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Meet the Team

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Founder & CEO

Dr. Benjamin Hilliker

Dr. Ben  is one of very few physicians internationally with specialty-specific training in General Surgery, Obstetrics & Gynecology and Emergency Medicine.  After studying at Dartmouth college, he pursued a career in finance at Fidelity Investments before ultimately following his true passion of helping others, and matriculated at the University of Massachusetts Medical School. He has spent the last 18 years cultivating a lifelong passion for finding the intersection between Western and Alternative medicines. He served as Chief Resident at Case Western, won several teaching awards and was a national finalist at the nation’s most prestigious ultrasound competition. 


After residency, he served on the front lines during the global pandemic as assistant medical director of multiple emergency departments in both New York and Rhode Island. Above all else, he believes a patient is more than just the sum of their lab values and understands that a common sense, holistic approach produces the best patient outcomes. Careful attention to detail, empathy and skill are required to help patients live longer, better lives and he is incredibly excited for you to join him on this journey of discovery towards living healthier and more fulfilling lives. 

Dr. Ben is a national speaker on the topic of nonsurgical facial regeneration and Key Opinion Leader for InMode, manufacturer of the Morpheus, Apex and Empower, as well as a member of both the American Academy Facial Esthetics and The Age Management Medical Group.

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    Registered Nurse

    Paige Cesaro

    Paige is our highly trained Registered Nurse Injector specializing and certified in dermal fillers, neurotoxins, PRP injections, micro-needling, RF micro-needling and Neogen plasma treatments. With a primary background in Emergency Medicine for 7 years, Paige has focused her last year and a half in aesthetics. Taking extensive training courses to continue to update her skill set to the newest injection techniques while prioritizing client safety.

     

    When you meet with Paige for a consult or treatment your concerns will be listened to, your issues will be addressed and a comprehensive plan of treatment will be put together for you. Paige holds herself to a high standard of achieving natural results that enhance your features. Our goal at firmMD is to give you results that leave you feeling confident, secure and beautiful.

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      Practice Manager

      Lindsay DaSilva

      Lindsay is our experienced Practice Manager at firmMD. Her journey in the administrative realm began eleven years ago, laying the foundation for a career dedicated to ensuring smooth and efficient operations.

      Having spent the last seven years immersed in the intricacies of the medical field, Lindsay discovered a profound passion for aesthetics and wellness. This realization sparked the desire to merge her love for these areas with her administrative background, leading her to firmMD.

      Lindsay plays a pivotal role in overseeing the day-to-day operations, ensuring that our clients' experiences are nothing short of exceptional. Her attention to detail, coupled with a compassionate approach, creates an environment where every client feels valued and understood.

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        LOCATION

        130 Touro St. Newport, RI 02840

        Phone: 401.324.5356

        Email: info@firmmdnewport.com

        OPENING HOURS

        Monday 10:00 am - 5:00 pm

        Tuesday 10:00 am - 5:00 pm

        Wednesday 10:00 am - 5:00 pm

        Thursday 9:00 am - 7:00 pm

        Friday 10:00 am - 5:00 pm

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