About Us

Steph is an all-in nurse practitioner focusing on family and internal medicine, she follows a holistic approach to patient care and draws inspiration from caring for the whole person in light of God’s command to care for his creation. She has valued medical grade skin care and skin rejuvenation to prevent signs of aging and has received formal training in aesthetics and injectables. 

Stephanie has always been interested in taking care of the “whole person” ( spiritual, physical and mental health) while taking care of patients. She believes that a healthy body is key to a healthy mind and spirit. As a wife + mother to five children, Steph works everyday to notice and be involved with what needs to be taken care of, to help create harmony within. There is no doubt you will find quickly it is imperative to her that her clients’ physical health is optimally supported to ensure mental and spiritual harmony too.

For the last 18 years, Risa has dedicated her career to the vast world of skin, both medical and cosmetic. Her reputation for being a full-spectrum dermatology expert precedes her, and she’s always up-to-date with the latest and greatest skincare trends. Risa has a keen eye for aesthetics, and her creative touch can bring out the beauty and beyond in your wellness journey.

Working at Stevens Community Medical Center, Risa noticed her patients’ growing interest in wellness and aesthetic treatments, and that’s when the lightbulb moment struck. She just had to bring her passion for skincare to the community, and thus, MedWell Institute was born in downtown Morris, MN.

As a wife, mom, friend, business owner and lake-cabin-lover, Risa knows the everyday struggles each age + stage brings, and is ready to help you enhance whatever stage you’re in.

Lori has always prioritized skin wellness. Lori has whole heartily nurtured and cared for her husband, children and grandchildren through the years and innately this carries into her professional life at MedWell. While combining her passion for skincare and community involvement, Lori partnered with Risa and Stephanie to introduce MedWell to the Morris area.

As a devout woman of faith, Lori is deeply committed to giving back to her church and community. Her dedication to her work is unwavering, and she takes heart in ensuring that everything runs seamlessly behind the scenes at MedWell. Lori’s friendly and inviting nature will wrap you up in a cozy hug of comfort as you walk through the door.

Originally from Chokio, Audrey discovered her passion for esthetics and pursued an education at the Salon Professional Academy in Fargo. As our resident aesthetician, Audrey aims to ensure all her clients leave feeling relaxed and rejuvenated. Specializing in skin wellness, she can craft personalized skincare routines and provide valuable education.

Although Audrey enjoys vacations, she prefers the mountains over the beach for large game hunting. Recently engaged, Audrey is celebrating this exciting milestone!

You’ll experience instant relaxation when you cozy up in the warm comfortable table of room one for a time of pampering with Audrey. 

Say hello to Carlie, the new, fresh face at MedWell Institute! Carlie is an ambitious woman who spent 2.5 years working at SCMC in dermatology before following her heart to the farm and working with her husband. Her passion for skin care brought her back, and we are so excited to have Carlie a part of the MedWell team.

In addition to her love for her faith, family and farming, Carlie’s passion is making others feel loved and appreciated. This passion for others led her to work at MedWell, where she believes in the importance of self-care and feeling beautiful from the inside out.

Carlie's commitment to her passions and her eagerness to help others is downright impressive. Whether she's tending crops, getting active, or giving you the best hydrafacial or injection, Carlie's infectious personality is truly heartwarming.