Stand Out in Areola Tattooing—Join the Only Credentialed Organization Connecting You to Referrals and Industry Recognition
Welcome to CAARTE
CAARTE is a dedicated professional association founded on a vision of excellence and regulation in areola restorative tattooing. The organization is the brainchild of Dr. Alexandra Ginty, a survivor, physician, and highly skilled areola restorative tattooist committed to advancing patient care and safety in this specialized field. Alongside her is Georgette Dunn, a master medical tattooist who has taught both physicians and non-physicians realistic areola tattooing techniques in her Newmarket clinic. Georgette is admired for her altruism and mastery in creating natural, life-changing results. Together, they lead CAARTE with a shared goal: to bring regulation to the art of areola tattooing, helping to establish industry standards and ensure consistent quality.
CAARTE works in close partnership with Restore Me ABC, a national referral and fundraising program that handles all patient paperwork, funding, and logistics through donations, fundraising, and non-profit grants. Together, CAARTE and Restore Me ABC collaborate to advance practitioner education, promote industry standards, and provide patients with safe, accessible, and high-quality care. CAARTE is committed to uniting both physician and non-physician practitioners in the pursuit of recognized expertise, safety, and professionalism—building a future where all practitioners work together to elevate the art and science of areola restoration.
CAARTE MEMBERSHIPS
CAARTE memberships, available at various levels, provide both artists and non-artists with valuable benefits to support their professional growth. Depending on your membership level, you'll enjoy access to continuing education, industry discounts, monthly newsletters, accreditation opportunities, and exclusive access to the Restore Me ABC patient referral platform. There’s so much more to discover! Select your preferred membership level and click the circle to explore all the advantages waiting for you!
Courses & Accreditation
Our Board Of Directors
Alexandra Ginty, M.D.
Medical Director, Chief Physician Advisor
Lauren Willoughby M.D., F.R.C.S.C.,
Medical Liaison, Physician Engagement Lead
Bryan Chung, M.D., Ph.D., F.R.C.S.C.,
Director Of Gender-Affirming Education
Carla Ricciardone
CAARTE Industry Partner & Director of Pigment Science
Liore Bartman, CAARTE-AART
Community Outreach & Advocacy Lead
Georgette Dunn, CAARTE - AART
Creative & Technical Education Director
FAQ’s
Have you got questions? We have answers!
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CAARTE is the Canadian Association for Areola Tattooing and Education, dedicated to establishing standards, providing education, and supporting professionals in the field of areola restorative tattooing.
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Members include both medical and non-medical tattoo artists, practitioners, and anyone interested in advancing their skills and professionalism in areola tattooing.
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Membership offers access to continuing education, industry discounts, industry updates, referral programs, accreditation opportunities, and a network of like-minded professionals.
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To become accredited, you must hold a Gold Membership, complete the required training, and pass the CAARTE accreditation exam. Accreditation recognizes your expertise and commitment to quality standards. If you have existing areola tattoo training, you can apply with your existing experience which will be considered if comparable to CAARTE’S training.
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We offer specialized courses in areola tattooing, including online modules and hands-on in-person training led by industry experts like Dr. Alexandra Ginty and Georgette Dunn.
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Some educational sessions are open for non-members at a nominal fee. Gold members receive free access to all continuing education sessions.
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It’s Ontario’s exclusive referral network where qualified practitioners can connect with patients seeking areola tattooing services, referred by their physicians. Restore Me ABC streamline bookings, and help grow your practice. In addition we offer non physician CAARTE accredited artists payment for their work in line with what our physicians are remunerated. This means no payment for the patients and unlimited access to referrals.
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Ensure you meet the membership requirements, complete the necessary training, gather evidence of healed work, and pass the CAARTE accreditation exam. Visit our website for detailed application steps.
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You can reach us through the contact form on our website, email, or phone. Our team is here to support your professional journey.
