Staff

Medical Assistants

The medical assistants at Vanguard Skin Specialists focus on helping patients feel comfortable, at ease, and well taken care of.

Amra
Speaks 3 languages
Amy
Rock climber
Christine
UC Boulder grad
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Erica
An artist
Jaymie
Florida native
Tiffany
Iraq veteran 

Patient Care Coordinators

From the moment you walk in the doors, you are in good hands with our Patient Care Coordinators. They are available to welcome you and answer your questions. You can email them at info@vanguardskin.com or call 719-355-1585.  They look for forward to caring for you!

Carolyn
Kansas State grad
Elizabeth
 Purdue grad & hiker
Sara
Concordia Univ grad
"One of Vanguard's operating principles is to 'go the extra mile' and our hope is that you feel well cared for."
 

Surgery Coordinator

From the initial diagnosis or referral until appointment day, Ricki will ensure you are seen quickly and are well taken care of.  Ricki graduated Colorado State University and is an avid sports fan. 


Ricki

“I love getting to know patients and making sure their experience here is pleasant and enjoyable."

You may reach Ricki at 719-355-1584 or rdugdale@vanguardskin.com.

Insurance Coordinators

Our insurance coordinators are here to help you understand your insurance plan and will be your advocate. We verify your benefits ahead of time and request any necessary pre-authorizations.  Contact them at billing@vanguardskin.com or call 719-465-5643.

Kristi
MBA student at UCCS
Tina
 Over a decade of billing experience
Tina
Certified coder


"Insurance can be confusing... we want to make things easy for you."

 

Business Director

Leisle Chung spent a decade in the business world, managing project teams at Bain & Company, a global strategy consulting firm. She takes principles from leading customer service companies and applies them to Vanguard Skin Specialists.

“My desire is to create an environment where the patient experience is amazing from beginning to end. That is only possible because we have an extraordinary team of providers and staff members who have genuine compassion for our patients.

Leisle graduated magna cum laude from Yale College with a B.A. American Studies, and she earned her MBA from Harvard Business School. 

If there is anything we can do to make your experience better, Leisle invites you to reach her directly at 355-1586 or email lchung@vanguardskin.com.