Our Team
Marisa Verdi-Liguori
Licensed Medical Aesthetician, Laser & IPL Certified Practitioner
Marisa Verdi-Liguori is a highly experienced New York State Licensed Aesthetician with over a decade of experience in medical aesthetics. Over the past 14 years, she has worked alongside some of New York’s leading facial and body plastic surgeons, serving in roles including Medical Spa Manager and Director, Senior Medical Aesthetician, Cosmetic Surgical Coordinator, and Operating Room Circulator. This unique combination of clinical and aesthetic expertise allows Marisa to seamlessly integrate advanced skincare treatments with an in-depth understanding of surgical and injectable procedures.
Born and raised in the Hudson Valley, Marisa graduated from Marlboro High School and earned her Associate of Applied Science degree in Advertising & Graphic Design from Orange County Community College, where she was a Dean’s List student. She later graduated at the top of her class from the Esthetics program at Capri Cosmetology & Esthetic Schools in 2012 and obtained her New York State Esthetics License shortly thereafter.
Marisa further advanced her training at the Aesthetics Science Institute in Latham, New York, where she graduated with Laser and IPL Certification with a GPA of 99. She holds advanced certifications from leading aesthetic technology and skincare companies including Cynosure, InMode, Alma, AlumierMD, PCA Skin, Coolsculpting, SkinCeuticals and more.
She is extensively trained in advanced aesthetic procedures including Laser treatments & Laser Safety, IPL, RF microneedling, radio frequency, dermaplaning, advanced chemical peels, and body contouring technologies. Marisa is also certified in ablative and non ablative laser, laser hair removal, Alma Hybrid resurfacing laser, Morpheus8 RF Microneedling for both face and body, Thermage® skin tightening, and CoolSculpting® including CoolSculpting Elite, and has completed CoolSculpting University.
Marisa was selected as one of a small group of professionals to become a Founding Member of the SkinCeuticals Master Aesthetician Program, recognizing her dedication to clinical excellence and advanced skincare education. Earlier in her career, she worked as a Retail Manager and Makeup Artist for MAC Cosmetics and currently as a Professional Bridal Makeup Artist. Marisa was published in Elle.com for her expert advice.
Marisa’s greatest passion is building lasting relationships with her clients while helping them achieve healthy, beautiful skin through personalized treatment plans and advanced skincare solutions.
Professional Publication: Elle.com
Mary Dyer, MD FASAM
Medical Director
Dr. Mary Dyer brings more than 25 years of experience in medicine to her work. She began her professional journey in engineering, earning a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering Physics from Stevens Institute of Technology in Hoboken, New Jersey, and working at IBM in Hopewell Junction. It was during this time that she discovered her true passion for medicine.
Dr. Dyer went on to attend medical school in Valhalla, New York, where she graduated with honors, and completed her residency in Family Medicine in Kingston, New York. Over the past 25 years as a family practitioner, she has had the privilege of caring for generations of families throughout the Hudson Valley.
She later expanded her expertise into aesthetic and cosmetic medicine, opening a successful practice in New Paltz, NY. Her career has continued to evolve, including meaningful work in addiction medicine. With a diverse background and a deep commitment to patient care, Dr. Dyer is excited to combine her passions as part of the team at
Dr. Michael Bassiri-Tehrani
Visiting Facial Plastic Surgeon
“My mission is to provide honest, natural results to patients. Whether for cosmetic or reconstructive purposes, I believe people deserve to feel confident and comfortable with their appearance.”
Double board certified, Facial Plastic & Reconstructive Surgeon, Dr. Michael Bassiri-Tehrani sees patients in the Hudson Valley exclusively at Aura Advanced Aesthetics.
Dr. Bassiri provides expert facial fillers, neuromodulators such as Botox or Dysport and consultations for facial cosmetic surgery.
Practice areas of ENT/Head and Neck Surgery as well as Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery. I focus my treatments exclusively on the face, head, and neck. I’m passionate about what I do in these areas and have experience in some of the most sought after training programs in both NYC and Beverly Hills.