Dr. Emlyn Forsung
Medical Director, Foot & Ankle Specialist

Dr. Emlyn Forsung pursued higher education at the University of Nebraska at Omaha where he received a Bachelor of Science degree in biology with a minor in chemistry. He then continued his education at Kent State University College of Podiatric Medicine where he received his degree as a Doctor of Podiatric Medicine.

Dr. Forsung completed a total of three years of surgical residency with an emphasis on foot and ankle reconstruction. The first two and half years were spent at East Liverpool City Hospitals in East Liverpool, Ohio and six months at Lowerbucks Hospital in Bristol, Pennsylvania.

Dr. Forsung considers Omaha, Nebraska his adopted hometown after moving to the US from Cameroon to pursue higher education. Dr Forsung is married to his college sweetheart whom he met while at the University of Nebraska at Omaha.

Shawna MacNabb
Marketing & Scheduling

Shawna worked at Metro Foot & Ankle Specialist which triggered the idea for BareEssence Medical Spa and the need for a clean, specialized place to get medical pedicures. She lives in the Omaha metro area with her husband and three children.

Julie Mead
Cosmetologist

Julie is a licensed cosmetologist and former educator who has owned a cosmetology school for the past 18 years, serving as President. With 40 years of classroom teaching experience, she has also worked as a classroom/clinic instructor, product sales representative, and wig stylist. She is part of the team that styles wigs for Broadway and Opera Omaha productions.

Originally from Atlantic, IA, Julie has called Omaha home for many years. She has two children and two grandchildren with whom she loves spending time. She also enjoys the company of furry canine friends.