Meet the Los Angeles Plastic Surgery Staff
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Spend some time getting to know your new friends at Marina Plastic Surgery Associates Medical Corporation. Each member of our team has provided a personal photo and brief biography for your consideration.
Charlie Sheridan - Director
Charlie joined our practice in 1988. She studied business as well as design from Santa Monica College and UCLA. Her creativity, entrepreneurial and leadership skills have greatly contributed to the expansion and success of the company. Charlie coordinates all patient-relation functions, business operations, public relations, and sales and marketing efforts. Her passion for the medical/aesthetics industry is a perfect match for this professional who thrives in an innovative, cutting-edge organization.
Christi Carni - Patient Coordinator for Dr. Stoker
Christi has been with Marina Plastic Surgery Associates since 2001. She works directly with Dr. Stoker and his patients. She will be your advocate throughout and work closely with you both before and after surgery. Christi is a trained professional with over ten years experience in Medical Administration and a bachelor's degree in Business. She is always at your service for questions and concerns. She believes in Dr. Stoker's expertise and has family members and friends as his happy patients.
Natalie Barsegian - Billing Administrator
Natalie has been in the cosmetic field for 3 years. She joined the practice in 2005 and enjoys working with patients. She will be there to answer any questions as well as to make your experience with our practice a pleasant one. She is accessible to our patients from just around the corner to all the way around the world.
Lilia Shvartsman - Medical Aesthetician, Permanent Makeup Artist
Lilia has been with our practice since 1999 and has been a licensed aesthetician for over 14 years. She has expertise in permanent make-up artistry. Before joining Marina Plastic Surgery Associates Medical Corporation she studied art as an undergraduate in the Ukraine and majored in advertising at New York City Technical College.
Tina Yerelian - Licensed Medical Aesthetician & Certified Cosmetic & Reconstructive Permanent Make-up Artist
Tina has been active in the cosmetic industry for over 12 years. Her artistic abilities, coupled with her warm and caring personality is a winning combination! Tina consistently excels in every facet of patient care, and is committed to improve the overall health and appearance of her patients' skin.
Patrice Taylor - Registered Nurse
Patrice has been with Marina Plastic Surgery Associates Medical Corporation since 1995. She specializes in preoperative preparation of patients for surgery and postoperative care. She is a registered nurse with an associate in science degree. Having graduated from Bergen Community College in 1975, Patrice has enjoyed many different areas of medicine, but specifically loves the Plastic Surgery field.
Maria Acevedo - Registered Nurse
Maria has been with Marina Plastic Surgery Associates Medical Corporation since 1989. Most of her time is spent with post-operative patients and patient education. She is also the Clinical Nurse coordinator for the FDA regulated clinical breast implant studies in our office. Maria has a Master's Degree in Nursing from USC. She enjoys working with patients and directing them through a positive surgical experience as well as the many other services we provide.
Tami Greiner - Registered Nurse
Tami joined Marina Plastic Surgery Associates in 2002. Her skills as a laser technician are unsurpassed due to her extensive experience. As one of our staff nurses, she is primarily dedicated to Dr. Stoker's patients while also coordinating and providing a cross section of laser services for our clientele. She has an associates degree in Nursing from Santa Monica College.
Elina Garcia - Certified Medical Assistant
Elina works in our practice to assist the needs of Cory Felber and Carla Crespo, our Physician Assistants. She will prepare for your visit in such a way, that you feel confident and well cared for. Her genuine compassion and sunny disposition, provide an atmosphere of comfort that patients desire, and deserve! Elina's effervescent and bubbly spirit, combined with her dedicated professionalism, adds up to one Medical Assistant that is truly an asset to our company.
Lindsey Poag - Assistant to Director, Patient Advocate
Lindsey Poag has been in the Aesthetic Industry since 1999. Lindsey brings with her an extensive background of knowledge in medical skin care services and cosmeceutical products. In addition to her responsibilities as Assistant to the Director, she is also a Patient Advocate helping clients with coordinating appointments and surgeries. She will be there to answer any questions you may have before and after your procedure, ensuring that your experience at MPSA is positive and enjoyable!
Christina Viquez - Front Desk Administrator
Christina is one of the initial employees to greet you when arriving at Marina Plastic Surgery. Her cheery face and warm smile will make you feel at ease when checking in for your appointment. She is a recent graduate from the University of California, Irvine. With over 10 years of experience in various customer service settings, you are sure to feel valued and comfortable in Christina's care! She is always pleasant and happy to help you in any way that she can, as her priority is to assist and serve with the highest quality of care.
Yvonne Henry - Insurance Coordinator for MPSA
Yvonne has been with our practice since 2001. She works with our patients to assist them in obtaining authorization and coverage from their insurance companies for reconstructive surgery procedures.
Rose Snell - Office Accountant
Rose has been with Marina Plastic Surgery Associates Medical Corporation since 1996. She directs the accounting department of our office and surgery center. Before joining our practice she was a controller for a communications company. Rose studied accounting at Cal State Long Beach.