Utah Business Founder Friday with Dr. Jerry Chidester and Mindee Chidester
Ever wondered how to start a successful national brand? Utah Business features inspiring stories in our weekly Founders Series, highlighting exceptional Utah-based brands. Join us for Founder Fridays, where each month, a founder shares their journey, insights, and future goals in an intimate setting. Tickets are free, but seating is limited to 140, reserve yours today!
Learn more about Jerry and Mindee Chidester:
Dr. Jerry Chidester and Mindee Chidester are the co-founders and co-owners of The Plastics Clinic + Spa, a rapidly growing aesthetic medicine brand based in Draper, Utah. The company began in January 2020 as Jerry Chidester, MD, PLLC—just weeks before the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic. With a small team of five employees and a modest space in Draper, the Chidesters made the deliberate decision to continue building through an unprecedented shutdown, leveraging early virtual consultation technology while Dr. Chidester also provided emergency hospital coverage to support the business and team.
Innovation and adaptability proved pivotal. Following a virtual grand opening in April 2020, the practice experienced rapid growth once in-person care resumed in May—driven by a strong digital presence and patient-centered approach. What began as a seven-person operation has since grown into a multi-entity organization with around 100 employees across clinical care, medical spa services, and surgical operations as of early 2026.
The business rebranded as The Plastics Clinic in 2021, expanded its surgical team, and opened its medical spa in April 2022—fulfilling Mindee Chidester’s long-standing vision of creating an elevated, wellness-driven spa experience. From the outset, Mindee played a central operational role, overseeing clinical and spa operations and guiding day-to-day execution alongside Dr. Chidester. As the organization has scaled and roles have become more defined, her focus has shifted toward brand strategy, culture, and long-term growth, serving as a key advocate for both team and patient experience. In parallel, Dr. Chidester launched The Plastics Academy, an initiative born from his vision to educate surgeons and aesthetic providers globally and now jointly supported by the founders as part of the company’s cultural mission. Together, the Chidesters are intentional about bringing on like-minded physician partners and leaders as they grow, with a shared goal of elevating the aesthetics industry through education, innovation, and consistent systems. With new locations planned for Farmington and St. George in 2026, their focus remains on building a globally respected brand rooted in excellence, culture, and purpose.