Winter 2006

Volume 1 Issue 3

Valerie Quinn: R.N., Naval Reservist, Student, Athlete

When asked why she joined the Palo Alto Medical Foundation's (PAMF) Cosmetic Surgery Department, Valerie Quinn, R.N., BSN, is quick to respond. "The people," she said. "We have great teamwork and a positive working environment. I also enjoy building relationships with my clients and seeing the positive outcomes."

For example, a young woman recently came to the clinic seeking advice. She had previously gone to a non-licensed clinic for a skin peel that resulted in hyper-pigmentation, causing large dark areas resembling burns on her arms. Quinn performed several laser treatments to clear up the areas.

Simple Procedure Provides Alternative to Surgery

The words "fat transfer" do not sound glamorous, but the positive results of this cosmetic procedure can be dramatic, according to Mats Hagstrom, M.D., who performs cosmetic surgeries and procedures for the Palo Alto Medical Foundation's (PAMF) Department of Cosmetic Surgery.

Fat transfer is a procedure used to minimize wrinkles, areas of the face with a "sunken" appearance, the cosmetic effects of scarring, and other conditions or deformities affecting the skin and underlying tissues.

Featured Service: Laser Hair Removal

Laser hair removal is an effective solution for the permanent reduction of unwanted facial and body hair. It can be used to remove hair from almost anywhere on the body -- the upper lip, face, underarms, legs, bikini line, shoulders, chest, nipples and back.

PAMF's Department of Cosmetic Surgery uses the Palomar Pulsed Light to reduce the amount of hair in a specific area with three to seven treatments. A hand piece is moved over the patient's skin, sending a beam of light through the skin. The patient will see a flashing light, hear an audible tone and feel only a mild sensation on the skin.

Plastic Surgery 2006

In October, Benjamin M. Maser, M.D.; Roy Hong, M.D.; Mats Hagstrom, M.D.; and several members of the Department of Cosmetic Surgery's nursing staff attended Plastic Surgery 2006, the annual conference of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons.

New technologies and advances in the field of cosmetic surgery were among the topics presented at the conference, which was attended by more than 6,000 physicians and professionals.

"We consider it our priority to remain educated about the latest breakthroughs in our field," said Dr. Maser. "We plan to use the information we gathered at this year's conference to continue to provide high-quality, state-of-the-art care for each of our patients."

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