I believe in creating a natural look with Medical Aesthetics, and empowering patients to feel beautiful from within.

Balance between functional movement and stillness is my aim with Botox and Dysport. Facial expression is how we connect with others, and some movement is important to retain.  On the other hand, many patients prefer to eliminate movement between the eyebrows that results in frown lines.

With dermal fillers, I aim for a natural look, with improved volume and symmetry, for a more refreshed, youthful appearance.  I truly enjoy the artistry of medical aesthetics, to which I bring my individual care, attention to detail, and many years in a procedure-rich medical specialty as an Ophthalmologist (eye MD).  I enjoy connecting with my patients, and supporting Beauty from within.

Welcome!

I believe in creating a natural look with Medical Aesthetics, and empowering patients to feel beautiful from within.

Facial expression is how we connect with others, and some functional movement is important to retain.  On the other hand, many patients prefer to eliminate movement between the eyebrows that results in frown lines.  This balance between movement and stillness is my aim with Botox and Dysport.

With dermal fillers, I aim for a natural look, with improved volume and symmetry, for a more refreshed, youthful appearance.  I truly enjoy the artistry of medical aesthetics, to which I bring my individual care, attention to detail, and many years in a procedure-rich medical specialty as an Ophthalmologist (eye MD).  I enjoy connecting with my patients, and supporting Beauty from within.

Training and Certification:
Aesthetic Medical Educators Training, Certificate of Completion, Botulinum Toxins & Dermal Fillers, Denver, CO (July 2016)
Ophthalmology Residency (July 1999 – June 2002), University of Michigan Kellogg Eye Center, Ann Arbor, MI
Transitional Medical Internship (July 1998 – June 1999), Presbyterian/St. Luke’s Hospital, Denver, CO
M.D. Vanderbilt University School of Medicine (May 1998), Nashville, TN
B.S.   Hope College (May 1992), Major: Biology, Summa Cum Laude

Board Certification & Licensing:
Board Certified, American Board of Ophthalmology, May 2004, Re-certified 2015
California State Medical License, active
DEA and controlled substance license, current

Honors:         
Alpha Omega Alpha (AOA) Honor Medical Society, 1997
Canby Robinson Society Scholarship (full tuition), Vanderbilt Medical School, 1994-1998
Microbes and Defense Academic Honor Society, Vanderbilt Medical School, 1995-1998
Phi Beta Kappa, Hope College, 1992
Hope College Presidential Scholarship, 1988-1992
Mortar Board National Honor Society, Hope College, 1991-1992
Tri Beta Biological Honor Society, Hope College
Sigma Xi Scientific Research Society, Hope College, 1992

Training and Certification:
Aesthetic Medical Educators Training, Certificate of Completion, Botulinum Toxins & Dermal Fillers, Denver, CO (July 2016)
Ophthalmology Residency (July 1999 – June 2002), University of Michigan Kellogg Eye Center, Ann Arbor, MI
Transitional Medical Internship (July 1998 – June 1999), Presbyterian/St. Luke’s Hospital, Denver, CO
M.D. Vanderbilt University School of Medicine (May 1998), Nashville, TN
B.S.   Hope College (May 1992), Major: Biology, Summa Cum Laude

Board Certification & Licensing:
Board Certified, American Board of Ophthalmology, May 2004, Re-certified 2015
California State Medical License, active
DEA and controlled substance license, current

Honors:         
Alpha Omega Alpha (AOA) Honor Medical Society, 1997
Canby Robinson Society Scholarship (full tuition), Vanderbilt Medical School, 1994-1998
Microbes and Defense Academic Honor Society, Vanderbilt Medical School, 1995-1998
Phi Beta Kappa, Hope College, 1992
Hope College Presidential Scholarship, 1988-1992
Mortar Board National Honor Society, Hope College, 1991-1992
Tri Beta Biological Honor Society, Hope College
Sigma Xi Scientific Research Society, Hope College, 1992

Training and Certification:
Aesthetic Medical Educators Training, Certificate of Completion, Botulinum Toxins & Dermal Fillers, Denver, CO (July 2016)
Ophthalmology Residency (July 1999 – June 2002), University of Michigan Kellogg Eye Center, Ann Arbor, MI
Transitional Medical Internship (July 1998 – June 1999), Presbyterian/St. Luke’s Hospital, Denver, CO
M.D. Vanderbilt University School of Medicine (May 1998), Nashville, TN
B.S.   Hope College (May 1992), Major: Biology, Summa Cum Laude

Board Certification & Licensing:
Board Certified, American Board of Ophthalmology, May 2004, Re-certified 2015
California State Medical License, active
DEA and controlled substance license, current

Honors:         
Alpha Omega Alpha (AOA) Honor Medical Society, 1997
Canby Robinson Society Scholarship (full tuition), Vanderbilt Medical School, 1994-1998
Microbes and Defense Academic Honor Society, Vanderbilt Medical School, 1995-1998
Phi Beta Kappa, Hope College, 1992
Hope College Presidential Scholarship, 1988-1992
Mortar Board National Honor Society, Hope College, 1991-1992
Tri Beta Biogical Honor Society, Hope College
Sigma Xi Scientific Research Society, Hope College, 1992