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.
![[The La Jolla Cosmetic Surgery Podcast cover art] A patient getting a breast ultrasound with Dr. Hector Salazar-Reyes](https://www.ljcsc.com/content/uploads/2025/07/LJC203-blog.jpg)
Watch: Listen: Since silicone gel breast implant ruptures are silent and don’t cause symptoms, they can go undetected for a very long time. Even though an MRI is recommended to check for ruptures three years after surgery and every two years after …
![[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 …
![[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 …
![[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, …
![[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 “” only adds to the confusion. Can you do …
![[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 …
![[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, …
![[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 …
![[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] Dr. Hector Salazar talking to a patient during a consultation](https://www.ljcsc.com/content/uploads/2025/05/LJC194-blog.jpg)
Watch: Listen: Not sure you even want plastic surgery because the whole recovery thing feels like a mystery? We totally get it, and we’re demystifying it for you. Knowing what to expect during recovery makes all the difference. The truth is, those …
