At our cosmetic surgery practice near Providence, Rhode Island, we have assembled a team of highly qualified professionals to meet all of your needs in a friendly, efficient manner. Most of our staff members have been with the practice for many years, helping to create the warm, comfortable environment that puts our patients at ease.
In addition to Dr. Polacek, one of the most esteemed plastic surgeons in Rhode Island, our staff includes:
Awesome! Great experience, would definitely return. Dr. Polacek’s work is very natural and beautiful. I give her a ten and her staff.
Dr. Polacek’ s office is always up to date with services staying innovative and having the most knowledgeable, professional staff.
Andrea DeSimone – Practice Manager/Patient Care Coordinator
Andrea DeSimone is our practice manager/patient care coordinator who joined our practice in April 2018. Andrea joined our practice with over 30 years experience in retail store, small business and plastic surgery office management. She truly loves meeting new people which is expressed the moment that you meet her. Her positive attitude is contagious as she truly loves the field of aesthetics and the amazing non-surgical results that we see every day in our practice. Andrea enjoys spending her free time with her boyfriend, her family and her dog “Lucy”.
Jodi Komiega – Administrative Assistant
Jodi Komiega is our receptionist/administrative assistant who joined our practice in July 2021. She has 25 years’ experience working in the manufacturing industry where her focus was in the accounting/billing department. Her interest in non-surgical aesthetic treatments brought her to the Polacek Center for Plastic Surgery where she truly enjoys seeing the incredible results that leave our practice after treatment with our providers. Jodi is married with 2 children. Jodi enjoys working out, gardening, hiking and listening to her husband’s CSNY tribute band play in venues throughout New England.
Dezarae Rossi – Nurse Practitioner/Skin care Consultant
Meet Dezarae Rossi, our Nurse Practitioner/Skin care Consultant, who joined our practice in 2023. Dezarae graduated from Regis College in Weston, Massachusetts with a Masters in Nursing and then went on to complete their Family Nurse Practitioner program. She received her Board Certification through the American Nursing Credentialing Center. Dezarae’s true passion is aesthetic medicine where she is able to help patients achieve results that are both beautiful and natural with safety as her priority. Dezarae enjoys cooking, reading and spending time with her husband. We are excited to have her join our team!
Melissa Soto – Medical Aesthetician
Meet Melissa Soto! She joined the Polacek Center for Plastic Surgery as a Medical Aesthetician, with a vast knowledge of skin care.She enjoys meeting each and every one of our patients to assist them in improving and rejuvenating their skin. Melissa stays active, spending time with family and friends. In her spare time, she is an avid reader and listens to podcasts and audiobooks.
Courtney O’Donnell – Medical Assistant
Meet Courtney O’Donnell, our Medical Assistant, who joined our practice in 2024. She has over ten years of experience in the medical field, where she focused on primary care and oncology.
Courtney’s interest in non-surgical aesthetic treatment brought her to our practice. In her spare time, she enjoys reading, listening to podcasts, and spending time with her son.
Dr. Polacek and her team go above and beyond for their patients. They practice with the highest level of safety and expertise. Dr. Polacek’s years of experience and education in plastic surgery provide her patients with the best results. If you want safe, experienced care in a warm and friendly environment, I highly recommend this practice.