La Jolla Cosmetic Surgery Centre
9850 Genesee Ave Suite 130
La Jolla, CA 92037
Call: (858) 452-1981 Text: (858) 203-2944
M–F: 7:30 a.m.–6 p.m.
LISTEN WATCH Six months after her breast implants came out, a young woman handed Dr. Luke Swistun a full, untouched bottle of Xanax — the same prescription she had been burning through at three to four pills a day before the explant. …
Watch Listen Nearly four years ago, Janelle woke up from breast explant surgery, placed her hands on her chest, and felt free for the first time in 22 years. She's back to share what life looks like on the other side: not …
![[The La Jolla Cosmetic Surgery Podcast cover art] San Diego plastic surgeon Dr. John Smoot smiling into the distance](https://www.ljcsc.com/content/uploads/2025/12/LJC223-blog.jpg)
Watch: Listen: Nearly 40 years, thousands of patients, and a career that started unexpectedly in a National Guard medical unit—Dr. John Smoot’s story is full of the wisdom, wins, and lessons you only get from a lifetime in plastic surgery. Dr. Smoot …
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Get your jingle on! Who doesn't love a good holiday playlist?! Whether you're decking the halls, wrapping presents, or just need a little extra ✨ sparkle ✨ in your day, we've got you covered with our favorite fa la la la faves. …
![[The La Jolla Cosmetic Surgery Podcast cover art] San Diego plastic surgeons Dr. Hector Salazar, Dr. John Smoot, Dr. Diana Breister, Dr. Luke Swistun, Dr. Kiersten Riedler, and Dr. Johan Brahme](https://www.ljcsc.com/content/uploads/2025/10/LJC216-blog.jpg)
Watch: Listen: 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 …
![[The La Jolla Cosmetic Surgery Podcast cover art] Kayla, Clinic Manager and Lead for Dr. Luke Swistun](https://www.ljcsc.com/content/uploads/2025/08/LJC206-blog.jpg)
Watch: Listen: In 2019, Kayla joined the LJCSC dream team as a patient care coordinator and quickly grew into leadership roles thanks to her strong clinical background and deep empathy for patients. Today, she’s the Clinic Manager and Lead for Dr. Luke …
![[The La Jolla Cosmetic Podcast cover art] LJCSC medical assistant Juliana](https://www.ljcsc.com/content/uploads/2025/05/LJC195-blog.jpg)
Watch: Listen: Juliana is often the first friendly face you’ll see after meeting with a coordinator. As a medical assistant, she loves being part of your journey and seeing your transformation from consult to post-op care. Juliana’s passion for plastic surgery and …
![[The La Jolla Cosmetic Podcast cover art] Patient Karen before (left) and after (right) the Signature Skinny Shot program](https://www.ljcsc.com/content/uploads/2025/03/LJC189-blog.jpg)
Watch: Listen: When Karen couldn’t shake that last 20 pounds, she considered liposuction. But between the cost and the downtime, it just didn’t feel like the right fit for her busy life. That’s when she decided to give weight loss medication a …
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At La Jolla Cosmetic Surgery Centre, we're embracing the spirit with a collection of our favorite holiday songs. Cozy up, pour yourself some hot cocoa, and enjoy these festive tunes hand-picked by our team. We'd love to hear what songs make your …
![[The La Jolla Cosmetic Podcast cover art] Monique with her festive coffee mug](https://www.ljcsc.com/content/uploads/2024/11/Copy-of-blog-featured-image-3.jpg)
Watch: Listen: With some amazing members of the LJCSC Dream Team, Monique & friends chat about the heartwarming traditions, favorite dishes, and unforgettable memories that make the holidays so special. From putting up Christmas trees extra early to savoring unique family recipes, …
