La Jolla Cosmetic Surgery Centre
9850 Genesee Ave Suite 130
La Jolla, CA 92037
Call: (858) 452-1981 Text: (858) 203-2944
Monday–Friday: 7:30 a.m.–6 p.m.
![[The La Jolla Cosmetic Surgery Podcast cover art] Medical & cosmetic tattoo artist Vanessa Dougherty tattooing a woman](https://www.ljcsc.com/content/uploads/2025/07/LJC202-blog.jpg)
Watch: Listen: You’ve had the surgery, the swelling’s gone, and your results are settling in, but there’s one final detail that can really complete the transformation. Vanessa Dougherty is a tattoo artist who specializes in scar camouflage and restorative micropigmentation. She works closely with plastic surgeons to help patients take their results to the next …
![[The La Jolla Cosmetic Surgery Podcast cover art] Photos of the San Diego nonprofit Las Patronas](https://www.ljcsc.com/content/uploads/2025/07/LJC201-blog-NEW-2.jpg)
Watch: Listen: For 79 years, Las Patronas has been one of San Diego’s most quietly powerful forces for good, fueling vital work in supporting the arts, people with disabilities, underserved youth, healthcare, and more. Rowena Treitler, president of Las Patronas, shares the story behind this all-women, all-volunteer organization. She shares how it started, how La …
If the first thing you notice about your profile is a bump on your nose, you're not alone—but you're not stuck with it. That bump, known as a dorsal hump, is one of the most common reasons people seek rhinoplasty (aka, a nose job). At our San Diego practice, we’ve helped countless patients wondering how …
Are you ready to put the focus back on yourself after pregnancy, nursing, or weight loss? Understanding cost in San Diego is an important first step on your journey to regaining confidence and rejuvenating your body. As you conduct your research and examine your budget, it's helpful to understand that your total mommy makeover investment …
If you're eager to sculpt and define your body contours, there’s no doubt that can be a life-changing procedure. But before committing, it’s natural to ask, how much does liposuction cost in San Diego? The answer depends on several key factors, including your treatment areas, surgical goals, and the expertise of your provider. Below, we’ll …
![[200 Episodes Later Our Best Moments Yet!] Monique and Hannah on our 200th podcast episode](https://www.ljcsc.com/content/uploads/2025/06/LJC200-thumbnail-1024x576.jpg)
Watch: Listen: Monique and Hannah take a walk down memory lane, reflecting on the moments that make this podcast so loved by our patients and listeners all over the world. For four years, we’ve shared real patient stories, expert insights, and clear, honest education about the procedures we do. In this celebratory 200th episode of …
![[The La Jolla Cosmetic Surgery Podcast cover art] Dr. Johan Brahme smiling at a female patient during a consultation](https://www.ljcsc.com/content/uploads/2025/06/LJC199-blog.jpg)
Watch: Listen: You find yourself looking in the mirror after major weight loss and thinking, “Where do I even begin?” Loose skin on your stomach, thighs, arms, or butt feels overwhelming, and Googling “body lift” only adds to the confusion. Can you do it all at once? Should you? San Diego plastic surgeon Dr. Johan …
![[The La Jolla Cosmetic Podcast cover art] lymphatic drainage specialist Kathleen Lisson](https://www.ljcsc.com/content/uploads/2025/06/LJC198-blog.jpg)
Watch: Listen: After surgery like facelifts, tummy tucks, liposuction, or BBLs, swelling and stiffness can stick around. Lymphatic drainage can make a big difference in your recovery. Planning your post-op care ahead of time is just as important as choosing the right procedure, and not all lymphatic massages are the same. To support healing, you …
![[The La Jolla Cosmetic Podcast cover art] Cynthia, Plastic Surgery Medical Assistant](https://www.ljcsc.com/content/uploads/2025/06/LJC197-blog.jpg)
Watch: Listen: With over 10 years of experience as a medical assistant, Cynthia wears many hats at LJCSC. Whether she’s at the front desk greeting patients, answering phone calls, helping with scheduling, or in the back assisting with rooming and follow-up procedures, she’s always ready to jump in wherever she’s needed. Cynthia knew right out …
![[The La Jolla Cosmetic Podcast cover art] Dr. Luke Swistun smiling at a female patient during a consultation](https://www.ljcsc.com/content/uploads/2025/05/LJC196-blog.jpg)
Watch: Listen: Think you’re too young—or too old—for plastic surgery? You’re not alone. Whether you’re in your 20s and wondering if it’s “too soon” or in your 70s questioning if it’s “too late,” age alone shouldn’t be the deciding factor. Instead of waiting for the “perfect” age, it’s more helpful to focus on what you’d …