The La Jolla Cosmetic Surgery Podcast - With San Diego’s Most Loved Plastic Surgeons

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Go beyond the surface with insights from the plastic surgery experts at La Jolla Cosmetic Surgery Centre. Dive deep into the latest advancements, patient stories, and the artistry behind cosmetic surgery from a globally recognized practice, the 12x winner of the San Diego’s Best Union-Tribune Readers Poll, and the 2025 winner of Best Cosmetic Surgery Group in San Diego Magazine’s Best of San Diego Awards.With your hostess Monique Ramsey, we take you inside LJCSC, the place where dreams become real, featuring San Diego’s most loved plastic surgeons as our cosmetic surgery experts.Johan Brahme, MD, Plastic Surgeon: Practicing at La Jolla Cosmetic Surgery Centre since 2004, Dr. Brahme is a double board certified plastic surgeon with a stellar reputation for his kind bedside manner, commitment to safety, and beautiful aesthetic surgery results.  Dr. Brahme is a past president of the San Diego Plastic Surgery Society and a member of both the American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS) and The Aesthetic Society (formerly ASAPS).John Smoot, MD, Plastic Surgeon: During his 30+ years as a board certified plastic surgeon in San Diego, Dr. John Smoot has earned a reputation for providing excellent care & beautiful cosmetic surgery results. With an extraordinary depth of skill and experience in plastic surgery, he well-known for advanced scar-reducing techniques with breast lift surgery and the highly effective internal bra technique for revision breast surgery.  Dr. Smoot is board certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery and served as Chief of Plastic Surgery at Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla, where he is also on staff. He’s a member of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons, the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery, and the California Society of Plastic Surgeons.Hector Salazar-Reyes, MD, Plastic Surgeon: As a board-certified plastic surgeon, Dr. Hector Salazar-Reyes has a passion and respect for the field of cosmetic surgery and is well-regarded known for his exceptional patient care. Dr. Salazar completed his general and plastic surgery residencies at the world-renowned Houston Methodist Hospital, where the first silicone breast implants were developed. During this time, Dr. Salazar served as chief resident in both specialties and was recognized with service and most professional resident awards from Houston Methodist Hospital. He is proud to be certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery and the Board of Plastic Surgery of Mexico—and to be a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons (FACS). Luke Swistun, MD, Plastic Surgeon: Dr. Luke Swistun is a board-certified plastic surgeon with a background in visual arts and medical military service. He’s known for his artistic approach to plastic surgery and for the close, supportive relationship he forms with every person he treats. He is known nationally and internationally for his expertise in breast implant removal and his compassionate approach to patients experiencing breast implant illness.Kiersten Riedler, MD, Facial Plastic Surgeon: San Diego native Dr. Riedler brings dedication to all she does here at La Jolla Cosmetic Surgery Centre. Double board certified in otolaryngology – head and neck surgery by the American Board of Medical Specialties (ABMS) and in facial plastic and reconstructive surgery by the American Board of Facial Plastic Surgery, she prioritizes communication, trust, and building relationships with everyone she treats. Diana Breister-Ghosh, MD, Plastic Surgeon: A board-certified plastic surgeon and San Diego native, Dr. Breister Ghosh delivers exceptional results and care to local women and men. She is known for the personal relationships she builds with her patients and her work to empower women through confidence-building plastic surgery.Though skilled at several types of procedures, she is most known for excellence in performing face and neck lifts, eyelid surgery, feminine rejuvenation, breast augmentation, breast lift, and tummy tucks. With a specialization in loose skin removal, Dr. Breister is passionate about helping people who have lost weight become less self-conscious about the loose skin left over.Send us a voicemail! We’ll answer your question on the podcast. Send us your message at thelajollacosmeticpodcast.com To learn more, go to ljcsc.com or follow @ljcsc on Instagram

Episode Date
A Sleep Specialist’s Secrets for Better Mood, Skin & Energy
Aug 05, 2025
Meet Ruthie, Plastic Surgery Patient Care Coordinator
Jul 29, 2025
Is Your Breast Implant Ruptured? The Easiest Way To Check Your Implants Whenever You Want
Jul 22, 2025
Expertly Hiding Scars With Medical Tattooing After Plastic Surgery
Jul 15, 2025
Inside San Diego’s $27M Nonprofit Powerhouse
Jul 09, 2025
10 Moments You’ll Love From Our First 200 Episodes
Jul 01, 2025
You Lost Weight, But Now You Look Like a Melted Candle
Jun 24, 2025
How to Find the Best Lymphatic Drainage Massage Therapist
Jun 17, 2025
Meet Cynthia, Plastic Surgery Medical Assistant
Jun 10, 2025
Age Is Just a Number, But Timing Is Everything
May 28, 2025
Meet Juliana, Plastic Surgery Medical Assistant
May 20, 2025
What NOT To Do During Recovery After Plastic Surgery
May 13, 2025
What’s In (and Out) So Far in 2025
May 06, 2025
Life After Labiaplasty: What to Expect
Apr 29, 2025
Motiva Breast Implants Now Available in San Diego
Apr 22, 2025
Facelift Marketing Hype: Fact or Fiction?
Apr 15, 2025
Back Fat Busted! Why Workouts Won’t Cut It & What Actually Works
Apr 09, 2025
The Cosmetic Procedures for Men That No One Will Notice (But Everyone Will See)
Mar 18, 2025
Mini or Full Facelift? How Plastic Surgeons Choose What’s Best for Your Face
Mar 11, 2025
Meet Amber, Plastic Surgery Photographer & Marketing Specialist
Mar 04, 2025
Are Fillers Over? Plastic Surgeon Explains Growing “Filler Fatigue” Trend
Feb 18, 2025
Stop Believing These Hair Transplant Myths
Feb 11, 2025
How Amie Got The Body Of Her 20’s Back (At 40-Something)
Feb 04, 2025
What Other Plastic Surgeons Won’t Tell You About 360 Lipo
Jan 30, 2025
Life After Body Lift: What to Expect
Jan 21, 2025
What Really Happens to Your Breasts After Implant Removal
Jan 14, 2025
The 1 Thing You Shouldn’t Let Hold You Back from Making Your Dreams Become Real
Jan 07, 2025
Life After Facelift: What to Expect
Jan 02, 2025
Why Scars are a Trade-Off You Won’t Regret
Dec 17, 2024
Meet Lauren: Signature Skinny Shot Weight Loss Program Patient Coordinator
Dec 10, 2024
Deck the Halls and Save $500 on Cosmetic Surgery: Our Holiday Treats for You!
Nov 26, 2024
Top 3 San Diego Hotels for Cosmetic Surgery Recovery
Nov 19, 2024
When is the Best Time to Have Plastic Surgery and Why is it Winter?
Nov 12, 2024
The Truth About Awake Liposuction: Plastic Surgeon Explains
Nov 07, 2024
Introducing the Concierge Package: Same Award-Winning Care, Now with VIP Perks
Oct 29, 2024
Meet Jessica: Patient Care Coordinator
Oct 22, 2024
Meet Jason: Skinny Shot Clinical Lead & Operating Room Nurse
Oct 01, 2024
Third Time's The Charm? Why Danielle Needed a 3rd Cosmetic Breast Surgery
Sep 24, 2024
The 1 Thing You Can’t Live Without After Plastic Surgery
Sep 17, 2024
How Alexis Conquered Her Panic Attacks & Biggest Insecurities: A Mommy Makeover Story
Sep 10, 2024
T-Z Plasty Update: Tightening Necklines for Men & Women
Sep 03, 2024
I Can Finally Look in the Mirror Again: Regina’s Tummy Tuck Revision Experience
Aug 27, 2024
Areola Reduction: Plastic Surgeon Explains The Surgery for Smaller Nipples & Areolas
Aug 20, 2024
Plastic Surgeon Clears Up Capsulectomy Confusion
Aug 13, 2024
I Broke Up With My Breast Implants: Caroline’s Explant Experience
Aug 06, 2024
Fat Transfer: What Can Go Wrong? Plastic Surgeon Explains
Jul 30, 2024
We’re turning 36! Here’s how you can win up to $2,000 this August [BONUS]
Jul 25, 2024
The Best Plastic Surgery Procedures For Your 20’s
Jul 23, 2024
Flat is Kind of Cool: Amie’s Breast Implant Removal
Jul 16, 2024
3 Potential Breast Augmentation Complications (& How Plastic Surgeons Prevent Them)
Jul 02, 2024
The Six “WOW” Cosmetic Surgeries Women Always Wish They Did Sooner
Jun 25, 2024
What Could Go Wrong? Tales From the Plastic Surgery Operating Room
Jun 18, 2024
The Best Plastic Surgery Procedures For Your 50’s
Jun 11, 2024
Life After 360 Lipo: What to Expect
Jun 04, 2024
Ask Me Anything with Dr. Johan Brahme, Plastic Surgeon
May 21, 2024
Meet Amy: Business Services
May 14, 2024
Eyelid Surgery Recovery: Plastic Surgeon Explains What To Expect
Apr 30, 2024
Insights & Surprises from 30 Years in Plastic Surgery with Dr. Johan Brahme
Apr 16, 2024
How Laura Cain Really Feels About Her Breast Implants 2 Years Later
Apr 09, 2024
Why Your Belly Button is the Most Important Part of a Tummy Tuck
Apr 02, 2024
Patient Tammy: I Don’t Look Mad Or Sad Anymore (Unless I Really Am)
Mar 26, 2024
Patient Jaime: Why I Decided To Replace (Not Remove) My Breast Implants
Mar 12, 2024
Breast Augmentation Recovery: Plastic Surgeon Explains What To Expect
Mar 07, 2024
HD Lipo: What is it & who is it for? Plastic Surgeon Explains
Mar 05, 2024
Meet The Team: Gerald Haas, MD - Anesthesiologist & Director of Medical Weight Loss
Feb 06, 2024
Patient Kayla: Moms Can Get Breast Implants Too
Jan 30, 2024
Patient Marissa: Filling Up the “A” Cups
Jan 23, 2024
Plastic Surgeon Demystifies Vaginoplasty
Jan 16, 2024
Mommy Makeover Explained by a Plastic Surgeon (and Mom)
Jan 11, 2024
Meet the Team: John Smoot, MD, Plastic Surgeon
Jan 04, 2024
4 Procedures That Will Change the Way You Think About Face Lift Surgery
Dec 19, 2023
There’s No Such Thing As “Normal” Labia: Plastic Surgeon Explains
Dec 05, 2023
Are You Too Skinny for a BBL? Plastic Surgeon Explains
Nov 28, 2023
Laser Treatments That Will Change Your Life
Nov 21, 2023
Plastic Surgeon Explains the Life Changing Magic of Breast Reduction
Nov 14, 2023
Patient Eric: Why I Came Back To the Same Plastic Surgeon Over 10 Years Later
Nov 07, 2023
What To Do (And NOT Do) Before & After Lasers
Oct 31, 2023
Ways To Save & Stack Promos on Treatments You Love
Oct 24, 2023
Experienced Aesthetician Reacts to Trending At-Home Skin Care Products: DIY? or Don’t Even Try!
Oct 17, 2023
Fear Not: 4 Reasons Not To Be Afraid of Laser Treatments
Oct 10, 2023
Meet the Team: Cristina, RN, Lead Nurse for Plastic Surgeon Dr. Johan Brahme
Oct 03, 2023
Dermaplaning: Yes, Shave Your Face! But Not At Home
Sep 26, 2023
Patient Kaylie: My Skinny BBL Experience + Tips For Fast Recovery
Sep 19, 2023
Bye-Bye, Turkey Neck: What Is The T-Z Plasty and Who Is It For?
Sep 12, 2023
When Fillers Go Wrong
Sep 05, 2023
At 79, Marie Says Ellacor Can Finally Treat What Plastic Surgery & Lasers Cannot
Aug 29, 2023
Making Polo Shirts Great Again With Male Breast Reduction Surgery
Aug 22, 2023
All The Ways You’ll Use TouchMD at LJC
Aug 15, 2023
LJC Team Reacts To New Beauty Awards: Part 3 - Laser & Energy Devices
Aug 08, 2023
LJC Team Reacts To New Beauty Awards: Part 2 - Injectables
Aug 01, 2023
SPF SMACKDOWN! with Alisha Merlo of Colorescience
Jul 25, 2023
What Does Morpheus8 Do?
Jul 18, 2023
LJC Team Reacts To New Beauty Awards: Part 1 - Skin Care Products
Jul 11, 2023
Breast Lift Surgery & How Long it Lasts: Plastic Surgeon Explains
Jul 05, 2023
Patient Destiny: Chemical Peels Saved My Skin & Self Esteem
Jun 27, 2023
Introducing Ellacor with Plastic Surgeons Dr. Jason Pozner & Dr. Johan Brahme
Jun 20, 2023
Reversing the “Dad Bod”: Plastic Surgeon Explains Cosmetic Procedures for Men
Jun 13, 2023
The 3 R’s of Thread Lift: Reduce Wrinkles, Replace Volume, and Rejuvenate Skin
Jun 06, 2023
Cosmetic Surgery Financing Tips & Tricks
May 30, 2023
Nicole’s Mommy Makeover: Even Better Than My Pre-Baby Body
May 23, 2023
Meet the Team: Jennifer Franz, RN, BSN
May 16, 2023
Celebrating 100 Episodes with Dr. Merrel Olesen and Marie Olesen
May 02, 2023
Meet the Team: Diana Breister Ghosh, MD, Plastic Surgeon
Apr 25, 2023
Happy Wife, Happy Life: A Husband’s Perspective on Breast Explant Surgery
Apr 18, 2023
Phoebe Davis Takeover Pt. 2: My Plastic Surgery Bestie, Nurse Carmen
Apr 11, 2023
Phoebe Davis Takeover: Mistakes to Avoid if You’re Considering Breast Augmentation
Apr 04, 2023
The Past, Present, and Future of Breast Implants: Plastic Surgeon Explains
Mar 28, 2023
Celebrating Carlsbad with Marie & Austin
Mar 23, 2023
#GLAMgiveaway Sweepstakes: What Would You Do With $6,000?
Mar 21, 2023
The Challenges for Women in Plastic Surgery
Mar 14, 2023
Meet the Team: Anastasia Chu, PA-C
Feb 28, 2023
Meet The Team: Janine Kier, Licensed Aesthetician
Feb 21, 2023
Meet The Team: Charity, Carlsbad Medspa Manager
Feb 14, 2023
Freeze That Fat with CoolSculpting
Feb 07, 2023
Patient Phoebe: Cosmic Love Star Shares Her Breast Augmentation Story - Part 1
Jan 31, 2023
Plastic Surgeon Reacts to 2023's Hottest Aesthetic Trends
Jan 24, 2023
Meet the Team: Johan Brahme, MD, Plastic Surgeon
Jan 24, 2023
Meet The Team: Brittany Haley, RN, BSN
Jan 17, 2023
ThermiVa: More Romance and Less Wet Pants
Jan 17, 2023
Meet The Team: Marissa, Plastic Surgery Patient Care Coordinator
Jan 10, 2023
Patient Julia: I Never Have to Worry About Sweat Again
Jan 03, 2023
Patient Tati: Breast Implant Revision
Dec 20, 2022
No Surprises: The Cosmetic Consultation
Dec 13, 2022
Sculptra: For Cheeks and Cheeks
Dec 06, 2022
East vs. West: Comparing Breast Surgery Size Trends with Plastic Surgeon Dr. Anna Steve
Nov 29, 2022
The 12 Days of Beauty
Nov 22, 2022
Life After Breast Implant Removal: What to Expect
Nov 15, 2022
Fat Transfer vs. Fillers: Plastic Surgeon Explains How to Choose
Nov 08, 2022
Preventing and Treating Common Breast Augmentation Complications
Nov 01, 2022
Corey Does Ultherapy: 3 Months Later
Oct 25, 2022
Breast Augmentation: Plastic Surgeon Explains Why The Natural Look is Back
Oct 18, 2022
Patient Janelle: Why I had my breast implants removed after 22 years
Oct 11, 2022
Meet Brittney Abood, Aesthetician
Oct 04, 2022
Patient Stacy: How I Went From a Size 24 to a 6
Sep 27, 2022
Meet the Team: Amy Biggs, PA-C
Sep 20, 2022
Meet Cameron, Your Skincare Concierge
Sep 13, 2022
Patient Maria: Botox is Better For Your Mental Health Than Therapy
Sep 06, 2022
Plastic Surgeon Explains The Fastest Way to Look Less Tired
Aug 30, 2022
If You’re Waiting to Take Care of Your Face, You’re Doing it Wrong
Aug 23, 2022
Swollen, Bloated, and Puffy with Kathleen Lisson
Aug 16, 2022
Revision Breast Augmentation with the Internal Bra Technique: Plastic Surgeon Explains
Aug 09, 2022
Patient Taylor: Surprisingly Smaller Than Expected
Aug 02, 2022
Patient Kathleen: How I Got Life Flighted To My Nose Job
Jul 26, 2022
Plastic Surgeon Breaks Down the Breast Implant Black Box Warning
Jul 14, 2022
Corey Does Ultherapy
Jul 12, 2022
Ultherapy: The Non-Surgical Facelift
Jul 08, 2022
Don’t Have a Laser Treatment Until You Hear This Advice
Jun 21, 2022
Gabriela’s Dream Body: From WTF Did I Do To 100/100 Would Do This Again
Jun 14, 2022
I’m a Plastic Surgeon, I had Halo Laser Treatment and Here’s What Happened (Part 3 of 3)
Jun 09, 2022
I’m a Plastic Surgeon, I had Halo Laser Treatment and Here’s What Happened (Part 2 of 3)
May 31, 2022
I’m a Plastic Surgeon, I had Halo Laser Treatment and Here’s What Happened (Part 1 of 3)
May 24, 2022
Liquid Rhinoplasty: The Non-Surgical Nose Job [Part 3 of #RiedlerKnowsNoses]
May 17, 2022
Septoplasty + Septorhinoplasty: Combining Deviated Septum Surgery and Cosmetic Nose Surgery to Breathe Better (and Look Great!) [Part 2 of
May 10, 2022
Rhinoplasty: Everything You Need to Know About Changing Your Nose [Part 1 of #RiedlerKnowsNoses]
Apr 26, 2022
Meet the Team: Karina Thompson, Plastic Surgery Patient Care Coordinator
Apr 12, 2022
Meet the Team: Kristen Heard, LVN
Apr 06, 2022
Meet the Team: Kiersten Riedler, MD, Plastic Surgeon
Mar 22, 2022
The Fastest Way to a More Defined Jawline (Without Surgery)
Mar 15, 2022
Meet the Team: Ruth D., RN, BSN
Mar 08, 2022
3 Treatments for Reversing Melasma that ACTUALLY work
Mar 01, 2022
Meet the Team: Plastic Surgery Anesthesiologist Steve Saltz, MD
Feb 22, 2022
Sandra’s Story: How We Reversed Decades of Sun Damage
Feb 15, 2022
Meet the Team: Taylor Camarena, Medical Assistant
Feb 01, 2022
What Losing 100+ Lbs Does to Your Body (& How Plastic Surgeons Can Fix It)
Jan 25, 2022
Is Anesthesia Dangerous? We Asked Our Plastic Surgery Anesthesiologist
Jan 18, 2022
Lip Flips, Duck Lips, and Fillers: Oh My!
Jan 11, 2022
Two Surprising Treatments Winning The War On Cellulite
Jan 04, 2022
Meet the Team: Luke Swistun, MD, Plastic Surgeon
Dec 28, 2021
Top LA Influencer Reveals 3 Medical Spa Treatments She Can't Live Without
Dec 21, 2021
Meet the Team: Kayla Lopez, Lead Patient Coordinator
Dec 14, 2021
How the “Skinny BBL” Works (Without Gaining Weight): Plastic Surgeon Explains
Dec 07, 2021
Meet the Team: Miriam Villanueva, Concierge, Plastic Surgery
Nov 23, 2021
Friends and Trolls React: Laura Cain’s Breast Augmentation, Part 3
Nov 09, 2021
Patient Lesa: Breast Augmentation and TRL
Nov 02, 2021
Mommy Makeover: Timing it Right and Avoiding Regrets
Oct 19, 2021
Is the Brazilian Butt Lift Dangerous? Plastic Surgeon Explains
Oct 05, 2021
Laura Cain’s Breast Augmentation Part 2: Three Days Post-Op
Sep 28, 2021
Which Tummy Tuck Should I Get? Plastic Surgeon Explains
Sep 21, 2021
Laura Cain’s Breast Augmentation Part 1: The Consultation
Sep 14, 2021
Does CoolSculpting Really Work?
Sep 08, 2021
Meet the Team: Julia Jowett, PA-C, MSHS
Aug 31, 2021
The Beauty of Humble Design
Aug 24, 2021
MiraDry: Don't Sweat It. Clean, Cool and Dry!
Aug 10, 2021
Plastic Surgeon Explains HD Lipo: The Hi Def Approach to Body Contouring
Aug 03, 2021
Plastic Surgeon Explains 360 Lipo: Snatched, Not Kidnapped
Jul 27, 2021
Arm The Lasers!
Jul 13, 2021
Zoom Lift: The Neck Big Thing
Jul 06, 2021
Removing Breast Implants: Plastic Surgeon Explains Explant Surgery
Jun 29, 2021
SmartGraft: Not Your Grandpa’s (or Grandma’s) Hair Plugs
Jun 22, 2021
The Lady Bits: All About Vaginal Rejuvenation
Jun 15, 2021
Revision Breast Surgery: Plastic Surgeon Explains Why If It Ain't Broke, Don't Fix It
Jun 08, 2021
Filters Are Great, But Great Skin is Better!
Jun 01, 2021
Breast Augmentation: The Most Interesting Plastic Surgeon Interview of All Time
May 25, 2021
What's On The Menu At a Medical Spa?
May 19, 2021
33 Years of Kindness: The Story of La Jolla Cosmetic
May 07, 2021