People Of La Jolla Cosmetic Episodes
March 4, 2025
Meet Amber, Plastic Surgery Photographer & Marketing Specialist
Amber, our talented medical photographer, is stepping in front of the camera for a change to introduce herself. She’s the friendly face behind your before-and-after photos and keeps track of your progress if you’re on our weight loss program.
She has...
Dec. 10, 2024
Meet Lauren: Signature Skinny Shot Weight Loss Program Patient Coordinator
As our friendly and supportive patient coordinator for the Signature Skinny Shot weight loss program, Lauren is here to guide you every step of the way on your weight loss journey, ensuring you feel confident and cared for.
With her certification as...
Oct. 22, 2024
Meet Jessica: Patient Care Coordinator
Jessica’s philosophy is simple: if something bothers you and you can change it, why not? She loves seeing people’s confidence blossom after their procedures.
As a Patient Care Coordinator, Jessica is the friendly voice you’ll hear first when you...
Oct. 1, 2024
Meet Jason: Skinny Shot Clinical Lead & Operating Room Nurse
Jason is a key player at LJC, leading our Signature Skinny Shot program and overseeing patient care efforts in the pre-op area and recovery room.
Jason's nursing background and expertise in health education make him the perfect guide to help you...
May 21, 2024
Ask Me Anything with Dr. Johan Brahme, Plastic Surgeon
Who qualifies for liposuction vs. a tummy tuck? What are the different options available for enhancing your lips?
Dr. Johan Brahme brings his 30+ years of experience as a plastic surgeon to answer patient questions live, including:
- When...
May 14, 2024
Meet Amy: Business Services
Amy brings passion to everything she does at LJC. From the front desk to managing accounts to IT support, she's our go-to guru for everything.
Amy’s expertise in plastic surgery goes beyond her two decades of experience at work, she’s also a...
April 16, 2024
Insights & Surprises from 30 Years in Plastic Surgery with Dr. Johan Brahme
To honor his 20th anniversary with LJCSC, plastic surgeon Dr. Johan Brahme shares his perspective on how the specialty of plastic surgery has evolved throughout his three-decade career.
Hear how techniques have advanced to help patients get the most...
Feb. 6, 2024
Meet The Team: Gerald Haas, MD - Anesthesiologist & Director of Medical Weight Loss
Dr. Jerry Haas has been at LJC helping patients feel comfortable and well cared for before, during, and after surgery for over 25 years.
When Dr. Haas isn’t by patients’ side during surgery, he’s there throughout their weight loss journey to help...
Jan. 4, 2024
Meet the Team: John Smoot, MD, Plastic Surgeon
Dr. John Smoot knew from the time he was a teenager that he wanted to be a doctor and work with his hands. Today, the highlight of his work is the confidence he brings to people who felt like their outer appearance could match their self-image better....
Oct. 3, 2023
Meet the Team: Cristina, RN, Lead Nurse for Plastic Surgeon Dr. Johan Brahme
A native of Sweden, Cristina completed her nursing training and served for 9 years as a trauma nurse before moving to the US.
She fell in love with aesthetic medicine because of how nurturing and life-changing the work can be, and uses her personal...
May 16, 2023
Meet the Team: Jennifer Franz, RN, BSN
Jennifer Franz, RN, BSN, loves building relationships and customizing treatment plans tailored to her patients. One highlight of coming to work at our La Jolla medical spa each day is educating patients on why she recommends certain treatments.
As a...
May 2, 2023
Celebrating 100 Episodes with Dr. Merrel Olesen and Marie Olesen
Since 1988, La Jolla Cosmetic founders Dr. Merrel and Marie Olesen have dedicated their lives to delivering the best possible experiences for cosmetic patients, encouraging staff to also put their hearts into every patient interaction.
From sending...
April 25, 2023
Meet the Team: Diana Breister Ghosh, MD, Plastic Surgeon
After 20 years in her own private practice here in San Diego, Dr. Diana Breister recently joined LJC’s dream team. With her personalized care and wide range of specializations, from breast surgery to face and neck lifts and beyond, Dr. Breister has a...
March 23, 2023
Celebrating Carlsbad with Marie & Austin
Marie Olesen and Austin Schroeder reflect on the journey from an empty space to the grand opening of the new La Jolla Cosmetic Medical Spa in Carlsbad.
Hear what you can expect when you walk through the doors of the new Carlsbad location for the...
Feb. 28, 2023
Meet the Team: Anastasia Chu, PA-C
Anastasia Chu, PA-C, has a passion for aesthetics driven by psychology, firmly believing that when people feel confident in their appearance, their quality of life is improved. She discovered Botox through its use to treat migraines while practicing...