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Tampa Bay's Largest, Most Trusted Medical Aesthetic Facility

Kristen Thornley Hunt

APRN-C, MSN, FNP | Clinical Director

Kristen Thornley Hunt completed her training as a Family Nurse Practitioner, receiving her Masters of Science in Nursing at the University of Central Florida in 2001. She graduated top of her class with Sigma Theta Tau nursing Honors. As our Clinical Director, she earned the prestigious black diamond injector status after having performed over 10,000 BOTOX® Cosmetic treatments making her one of Allergan’s top injectors in the country. 

She is a highly skilled facial rejuvenation injector with a perfectionist’s eye. She also has a passion for helping her patients create the naturally youthful appearance that so many of us long for as we age, through the use of injectable fillers, neurotoxins and PDO/PLLA threads. She is certified in the specialized training of Bio-identical Hormone Pellet Therapy and has received extensive hands-on training in the most cutting-edge methods of employing neuromodulators and dermal fillers to achieve superb cosmetic results.

Kristen Thornley

She also uses advanced methods of microcannula placement for optimal patient results with minimal downtime, and she specializes in the placement of JUVÉDERM® XC, JUVÉDERM VOLUMA™ JUVEDERM VOLLURE, JUVEDERM VOLBELLA, Restylane®, Restylane® Lyft, Sculptra™, and Radiesse®. I love helping people radiate their inner beauty by simply accentuating their features and correcting their cosmetic concerns. It gives me such satisfaction to hear how much of a positive impact it can make on a person’s self-confidence, and I truly enjoy being able to provide that. One of the most rapidly developing fields, Kristen has a depth of laser experience that has been honed by over fourteen years of experience working with numerous types of lasers alongside Dr. Hunt. Some of the 18 different lasers that she specializes in include IPL Photo Rejuvenation, eMatrix™ Sublative, Harmony® Pixel, Pixel RF, ResurFX®, Fotona Erbium Micropeel, Fotona 3D Laser Facelift, Fotona Pixel and Fractional CO2.

Combining the highest quality skincare products with the latest technology in lasers, she works closely with patients to provide each individual with a multidisciplinary plan of care to achieve optimal results for their concerns, including sun damage, wrinkles, acne, scars, and rosacea. She is also trained in anti-aging medicine with Bio-Identical Hormones through BioTE and Silhouette Instalift suspension suture cone lift and Eurothreads to lift the areas of the mid-face. She is a member of the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners, American Society of Laser Medicine and Surgery, and the Academy of Anti-Aging Medicine. During your consultation, she will spend as much time as needed to create a look that best fits you. With her steady hands, gentle touch, and friendly, welcoming demeanor, she endeavors to ensure your comfort and improve your self-esteem and confidence. She is compassionate towards her patients and highly knowledgeable about the dynamic and ever-changing field of aesthetic medicine.

Patient Testimonials

The quality and caring of Kristen at the vein center has been phenomenal and she is the reason why I continue to make my appointments with her and trust her completely to advise me in choosing appropriate treatments for my aging skin. People continue to remark about how good my skin looks and I attribute it all to Kristen and the vein center.

Thank you Kristen for your caring and expertise.

Charleen K.

Kristin is the best injector and has the most knowledge of where to place for MOST natural results!!!

Cindy M.

I LOVE Kristen. So professional and so friendly and listens to you. She is the BESTEST! EVERYONE is great at Vein n Cosmetic but Kristen is ALWAYS #1

Debra E.

I’m abSOlutely thrilled with my visit with Kristen and her assistant Daisy today! I always look forward to seeing Everyone at The Vein Center! I had (on monthly special) a Cool Peel Laser today! I came armed with research notes as I never had that type of treatment before and Kristen helped me decide which one was best for my skin and assured me I would be taken care of! I’ve been coming here for over 20 years because of Kristen, Jackie, and everyone else that makes you feel SO comfortable and safe! Kristen you are VERY special to me! I would recommend making an appointment and/or consultation with Kristen or Jackie, but truly, they are all professional and you can’t go wrong with any one of these gals! I LOVE everything about The Vein Center and would never go anywhere else! They have affordable prices and FABulous monthly specials! Thank you Jasmine up front for always making sure my check out is smooth and for your constant kindness! I’m excited for next week to see my results!

Top notch 100% BEST in class with Dr. Hunt and his “A” Team!

Karen S.

About 10 yrs ago I was referred to Tampa Vein Center and since then I never wanted to go anyplace else as I met gorgeous Kristen Thornley and adore her so much as she has much talent and a personality that lights up house!

Tina H.

I love the vein center and have been going for years! Kristen is the best and so honest whether or not a treatment is needed. I will never switch.

Jessie C.

Vein and Cosmetic Center is the greatest and I love Kristen, she is the best!!! Also, their weight loss program is fabulous, Gabby is the awesome!!!

Karen D.

Vein and Cosmetic Center is the greatest and I love Kristen, she is the best!!! Also, their weight loss program is fabulous, Gabby is the awesome!!!

Danny P.

Kristen always does an excellent job of caring for my flaws and desired enhancements. I highly recommend the Vein Center for any enhancements or vein treatments you need or desire.

Carol T.