Aesthetics Course Faculty

Allen Foulad, MD is a double board-certified facial plastic surgeon practicing in Beverly Hills, California. Dr. Foulad received his medical degree and completed a five-year residency in Otolaryngology–Head and Neck Surgery at the University of California, Irvine, followed by a fellowship in Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery at the University of Miami. He currently serves as associate clinical faculty at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, where he is actively involved in resident education. Dr. Foulad’s practice at the prestigious Lasky Clinic is devoted exclusively to facial aesthetics, offering both surgical and non-surgical procedures.

Allison Pontius, M.D., is a board-certified facial plastic surgeon, master injector, and anti-aging expert specializing in facial plastic surgery, otolaryngology–head and neck surgery, and regenerative medicine. She earned her medical degree from Tulane University School of Medicine, followed by an internship at the Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science in Otolaryngology–Head and Neck Surgery. She completed her residency at the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center and a fellowship in Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery at Albany Medical Center and the New England Laser and Cosmetic Surgery Center. Dr. Pontius is certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology–Head and Neck Surgery and holds active medical licenses in California and New York.

Amir Moradi, M.D., M.B.A., is a board-certified facial plastic and reconstructive surgeon with a strong foundation in both clinical practice and business. He received his medical degree from the University of California, San Diego, and completed a surgical residency in Otolaryngology–Head and Neck Surgery at Duke University Medical Center. In order to broaden his understanding of the aesthetic industry, he earned an M.B.A. from the Wharton School of Business. Dr. Moradi is certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology–Head and Neck Surgery and is an active member of several professional organizations, including the American Academy of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery and the California Society of Facial Plastic Surgery. He has contributed to national leadership through his service on committees for the American Academy of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, including Quality Improvement and Patient Safety, Industry Relations and Engagement, and Emerging Technologies. He currently serves as treasurer of the California Society of Facial Plastic Surgery and is a member of its Board of Directors. Dr. Moradi’s career reflects a deep commitment to innovation, leadership, and excellence in facial plastic surgery.

Andrew S. Frankel, MD is a distinguished facial plastic surgeon based in Beverly Hills, California, with over 25 years of experience. He is double board-certified in Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery and Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery. Dr. Frankel earned his medical degree with Alpha Omega Alpha honors from the University of Illinois College of Medicine. He completed a five-year residency in Otolaryngology at the University of Illinois Eye and Ear Infirmary, followed by a fellowship in facial plastic and reconstructive surgery under Dr. Frank Kamer. Dr. Frankel serves as an Assistant Professor on the Clinical Faculty at both UCLA and USC’s Keck School of Medicine. His practice at the renowned Lasky Clinic focuses exclusively on facial procedures, including rhinoplasty, facelift, and revision surgeries.

Anna Guanche, M.D. is a board-certified dermatologist and dermatologic surgeon with over 18 years of experience specializing in cosmetic dermatology and laser surgery. She is the founder and director of the Bella Skin Institute in Calabasas, California, where she leads a multidisciplinary team dedicated to the care of a diverse patient population, including public figures, executives, and families. Her clinical practice emphasizes minimally invasive cosmetic procedures that offer natural-looking results with limited downtime. Dr. Guanche earned her medical degree from Louisiana State University School of Medicine and completed her dermatology residency at the University of Minnesota, following an internship at M Health Fairview. She holds active medical licenses in California and Minnesota and is board-certified by the American Board of Dermatology. Committed to education and mentorship, Dr. Guanche has contributed to resident and medical student training for over a decade. She served on the dermatology faculty at UCLA Medical Center, Olive View, where she taught UCLA residents for 13 years. She is a Fellow of both the American Academy of Dermatology (AAD) and the American Society for Dermatologic Surgery (ASDS).

Brian Hayes has more than 23 years of experience in sales, marketing, and leadership within the aesthetic medical industry. Over the course of his career, he has worked with hundreds of medical practices and observed firsthand the growing business challenges physicians face. In response, while in his corporate roles, Brian developed innovative programs, tools, and support teams specifically designed to assist practices in navigating these complexities. In 2017, he founded Orion Strategic Consultants, drawing upon his deep industry knowledge and experience to provide strategic guidance to aesthetic and medical practices. Brian’s business background includes a strong track record of success at market-leading corporations, the launch of multiple startups, and the generation of hundreds of millions of dollars in sales. He has led teams ranging in size from five to seventy individuals, including cross-functional groups composed of sales, marketing, clinical, administrative, and technical professionals. One of his professional priorities has been the development and mentorship of emerging leaders. Recognized for his ability to lead organizational change, Brian is often brought in to turn around underperforming teams or to establish new business units. As an entrepreneur, he brings a practical understanding of the challenges facing small business owners, having launched three startups and founded two companies of his own. His experience positions him well to support sustainable growth, even in resource-constrained environments.

Catherine Maley, MBA is a cosmetic practice growth specialist, author, speaker, and consultant with over 20 years of experience in aesthetic practice marketing and management. As the founder of Cosmetic Image Marketing, she has advised hundreds of aesthetic practices on patient attraction, conversion, retention, and business growth strategies. Catherine is the author of “Your Aesthetic Practice: What Your Patients Are Saying” and host of the “Beauty and the Biz” podcast, where she shares insights on practice development and interviews industry leaders. Her expertise spans patient consultation training, staff performance, and strategic marketing, helping surgeons worldwide increase revenues while improving patient satisfaction and retention.

Corey S. Maas. MD is a board-certified facial plastic and reconstructive surgeon and otolaryngologist based in San Francisco, California. He has over 30 years of experience in academic and clinical practice, with a focus on aesthetic and reconstructive procedures involving the face, head, and neck. Dr. Maas earned his medical degree with honors from the University of Florida College of Medicine. He completed an internship in General Surgery and a residency in Otolaryngology–Head and Neck Surgery at St. Louis University College of Medicine. He then completed a fellowship in Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery at the University of California, San Francisco (UCSF). In 2001, Dr. Maas founded The Maas Clinic in San Francisco, where he maintains an active clinical practice. He also serves as Medical Director of The Appearance Care Center, an outpatient center focused on non-surgical aesthetic treatments. Dr. Maas is a former Chief of the Division of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery at UCSF, where he served for over a decade. He continues to contribute to the academic community as an Associate Clinical Professor in the Department of Otolaryngology–Head & Neck Surgery at UCSF, where he teaches medical students and residents. He has directed a fellowship in facial plastic and reconstructive surgery for more than 20 years. An active member of multiple professional societies, Dr. Maas has held leadership roles including President of the California Society of Facial Plastic Surgery and President of the American Academy of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery. His academic contributions include over 150 peer-reviewed articles, numerous book chapters, and participation as principal investigator in more than 40 clinical trials. He frequently lectures at national and international meetings on topics related to facial plastic surgery.

Dali Gandara, LE, CMA is a California State Board Licensed Aesthetician with over 13 years of experience in aesthetics. She began her career in 2012 at The Four Seasons Hotel in Beverly Hills, Los Angeles, providing luxury skincare treatments alongside brands such as iS Clinical and IntraCeuticals. In 2021, Ms. Gandara transitioned to medical aesthetics at SkinSpirit Medical Spa and earned her Clinical Medical Assistant license. Currently, Ms. Gandara specializes in results-driven treatments such as DiamondGlow® facials, SkinPen® Microneedling, Dermaplaning, Chemical Peels, and Vitamin Injections; working alongside medical providers to create personalized skincare regimens for her patients. She is passionate about continuing her education to stay at the forefront of skincare innovations—and equally passionate about sharing that knowledge to educate and inspire her peers.

Daniel Gould, MD, PhD is a board-certified plastic and reconstructive surgeon with advanced training in aesthetic surgery and a strong foundation in research. He completed his undergraduate studies at the University of California, Los Angeles, earning a B.S. in Microbiology, Immunology, and Molecular Genetics. He went on to earn his M.D. from Baylor College of Medicine and a Ph.D. in Bioengineering from Rice University as part of the NIH Medical Scientist Training Program. He completed his residency in Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery at the University of Southern California and pursued fellowship training through the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery, completing one of the nation’s top cosmetic fellowships in Beverly Hills. Dr. Gould has collaborated with leading figures in the field, including Dr. Grant Stevens and Dr. Sheila Nazarian, where he refined his expertise in patient-centered care and advanced aesthetic techniques. An active contributor to the academic community, Dr. Gould serves as a Contributing Editor for the Aesthetic Surgery Journal. He has authored more than 120 peer-reviewed articles and over 400 presentation abstracts in reconstructive and cosmetic surgery. His certifications and affiliations include Board Certification by the American Board of Plastic Surgery, Fellowship in the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery, and service as a Contributing Editor for the Aesthetic Surgery Journal.

David Shamouelian is a double, board-certified facial plastic and reconstructive surgeon. He completed his undergraduate studies in Psychobiology at the University of California Los Angeles with Summa Cum Laude Honors. He obtained his Medical Degree at the David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA with Alpha Omega Alpha Honors. He completed his surgical residency in Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery at the University of California, Irvine Medical Center and was awarded the Resident Research Award. He completed his facial plastic surgery fellowship under the tutelage of New York City’s finest Facial Plastics Surgeons at the Lenox Hill Hospital and Manhattan Eye, Ear, Throat Hospital in the Upper East Side of Manhattan. Dr. Shamouelian is currently the Director of the Allure Aesthetic Surgery of Beverly Hills focusing on aesthetic and reconstructive surgery of the face.

Debra Phairas is the President of Practice & Liability Consultants, LLC, a nationally recognized firm focused on medical practice management and malpractice risk mitigation. Her professional background includes extensive experience in medical clinic administration, as well as serving in loss prevention management at NORCAL MUTUAL, a physician malpractice insurance provider in Northern California. Ms. Phairas holds a Bachelor of Science from Michigan State University and completed graduate coursework in the MBA Health Services Administration program at Golden Gate University in San Francisco. Over the course of her career, she has consulted with more than 2,300 medical and dental practices across a wide range of specialties and organizational structures. Her areas of expertise include practice start-up planning, operational assessments, financial analysis, mergers and acquisitions, personnel management, overhead reduction, revenue cycle enhancement, practice valuations, and physician recruitment. She has also provided guidance on partnership structuring and dispute resolution. In addition to her consulting work, Ms. Phairas is a frequent lecturer for professional societies, medical associations, and healthcare management organizations throughout the United States. She is certified as an expert witness in California, Arizona, and Washington.

Gregory Keller, MD is a board-certified facial plastic surgeon with over four decades of experience specializing in facial rejuvenation procedures, including deep plane facelifts, rhinoplasty, blepharoplasty, and laser surgery. Practicing in Santa Barbara and Beverly Hills, he is internationally recognized for his contributions to facial plastic surgery and is known for achieving natural, youthful results. He is credited with inventing the endoscopic brow lift and has published extensively on vertical deep plane facelifts and midface lifts. Dr. Keller has trained over 25 physicians in advanced surgical techniques and currently serves as Clinical Professor at UCLA, where he is also Co-Director of the UCLA/AAFPRS Facial Plastic Surgery Fellowship. He earned his undergraduate degree from DePauw University and received his M.D. from the University of Illinois, Chicago. His postgraduate training includes an internship at Santa Clara Valley Medical Center, a surgical residency at Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital, and residency in Otolaryngology at the University of Illinois, Chicago. He is certified by the American Board of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery and the American Board of Otolaryngology–Head and Neck Surgery.

Gregory Mueller, MD is a board-certified plastic surgeon who has practiced in Beverly Hills, California since 1998. He completed his medical degree at the University of Nebraska College of Medicine, followed by a general surgery residency at the University of California, Irvine (1989–1996), and an integrated plastic surgery residency at the University of Southern California / Los Angeles General Medical Center (1996–1998). Dr. Mueller is recognized for his contributions to surgical innovation, particularly in the development of light-guided suture delivery. He pioneered the use of an illuminated sewing needle and thread to facilitate the safe and accurate placement of sutures in the subcutaneous space, using light transillumination to guide suture delivery around dermal retaining ligaments and over the underlying musculature. In collaboration with Dr. Sherrell Aston, he published the percutaneous platysmaplasty technique in the Aesthetic Surgery Journal in 2012. This technique ultimately evolved into the MyEllevate procedure, which Dr. Mueller refined over nearly a decade. A pivotal multicenter study published in 2023 in the Aesthetic Surgery Journal documented 391 MyEllevate cases with a complication rate under 5%, establishing the procedure as both teachable and reproducible with consistent results. Dr. Mueller is the inventor of the ICLED Surgical System, a medical device designed for use with the MyEllevate suture matrix. The technology was acquired by Cynosure Inc. in 2021. He is also the creator of the oVio360 Dynamic Imaging System, which provides standardized and repeatable imaging with the ability to capture facial and body motion, offering insights into both the structural and functional outcomes of aesthetic interventions. Dr. Mueller has authored several textbook chapters and peer-reviewed publications and continues to teach surgeons internationally. He is a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons and a member of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons, The Aesthetic Society, and the International Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgeons.

Jacob Boeckmann, MD is a double-board certified Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon practicing in Orange County, California. He is frequently sought out for his extensive expertise in surgical and non-surgical facial rejuvenation to achieve a balanced, natural aesthetic result.  Dr. Boeckmann completed both his medical degree and residency in Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery training from the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences. Throughout his medical education and training, Dr. Boeckmann received numerous awards for medical excellence including the J. Floyd Kaiser Award for Highest Excellence in Scientific Research, The Ryan Gibson Scholarship for Excellence in Medical Education, and membership into the distinguished Alpha Omega Alpha (AOA) Medical Honor Society. Upon completion of residency training, Dr. Jacob Boeckmann then completed his fellowship in facial plastic and reconstructive surgery at the University of California-Irvine Medical Center under the leadership of Brian Wong, MD. Upon completion of fellowship, Dr. Boeckmann received the Jack R. Anderson Prize for Scholastic Excellence for achieving the highest score in the United States and Canada on the American Board of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery examination. He has authored and co-authored numerous chapters in facial plastic surgery textbooks and scientific papers for the advancement of head and neck surgery which he still continues today. Dr. Boeckmann is a co-editor of Facial Plastic And Reconstructive Surgery which is a comprehensive study guide created for facial plastic surgery fellows and advanced otolaryngology residents. Dr. Boeckmann serves as an expert reviewer for the journal of Facial Plastic Surgery & Aesthetic Medicine.  He remains dedicated to education and is actively involvedteaching surgical and non-surgical facial rejuvenation techniques as an Volunteer Associate Clinical Professor in the department of Otolaryngology Head and Neck Surgery at the University of California-Irvine Medical Center.

James Newman, MD is a board-certified facial plastic and reconstructive surgeon and the Founder and Director of Premier Plastic Surgery, with offices in Palo Alto, San Mateo, and Half Moon Bay, California. He graduated Phi Beta Kappa from Baylor University and earned his medical degree from the University of Texas Medical Branch in 1991. Dr. Newman completed his internship and residency in Otolaryngology–Head and Neck Surgery at Stanford University, followed by a fellowship in Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery at Stanford, where he also joined the faculty. With over 30 years of surgical experience, he specializes in minimally invasive techniques and offers procedures such as facelifts, rhinoplasty, and laser cosmetic surgery. Dr. Newman is affiliated with Mills-Peninsula Medical Center and Stanford Hospital.

Jason Roostaeian, MD is a board-certified plastic surgeon and Clinical Professor of Plastic Surgery at the UCLA David Geffen School of Medicine. A Los Angeles native, Dr. Roostaeian completed his undergraduate studies at UCLA, graduating summa cum laude with Phi Beta Kappa honors, and earned his medical degree at UCLA, where he received the UC Regents Scholarship, Alpha Omega Alpha recognition, and the Longmire Medal. Jason Roostaein student in surgery, Dr. Roostaeian was accepted into UCLA’s highly selective combined General Surgery and Plastic Surgery residency program, offered to just one applicant annually. He completed an Advanced Aesthetic Surgery Fellowship at the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center “one of the most respected aesthetic surgery programs in the country” followed by a Microvascular Surgery Fellowship at UCLA, specializing in complex facial, breast, and extremity reconstruction. Today, Dr. Roostaeian’s clinical practice is focused primarily on rhinoplasty, revision rhinoplasty, and facial aesthetic surgery. He also performs a select number of cosmetic breast and body procedures, as well as non-surgical facial rejuvenation. A respected educator and thought leader, Dr. Roostaeian has authored 88 peer-reviewed articles and book chapters and lectures regularly at national and international conferences. He continues to mentor and train future leaders in plastic surgery through his academic role at UCLA.

Dr. Jeannine Kofford-Jenkins is a graduate of the University of California, Irvine School of Medicine and the founder of Riviera Laser Studios, a boutique aesthetics practice located in Dana Point, California. With a dedicated focus on nonsurgical facial aesthetics, she has built a reputation for delivering natural, artistic results using advanced filler and biostimulant techniques.

Affectionately known as the “Face Artist”, Dr. Kofford-Jenkins is recognized as a pioneer in panfacial nonsurgical rejuvenation. Her innovative approach blends technical precision with artistic sensibility, making her a trusted expert among both patients and peers.

For over two decades, Dr. Kofford-Jenkins has served as a national aesthetic trainer, educating fellow providers across the country in safe and effective techniques for dermal fillers, lasers, and aesthetic consultations. She also mentors practitioners in business development and patient communication, offering insights drawn from years of real-world experience.

Dr. Kofford-Jenkins is honored to present a live filler and biostimulant demonstration at the California Pacific Society of Facial Plastic Surgery and is proud to share her expertise with colleagues at her alma mater, UCI School of Medicine.

Dr. Jonathan M. Sykes is a renowned facial plastic surgeon and academic leader who served as the Director of Facial Plastic Surgery at the University of California, Davis Medical Center for over 30 years. A full professor, he has edited six textbooks and authored more than 200 scientific articles and book chapters. An internationally sought-after lecturer, Dr. Sykes has delivered over 1,000 lectures globally and reviewed for leading journals such as Archives of Facial Plastic Surgery and Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery. With expertise in rhinoplasty, aging-related surgeries, and Facial Feminization Surgery (FFS), he has performed over 20,000 surgical procedures and trained 75 residents and 25 fellows in facial plastic surgery. A former president of the AAFPRS, Dr. Sykes is dedicated to advancing education, research, and global surgical training.

Kevin Sadati, D.O. is a board-certified facial plastic and reconstructive surgeon with extensive training in general cosmetic and reconstructive surgery. He earned scholarships to complete undergraduate degrees in Molecular Neurobiology & Cell Biology and Near Eastern History & Literature at the University of California, Berkeley. He later conducted wound healing research at the University of California, San Francisco, before obtaining his medical degree from Midwestern University/Chicago College of Osteopathic Medicine. Dr. Sadati completed his rotating internship at Michigan State University, Metropolitan Hospital, and continued his training in General Surgery and Otolaryngology–Head & Neck Surgery at the Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine. He went on to complete fellowship training in general cosmetic and reconstructive surgery in Lynnwood, Washington, through a program accredited by the American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery. Dr. Sadati is a Diplomate of the American Osteopathic Board of Otolaryngology–Head & Neck Surgery and Facial Plastic Surgery and a Fellow of the American Osteopathic College of Otolaryngology. He is also certified by the Osteopathic Medical Board of California.

Dr. Michelle Arnold is an Otolaryngologist and fellowship-trained facial plastic and reconstructive surgeon who served in the United States Navy for 27 years. Throughout her military career, she provided surgical care to service members and their families, specializing in reconstructive procedures, facial trauma, and aesthetic enhancements. Her tenure included leadership roles at the Naval Medical Center and training of Otolaryngology residents. Since retiring from the Navy, she continues work full time in clinical practice and other administrative roles. Outside of work, she enjoys the outdoors, and spending time with her husband, sons, dogs, and friends.

Dr. Randal Pham is an oculofacial plastic surgeon practicing in the Silicon Valley. He is affiliated with California Northstate University College of Medicine. He completed an oculoplastic surgery fellowship with Sterling S. Baker at Cimarron Eye Center and a facial plastic surgery fellowship with P. David Hunter at University of Oklahoma, Oklahoma City.

Saami Khalifian MD, FAAD, is a double board-certified cosmetic dermatologist, CEO and founder of SOM Aesthetics in Encinitas, California, Chief Medical Editor of Modern  Aesthetics  Magazine, and Executive Medical Director for Allergan Medical Institute throughout the United States. He earned his medical degree at Johns Hopkins, completed dermatology residency at Harvard, and has extensive training in dermatologic surgery and cutaneous immunology. His research began with efforts to reduce immunosuppression in hand and face transplantation and now drives multicenter clinical trials that advance injectable fillers, neuromodulators, regenerative medicine, and energy based devices. A frequent keynote speaker and principal investigator for leading aesthetic companies, Dr. Saami pairs rigorous science with practical education to improve patient safety and outcomes. Beyond medicine he is an avid adventure traveler and passionate snowboarder.

Serena Mraz, M.D. is a board-certified cosmetic dermatologist who integrates regenerative medicine and wellness to help patients achieve optimal aging from the inside out. With a passion for personalized, patient-centered care, Dr. Mraz combines advanced dermatologic expertise with a holistic approach to skin health and aesthetic outcomes. Dr. Mraz earned her B.S. in Combined Sciences from Santa Clara University and her M.D. from Tufts University School of Medicine in Boston. She completed an Internal Medicine residency at Stanford University Hospital, followed by advanced fellowship training in Melanoma at the University of California, San Francisco, and in Cutaneous Lymphoma at Stanford University. She subsequently completed her Dermatology residency at Stanford University Medical Center. With a unique background that bridges medical dermatology, oncology, and aesthetic medicine, Dr. Mraz is dedicated to advancing the field through innovative therapies that promote both external appearance and internal wellness.

Steve Yoelin, MD is a board-certified ophthalmologist with over two decades of experience in minimally invasive medical aesthetics, including dermal fillers, neuromodulators, and fat reduction techniques. He operates a private practice in Newport Beach, California, that is focused exclusively on injectable aesthetic procedures and is built entirely on repeat patients and word-of-mouth referrals. Dr. Yoelin received his Doctor of Medicine degree from the University of California, Irvine, where he also completed his residency in ophthalmology. He earned his undergraduate degree in agricultural science and management, magna cum laude, from the University of California, Davis, and was inducted into The Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phi. He has served as a clinical investigator in numerous Phase I through IV clinical trials and has authored or co-authored multiple peer-reviewed publications, abstracts, and presentations. Dr. Yoelin has also been awarded several patents for his research contributions. In addition to his clinical work, he serves as a strategic advisor to a range of companies in the aesthetics industry, from early-stage startups to established multinational firms. A sought-after educator, Dr. Yoelin has trained thousands of clinicians globally through industry-sponsored programs and continuing medical education courses. He is widely regarded as a leader in the medical aesthetics field, combining clinical experience with a strong background in research and teaching.

Zakia Rahman, M.D. is a Clinical Professor of Dermatology at Stanford University and Assistant Chief at the Livermore Division of the Palo Alto VA Health Care System (PAVAHCS). She serves as Director of the Resident Laser and Aesthetic Clinic and is actively involved in leadership and mentorship through her roles on the American Academy of Dermatology Diversity Committee, the Stanford Physician Wellness Committee, and the Stanford School of Medicine Faculty Senate, where she served as Chair from 2020 to 2022. Dr. Rahman earned her M.D. from the University of Illinois College of Medicine in 1998, following a B.A. with honors in Biological Sciences from the University of Chicago, which she completed in just three years. She completed her internship in Internal Medicine at Yale-New Haven Hospital, followed by both residency and fellowship in Dermatology and Skin of Color at St. Luke’s-Roosevelt Hospital Center, Columbia University. Board-certified in Dermatology and Dermatologic Surgery, Dr. Rahman’s clinical interests span geriatric and surgical dermatology, laser treatments, ethnic skin, and the medical and aesthetic use of fillers and neuromodulators. Her research focuses on laser therapies and skin of color. She has been recognized with numerous awards, including the 2023 Melanie Grossman Award for Leadership, Mentorship, and Advocacy for Women in Medical Science and the 2017 AAD Presidential Citation for advancing diversity in dermatology.

Kevin F. Kevorkian, MD is a board-certified facial plastic and reconstructive surgeon with a private practice in Beverly Hills, California. Dual-certified by the American Board of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery and the American Board of Otolaryngology–Head and Neck Surgery, Dr. Kevorkian has over two decades of experience in cosmetic and functional procedures of the face and neck. Dr. Kevorkian completed both his medical and master’s degrees at the University of Southern California School of Medicine. He went on to complete residency training in Otolaryngology–Head and Neck Surgery at the UCLA David Geffen School of Medicine/UCLA Medical Center, followed by a fellowship in Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery at the University of Southern California/LAC+USC Medical Center.