Dr. Elizabeth J. Nikolic, NMD

About Dr. Nikolic

Dr. Elizabeth J. Nikolic is a licensed naturopathic physician in Arizona who specializes in aesthetic and cosmetic medicine, non-surgical facial rejuvenation, and laser-based treatments. She is a cosmetic physician at Skin Savvy Aesthetics in Scottsdale, Arizona, and serves as teaching faculty with IAPAM.

Dr. Nikolic earned a Bachelor of Science in Health Psychology and Human Biology from Bastyr University in Seattle, Washington, in 2005. She received her Doctorate in Naturopathic Medicine from the Southwest College of Naturopathic Medicine in 2010 and is licensed to practice as a naturopathic physician in Arizona.

Aesthetic Medicine Expertise

Dr. Nikolic has completed advanced and master-level aesthetic injector training through Galderma, Allergan, and Merz Aesthetics, along with additional training with experienced cosmetic and plastic-surgery practitioners. Her clinical focus includes non-surgical facial rejuvenation using neuromodulators, dermal fillers, and energy-based devices, with an emphasis on patient education and natural-looking outcomes.

Her areas of aesthetic training and clinical experience include:

Faculty and Teaching Experience

As an IAPAM faculty trainer, Dr. Nikolic teaches healthcare professionals about non-surgical cosmetic medicine, injectable techniques, facial assessment, and patient-centered aesthetic treatment planning. Her professional background combines naturopathic medical training, clinical cosmetic practice, advanced injector education, and teaching experience.

Dr. Nikolic has also mentored naturopathic students and physicians and has worked with cosmetic surgery and advanced aesthetic training centers in Arizona. She brings this practical experience to IAPAM’s provider education programs, helping healthcare professionals develop a thoughtful, evidence-informed approach to aesthetic medicine.