A REGISTERED PRACTICAL nurse with a foundation in acute medicine and surgical care, Alison Moncrieff combined her passions for beauty, business and nursing and launched Modern Aesthetics Canada in 2020. In the time since, she has piloted the business from a small, rented space on Wellington Street to her own 3,000-square-foot medical spa in the heart of Wortley Village. Trained and certified through the internationally recognized APT Academy in Oakville, she continues to advance her skills through specialized aesthetic education. Her commitment to innovation and client care has positioned her as a trusted provider in the evolving medical aesthetics field.
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What is your biggest career achievement so far, or the thing that you’re most proud of?
Building my own medical aesthetics clinic from the ground up while maintaining the highest standards of patient safety and care. Creating a space where clients feel confident, heard and genuinely cared for has been the most rewarding achievement of my career.
“I’d tell my younger self to trust your vision sooner, take the leap even when it feels uncomfortable and remember that confidence grows through action — not perfection”
What advice would you give your younger self?
I’d tell my younger self to trust your vision sooner, take the leap even when it feels uncomfortable and remember that confidence grows through action — not perfection.
When you’re not working, what are you most passionate about?
Health and fitness, Pilates and spending time with family, friends and loved ones. And my two teacup Pomeranians Gigi and Taz!
What’s one lesson or experience from the past year you’re hoping to carry forward with you?
To always check in with the people who are involved in your circle, whether it is staff, family or friends. Communication is so important.
What is your biggest career ambition?
To continue expanding my clinic while helping elevate the standard of medical aesthetics in my community. I also hope to mentor other nurses entering the field and contribute to ongoing education in aesthetic medicine.
On a desert island, what’s the one gratuitous item you’d have to have?
SPF!
What kinds of music do you enjoy?
Big fan of house music and old school hip hop!
What’s left for you to do, professionally or personally?
Professionally: I want to continue growing my clinic and contributing to education in aesthetic medicine. Personally: I want to keep creating balance — building a career I love while staying present for family and life outside of work.
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