Mark attended the University of TN Knoxville and obtained a B.S. in Microbiology and graduated the Summer of 2000. He then attended the University of Trevecca in Nashville TN and obtained a Master of Science of Physician Assistant Studies as of August 2002. Obtained National Board Certification through the NCCPA as a licensed medical provider as a Physician Assistant in December of 2002. He is also a member of various organizations such as the American Academy of Physician Assistants. He is also a member of the American Academy of Anti-Aging Medicine, the American Board of Longevity Medicine and Sciences. He has over 150 CME hours in aesthetic training with advanced courses for medical providers including chemical peels, microdermabrasion, lasers, IPL, Botox, Collagen and mesotherapy. His work experience includes General and Vascular Surgery with Dr. Stanley and Dr. Dallas of Oak Ridge TN at Methodist Medical Center. Cardiovascular Surgery with Dr. Tung Cai and Dr. Hall of Oak Ridge Methodist Medical Center and also at Baptist Hospital with Dr. Pollard. Internal Medicine with Dr. Monte Biggs at the University of TN. Worked with TEAM HEALTH in the Emergency Room at Fort Sanders Regional for over 1 and half years. He has also worked in the weight loss industry for about 4 years total. He is also a member of the field of Anti-Aging Medicine which is a society of Physicians and Scientists dedicated to Extending the Lifespan of Man. He is currently involved publishing several journal articles in the field of Anti-Aging Medications and Weight Loss.