About Us

Joleen Lake, APRN has been a certified family nurse practitioner in Omaha, Nebraska since 2008. She began her nursing career in 1992 as a graduate of College of St. Mary. She completed her Bachelor of Science in nursing (cum laude) in 1994 from the College of St. Mary as well. Joleen has worked in a variety of nursing fields to include oncology, women’s health, medical aesthetics, and a college instructor. While teaching at Clarkson College she also earned her Master of Science in nursing degree in 2008. Joleen has a strong interest in bio-identical hormone replacement and has placed an emphasis on wellness and preventive medicine in her practice. She is a member of Sigma Theta Tau, Nebraska Nurse Practitioners, and the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners.

Mary Firestien is the friendly receptionist who will greet you at Optima. Mary is from Omaha but has lived in several other states and moved back to Omaha with her husband to be closer to her family. Mary has been a receptionist / administrative assistant for close to 20 years. Her goal is to help you feel welcome and comfortable at our office. Mary’s knowledge and experience in bio-identical hormone replacement and medical aesthetics make her a valuable member of the Optima team.

Stephanie Caroselli has been a licensed medical aesthetician since 2011. She graduated from Capitol School of Hairstyling and Esthetics. Stephanie’s passion is in making others feel good, and guiding people in the right direction for their skincare and treatment. Her clinical experience and patient focused bedside manners give an elevated level to her treatment therapies. She is highly skilled in many of Optima’s aesthetic treatments, but she truly shines in the specialized areas of customized anti-aging skincare products & treatments.