Meet Dr. Joshua Dobstaff ("Dr. Josh”)

Dr. Dobstaff grew up in Rochester, NY, before moving south to attend James Madison University in Virginia. After graduation, he moved further south to Atlanta, where he met his beautiful wife, Lisa, now of 15 years. Their journey took them to the island of Grenada, where Dr. Dobstaff attended medical school at St. George’s University, followed by his residency in Internal Medicine in Wilmington, NC. They have lived there ever since, enjoying the beaches of the eastern state and mountains of the western state, with their 3 boys, Henry, James, and Charles.
Dr. Dobstaff has embarked on numerous career endeavors across North Carolina, including working in several hospitals, involvement in various medical directorships, and business ownership. His dream is to use his clinical and business knowledge to bring a modern medical practice to the Wilmington area. He is excited to share this vision with you. When he is not focusing on his career passion, Dr. Dobstaff enjoys traveling with Lisa and the boys to the mountains, or “stay-cations” at the beach. He stays active through numerous exercise and fitness outlets, such as weight training, running, hiking, and any organized sport his boys are involved in.

Meet Dr. Mandana, MD (“Dr. Mandy”) 

Dr. Mandy grew up in Sweden and attended Wroclaw Medical University in Poland, where she met her husband, Mike. They later moved to the United States, where she completed her Internal Medicine residency at NHRMC-Novant in Wilmington, NC, in 2023.

At Progress Medical, Dr. Mandy provides a personalized approache to primary care, preventive medicine, metabolic health, weight management, hormone therapy, wellness, and aesthetics. She also helps women navigate perimenopause and menopause, including the hormonal changes and symptoms that can accompany this transition. Outside of medicine, Dr. Mandy enjoys spending time with her two boys and traveling with her family to Europe and exploring destinations throughout North Carolina.

Meet Shelly, Licensed Aesthetician

As a results-driven Licensed Esthetician with a passion for concierge aesthetics, I bring a unique blend of medical and spa experience to every client I serve. My philosophy is rooted in personalized care, advanced education, and a commitment to helping each client feel confident and comfortable in their skin.

My aesthetic expertise includes laser hair reduction, microneedling, Hydrafacial, nano-infusion, Dermapeel, dermaplaning, and medium-depth chemical peels. I have received formal training in leading professional skincare lines, including SkinCeuticals, NOON Aesthetics, Eminence Organic Skincare, and CosMedix. I continually pursue advanced education so I can provide thoughtfully selected treatments and skincare recommendations tailored to each client’s individual needs and goals.

I believe the finest client experience is found in the details—from the initial consultation to the treatment itself and the personalized care that continues long after you leave .

I am proud to be a member of the Association of Skincare Professionals and value being part of a community that supports continued education and excellence within our industry.

Outside of my professional life, I enjoy spending time with my family and friends and giving back to my community. I have a special place in my heart for animals and enjoy volunteering with various animal rescue organizations, as well as participating in community outreach.

For me, aesthetics is about more than beautiful skin. It is about creating a warm, personalized experience where clients feel genuinely cared for, understood, and confident in their skin.

Meet Allison 

Allison is a dedicated Registered Nurse with a passion for patient care. Post graduation, she worked in long-term acute care and went on to do cardiothoracic and neurosurgery step-down at Tufts Medical Center. After relocating to North Carolina from Massachusetts for warmer weather, Allison joined New Hanover Regional Medical Center, where she worked in cardiac surgery step-down and had the opportunity to collaborate with Dr. Dobstaff during his residency. Allison joined Dr. Dobstaff at Progress Medical to continue learning and growing as a healthcare professional.
In her free time, Allison enjoys spending quality time with her family. She spends time at the pool with her oldest who is a competitive swimmer and her little one that plays travel soccer. Allison and her family love the beach and the outdoors (minus the bugs)!

Meet Jenette 

Jenette joined the Progress Medical family in the fall of 2023. As a Patient Engagement Specialist, she is dedicated to providing efficient and compassionate support to both patients and our team. With a focus on organization and proactive communication, she strives to contribute to a positive patient experience. In addition to her work at Progress Medical, Jenette enjoys cultivating her own small business on Etsy, spending time at the beach, and various artistic activities.