Meet Our Team
Dr. John Souza
Owner and Medical Director of Balanced Aesthetics, Weight Loss, & Wellness
Dr. John Souza received his M.D. from the University of Texas Health Science Center in San Antonio in 1993 and completed his residency in General Surgery at Mercer University in Macon, Georgia, in 1998.
In addition to maintaining a private general surgery practice and serving for many years as a consultant surgeon at the Dublin VAMC, Dr. Souza also established several healthcare businesses in urgent care, hospice, and sleep medicine.
Dr. Souza has a special interest in simple plastic procedures, including scar revision, PDO thread mini facelifts, and laser therapy for spider veins, skin rejuvenation, and hair removal. Dr. Souza started injecting botulinum and filler in 2002 but really began to focus on facial aesthetics in 2024. Dr. Souza is well versed in facial ultrasound and believes that the use of ultrasound when injecting fillers will someday in the foreseeable future, become the standard of care. He also has extensive experience in bariatric and metabolic medicine, having performed numerous weight-loss surgeries before retiring from surgical practice.
He believes GLP-1 inhibitors represent the future of weight-loss management, as they can often eliminate the need for surgery for many obese individuals.
Dr. Souza and his wife, Silvanea, reside in Dublin, Georgia. They have five grown daughters and one grown son. They enjoy hunting, fishing, RVing, and international travel.
With Balanced Aesthetics, Weight Loss, & Wellness, Dr. Souza remains dedicated to helping patients look and feel their best—inside and out—through personalized, science-based care that promotes confidence, balance, and long-term wellness.
Silvanea Souza
Owner / medical assistant
Silvanea Souza was born and raised in Brazil and has lived in the United States since 2014. With a background in healthcare, fitness, and wellness, she is passionate about helping others achieve healthier, more confident lives.
She earned her Nursing certificate in Brazil and worked as a nurse for over 10 years before earning a Bachelor’s degree in Physical Education in 2007 at the Universidade Paulista, Brasilia. She has extensive experience in fitness, education, and promoting healthy lifestyles. She is a certified Yoga Instructor, who brings a holistic approach to wellness and self-care.
At Balanced Medspa, Silvanea is dedicated to creating a welcoming experience for every patient while educating and inspiring others to prioritize their health and skincare. She believes that confidence begins with self-care and that feeling good on the inside is reflected on the outside.
Outside of work, she enjoys staying active, gardening, cooking, photography, traveling, and spending time in nature. She is currently writing a book about her personal journey through perimenopause, with the goal of educating and encouraging women through every stage of life.
Silvanea’s mission is simple: to help every patient feel confident, cared for, and empowered to become the healthiest version of themselves.
Kiley Dix
MSN, APRN, FNP-C
Avery Souza
Registered Nurse
Avery received her BSN from Georgia Southern. university in 2023 and has been working as a RN since graduation. She began her career in emergency medicine, working in ED at Memorial Hospital in Savannah however, she has always had a passion for beauty and wellness. Avery is well versed in facial aesthetics including botulinum toxin, filler, microneedling, and ablative/non ablative laser therapies for facial rejuvenation.
She is committed to creating natural, confidence-boosting results through patient specific treatment plans. Her goals are to empower patients at Balanced Aesthetics by helping them love and cherish themselves from the inside-out.
Hannah Sumner
Licensed Esthetician
Hannah has over five years of experience in the aesthetics industry. She specializes in advanced corrective skincare and results-driven treatments designed to improve overall skin health and confidence.
Hannah’s expertise includes laser treatments, microneedling, chemical peels, customized facials, and expert brow services. She is passionate about creating personalized treatment plans tailored to each client’s unique skin concerns and goals.
Known for her detail-oriented approach and dedication to achieving real results, Hannah strives to help every client feel confident, refreshed, and empowered in their skin
Lynn Haymons
Front Office & Clinical Manager
Lynn brings over five years of healthcare experience to the Balanced Aesthetics team, with a background in primary care and medical aesthetics. She has worked in several roles including receptionist, medical records clerk, and medical assistant, giving her a well-rounded understanding of patient care.
As a Medical Assistant and Patient Coordinator, Lynn assists with patient care, supports providers during treatments, and helps ensure each client’s experience at Balanced Aesthetics is smooth and enjoyable from start to finish.
Austin White
Front Office & Medical Assistant
Austin received his bachelors degree in biological sciences at UGA in 2022. He was a member of the Georgia Bulldogs Marching band during his tenure at UGA. He has extensive experience in the hospitality industry. He is quite thrilled at the opportunity to embark on a new journey in the Medspa industry. He prides himself in making sure every client has superb customer service experience.
