Cosmetic Surgery

Meet Jillian, Plastic Surgery Patient Care Coordinator - November 11, 2025 - La Jolla Cosmetic Surgery Centre
With over a decade of experience in cosmetic surgery, Jillian combines professionalism with creativity and compassion to make every patient feel comfortable and confident. She believes that research and education are key to feeling empowered, and she’s always happy to help you navigate your options.
She completed her associate’s in Visual Communications and bachelor’s in Multimedia in only three years, all while working as an event coordinator and booking manager. That experience taught her how to organize complex schedules and create memorable, stress-free experiences—something she brings to every patient she works with today.
Links
Learn more about Jillian https://www.ljcsc.com/about/meet-the-team/patient-coordinators/jillian/
Learn from the talented plastic surgeons inside La Jolla Cosmetic Surgery Centre, the 12x winner of the San Diego’s Best Union-Tribune Readers Poll, global winner of the 2020 MyFaceMyBody Best Cosmetic/Plastic Surgery Practice, and the 2025 winner of Best Cosmetic Surgery Group in San Diego Magazine’s Best of San Diego Awards.
Join hostess Monique Ramsey as she takes you inside LJCSC, where dreams become real. Featuring the unique expertise of San Diego’s most loved plastic surgeons, this podcast covers the latest trends in aesthetic surgery, including breast augmentation, breast implant removal, tummy tuck, mommy makeover, labiaplasty, facelifts and rhinoplasty.
La Jolla Cosmetic Surgery Centre is located just off the I-5 San Diego Freeway at 9850 Genesee Ave, Suite 130 in the Ximed building on the Scripps Memorial Hospital campus.
To learn more, go to https://www.ljcsc.com/or follow the team on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/ljcsc/
Watch the LJCSC Dream Team on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@LaJollaCosmeticSurgeryCentre/
The La Jolla Cosmetic Surgery Podcast is a production of The Axis: https://www.theaxis.io/
Theme music: Busy People, SOOP
Contents of the video:
00:00 - Intro
00:21 - How Jillian helps patients in our practice
00:47 - How Jillian ended up in aesthetics and at LJCSC
01:50 - What Jillian enjoys most about being a patient coordinator
02:20 - Jillian’s first impressions of LJCSC
02:55 - Jillian’s background in aesthetics
03:44 - A patient whose story stood out to me
04:52 - Jillian’s upbringing
05:46 - Places in San Diego everyone should visit
07:25 - Advice to someone coming to LJCSC for the first time
08:30 - Jillian’s favorite Alastin product
09:45 - Outro
How Plastic Surgeons Handle Emergencies After Hours at LJCSC - November 10, 2025 - La Jolla Cosmetic Surgery Centre
When something unexpected happens after surgery, what really goes down? San Diego plastic surgeon Dr. Hector Salazar explains the 3 AM plan—yes, he picks up the phone, checks photos, FaceTimes you, and if needed, heads straight to the OR.
Full podcast episode: https://youtu.be/CclK9V99lUw
Learn more about La Jolla Cosmetic Surgery Centre https://www.ljcsc.com/about/about-us/
Tired of Being Asked if You’re Tired? This Could Be Why - November 8, 2025 - La Jolla Cosmetic Surgery Centre
Did you know heavy upper eyelids can cause headaches, wrinkles, and even limit your peripheral vision? Learn the differences between upper and lower eyelid concerns and how surgery can help you look and feel more refreshed from San Diego facial plastic surgeon Dr. Kiersten Riedler.
Full podcast episode: https://youtu.be/_17GsKtrcCA
Learn more about eyelid surgery https://www.ljcsc.com/procedures/cosmetic-surgery/face-hair/eyelid-surgery/
How To Avoid Side Effects From Weight Loss Injections - November 7, 2025 - La Jolla Cosmetic Surgery Centre
Weight loss injections can come with side effects like nausea, headaches, or bloating, but there are ways to prevent them. San Diego weight loss program director Dr. Gerald Haas shares tips on timing your shots, eating the right foods, and maintaining protein.
Full podcast episode: https://youtu.be/jwPuMrvgqlA
Learn more about the Signature Skinny Shot prescription weight loss programs https://www.ljcsc.com/procedures/cosmetic-surgery/body/prescription-weight-loss-programs/
Cellulite, Obesity or Lipedema? Why Your Fat Isn’t Your Fault - November 6, 2025 - La Jolla Cosmetic Surgery Centre
Many women with lipedema are misdiagnosed as “just overweight,” leaving them frustrated, ashamed, and in pain. San Diego massage therapist Linda-Anne Kahn breaks down the differences between obesity, cellulite, and lipedema—and why proper diagnosis can change lives.
Full podcast episode on lipedema treatment: https://youtu.be/xpXMGprpBKE
Learn more about lipedema treatment https://www.ljcsc.com/procedures/cosmetic-surgery/body/lipedema/
Meet Gretchell, Visual Storyteller - November 4, 2025 - La Jolla Cosmetic Surgery Centre
Meet Gretchell, LJCSC’s talented video content specialist and the creative mind behind so many of the stories you see on our social media.
She started here as a medical photographer, capturing before-and-after photos, but her knack for storytelling and video editing quickly stood out. With encouragement from Dr. Swistun, Dr. Salazar, and the team, Gretchell turned her passion for videography into a full-time role, helping bring our patients’ journeys to life in a fresh, authentic way.
A bit camera-shy herself, Gretchell has a natural way of putting people at ease. She knows how it feels to be on the other side of the lens and uses that empathy to make patients feel comfortable, confident, and seen.
Outside of LJCSC, she runs her own photography business and loves spending time on creative projects—especially fun arts and crafts with her daughter.
Read more about Gretchell https://www.ljcsc.com/about/meet-the-team/administrative-team/gretchell/
Subscribe to LJCSC on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@LaJollaCosmeticSurgeryCentre and follow us on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/ljcsc/to view all of Gretchell’s lovely content
Follow Gretchell’s photography account on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/gmafongphotog/
Learn from the talented plastic surgeons inside La Jolla Cosmetic Surgery Centre, the 12x winner of the San Diego’s Best Union-Tribune Readers Poll, global winner of the 2020 MyFaceMyBody Best Cosmetic/Plastic Surgery Practice, and the 2025 winner of Best Cosmetic Surgery Group in San Diego Magazine’s Best of San Diego Awards.
Join hostess Monique Ramsey as she takes you inside LJCSC, where dreams become real. Featuring the unique expertise of San Diego’s most loved plastic surgeons, this podcast covers the latest trends in aesthetic surgery, including breast augmentation, breast implant removal, tummy tuck, mommy makeover, labiaplasty, facelifts and rhinoplasty.
La Jolla Cosmetic Surgery Centre is located just off the I-5 San Diego Freeway at 9850 Genesee Ave, Suite 130 in the Ximed building on the Scripps Memorial Hospital campus.
To learn more, go to https://www.ljcsc.com/or follow the team on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/ljcsc/
Watch the LJCSC Dream Team on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@LaJollaCosmeticSurgeryCentre/
The La Jolla Cosmetic Surgery Podcast is a production of The Axis: https://www.theaxis.io/
Theme music: Busy People, SOOP
Contents of this video:
00:00 - Intro
00:38 - A day in the life of a plastic surgery videographer
02:20 - What drew me to visual storytelling
04:24 - Gretchell’s passion for visual storytelling
06:35 - Gretchell’s favorite content to shoot
08:00 - How I help patients feel comfortable on camera
08:48 - What led Gretchell to aesthetics
13:45 - Gretchell’s life growing up
15:59 - Gretchell outside the office
21:10 - My advice to someone coming to LJCSC for the first time
23:50 - Subscribe and save on ALASTIN
26:12 -Takeaways and outro
What Happens When Plastic Surgeons Work Together Will Surprise You - October 28, 2025 - La Jolla Cosmetic Surgery Centre
Most plastic surgeons work alone, but Dr. Hector Salazar shares what it’s like to be part of something different: a six-surgeon practice built entirely on collaboration and patient-centered care. At LJCSC, individuality and artistry meet shared values and consistency, creating a team dynamic that’s as rare as it is rewarding.
Dr. Salazar explains how this model benefits both surgeons and patients. Each doctor brings a unique perspective, yet all share the same foundation of safety, ethics, and excellence.
You experience seamless care, even when a surgeon is unavailable, thanks to a trusted team and shared systems that keep communication smooth and results consistent. Behind the scenes, experienced nurses and staff anticipate each surgeon’s approach, ensuring you feel known, supported, and at home.
Listen to learn how teamwork shapes better outcomes, and why LJCSC’s collaborative model sets a new standard in aesthetic care.
Links
Learn more about La Jolla Cosmetic Surgery Centre https://www.ljcsc.com/about/about-us/
Meet San Diego plastic surgeon Dr. Hector Salazar-Reyes https://www.ljcsc.com/about/meet-the-team/plastic-surgeons/dr-hector-salazar-reyes/
Follow Dr. Salazar on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/hectorsalazarmd
Learn from the talented plastic surgeons inside La Jolla Cosmetic Surgery Centre, the 12x winner of the San Diego’s Best Union-Tribune Readers Poll, global winner of the 2020 MyFaceMyBody Best Cosmetic/Plastic Surgery Practice, and the 2025 winner of Best Cosmetic Surgery Group in San Diego Magazine’s Best of San Diego Awards.
Join hostess Monique Ramsey as she takes you inside LJCSC, where dreams become real. Featuring the unique expertise of San Diego’s most loved plastic surgeons, this podcast covers the latest trends in aesthetic surgery, including breast augmentation, breast implant removal, tummy tuck, mommy makeover, labiaplasty, facelifts and rhinoplasty.
La Jolla Cosmetic Surgery Centre is located just off the I-5 San Diego Freeway at 9850 Genesee Ave, Suite 130 in the Ximed building on the Scripps Memorial Hospital campus.
To learn more, go to https://www.ljcsc.com/or follow the team on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/ljcsc/
Watch the LJCSC Dream Team on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@LaJollaCosmeticSurgeryCentre/
The La Jolla Cosmetic Surgery Podcast is a production of The Axis: https://www.theaxis.io/
Theme music: Busy People, SOOP
Contents of this video:
00:00 - Intro
00:50 - The power of a 6 plastic surgeon team
02:26 - The benefits of a group practice
04:28 - How we continue to improve with new techniques
08:11 - How we ensure consistent care and results
12:25 - The day-to-day at a team practice
15:26 - After hours care at a team plastic surgery practice
17:07 - What if my plastic surgeon is out of town?
20:21 - Takeaways & outro