Dr. Grayson Woods
Grayson Woods, M.D, a native Nashvillian, is a women’s healthcare expert board certified in Obstetrics and Gynecology. Dr. Woods founded Zap! laser and aesthetics in 2005 to meet a growing demand for women who want healthier skin. Her specialized training gives Dr. Woods unique understanding of how hormonal changes affect skin and innovative ways to combat skin care challenges. Dr. Woods graduated cum laude with a Bachelor of Science in Business from the University of Colorado. She earned her medical degree from ETSU’s Quillen College of Medicine. During her training at Vanderbilt in Obstetrics and Gynecology, she served as the Chief Resident and received the Hillman Award for teaching. She serves on the affiliate medical staff of Vanderbilt University Medical Center, and is a Fellow of the American College of Obstetrics and Gynecology. She is affiliated with St Thomas Surgicare, Baptist Hospital, and Centennial Surgery Center.
Jemma Hurst, R.N., BSN
Jemma, a native of the Nashville area, has been practicing in the area of women’s health and aesthetics for more than 15 years. She obtained a Bachelors degree in nursing from Belmont University and completed graduate nursing studies at Vanderbilt. She practiced at Vanderbilt University Medical Center for over 10 years in the high risk labor and delivery unit. While there Jemma served as unit charge nurse and participated in multiple research studies. Driven by a desire to help women feel and look their best, she decided to expand her practice to aesthetics. She has the most current and advanced training in injectables (Botox, Juvederm, Restylane, Dysport), as well as advanced laser training for hair removal, spider veins, blemishes, and facial rejuvenation.
Karen Shepard, Medical Aesthetician
Karen Shepard, a native of the Nashville area, is a licensed aesthetician who is enthusiastic about meeting the unique skin care needs of women. After earning her aesthetics degree from Tennessee Tech Center of Nashville, she opened Karen Shepard Aesthetics in Brentwood, Tennessee. She joined us at Zap! this April. She is exceptionally skilled at customizing a skin care regimen to meet individual needs and concerns. Karen is passionate about educating her clients about skin care science, correcting problems, preventing cancer, and maintaining healthy glowing skin.
