays at the forefront of the latest industry technologies, and best practices. She feels it’s truly an honor and a privilege to have the opportunity to help others look and feel their best.
Her dedication to excellence and ongoing education ensures that every client receives personalized, informed, and results-driven care.
IV Specialist
Jho’leen is the IV Specialist at Eden Health Club, bringing over nine years of experience as an ICU Registered Nurse. Her extensive clinical background has shaped a strong commitment to patient safety, evidence-based practice, and personalized, high-quality care. At Eden, she administers and monitors IV therapies and wellness injections, performs blood work, and leads peptide injection trainings & follow-ups. She thoughtfully tailors each treatment and ensures clients feel informed, comfortable, and supported throughout the process.
For Jho’leen, the most rewarding part of her work is making a meaningful impact—helping people feel their best physically, mentally, and emotionally.
Her nursing career includes a year of travel nursing, where she gained invaluable experience in ICUs across the country and cared for patients with a wide range of complex conditions. That journey deepened her clinical expertise and strengthened her ability to connect with people from all walks of life. She also served on Quality & Safety Councils and as a trusted leader in the ICU, mentoring new nurses and helping shape the next generation of critical care professionals.
When she’s not in scrubs, Jho’leen finds joy in life’s simple pleasures: exploring new places, being in nature, sharing good meals, and soaking up the everyday beauty of life as a new mom. Her days are filled with movement, discovery, and love—grounded by her family and a deep appreciation for the moments that make life feel whole.
Community Engagement Lead | Certified Personal Trainer
Felicia Hernandez is the Community Engagement Lead at Eden Health Club, where she supports client consultations, community outreach, and group fitness programming with a focus on strength training and recovery. With a strong foundation in fitness leadership and team development, Felicia is committed to creating a welcoming, results-driven environment where clients feel supported from their very first interaction.
Her background in multi-studio management gave her hands-on experience leading operations, mentoring coaches, and developing systems to enhance both member engagement and staff performance. At Eden, she brings that same structure and intention into every part of the client experience—whether it’s helping someone find the right wellness path, building relationships with local partners, or delivering meaningful group classes that meet clients where they are.
Felicia holds a degree in Health and Exercise Medicine from Colorado State University and is a Certified Personal Trainer through the National Academy of Sports Medicine. Her approach at Eden blends strategic insight with a deep passion for community, with the goal of helping every client feel connected, confident, and cared for.