Botox in Short Pump, VA | Synergy Face + Body by Travis Shaw, MD

Short Pump has become one of the Richmond area’s most active communities for aesthetics, and the clients we see from this area know exactly what they’re looking for: results that look natural, providers they can trust, and a practice that respects their time. Synergy Face + Body by Travis Shaw, MD delivers all three, with a team of highly trained nurse practitioners and physician assistants supervised by Dr. Travis Shaw, a double board-certified facial plastic surgeon.

Whether you’re coming in for your first Botox appointment or you’ve been getting neuromodulators for years, our Short Pump-area clients receive personalized treatment plans built around their anatomy and goals, not a one-size-fits-all approach.

We’re proud to serve clients throughout Short Pump, Goochland, Henrico, and the broader West Richmond corridor.

Our Botox & Neuromodulator Services

At Synergy, Botox is just the beginning. Our injectors are trained in the full range of neuromodulators and related treatments to help you achieve your goals:

• Botox — the gold standard for softening dynamic wrinkles and fine lines
• Dysport — a fast-acting alternative to Botox with a natural spread
• Lip flip — a subtle Botox technique to enhance the upper lip without filler
• Brow lift — strategic Botox placement to open and lift the brow arch
• Masseter (jaw) slimming — Botox to reduce clenching and soften the jawline
• Hyperhidrosis treatment — Botox for excessive sweating
• Combination treatments — Botox paired with fillers or skin treatments for more comprehensive results

What Our Clients Say

About Our Richmond Med Spa

Synergy Face + Body by Travis Shaw, MD is located on Stony Point Parkway in Richmond, about 15 to 20 minutes from Short Pump via I-64. Our practice combines the clinical precision of a board-certified facial plastic surgeon with the personalized, unhurried experience you’d expect from a high-end med spa.

Dr. Travis Shaw is double board-certified in facial plastic and reconstructive surgery and otolaryngology. That depth of anatomical expertise informs how every member of our team approaches cosmetic injections, from the most subtle forehead treatment to more advanced techniques like jawline contouring and brow lifting.

Meet Our RVA Team

Dr. Travis Shaw: Double board-certified facial plastic surgeon known for exceptional patient care and natural results. Read more about Dr. Shaw here.

Whitney Lange, FNP-C, is a certified family nurse practitioner and our lead injector! She has been in medical aesthetics since 2016 and has since developed a proficiency in neuromodulators, dermal fillers, skin rejuvenation, and fat-reduction, and she went on to become an instructor in the field. After three years of traveling and performing training across the state, Whitney joined the Travis Shaw, MD team in the Summer of 2020.

Adriane Rodgers, FNP-C is a board-certified Family Nurse Practitioner with more than 10 years of experience. She is passionate about medical aesthetics and working with patients to personalize a treatment program that is just right for them. 

Jessica Kernodle, PA-C, is a board-certified physician assistant and Richmond native. She began her injecting career in 2017 and has undergone extensive training in cosmetic injecting, including advanced techniques using neurotoxins and dermal fillers. Jessica is a member of the American Academy of Physician Assistants and Virginia Academy of Physician Assistants. She was voted by her peers as one of Richmond’s “Top Docs” in Richmond Magazine‘s physician assistant category and recognized by Our Health Magazine for “Best Bedside Manner.”

Aliyah Bowen, Master Esthetician, has been a Medical Aesthetician in the medical aesthetics field since 2019. She is enthusiastic about staying current with the latest skincare technology and actively uses social media to learn about new skincare trends.

Jamie Maggard, Surgical Coordinator joined Dr. Shaw as his Surgical Coordinator in the fall of 2021. Prior to joining Synergy Face + Body by Travis Shaw, MD, she worked in pediatrics. She quickly developed a love for the aesthetics industry and finds it rewarding to see the positive impact of plastic surgery on patients.

Brooke Hendrickson, Master Esthetician. Born and raised in Richmond, Brooke has always loved and been passionate about skincare since she can remember. Brooke has been an Aesthetician 2019, since Graduating from the Lotus School of Integrated professions here in Virginia and licensed in two states her purpose is to educate and help others with their own personal skin goals and journey. 

Local Neighborhood Insights

hort Pump has changed a lot over the past decade. What started as a stretch of big-box retail along Broad Street has grown into one of the Richmond area’s most established suburban communities, with a strong concentration of residents who are intentional about how they spend their time and money. Our clients from this area tend to be research-oriented. They’ve usually looked into providers before they call, and they choose Synergy because the credentials and the clinical approach hold up to scrutiny.

Our Richmond location on Stony Point Parkway is about 15 to 20 minutes away via I-64 or Route 288, depending on where in Short Pump you’re coming from. It’s a straightforward drive, and many clients combine it with a stop at Stony Point Fashion Park or dinner in the area before heading back west. The office is quiet, easy to find, and has parking right out front.

We look forward to welcoming you.

What to Expect at Your First Botox Appointment

A lot of first-time clients come in having done their research but still not knowing exactly what to expect in the room. Most first-time clients have done their research before they arrive, but still aren’t sure what to expect once they’re in the room.

Your appointment starts with a real conversation. Your injector will look at your facial anatomy, ask about your goals, and walk you through what’s actually achievable, including what Botox can and can’t do for what you’re describing. The treatment plan gets built here, including which areas to address, how many units make sense, and what results to expect at your follow-up. If something else would serve you better than Botox, your injector will say so.

The injections themselves take a few minutes. Most clients describe it as a brief pinch at each injection point, noticeable but not painful. There’s no numbing required and no downtime afterward.

Results don’t appear immediately, which surprises some people. You’ll start to see softening around three to five days out, but the full effect takes about two weeks to settle. Your injector will schedule a follow-up at that point to assess results and make any adjustments if needed. That two-week check-in is worth attending. It’s where your injector calibrates for future treatments based on how your muscles actually responded.

FAQs for Our Glen Allen Clients