ABOUT STEPHANIE
Co- Founder of Babe Aesthetics
Nurse Practitioner (ANP-BC)
Stephanie Manzo is a highly experienced Adult Nurse Practitioner with specialized expertise in plastic surgery and medical aesthetics. She is passionate about harmonizing natural beauty with advanced medicinal and percutaneous treatments. Stephanie specializes in a broad range of FDA-approved dermal fillers and neurotoxins, offering customized treatment plans tailored to each client’s unique goals. Her approach ensures that every individual feels confident and empowered, revealing the best version of themselves.
When she’s not helping clients look and feel their best, Stephanie embraces life to the fullest. A devoted travel enthusiast, she loves exploring new cultures and believes that the best memories are made when discovering new places with loved ones. Outside of work and travel, she’s a proud dog mom who cherishes time spent with her three beloved dogs.
Understanding that self-confidence often goes hand-in-hand with looking and feeling good, Stephanie is committed to meeting the highest expectations. She aims to deliver exceptional care and outstanding cosmetic results—even for the most discerning clients—with thoughtful recommendations and effective, personalized solutions.
Co- Founder of Babe Aesthetics
Nurse Practitioner (FNP-BC)
Micaela Virgilio is a Board-Certified Aesthetic Family Nurse Practitioner with a strong foundation in medical aesthetics and plastic surgery. Since beginning her aesthetics career in 2018, Micaela has assisted in and circulated for numerous plastic surgery procedures, developing a comprehensive understanding of both the surgical and non-surgical sides of cosmetic care.
Her nursing journey began at LIJ Hospital on the postpartum unit, where she cultivated the compassionate, intelligent, and hardworking approach that continues to define her practice today. Driven by a passion for beauty and patient care, Micaela pursued advanced aesthetics training across New York City, Long Island, and nationally, working alongside top physicians and learning the most effective and safest techniques in the field.
“I love what I do—bringing smiles to my clients’ faces. With a deep understanding of anatomy and physiology, I take pride in delivering results that you can trust. I’m always here to offer honest advice and guidance,” Micaela says.
In addition to her clinical work, Micaela is committed to education. She trains up-and-coming aesthetic nurses and continuously expands her own knowledge to stay at the forefront of the industry.
ABOUT ALEXANDRA
Nurse Practitioner (FNP-BC)
Alexandra Stang is a nurse practitioner
With five years of diverse nursing experience, Alexandra began her career at Stony Brook Medicine as a dedicated labor and delivery nurse before expanding into outpatient women’s health. Her commitment to supporting women has since evolved beyond the delivery room — now thriving in the world of personalized aesthetic care.
In 2017, Alexandra’s love for beauty and fashion led her to launch her own blog, igniting her journey into medical aesthetics. Today, known affectionately as "Alee," she specializes in Botox, dermal fillers, medical weight loss, IV therapy, and advanced laser treatments, combining her clinical expertise with an eye for natural, radiant results.
Alexandra’s approach is both compassionate and results-driven, with every treatment tailored to enhance her clients' individual beauty. Whether she's welcoming new life into the world or helping someone rediscover their confidence, Alexandra is passionate about supporting each person’s journey to feel their absolute best.
ABOUT MICAELA
ABOUT ALEX
Nurse Practitioner (ANP-BC)
Alexandra Ruddy, ANP, is a board-certified Adult Nurse Practitioner who blends her passion for nursing, beauty, and patient empowerment.
n addition to her work in medical aesthetics, she also serves as a dedicated nurse in the Medical ICU, where she supports patients through some of their most critical moments.
For Alexandra, the heart of her work — whether in intensive care or aesthetics — is the same: helping others discover their inner strength, confidence, and resilience. Her transition into the aesthetic field allows her to combine her love for medicine and beauty, providing patients with a renewed sense of self both inside and out.
Alexandra is known for her safe, effective techniques and her compassionate approach to care. There is no greater reward for her than handing a patient the mirror and witnessing them recognize the beauty and strength she already sees within them. She looks forward to supporting you on your journey to feeling empowered, radiant, and confident.
ABOUT ELIZABETH
Nurse Practitioner (NP-S)
​Liz is a Registered Nurse with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Molloy College and is currently advancing her education as a Family Nurse Practitioner.
She is passionate about the field of aesthetics and believes that small, thoughtful changes on the outside can make a profound difference in how someone feels on the inside. For Liz, helping a patient feel more confident in their skin empowers them to show up more fully in life — and when that confidence inspires them to achieve even greater things, she considers her work truly fulfilled.
Committed to patient education, Liz ensures that every individual she treats is equipped with the knowledge needed to make informed decisions about their care. Under the mentorship of Micaela and Stephanie, she has developed a keen eye for technique and precision, tailoring each treatment to match her patients’ unique goals. She continues to stay at the forefront of the industry by learning the latest innovations and best practices in medical aesthetics.
Liz is dedicated to helping you look and feel your absolute best — and she can’t wait for you to leave your appointment more radiant, confident, and empowered.
ABOUT DANIELLE
Nurse Practitioner (PNP)
Danielle is a board-certified Pediatric Nurse Practitioner
She began her career specializing in acute pediatric care and has continued to expand her expertise into the field of aesthetic medicine. While pediatrics remains close to her heart, Danielle has always had a passion for aesthetics and a deep desire to help people feel confident and empowered.
As a natural artist, Danielle brings a meticulous attention to detail to every treatment, allowing her to combine her clinical skill with an artistic eye. Through extensive training under the owners of Babe Aesthetics, she has mastered safe, effective techniques designed to fulfill each patient’s unique aesthetic goals.
Danielle is dedicated to delivering beautiful, natural-looking results and ensuring every patient feels like the best version of themselves. She looks forward to welcoming you and helping you begin your aesthetic journey with expert care and personalized attention.
ABOUT ALYSSA
Nurse Practitioner (NP-S)
Alyssa is a Registered Nurse who graduated from Manhattanville College in 2022 and plans to begin Nurse Practitioner school in 2025.
She currently works as a PICU nurse at Cohen’s Children’s Medical Center, where she has been caring for critically ill pediatric patients since January 2023. Throughout her career, Alyssa’s mission has always been to provide the safest and highest quality of care to every patient she serves.
In addition to her clinical work, Alyssa has long had a passion for beauty and aesthetics. In December 2023, she completed her first training in aesthetic nursing, specializing in neurotoxin and dermal filler treatments. She immediately fell in love with the ability to help others feel more confident and radiant in their own skin.
Through extensive hands-on training, Alyssa has developed a strong foundation in the safest and most effective techniques in medical aesthetics. She is passionate about combining her medical expertise with her artistic eye to deliver natural, beautiful results. Alyssa looks forward to meeting you and helping you become the most confident version of yourself.
ABOUT GIANNA M
Registered Nurse
Gianna Modica is a Registered Nurse with a strong clinical foundation in postpartum care, having spent years supporting women during one of the most transformative times in their lives. Her ability to combine compassion with clinical precision naturally led her to the world of aesthetics, where she found her true passion as an injector.
As a skilled aesthetic nurse, Gianna brings both medical expertise and an artistic eye to every treatment. She is known for her gentle technique, attention to detail, and commitment to enhancing natural beauty. Gianna takes pride in creating personalized treatment plans that leave her patients looking and feeling like the most refreshed, confident version of themselves.
Her love for aesthetics goes beyond the needle — it's about helping people feel empowered, radiant, and seen. Gianna is constantly advancing her skills through ongoing training and education to ensure she offers the safest, most effective techniques available.
For Gianna, aesthetic medicine is more than a profession — it’s a calling. Every patient she treats receives her full dedication, clinical excellence, and warm, approachable care
ABOUT KATHERINE
Nurse Practitioner (NP-S)
Katherine is a registered nurse with a passion for healthcare and beauty. She began her journey in the ICU, where she honed her skills and compassion, before transitioning to the fast-paced world of the Emergency Department, where she dedicated herself for the past 5 years. Currently, she is pursuing a master's degree in Family Nurse Practitioner at Stony Brook University, driven by her desire to expand her impact on patient care. Combining her love for aesthetics with her nursing expertise has been a dream come true, allowing her to create a rewarding career where she helps patients achieve their most confident selves. She really enjoys empowering others by enhancing their natural beauty by using multiple modalities through skincare and natural and undetectable injectables. She cannot wait to connect with you and help you achieve all your aesthetic goals!
ABOUT AMANDA
Licensed Esthetician
Amanda is a licensed aesthetician with advanced training in laser hair removal, IPL (Intense Pulsed Light) therapy, and tattoo removal. Since earning her license in 2023, she has immersed herself in the world of medical aesthetics, continually advancing her skills to offer results-driven, personalized skincare solutions.
Her passion for skin health led her to become a Certified Face Reality Acne Specialist — a designation that allows her to address acne at its root, combining clinical-grade treatments with a deeper understanding of internal triggers and lifestyle factors. Amanda is dedicated to helping clients overcome stubborn skin concerns by creating treatment plans that are both effective and sustainable.
Known for her calming presence and attention to detail, Amanda takes the time to truly understand her clients’ goals, educate them on their skin, and guide them through their skincare journey with empathy and precision. She believes that great skin starts with a customized approach and that everyone deserves to feel confident in their own skin.
Whether addressing acne, pigmentation, or overall skin rejuvenation, Amanda blends clinical expertise with a thoughtful, client-first approach — always prioritizing ethical practices, long-term skin health, and beautiful, glowing results.
ABOUT Sophia
Esthetician
Sophia is a licensed aesthetician with a passion for transforming problematic skin and helping her clients achieve healthy, radiant results. With a calm, welcoming approach and a deep commitment to personalized care, she works closely with each client to understand their unique skin concerns and develop effective, tailored treatment plans.
Her expertise includes brow lift and tint, advanced corrective facials, facial massage, laser hair removal, IPL, tattoo removal, and microneedling. This broad skill set allows her to treat a wide range of concerns — from acne and aging to hyperpigmentation and scarring — using both advanced techniques and a results-driven mindset.
Sophia is known not only for her hands-on skill, but also for her dedication to client education and empowerment. She believes that truly effective skincare goes beyond the treatment room, and she’s passionate about helping clients build routines and habits that support long-term skin health.
Always striving to stay ahead in the ever-evolving world of aesthetics, Sophia continues to expand her knowledge through advanced education and training. Her goal is to deliver meaningful results while making every client feel heard, cared for, and confident in their skin.
