Ashley Clerk, NP/PhD, is a nationally recognized expert in medical aesthetics, combining advanced clinical training with a strong foundation in science and patient care. She holds a PhD in Health Sciences, Masters and post graduate degrees in Nursing and undergraduate degrees in Sciences.

She is truly a lifelong learner, having held roles as an Associate Professor at University of Calgary, as well as a clinician and researcher for the Department of Critical Care Medicine for almost 20 years. She translates complex science into refined, results-driven treatment strategies. She is a national speaker and educator for the Canadian Board of Aesthetic Medicine and Allergan the makers of Botox and Juvéderm—where she trains other medical professionals in advanced injectable techniques and facial aesthetics.

As the founder and medical director of Bardöt Beauty, Ashley is known for her “skin-first” philosophy, focusing on long-term skin health, structural integrity, and natural, undetectable results. Her work is grounded in safety, precision, and individualized treatment planning, earning the trust of a loyal patient base and over 600 five-star reviews.

Ashley Clerk, NP/PhD, is a nationally recognized expert in medical aesthetics, combining advanced... Read More

Lauren is a Nurse Practitioner with over 15 years experience in the healthcare system. She graduated from McGill University in 2013 with a Bachelor of Science in Pharmacology, Dalhousie University in 2016 with a Bachelors of Science in Nursing, and finally from the University of Toronto in 2025 with her Master’s in Nursing, Nurse Practitioner Family and Global Health stream. She pursued her medical aesthetics training in 2024 with the Canadian Association of Medical Aesthetics for both basic and advanced techniques. Her aim is to make patient’s feel like the most confident version of themselves with a holistic approach and producing natural results with a safety-first approach.

Lauren is a Nurse Practitioner with over 15 years experience in the healthcare system. She gradua... Read More

Nadia graduated from the University of Calgary in 2015 with a BA in International Development and continued her education in Human Resources Management.

She began her career with the United Nations’ UNICEF division followed by management in communications, before pursuing her long-time passion in skin treatments and improvements. She proceeded to complete her education in Medical Aesthetics and a variety of advanced skin treatment trainings with the objective of making a positive impact on people’s confidence and self-image.

At BARDÖT Beauty, Nadia offers a variety of advanced skin treatments, and provides advice on methods of improvement regarding skin concerns. Additionally, she assists in procedures alongside Medical Director, Dr. Ashley Clerk, combining Dr. Clerk’s medical expertise with her medical aesthetic approach for well-rounded results.

Nadia graduated from the University of Calgary in 2015 with a BA in International Development and... Read More