Meet Our Medical Editors

At La Jolla Cosmetic Surgery Centre, our mission is to provide unsurpassed patient care. That commitment includes offering objective, evidence-based information about our plastic surgery procedures. Our editorial standards ensure that our team of medical professionals, led by Medical Director Dr. John D. Smoot, review our website’s content.

Our plastic surgeons and aesthetic specialists evaluate the content to ensure it is accurate and up to date. You can learn more about the background and training of our specialists by following the links below.

Medical Director

John D. Smoot, M.D., FACS—Plastic Surgeon

Speciality Medical Editors

Johan Brahme, M.D.—Plastic Surgeon

Hector Salazar-Reyes, M.D., FACS—Plastic Surgeon

Lukasz “Luke” Swistun, M.D.—Plastic Surgeon

Kiersten L. Riedler, M.D.–Plastic Surgeon

Lauren Amico Reed, PA-C, MMS—Director of Aesthetic Services

Brittany Haley, RN, BSN—Injectable & Laser Specialist

Khanh Nguyen, FNP-C, MSN—Thread Lift, Injectable, & Laser Specialist