Mrs. Wendi Harper-Lonabaugh, DNP, APRN, FNP-C

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Get to know Advanced Practice Family Nurse Practitioner, Dr. Wendi Harper-Lonabaugh, who serves patients in Arden, North Carolina.

Wendi is an advanced practice registered nurse, a certified family nurse practitioner, and a doctor of nursing practice. She is a highly skilled cosmetic injector and physician trainer. She specializes in anti-aging, regenerative, and aesthetic medicine for adult patients.

At present, she is the Co-Owner & Director of Aesthetic Training at SkinOvation Advanced Aesthetics, the premier med spa practice in Asheville, North Carolina. She and her partner, Tina Franklin, RN provide personalized treatments and provide coaching on how to maintain and maximize health and beauty at any age. 

Academically, Wendi graduated with her Bachelor of Science degree from Drexel University in 1991, her Associate of Science degree in Respiratory Therapy from Greenville Technical College in 1996, and her Associate of Science degree in Nursing from AB Tech Community College in 2007.

Furthering her education, she earned her Master of Science in Nursing degree in Nursing Education from Gardner Webb University in 2010, her Master of Science in Nursing degree from Indiana State University in 2012, and her Doctor of Nursing Practice degree from Western Carolina University in 2022. Her doctoral project focused on the importance of patient education in medical aesthetics. Her research in this area supported her hypothesis that taking the time to educate patients creates a more satisfied patient and increases patient retention. Wendi has patients that have been with her for over 11 years. 

Dr. Harper-Lonabaugh was recently published in a peer reviewed, evidence-based journal: Plastic and Aesthetic Nursing. This is the official journal of the International Society of Plastic and Aesthetic Nurses (ISPAN). An active member of the American Association of Nurse Practitioners, Wendi is a member of A4M and is currently working on becoming a Diplomate of the American Board of Anti-Aging / Regenerative Medicine. She is also a member of the International Society of Plastic and Aesthetic Nurses. 

An experienced independent trainer since 2013, Wendi has trained for Suneva Medical, Merz, and Galderma and independently for Allergan. In 2014, she worked full-time as a trainer for Suneva, where she traveled across the United States to assist practices in training their injectors and staff. She also helped them grow their businesses by utilizing a formula that focuses on delivering patient-centric outcomes. She is currently launching an online aesthetic training program which will allow nurses and other healthcare providers to learn aesthetic injectables. This also provides a real life injection fellowship for those who desire to expand their skill set. 

Wendi’s background in architectural design and her love of science have enabled her to develop cutting-edge injection practices. She worked for 11 years in critical care and ICU and developed the skills which laid the foundation for her procedural mastery as an aesthetic  nurse practitioner. She takes pride in helping patients create a comprehensive treatment plan that meets their aesthetic goals.  She has trained top facial plastic surgeons and dermatologists across the United States. Her qualifications and extensive experience make her a highly sought-after cosmetic injector and trainer who is renowned for providing innovative approaches for minimally invasive full face and body rejuvenation.

An Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) is a nurse who has obtained at least a master’s degree in nursing. A Certified Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP-C) is an advanced practice registered nurse who holds certification and works autonomously or in collaboration with other healthcare professionals, to deliver high quality focused care to patients of all ages. Wendi also has a doctoral degree in nursing practice specializing in minimally invasive aesthetic medicine. 

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