About Us

Derm Essentials Medical Spa was formed in March 2002. Owner and operator is Sharon Schwindt, RN. Our team is committed to excellence and quality, ensuring client satisfaction and trust. Our Medi-spa is located in the seaside town of Comox, in the beautiful Comox Valley on central Vancouver Island. Get Directions

Dr. Susan Booth   |  Medical Director

Dr. Susan Booth graduated from the University of Manchester, UK in 1981. She worked in a general practice until 2009 when she moved to Canada. She obtained her Canadian MD and has been working in General Practice and addiction medicine in Alert Bay and Campbell River.In 2016,  Dr. Susan Booth was certified in Botox Cosmetic, and Juvederm Injections and joined our Medical Director team at Dermessentials.

Sharon Schwindt   |  Advanced Injector RN, Owner / Operator

Sharon is a Registered Nurse licensed under the CRNBC with 40+ years of combined hospital and cosmetic medical services. She is a Certified Aesthetic Nurse Specialist (CANS) and is an advanced injector of Allergan products Botox and Juvederm since 2002.

Jennifer BSN  |  Advanced Injector Clinical Trainer

Graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing in 2000 from Trinity Western University. After working in the Emergency Department for four years, Jennifer decided to focus on Obstetrics, and then moved into the Medical Aesthetic field in 2008. She is a Certified Aesthetic Nurse Specialist (CANS) and is an advanced injector of Allergan products Botox and Juvederm.

Sheri  |  Advanced Nurse Injector | Advanced Laser Technician 

Sheri is a compassionate and dedicated AdvancedNurse Injector and advanced Laser Technician who started her injecting career alongside a world renowned Dermatologist and has made a career out of helping others. With a strong desire to make a difference in the lives of her patients, Sheri has spent many years honing her skills and knowledge within her fields. She is deeply committed to her work and is always striving to provide the best possible care to her patients.

In addition to her professional life, Sheri spends much of her time with her husband and children in Qualicum Beach, where they also own a successful Law Firm.

Despite any challenges faced, Sheri remains steadfast in her commitment to making a positive difference in the world. Her passion for helping others, combined with her dedication and expertise as an Advanced Nurse Injector and Laser Technician, make her an exceptional role model and an invaluable asset to those she serves.

Dr. David Milanovich ND

Dr Milanovich joined Dermessentials Inc. in 2018 performing PRP (Platelet Rich Plasma ) injections for facial and hair restorative treatments. He graduated from the Canadian College of Naturopathic Medicine in 2003. There he co-founded the men’s health awareness week, and was a member of the sports medicine group. Prior to that he studied kinesiology at the University of Calgary, and received his bachelors of science degree from the University of Victoria. He also sat on the athletic advisory committee while developing a passion for competitive rowing and coaching, and continued to do so for several years for clubs across Canada.
Dr Milanovich now resides in his home town, the beautiful Comox Valley on Vancouver Island, along with his wife and 2 children. After running a Bikram yoga studio with his wife for almost 10 years, and teaching yoga, he continues to blend his passion for active living and regenerative medicine, particularly in the field of pain management and soft tissue injuries. Dr Milanovich uses various modern regenerative medical techniques such as Regenerative Injection Therapy ( Prolotherapy), PRP , and electro-acupuncture, to assist people back to a healthy, active, and Pain Free life.