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.

Anna Kiser RN, BSN

Blending an Artistic Eye with Clinical Excellence.

Anna is passionate about empowering patients to look and feel their absolute best through personalized aesthetic care. With advanced expertise in neurotoxins, dermal fillers, full-face balancing, and laser treatments, she combines clinical excellence with an artistic eye to deliver results that are natural, radiant, and confidence-boosting.

Known for her warm, approachable style, Anna creates an experience rooted in trust, education, and comfort. She takes pride in building genuine connections and designing treatment plans that celebrate each patient’s unique beauty and goals. Recently completing her Master of Nursing–Family Nurse Practitioner degree, Anna brings both elevated skill and heartfelt care to every consultation—helping patients shine from the inside out.

Jessica Perkes LT, LME

20+ Years in The Skincare & Aesthetics Industry.

Jessica is a licensed aesthetician, vitrified laser technician, and medical assistant with over 20 years of experience in the skincare and aesthetics industry. She began her journey in 2004 graduating from the Career Academy of Beauty in Garden Grove, California. She went on to complete advanced laser training at the National Laser Institute in Scottsdale, Arizona in 2005. Jessica specializes in customizing skincare regimens and treatment plans tailored to a wide range of skin types and conditions. Her expertise includes both traditional aesthetics and advanced laser therapies, allowing her to create comprehensive solutions for her clients.

What sets Jessica apart is her passion for education. She takes pride in empowering each client with the knowledge they need to understand their skin and make informed decisions about the treatment and products that will benefit them most.