Meet the staff behind the experience
Outstanding outcomes begin with exceptional people. Our administrative and OR staff are here to guide you with warmth, professionalism, and deep expertise.
Administrative Team
Your first point of contact—and your ongoing support system.
With 18 years in practice management and patient care, Grace brings unmatched precision and professionalism to every patient interaction. She ensures a customized, detail-oriented experience from start to finish, while optimizing practice operations and financial management.
With 18 years in aesthetics and a background in both surgical coordination and skincare, Cierra brings expertise and compassion to every patient journey. As Office Manager and Patient Care Coordinator, she guides each step with warmth, clarity, and exceptional attention to detail.
Mel supports patients from first call through recovery and beyond. With 12 years of medical experience and a passion for emotional wellness, she helps each patient feel heard, understood, and cared for.
A former educator turned future nurse, Angelica merges empathy with medical passion. She ensures patients feel welcomed, supported, and well-informed at every step.
With over a decade in retail management, Whitnee brings exceptional client service, team leadership, and organizational know-how to her role at South Coast Plastic Surgery. She’s passionate about creating efficient, supportive experiences—and always up for the next challenge.
Alexandra brings warmth, empathy, and a psychology-informed approach to her role as Front Office Coordinator. With a passion for helping others, she ensures each patient feels heard, supported, and at ease from the moment they arrive.
Operating Room Staff
With a medical degree from Loma Linda University and residency training at Oregon Health Sciences University, Dr. Westerhout ensures every patient’s safety and comfort with expertise and compassion. As Anesthesia Director for Mission Plasticos, he has volunteered on surgical missions worldwide. Outside the clinic, he enjoys music, surfing, and time with his wife and two children.
With 20 years in plastic surgery nursing, Lisa is known for her patient-first approach and expertise from pre-op to post-op.
With 10 years of OR experience, Holly brings confidence, care, and clinical excellence to every stage of your surgical journey.
Gianna is a highly skilled Surgical Technologist with 23 years of dedicated experience across multiple specialties, including plastic, open-heart, and ophthalmic surgery, which makes her an essential asset to every procedure and patient experience.
As a surgical tech at South Coast Plastic Surgery, Jenna helps ensure everything runs smoothly behind the scenes and in the operating room. With a big heart, she brings compassion and warmth to every part of the patient’s journey.
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