Our Medical Aesthetics Team

At Lorena Luca Med + Spa, we take pride in introducing you to our exceptional team of professionals dedicated to enhancing your natural beauty and well-being.

Experts in Beauty and Confidence

Our team includes skilled nurse practitioners, a renowned medical director, and licensed medical aestheticians who bring their expertise and passion for aesthetics to the forefront. We work collaboratively to provide the highest quality care, harnessing the latest advancements in the field to deliver beautiful, natural-looking results that empower you to look and feel your best. Get to know the experts who guide you to a more confident, rejuvenated you.

Meet Dr. Joseph A. Franklin, our Medical Director

Dr. Joseph A. Franklin is a highly skilled plastic and reconstructive surgeon with over 15 years of experience. He is a Diplomat of the American Board of Plastic Surgery, a member of esteemed organizations such as the American Society of Plastic Surgeons, and a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons. Dr. Franklin's surgical expertise is evident in his meticulous approach to patient care before and after procedures. Whether you're seeking cosmetic enhancements or require complex reconstructive surgery, Dr. Franklin's commitment to helping you look and feel your best is unwavering. You can trust his experience and dedication to guide you through your journey to enhanced well-being and self-confidence.

Meet our skilled nurse practitioners.

Our team of skilled nurse practitioners and injectors is here to provide you with the highest quality care and ensure that you leave feeling confident and satisfied with your results. With years of experience and extensive training in the latest techniques, our team is committed to staying at the forefront of the latest advancements in the field to provide you with the best possible outcomes. Look your best with the best!

Christin Agens MSN, RN, NP-C, CANS

Delivering natural aesthetic results.

Introducing Christin Agens MSN, RN, NP-C, CANS, our board-certified Nurse Practitioner and Certified Aesthetic Nurse Specialist, skilled in delivering natural aesthetic results through comprehensive anti-aging and skin health treatments.

Christin Agens is a board-certified Nurse Practitioner with a master's Degree in Nursing from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. Additionally, she is a Certified Aesthetic Nurse Specialist (CANS). Before working in aesthetics, Christin was an inpatient Endocrinology Nurse Practitioner. She started her nursing career as a Cardiothoracic Intensive Care Nurse at the University of North Carolina Medical Center.

Christin is an advanced aesthetic injector with over five years of experience and is known for her natural results that will help you look and feel your best. Christin loves to work with her patients to create well-rounded treatment plans that involve a global approach to their aesthetic goals. Christin believes the best results come from utilizing multiple treatment modalities with a finely tuned focus on anti-aging, skin health, and natural-looking results.

Christin is a Raleigh native and enjoys spending her free time with her husband and two dogs, traveling, being active outdoors, or spending time with friends and family.

Hali Emge RN, BSN

Injecting confidence and natural results.

Hali Emge, RN BSN is an experienced aesthetic nurse injector with over six years of expertise in delivering safe, natural-looking results. Known for her commitment to enhancing confidence through personalized care, she combines her clinical nursing background with a passion for artistry to help clients look and feel their best.

Outside of work, Hali enjoys spending time with her husband and daughter, exploring everything the vibrant Raleigh area has to offer. Whether it's discovering new local spots or enjoying family time, she brings the same dedication and joy to her personal life as she does to her professional practice.