Dr. Harbison received his undergraduate degree in Biology at Tulane University in New Orleans.  Because of his passion for wellness and disease prevention, he went on to obtain a Masters in Public Health degree in Nutrition from the Tulane School of Public Health and Tropical Medicine.  While at Tulane, Dr. Harbison's mentor was Dr. Louis Ignarro who won the Nobel Prize in Medicine and Physiology in 1998.  He earned his Doctor of Medicine degree from the James A. Quillen College of Medicine in Johnson City, Tennessee.   Dr. Harbison's specialized emphasis in nutrition and disease prevention, along with his research activities in nutrition and cardiovascular disease have provided an excellent foundation for  the addition of yet another medical specialty - Bariatrics (the science of weight management).  Dr. Harbison has traveled extensively and spent two years living in Italy, (with a special fondness for Tuscany),  where he learned the European secrets of beauty and wellness.

In 2001, Dr. Harbison opened the Colorado Medical Weight Loss Center to provide a safe and reliable resource for individuals to pursue and achieve their health and wellness goals.  Based on the success of his comprehensive approach to wellness, and the demand from his patients, Dr. Harbison expanded the center to offer  a more extensive range of aesthetic and wellness services, and changed the name to Flourish Medical Aesthetics and Wellness to reflect his vision of providing aesthetic and wellness solutions to health-oriented individuals who are seeking a lifestyle change in order to better their overall health, appearance and well-being.

"Wellness is defined by more than just the absence of illness.  It encompasses an overall attitude and approach to healthy living that is reflected in all aspects of your  being:  body, beauty, and balance." ___ Dr. Richard Harbison
 

Heather received her license in aesthetics from François De Skincare Academy from Salt Lake City Utah. She has extensive training in medical chemical peel and microdermabrasion. As a Master Aesthetician she specializes in acne and anti-aging treatments and procedures. She has comprehensive knowledge about medical grade products and ingredients to better treat patients’ skin concerns and/or conditions. She has expanded her knowledge in health and nutrition and is studying for her bachelor’s degree in health science. She also is a certified yoga instructor and continues to seek knowledge in health, beauty and wellness. She seeks out all the latest health and nutrition information and stays up in the latest in the skin care industry. She has a passion for living healthy and helping others achieve inner happiness and outer beauty. Heather prides herself on educating her patients in preventative care.

 Antima recently graduated as an M.A. and she has already created a great rapport with patients at Flourish Medical Aesthetics and Wellness.  As receptionist at Flourish, Antima enjoys the one-on-one with our  patients and is able to address their concerns regarding treatments and is very knowledgeable about medical aesthetics.   She is outgoing and a great team member.  She is married and the loving mother of a 3 year old boy.  Antima plans to pursue a successful career in the field of aesthetic medicine.

Ashley has an Associates Degree in Medical Office Technology and graduated from Pikes Peak Community College in 2006. She is a natural leader and enjoys working with patients and assisting with there medical concerns. She has always wanted to be in the medical field and is always seeking new challenges, She also plans to continue her education in the future.. At Flourish she assists Doctor Harbison with procedures including Smart-Lipo Laser Body Sculpting. She is a mother of 3 boys, soon to be four. She spends her spare time with her family and enjoys relaxing and curling up with a good book.