Kathy Hodge Kramer

Kathy Hodge Kramer, RN, CANS, CAI, is a Registered Nurse, Certified Aesthetic Nurse Specialist, and the CEO and Co-Founder of Pacific Northwest Aesthetics Academy (PNAA) in Portland, Oregon, at 7820 NE Holman Street. After 27 years of nursing in critical care, trauma, and emergency medicine, her interest turned toward aesthetics. In 2010, she switched careers and devoted her time to learning cosmetic injection and laser skills. She earned her Registered Nursing degree from the University of Arkansas at Monticello and her certification in injectables and laser from the National Laser Institute. In 2014, she earned her Certified Aesthetic Nurse Specialist Certification through the Plastic Surgical Nursing Certification Board. Following her certification, she spent seven years working at two premier facial plastic surgery clinics in the Portland area, including Portland Face Doctor and The Workman Center for Plastic Surgery, where she developed a broad base of loyal clients. In 2016, she co-founded Pacific Northwest Aesthetics Academy, where she develops curriculum and leads courses for aspiring injectors. She is a National Trainer for PDO Threads (NovaThreads) for the face and body and a Regional Trainer for CosmoFrance (Dermasculpt MicroCannulas). She continues to treat patients at PNAA on a limited basis. PNAA is one of the nation's premier injector training programs, offering foundational and advanced training, a 12-week aesthetic injectable residency, and ongoing support for graduates. The academy has 13 Yelp reviews and 11 photos. Students describe her teaching style as highly educated but relaxed and hands-on. The training team includes clinical medical directors, master injectors, and certified aesthetic instructors from top practices across the Pacific Northwest. She is an RYT 200 certified yoga teacher through Yoga Alliance. She enjoys traveling with her husband Dave. Services include neuromodulators (Botox, Dysport), dermal fillers, PDO threads, cosmetic injection training, laser treatments, and advanced aesthetic education.