Meet Our Staff
Dr. Syed Amiry
Board Certified Cosmetic Dermatologist + Expert Injector
Dr. Syed A. Amiry is a board-certified dermatologist who specializes in non-surgical cosmetic procedures in the Northern Virginia and Washington DC areas. As a cosmetic injector, Dr. Amiry has been honing his craft for almost 2 decades and is very sought after for his cosmetic sensibility to help men and women look more youthful, refreshed, and enhance their natural features. His special interest is using innovative injection techniques to give patients facelift results without surgery.
Dr. Amiry is one of the early adopters of CoolSculpting and has continued to bring on only the best non-invasive products, technologies, cosmetic providers, and staff to build The Body Lab. Reston Dermatology + Cosmetic Center has the distinction of having more than 10-years’ experience with Coolsculpting.
Dr. Amiry is affiliated with Reston Hospital in Reston, VA. Dr Amiry received his BS degree, with honors, from Grinnell College, IA. His medical degree is from the Kirksville College of Osteopathic Medicine, MO, and he completed internships at Pontiac Osteopathic Hospital, and Saint Mary’s Community Hospital, MI.
He was chief resident at Geisinger Medical Center in Danville, PA, and completed a fellowship at Dermatology Associates of San Diego County in Mohs, laser treatments, liposculpture and other minimally invasive cosmetic procedures.
Arnela Zukanovic
Board Certified Physician Assistant + Aesthetic Injector
Arnela Zukanovic, PA-C, is a Virginia board certified Physician Assistant. She received her Master of Science in Physician Assistant Studies from Shenandoah University, Winchester, VA. She received a Bachelor of Science degree in Molecular Cell Biology/Premed from the University of Connecticut. After completing her dermatology clinical rotation with Dr. Amiry and Leigh Charron, PA-C, here at Reston Dermatology and Cosmetic Center, she knew dermatology was a field she wanted to practice lifelong. We are so glad to have her join our team after witnessing firsthand her drive, enthusiasm, and curiosity about dermatology.
Arnela is passionate about early skin cancer detection plus diagnosing and healing various dermatological skin conditions. She also understands the importance of feeling confident in one’s own skin and loves to enhance a natural look through cosmetic injectables. Lip fillers are one of her favorite treatments!
Leah Waller
Board Certified Physician Assistant + Aesthetic Injector
Leah is a board-certified physician assistant and aesthetic injector with special interests in hair loss, pigmentary disorders, and aesthetic treatments with natural results for all skin tones. She is passionate about treating dermatological conditions in skin of color and has extensive experience managing acne in every age group.
She loves artfully performing cheek filler injections. She also has a special interest in treating hair loss and skin conditions like eczema and psoriasis with both topical and systemic or biologic agents.
Her approach to treating patients is collaborative. She likes to focus her attention on a comprehensive approach to skincare, including patient education and tailored treatment plans to maximize outcomes. Results are the goal, and there is no “one size fits all” approach to skin.
A Cincinnati native, she moved to the DC area to complete her undergraduate and PA school degree at Howard University where she graduated with honors. After graduation, she received her Master of Science in Physician Assistant Studies from Touro College. Northern Virginia is home now, and in her spare time Leah enjoys traveling, working out, and finding new restaurants in the area with her husband, Peter.
Laura Stephens
Board Certified Physician Assistant
Laura is a board-certified physician assistant with additional experience in primary and urgent care. She completed her undergraduate degree at The College of William and Mary with a major in Neuroscience and a minor in Hispanic Studies and obtained her Master of Science in Physician Assistant Studies from Desales University. A native of Newport News in south eastern Virginia, she relocated to northern Virginia after graduating from PA school.
Throughout her career, she has always found joy in connecting with patients and celebrating with them as they work toward and achieve their health goals. She is passionate about preventative care and considering a person’s health from an individual perspective.
She wants to help people feel their best, inside and out, so that they can focus less on their health overall and more on living their lives.
She lives in Arlington, VA, with her husband and two young children, whom she will brag about to anyone who will listen. When she is not chasing her little babies, she likes to spend time with family, friends, and run around the beautiful trails of northern Virginia.
Navya Maruthi
Master Aesthetician
Navya is a highly skilled Master Aesthetician with a passion for skin health and rejuvenation. Navya is also a trained ONCOLOGY aesthetician, working with individuals undergoing cancer treatment. With a deep understanding of skin analysis, she takes a personalized approach to every treatment, ensuring optimal results.
Navya is dedicated to patient education, helping individuals understand their skin concerns and guiding them toward the most effective solutions. Whether it’s advanced facials, laser treatments, or body contouring, she combines expertise with a gentle, caring touch to help patients look and feel their best.
Aubrey Wisco
Esthetician
Aubrey is a licensed Master Esthetician who truly loves helping people feel comfortable and cared for in their own skin. She specializes in advanced treatments such as Hydrafacials, microneedling, laser treatments, dermaplaning, chemical peels, and acne-focused care. With years of experience in both medical and aesthetics settings, along with a Bachelor’s degree in Healthcare Administration, she takes a thoughtful, personalized approach to skincare and creating treatment plans that are realistic and supportive.
Outside of the treatment room, Aubrey enjoys spending quality time with her husband, two children, and an elderly dog. She loves trying new recipes and finding joy in little things. She strives to make every visit feel like a moment of calm, care, and genuine connection because she understands how busy life is.
Hannah Colson
Office Manager
With over seven years of experience in customer service and medical administration, as well as an education in skincare and aesthetics, Hannah is dedicated to providing exceptional customer service and creating a welcoming atmosphere for all patients. She is extremely passionate about the medical and cosmetic field and always committed to making a positive impact in the lives of our patients. With an infectious laugh and a quick wit, Hannah brings humor, warmth, and professionalism to the practice and has a natural ability to connect with others and make them feel at ease.
Linda Lofstrom
Practice Administrator
Linda has been managing practices for more than 15 years. With a degree in health science, Linda always knew her interests were in the medical field, so she is very happy with the medical/cosmetic aspects of Reston Dermatology + Cosmetic Center. She comes to us with backgrounds in corporate communications, marketing, and graphic design, but Linda feels most at home when improving practice processes that result in higher patient satisfaction.
She and her husband are empty-nesters with two accomplished daughters, each married to a fine young man, and two cherished, long-awaited grandchildren.