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Dr. Douglas Ballesteros MD

Chief Medical Director

Dr. Ballesteros joined O.C. Medical Aesthetics Inc, DBA South Coast MedSpa as a regional medical director in 2012. Dr. Ballesteros took over as the Chief Medical Director in 2015, and continues to serve in that capacity.

Dr. Ballesteros is a Board Certified Emergency Medicine Physician and has been practising medicine since 1999. His interest in aesthetics has lead him to pursue the role with South Coast MedSpa. His continued education includes manufacture trainings, CME as well as keeping up on medical journals and papers in the area of cosmetic laser medicine.

Dr. Ballesteros supervises the medical treatments of laser hair removal, laser skin resurfacing treatments, laser tattoo removal and skin rejuvenation treatments.

Dr. Ballesteros was born in Riverside, California and been a permanent resident of Southern California. Medicine has forever been a career choice of his and the sciences have intrigued him from a young age.

For his undergraduate studies, he attended the University of California San Diego, where he earned his bachelor’s degree in Microbiology. He was then accepted into the Keck School of Medicine at the University of Southern California. Dr. Ballesteros completed Medical School in 4 years, and earned his Medical Degree from USC in 1999.

He was then accepted into the elite Emergency Medicine Residency Training Program at the Los Angeles County-University of Southern California Medical Center. Here he trained under the country’s leading ER Physicians, and was exposed to a multitude of cultures and pathology. Dr. Ballesteros completed his USC Emergency Medicine Residency in 2003, and immediately joined an ER Physician Group in San Diego. He has been working at local underserved community hospital emergency departments for the past 9 year before joining the South Coast Med Spa team in 2012.

Kiley Blakely - SCMS Nurse Practitioner

Kiley Blakely

Nurse Practitioner

Kiley Blakely is a board-certified Family Nurse Practitioner with a passion for aesthetics and patient-centered care. She earned her Master of Science in Nursing and is currently pursuing her Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) degree, which she will complete in May 2025.

Before transitioning into aesthetics, Kiley gained extensive experience in urgent care, where she honed her skills in critical care and procedural treatments. Her background also includes both inpatient and outpatient nursing, and she continues to work per diem in Kaiser Permanente’s inpatient oncology unit.

Kiley joined South Coast MedSpa in August 2024 and has been expertly trained in advanced aesthetic treatments, including laser therapies and skin rejuvenation procedures. She is dedicated to helping patients achieve their aesthetic goals while ensuring safe, effective, and personalized care.

Originally from Southern California, Kiley loves spending time outdoors with her husband, family, and friends. She is passionate about continuous learning and staying at the forefront of aesthetic medicine to provide the best possible results for her patients.

Cheryl Hutchings - SCMS Nurse Practitioner

Cheryl Hutchings

Nurse Practitioner

Cheryl Hutchings is a board certified Nurse Practitioner trained and certified in aesthetic treatment.  She earned her master’s degree from California State University in Long Beach after nursing in a hospital setting for 12 years.

Her bedside career began in the ICU step down unit in Chicago, specializing in neurology, cardiology and detox, and ended in the Covid unit at Hoag Hospital.

Her aesthetic career began two and a half years ago after a light bulb moment.  She decided that she wanted to take her career in a different direction, away from the hospital.  As a former cosmetologist (well before becoming a nurse) and with a background in creative, artistic hobbies, such as photography and sculpture, she decided to blend art and medicine together, making aesthetics the natural choice!

Cheryl has earned certifications in injectables (Botox and fillers) from some of the top injectors in California, has been trained by best laser specialists in the area.  She is excited to continue discovering her passion for aesthetics by increasing her knowledge, staying up to date on the latest procedures and offering her patients the best in treatments at South Coast Med Spa.

Lauren Ransom

PA-C, MSPAS, MPH

Lauren Ransom PA-C, MSPAS, MPH is a Board Certified Physician Assistant. Lauren pursued her medical education at Touro University California where she earned dual masters degrees, Master of Science in Physician Assistant Studies and Master of Public Health. Upon graduating from PA school, she worked in the urgent care setting for two years before transitioning to dermatology and aesthetics.

Lauren completed her undergraduate degree at Occidental College where she graduated with a Bachelor of Science degree in Kinesiology. She also competed as a four-year athlete on the college’s swimming and water polo teams.

Lauren specializes in dermatological laser aesthetics at South Coast MedSpa. During PA school, she chose dermatology as her elective clinical rotation where she fell in love with the specialty. Her training and attention to detail helps her provide personalized and effective treatments for her patients. Lauren enjoys getting to know her patients and helping them achieve their skin goals.

Grace Thomas - SCMS PA-C

Grace Thomas

PA-C

Grace Thomas, MHS, PA-C, is a Board-Certified Physician Assistant dedicated to helping patients achieve their aesthetic goals with precision and care. She was born and raised in Southern California but spent six years on the East Coast, where she earned both her Bachelor of Science and Master of Science in Physician Assistant Studies degrees from Quinnipiac University in Hamden, Connecticut.

Before joining South Coast MedSpa, she gained valuable experience in urgent care, where she developed a strong foundation in patient care and clinical assessments. Her passion for blending medical expertise with aesthetic treatments enables her to provide personalized, effective solutions tailored to each patient’s unique needs.

In her free time, Grace enjoys staying active through spin and Pilates classes, hiking new trails, and spending time at the beach. She looks forward to continuing to help patients look and feel their best, both inside and out, through personalized treatments and compassionate care.

Andrea Doliber

RN

Andrea is a registered nurse licensed in the state of California. Born and raised in San DIego, she received her Bachelor’s degree in Kinesiology at California State University San Marcos, followed by her Bachelor’s degree in Nursing from West Coast University.

After completing nursing school, she worked on a high-acuity medical-surgical unit as well as a sports medicine clinic. Andrea has always been passionate about health, wellness, and using cosmetic practices in her daily life. Transitioning to aesthetics, Andrea aims to help patients target their specific skin care goals and needs. She enjoys the positive energy that comes from patients knowing that they are doing something great for themselves and helping them enhance their natural beauty.

Elizabeth Ngo - SCMS RN

Elizabeth Ngo

RN

Elizabeth Ngo is an experienced Aesthetics Registered Nurse with nearly five years in the field. Born and raised in Riverside, CA, she earned her Bachelor of Science in Nursing from West Coast University, Ontario, in January 2020. Following graduation, she played a vital role in COVID-19 testing and vaccination efforts as a Medical Branch Coordinator for San Bernardino County before transitioning into the field of Medical Aesthetics.

Passionate about helping patients feel confident and beautiful in their own skin, Elizabeth is dedicated to providing high-quality aesthetic treatments. She firmly believes in the motto, “When you look good, you feel good,” and strives to achieve that for every patient. Her favorite treatments to perform include lip filler and Botox injections.

Outside of work, Elizabeth enjoys an active and adventurous lifestyle. She is a proud owner of two corgis and a grandmother to ten puppies. She loves camping in her truck, which she has built for outdoor adventures, and also enjoys doing lash extensions on the side.

Cheryl Vivo - SCMS Registered Nurse

Cheryl Vivo

RN

Since 2012, Cheryl has been a Registered Nurse who has navigated the medical surgical inpatient hospital setting, outpatient testing/wellness clinic, and aesthetic field. Her favorite part of her career is connecting with patients by trying her best to make them feel as comfortable as they can during treatments. Her other interests include writing, reading, traveling, dancing, and sharing laughs with loved ones.

Natalie Dooley - SCMS Registered Nurse

Natalie Dooley

RN

Natalie Dooley is a San Diego native and RN specializing in aesthetic medicine.

Natalie began her nursing career after graduating from California State University San Marcos with her Bachelor of Science in Nursing during the height of the COVID pandemic. She spent three years as a hospital bedside nurse on Cardiology and COVID units but ultimately realized she wanted to connect with her patients in a more creative and uplifting way.

Natalie transitioned into aesthetic nursing in 2023 and now finds fulfillment in making her patients feel like the best version of themselves. She excels at making her clients feel comfortable and at ease and prides herself on providing the safest and best treatments possible.

In her free time, Natalie enjoys cooking, exercising, and spending time with her husband and bernedoodle.

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