Cosmetic Surgery Center in Little Rock, Arkansas
Our staff are knowledgeable, friendly, and here to help you every step of the way. From your first phone call to our office, to your final post-operative visit, we take every measure to ensure your experience is safe, comfortable, and enjoyable.
Leslie Harmon Branman, BSN, RN, ISPAN-F
Clinical & Surgical Services Director, Certified Plastic Surgery Nurse
Originally from Little Rock, Leslie is a graduate of Little Rock Central High School and Texas Christian University, where, in 2002, she earned her Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing. She is a Certified Plastic Surgery Nurse, a Certified Aesthetic Nurse Specialist, and currently the only double boarded nurse in the state of Arkansas by the Plastic Surgery Nurse Certification Board. Leslie serves as Vice President of the Arkansas State Board of Nursing, and was designated a Fellow of the International Society of Plastic and Aesthetic Nurses in 2023.
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Melinda Stephenson
Patient/Surgical Coordinator
With greater than 15 years of experience at the Cosmetic Surgery Center, Melinda is our longest standing employee. With all her excellent experience and genuine warmth she was the only choice to take on the essential position of patient/surgery coordinator. Melinda will be your guide from the initial evaluation through the recovery process. She will help you with coordinating your surgical appointments and is an expert at finding the best way to finance your surgical procedure. Her comfortable demeanor makes her an instant favorite with all of our patients. When she is not helping our patients Melinda is busy adoring her grandchildren.
Crystal Francis
Licensed Aesthetician
Crystal has been an Aesthetician for 17 years in the Little Rock area, and 7 years at Cosmetic Surgery Center’s Little Rock med spa. She graduated at the top of her class from Douglas J Aveda Institute in East Lansing, MI. In addition to performing facials and waxing, Crystal offers SkinPen microneedling, laser treatments, and the all-new Sofwave skin tightening. She loves helping patients achieve their goals of having beautiful and healthy skin. A native of Benton, Crystal stays very active and is an associate member of the Junior Auxiliary of Saline County. She enjoys spending time with her husband and their 6 beautiful children. Outside of work, keeping up with her kids’ extracurricular activities is all that she has time for!
Crystal Marcussen, APRN, WHNP-BC, MNSc, BSN
Nurse Practitioner
Crystal is a board certified Women’s Health Nurse Practitioner currently practicing in women’s health for over 12 years. Her career focuses on general obstetrics and gynecology, menopause management, and care of women throughout their lifespan. She began her educational path with a Bachelor of Science in Biology at the University of Arkansas, graduating in 2005. She then began her nursing career as a labor and delivery nurse in 2007 after graduating with her Bachelor of Science in Nursing Degree from the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences. After developing her nursing skills, she pursued a Master’s in Nursing Science specializing in women’s health graduating in 2011 from the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences. Crystal is passionate about advocating for women in her career and in her community. She is excited to help manage your perimenopause/menopause journey as well as health and wellness goals.
Hannah Wright, FNP-BC
Certified Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP-BC)
Hannah Wright is a Little Rock native and a Certified Family Nurse Practitioner. She earned her associate’s degree in 2016 and began working as a registered nurse at Baptist Hospital while continuing her education. She graduated with a Bachelor of Nursing from the University of Arkansas Little Rock in 2017, then completed her master’s degree in 2023 from Spring Arbor University, Michigan. Hannah has been a healthcare professional for more than 8 years with experience in OBGYN, hematology/oncology, and plastics. She moved to Atlanta in 2019 to work at Emory University Hospital where she became chemo certified. While at Emory Hospital, Hannah was selected as a Georgia, “March of Dimes Emerging Star Nurse” and was a top 5 finalist out of over 100 state nominees. She has lived in several states and served as a travel nurse in various capacities for over four years. During this time, she was nominated by her patients and received multiple Daisy Nurse awards based on her compassion, excellent service, and ability to treat patients like family. Her years of experience in plastics though fueled her passion to pursue a career in the art of aesthetics. She has now settled in Little Rock with her family and has dedicated herself to helping you achieve your most beautiful self at Exhale Med Spa.
Shannon Aston
Patient Liaison
Shannon joined Dr. Branman’s team as a Patient Liason in 2017. She is a native Arkansan and a graduate of Mount Saint Mary Academy. Shannon received her Bachelor of Arts degree in Broadcast News from Southern Methodist University. Shannon came to us with 6 years of experience working in cosmetic patient care coordination and surgical scheduling. Shannon has extensive experience in retail sales and special events coordination. She is committed to providing quality care and attention to each patient, and enjoys working our special events. Her experience and attention to detail helps the front desk runs smoothly. Shannon is a Sustainer in the Junior League of Little Rock and loves spending time volunteering for a variety of local non profits including the Heart Ball and ACCESS Schools.
Betsy Culp
Patient Liaison
Betsy joined our team in 2018. She enjoys assisting all of Dr. Branman’s patients throughout their surgery process. From the moment you call to schedule your consultation to your final follow-up visit, Betsy will be there to answer your questions and support you. She also helps to make sure our front office is running smoothly throughout the day.
Helping people is in Betsy’s nature—she comes to us after 10 years of co-directing the Waner Children’s Vascular Anomaly Foundation with her best friend. A native to central Arkansas, Betsy is happy to call Little Rock home with her husband and two children. For fun, she enjoys traveling, reading, volunteering, and beekeeping!!
Morgan Bryant, RN
Surgical Services and Clinical Nurse
After receiving her Bachelor of Arts in Communications Studies from Louisiana Tech University, Morgan moved to Shreveport where she graduated from Northwestern State University as a Registered Nurse in 2019. After 3 years of working in Louisiana, she relocated to Little Rock for a position in the Neonatal Intensive Care unit at Arkansas Children’s Hospital. Morgan’s love of surgery and heart for the people she serves is what makes her a perfect fit for the surgery team at the Cosmetic Surgery Center. At CSC, Morgan works as Dr. Branman’s nurse and his circulator in the operating room. Morgan is in the unique position of getting to work with patients before, during and after surgery. When she’s not working with patients in the clinic, she enjoys spending time with her husband Haydn and friends.
Caroline Foshee, CRNA
Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist
After graduating from nursing school in 2016, Caroline completed the Doctor of Nursing Practice in Nurse Anesthesia program from Arkansas State University in 2021. She served in the Arkansas Army National Guard for six years and has served as a nurse anesthetist in both clinical and surgical settings in Arkansas. Caroline is originally from Sherwood and has made her home in Little Rock with her spouse and two children. She enjoys spending time with her family, going to the beach, shopping and spending the racing season in Hot Springs at Oaklawn. Caroline is excited to be part of the Cosmetic Surgery Center surgical team and takes pride in providing our patients top notch care.
Erin Kennedy, CST
Certified Surgical Technologist
Erin joined the Cosmetic Surgery Center as Dr. Branman’s Certified Surgical Technologist in 2024. A native Arkansan, Erin graduated from Nettleton High School in Jonesboro followed by receiving her surgical technologist degree from Concorde Career College in Memphis, TN in 2019. Following her graduation, Erin worked as a scrub technician in hospital settings including Arkansas Children’s Hospital. Her love of working in the operating room continues to grow and she loves working in the OR at the Cosmetic Surgery Center. When she is not working in the OR, Erin loves to spend time outdoors. She has a little boy Cooper who shares his mom’s love of the outdoors and her fur baby Bruno.
Ashlee Payne, RN
Surgical Services RN
Ashlee recently joined the Cosmetic Surgery Center as the Surgical services RN. Ashlee grew up in Sherwood and graduated from Sylvan Hills High School in 2010. She decided to follow her dreams of becoming a nurse and enrolled in the Baptist Health School of Nursing. In 2017, Ashlee received her Associate of Applied Science degree followed by her associate in nursing degree. Her professionalism and kind spirit towards our patients makes Ashlee a great addition to the surgical team. Ashlee and her husband live in Scott with their two daughters, a dog named Ralph and cat Binx. In her spare time, she loves spending time outdoors at the lake or pool, hunting or on her ATV. She loves to share her love of cooking and baking with her daughters and sharing her creations with family and friends.
