Meet The Team

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.

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 Clubs 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.

Shannon is a dedicated and highly experienced Registered Nurse with over a decade of clinical expertise in high-acuity settings, including Level I trauma care. Before transitioning into aesthetic medicine, she honed her skills in fast-paced emergency and critical care environments where precision, rapid decision-making, and compassionate patient care were essential every day.

Bringing that same focus and commitment to aesthetics, Shannon now specializes in delivering natural, beautiful results that enhance her clients’ unique features while prioritizing safety and comfort. Her attentive eye for detail and deep understanding of facial anatomy allow her to create customized treatment plans that support each individual’s aesthetic goals, always with a refined, balanced approach. Known for her calm, reassuring presence and unwavering dedication to client education and satisfaction, Shannon takes the time to truly listen and partner with clients throughout their aesthetic journey. She believes that confidence comes from feeling good in your own skin, and she strives to help every person she works with look and feel their very best.

Felicia Hernandez is the Community Engagement Lead at Eden Health Clubs, 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.