Plastic Surgical Center Staff

Lorri, RN, Head Nurse

Lorri received her Bachelor of Science in Nursing from The University of North Carolina at Charlotte. She was trained in Operating Room Nursing at Duke University Medical Center in Durham, NC. For the last 15 years, Lorri has specialized in Plastic Surgery working exclusively for Dr. Morea since 2000. Lorri is passionate about delivering quality care to each of her patients. She is involved directly with patients at their initial pre-operative visit, on the day of surgery and when they return for their follow up visits. Her years of experience in Plastic Surgery make her an integral and valuable member of our team. Our patients appreciate her warm, caring approach. Lorri is a wealth of information and is always happy to answer your questions. The most rewarding part of her job is seeing our patients achieve their desired aesthetic goals.

Melissa, CST (Surgical Technologist)

Melissa received her Certificate in Surgical Technology from Blessing Hospital School of Surgical Technology. She has served over 25 years in the industry assisting and scrubbing directly with multiple types of surgeries. She has been a member of Cardiothoracic Surgical Services at Duke University Medical Center for over 20 years where she enjoyed the challenge of caring for critically ill patients during cutting edge adult and pediatric cardiothoracic procedures. Melissa brings her talent and experience to our practice working side by side with Dr. Morea during surgery in our AAAASF accredited Operating Room. She is a valuable asset to our team and her professional demeanor is appreciated by our patients on the day of surgery.

Kate, RN

Kate is our super enthusiastic staff nurse. A graduate of Cape Fear CC School of Nursing. She has worked in various nursing positions over the past 11 years including 8 years as a staff nurse in the emergency department at Rex Healthcare. She is involved directly with patients on the day of surgery with the pre-operative preparation as well as recovery. She is very dedicated to give the patient the best experience possible. Kate has been with Dr. Morea since March of 2015 and is more than willing to help each patient with guidance and personal attention to help them achieve their personal goals.

Deb, Office Manager

Deb began working with Dr. Morea and his staff in July of 2013.  While she has many responsibilities in the office, your first contact with Deb may be the day you schedule your initial consultation. After your plastic surgery consultation with Dr. Morea, you will meet with Deb and receive a quote for the services you wish to schedule. Deb is very knowledegable regarding financing and can guide you through the process if needed. She is a tremendous asset to our practice. She is qualified to answer your questions from your initial phone call to scheduling of your post-operative visits. She has over 25 years of experience in Office Administration and Information Technology.

Perry, Patient Coordinator

Perry joined our practice in September of 2015. She is the first person you will see when you arrive at our office. Perry is responsible for the majority of phone calls and patient scheduling.   Her gentle personality makes her the perfect person for the job. She has a way of putting our patients at ease from the moment they enter our office.  She is also qualified to answer various questions and goes above and beyond to help patients, no matter what their needs are.