Our Story & Our Staff

As a woman veteran-owned business, White Onyx Medical Weight Loss & Aesthetics is committed to providing the community with high-quality services that inspire happiness and confidence. We understand the impact that looking and feeling good can have on your daily life, which is why we offer a range of medical weight loss solutions and aesthetic treatments that are tailored to your individual needs. Our goal is to improve your quality of life and bring affordable luxury to north-central Massachusetts.

Meet the Team

Dr. Liz Tateoka, DNP, AGACNP

Founder & Medical Director

Dr. Tateoka graduated with her Doctorate as an Adult-Geriatric Acute Care Nurse Practitioner from the University of Utah in 2016. She has extensive experience in Hospital Medicine & Perioperative Medicine. Prior to becoming a Nurse Practitioner, she served as an active-duty Navy Emergency/Trauma Nurse. She has served three overseas deployments, and continues to serve as a Commander in the United States Navy Reserves.

Dr. Tateoka decided to venture away from traditional medicine into the Medical Aesthetics Industry in order to improve access to medical weight-loss services, non-invasive, and minimally invasive medical aesthetic procedures in the North-Central Massachusetts region. She obtained further training in Scottsdale, AZ with the International Association for Physicians in Aesthetic Medicine (IAPAM), Boston, MA with Empire Medical, and Providence, RI with PCASkin. She seeks to provide services that improve the health and quality of life of those living in her community and the surrounding areas.

Kelly Cacciolfi, BA, LE

Esthetician, Marketing & Public Relations

Kelly Cacciolfi is a dedicated esthetician with a passion for skincare and beauty. She holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Organizational Leadership from the University of Massachusetts and Licensed Esthetician (LE) from the New England School of Esthetics, where she completed both a Masters and Basic program in Esthetics. During her time there, Kelly earned the top honors in her class.

Following her esthetic education, Kelly embarked on a career journey that led her to Crème de la Mer, a division of the Estee Lauder Company. At Crème de la Mer, she provided luxury skincare services and fostered strong relationships with clients at Bloomingdales, Saks Fifth Avenue, Nordstroms and Neiman Marcus. With a commitment to excellence and a keen eye for detail, Kelly continues to stay abreast of the latest techniques and advancements in the ever-evolving field of esthetics.

While attending UMass, Kelly completed her degree with emphasis in Marketing, Public Relations, and Organizational Structure, where she developed a passion for the operational side of business.

Beyond her professional endeavors, Kelly is deeply passionate about empowering others to embrace self-care and confidence. She believes that skincare is not just about outward appearance but also about nurturing inner well-being and self-esteem.

Gia (Pavone) Melanson, RN

Registered Nurse, Aesthetic Injector

Gia Melanson is well-known in the local community. Prior to becoming a nurse, she was a respected an sought-after hair stylist and beautician. Despite her success in the beauty industry, she decided to further her education at Mount Wachusett Community College, and obtained her Associates Degree in Nursing.

She has been a Registered Nurse for over twelve years, and has significant experience working with orthopedic, medical, and surgical patients. She has most recently found a love for aesthetics, and obtained her injector and filler certifications from The Ho Academy in Northampton. Gia enjoys bringing beautifying and confidence-building services to people that make them light up and feel better!