Lori Wrightington, our Director of Laser & Medispa Services, is a certified Clinical Laser Technician, Skin Care Therapist, and has her Master’s Certification in CoolSculpting. She joined the Dermatology and Laser Center of Charleston team in July of 2005. Lori grew up in Connecticut and is an alumnus of Southern Connecticut State University earning a Bachelor of Arts degree in Fine Arts. She also studied abroad and earned a certificate of studies from the Universita di Urbino in Urbino, Italy.
Lori celebrated her 15th anniversary in 2019 working in the dermatology field under the direct supervision of Dr. Schlesinger, assisting him in general, surgical, and cosmetic dermatology. In addition to her certified clinical training, Lori received extensive hands-on training with Dr. Schlesinger in all aspects of dermatology and cosmetic treatments. This includes clinically assisting Dr. Schlesinger in Mohs Micrographic Surgery, for the removal of different types of skin carcinoma. As one of the most experienced laser specialists in Charleston, she is extremely proficient in performing any type of laser service.
Lori continues to further her expertise and skincare training through continuing education, especially as technology continues to evolve. In 2010, Lori was invited to attend Cosmetic Bootcamp in Colorado Springs, CO under the tutelage of Dr. Kenneth Beer, renowned dermatologist and founder of Cosmetic Bootcamp. In 2013, she was invited to serve as a member of the advisory committee of the Esthetics Department at Trident Technical College. Lori has also graduated from CoolSculpting University’s Master Class.
Lori’s expertise and her team were instrumental in the practice of being voted Best Medical Spa by readers of Charleston City Paper and the Post & Courier in 2018. In addition, the practice was a finalist for Best Medical Spa by Post & Courier readers in 2019.
Lori prides herself in having a professional demeanor as well as an outgoing personality that makes patients feel right at home. In her ‘occasional’ time away from the office, she enjoys spending time with her family and dogs, especially relaxing at the swimming pool, and always wearing a minimum of SPF 30.
