riko is a medical aesthetics clinic in NYC,
founded by a team from Seoul.
Our team understands that every face is unique.
We design each treatment to bring out your unique and natural beauty.
Founder & Chief Medical Director, Riko Licensed Physician in New York and South Korea Board Certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine Former Physician at Ppeum Global Clinic, Myeongdong, Seoul Former Physician at Page Lab Clinic, Gangnam, Seoul Residency at University of Maryland Medical Center Midtown Campus, Baltimore, MD Doctor of Medicine, Seoul National University
Dr. Harim Kim, MD
Dr. Kim believes every face is unique. After practicing in both Korea and the US, she set out to build the kind of clinic she couldn’t find herself in New York City. Ultherapy and Kybella are among her favorite treatments.
Licensed Family Nurse Practitioner in NY, NJ Board Certified by the ANCC Previously worked in Oncology in New York Presbyterian - Columbia, Mount Sinai, Montefiore Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) in Korea Master of Science in Nursing (MSN, Family Nurse Practitioner), Long Island University
Hyeri Hur, NP (On Leave)
Known in the clinic as the go-to provider for brightening concerns, Hyeri is passionate about helping patients achieve clear, luminous skin. If brighter skin is your goal, she’s your person. Fluent in Korean, English, and Japanese, she makes every consultation comfortable and personalized.
Licensed Family Nurse Practitioner in New York, New Jersey, and California Board Certified Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP-BC) by the ANCC Previously practiced at CompleteSkinMD, Evolve Med Spa, and Telo Labs Bachelor of Science in Nursing, Rutgers University Master of Science in Nursing, Family Nurse Practitioner, William Paterson University
Hayley Kim, NP
Hayley is riko's full-time SPF advocate. She always has a lineup of sunscreens sitting on her desk like it’s part of the decor. With years of experience in aesthetics, she’s our Botox master and takes her injectables just as seriously as she takes sunscreen. Book with Hayley and just know SPF will somehow become part of the conversation.
Licensed Nurse Practitioner in New York and New Jersey Board Certified by the ANCC Previously worked in NewYork-Presbyterian, Mt. Sinai, and NYU ICU Bachelor of Science in Nursing, University of Michigan Master of Science in Nursing, New York University
Silvia Choi, NP
Silvia is an up-and-coming nurse influencer on Instagram. She loves skin Botox for that glass skin glow and is big on home care. Curious about her routine? Just ask! She’s always happy to share.
Licensed Nurse Practitioner in New York, New Jersey, and California Board Certified by the ANCC Currently practicing at Circle Medical, providing primary care services Master of Science in Nursing, Hunter College
Esther Suh, NP
Esther is our unofficial professor at Riko. If you want to know how a laser actually works or feel like sitting through a full lecture, go find Esther. She’s amazing at patient education and somehow makes even the most complicated treatments easy to understand. Bonus: she’s trilingual — fluent in Korean, English, and Spanish!
Licensed Nurse Practitioner in New York Board Certified by the PNCB Currently practicing at Mt. Sinai Previously worked as registered nurse at CHOP Bachelor of Science in Nursing, University of Pennsylvania Master of Science in Nursing, University of Pennsylvania
Jenna Choi, NP
Jenna brings a calm, steady presence to every appointment, helping clients feel relaxed and cared for. She focuses on creating natural results, and especially enjoys treatments like Rejuran Skin Booster for its restorative, skin-renewing benefits.
Licensed Nurse Practitioner in New York Board Certified by the ANCC Previously worked as a Registered Nurse at NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital and UCSF Bachelor of Science in Nursing, Long Island University Master of Science in Nursing, Sacred Heart University
Hannah Lee, NP
Hannah is dedicated to empowering clients to feel their most confident and beautiful. She loves helping clients feel comfortable in their own skin, with Ultherapy and the LDM facial among her favorite treatments—not just for the results, but for the experience she hopes to share.
Licensed Family Nurse Practitioner in New York Board Certified Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP-BC) by the ANCC Clinical experience in the Emergency Department and Labor & Delivery at NewYork-Presbyterian/Columbia University Irving Medical Center Bachelor of Science in Nursing, South Korea Master of Science in Nursing, Family Nurse Practitioner, Fairleigh Dickinson University
Heemin Kang, NP
Heemin loves the magic of a subtle touch and how it instantly lifts your spirit. The best part of her day is seeing the joy on your face when you look in the mirror. She truly cares about the thoughtful details that make you feel ready to take on the world.
Licensed Physician Assistant in New York Board Certified by the NCCPA Bachelor of Arts, University of Southern California Master of Science, Weill Cornell Medicine
Natalie Chen, PA
Natalie’s bright smile tends to do its job fast – patients feel at ease right away. She values honest conversations and takes the time to really listen. A fan of Pico Fractional Laser and Potenza for smoother, more refined skin.
Licensed Registered Nurse in New York and Texas Certified CCRN and CMC (Critical Care & Cardiac Medicine) through the AACN Currently working in the Cardiac ICU at NY-Presbyterian/Columbia University Hospital; previously practiced as a travel ICU nurse across multiple states Bachelor of Science in Nursing, The University of Texas at Austin
Jenna (Joohye) Lee, RN
Jenna is our IV wizard at Riko. If you think you have no veins, Jenna will probably prove you wrong. She’s a 13-year ICU nurse with an eye for detail and zero tolerance for sloppiness. On weekdays, she saves lives. On weekends, she’s at riko saving your beauty.
Licensed Registered Nurse in New York and South Korea Certified CNOR (Certified Perioperative Nurse) Bachelor of Science in Nursing, Kyung Hee University
Jinyoung Kang, RN
Jinyoung is a registered nurse dedicated to providing thoughtful, patient-centered care. She focuses on creating a comfortable experience while helping clients achieve natural, refreshed results, and especially enjoys treatments like Rejuran Skin Booster for its skin-renewing benefits.
Licensed Registered Nurse in New York Currently working at Mount Sinai Bachelor of Science in Nursing, SUNY Downstate Health Sciences University
Dayna (Dayeong) Hwang, RN
Dayna brings precision to every treatment, believing that great aesthetics begins with listening. She enjoys helping clients feel understood and cared for, with the Genesis + Pico Laser among her favorite treatments, and spends her time outside of work exploring Brooklyn with her family.
Licensed Registered Nurse in New York and New Jersey Clinical experience in step-down care and same-day surgery Currently pursuing a Family Nurse Practitioner degree at SUNY Downstate Health Sciences University
Yurim Kim, RN
Yurim is passionate about helping clients achieve a healthy, glowing complexion through both treatments and everyday habits. She’s a big advocate for sun protection and hydration, always reminding clients to care for their skin from the inside out. She loves sharing skincare tips to enhance a natural glow, with fillers, Botox, and Pico and Genesis lasers among her favorite treatments.
Kyuson (Sunny) Yang, Esthetician
Kyuson’s kind and caring nature creates a warm, comforting experience for every client she meets. Once you experience Kyuson’s “Mom’s Touch”, you may find yourself gently drifting off—be warned, you might just fall asleep in the middle of your service!
Joseph Kim, Esthetician
Joseph is riko's very own idol! With a charm you simply can’t forget once you’ve met him, he has a naturally warm and friendly personality that instantly makes everyone feel at ease. Stop by and have a chat with Joseph—and who knows… maybe you can even convince him to show off his Soda Pop dance!
Minjy Son, Esthetician
Minji is riko's LDM queen! She spent years working at clinics in New York before joining the team, and it shows. She loves a good LDM facial, and her soft touch makes every treatment feel that much better. She’s bubbly, cute, and somehow the tallest one here while still being the cutest.
Yelina Seo, Esthetician
Yelina is our aesthetic princess fairy with a magic touch. She believes the best work is the kind no one can pinpoint—just a refreshed, "woke up like this" glow. Her secret spells? Rejuran and the Genesis Laser. When she’s not busy sprinkling glow-dust on her clients, you’ll find this NYC explorer hunting for the city’s best-hidden gems.
Yoonji Shin, Esthetician
Yoonji enjoys being part of every step of a client’s journey, helping each visit feel smooth, comfortable, and personalized. Working both at the front desk and as an esthetician, she loves making clients feel welcomed and cared for, and her favorite part of the day is seeing someone leave with a brighter smile than when they arrived.
Yujin Lee, Esthetician
Yujin is an esthetician with a keen eye for detail, taking a precise and thoughtful approach to every treatment. She focuses on enhancing each client’s natural features, with the Aqua Facial being her favorite for its deep cleansing and refreshing results.
Youjung (Judy) Lee, Esthetician
Youjung is part of riko’s clinical support team and loves staying up to date on the latest advancements in aesthetics while learning from treatments in practice. Inspired by the positive energy of clients investing in their natural beauty, she brings a thoughtful and supportive presence to the clinic—always starting her day with a warm Americano in hand.
Doyoung (Julie) Kim, Manager
Doyoung is a manager passionate about fashion and beauty, creating a welcoming space for clients to explore their K-beauty journey. She enjoys recommending treatments like Ultherapy, Pico Fractional, and Skin Botox to help clients feel confident.
Sooyeon Chun, Assistant Manager
Sooyeon is an assistant manager and esthetician at riko, dedicated to bringing happiness and satisfaction to every client. She enjoys sharing her skincare insights, with the Potenza and LDM combination and Ultherapy among her favorite treatments for radiant, glowing skin.
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