Elissa Palmquist, RN, BSN

Clinic Founder & Nurse Aesthetic Injector

As a Denver native, I've always been passionate about helping people feel their best. My journey in nursing began in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit at Colorado Children's Hospital, where I spent over a decade honing my skills in gentle care and meticulous attention to detail.

While I cherished my time in the NICU, I found myself increasingly drawn to the world of cosmetic nursing. After excelling in my Advanced Injectables course and fellowship, I decided to follow my heart and transition into aesthetic medicine. Now, I bring the same compassion and precision I used in caring for newborns to helping my clients enhance their natural beauty.

I am excited to meet you and embark on this journey together. Let's enhance your natural beauty and boost your confidence in a way that feels authentic to you. “Welcome to the Enlighten Aesthetics family!"

Dr. Gregory A. Buford, MD, FACS, PCEO

Medical Director

Dr. Buford is a Board Certified Plastic Surgeon who has been consistently recognized in the media for his Plastic Surgery expertise and has participated with resources including Vogue, E Online, ABC News, FOX News, and many others.

Gregory A. Buford, M.D. received his medical degree from Georgetown University School of Medicine and completed residencies in both General Surgery as well as Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery at the Cleveland Clinic Foundation. He obtained additional training in Cosmetic Surgery through the esteemed Baker-Stuzin-Baker Fellowship as well as an Anti-Aging/Restorative Medicine Fellowship through A4M. He is also a proud graduate of the 2018 Physician CEO program at the Kellogg School of Management.