About Us
Our Approach
At Aetheria Aesthetics & Wellness, we believe in the power of personalized care to transform how you look and feel. Nestled in the heart of Ross Township, Pittsburgh, we are more than a med spa—we are your partner in achieving unparalleled confidence and well-being.
Our boutique approach combines advanced aesthetic treatments with a deep understanding of your unique goals and aspirations. Whether you’re here to smooth away fine lines, restore volume, rejuvenate your skin, or embark on a weight loss journey, we craft every experience to reflect your individual needs. At Aetheria, we invite you to embrace your most vibrant, authentic self in a welcoming space where luxury meets results.
Meet Our Founders
Melissa and Brian Kolowitz founded Aetheria Aesthetics & Wellness with a commitment to transforming healthcare through a personal and patient-centered approach. With nearly 50 years of combined experience in healthcare, they bring a unique blend of expertise and innovation to every service.
Melissa Kolowitz, PA-C
Melissa, a Physician Assistant with 20+ years in women’s health, general surgery, and pediatrics, pairs her clinical expertise with a passion for aesthetics. Her background includes advanced degrees, aesthetics certifications, and a history of lecturing on cutting-edge surgical techniques.
Brian J Kolowitz, D.Sc., M.Sc., MBA
Brian’s 20+ years in healthcare technology and leadership focus on leveraging innovation to enhance patient experiences. With master’s and doctoral degrees, he ensures every technology and treatment aligns with Aetheria’s goal of empowering confidence and well-being.
Together, Melissa and Brian are redefining wellness in Pittsburgh, offering treatments and care tailored to help you look and feel your absolute best.
Meet Our Provider
Meet Melissa Kolowitz, PA-C
Melissa Kolowitz brings more than 20 years of clinical practice to aesthetic medicine, with a background spanning general surgery, women’s health, pediatrics, and trauma care. That depth of training is the foundation of how Aetheria approaches every consultation: with anatomical precision, conservative judgment, and a commitment to safety that comes from years of high-acuity clinical work.
Aetheria Aesthetics & Wellness treats every patient encounter around one simple idea. Patients deserve a provider whose first instinct is clinical, not cosmetic. Her surgical background informs how she assesses facial anatomy, how she sequences treatment plans, and how she counsels each person who comes through the door.
Clinical Philosophy
Conservative dosing first. Assess at the two-week follow-up. Refine from there.
The goal is the version of you that looks rested and authentically you, not a face that has been overcorrected or stripped of expression. Melissa is known for her precision, her artistic eye, and a measured approach that prioritizes long-term results over quick fixes.
Credentials & Certifications
Board-Certified Physician Assistant (PA-C, NCCPA) Active Pennsylvania state licensure
Advanced training in:
- Neurotoxin injection technique (Botox, Xeomin)
- Dermal filler technique and facial anatomy
- Complication avoidance and management
- Medical weight management protocols, including GLP-1 and peptide therapy
Clinical Background
More than two decades of practice across:
- General surgery
- Women’s health
- Pediatrics
- Trauma care
This range of experience is what shapes Aetheria’s conservative, anatomically-precise approach. Patients are seen as whole people, not isolated concerns, and every treatment plan is built on a clinical foundation that took years of hospital-based practice to develop.
A Note from Melissa
“My patients are looking for someone who understands the medicine first and the aesthetics second. Everything we do at Aetheria is built on that order of priority. I want people to leave feeling more like themselves, with a provider they trust for the long term.”