Palm Springs Plastic Surgery | Palm Desert Cosmetic Surgery

Meet our Staff

Office Manager & CMA – Theresa Montez

Meet our Staff Theresa was born and raised in California and is a small-town girl at heart. After attending her first CPR & First-aid course at the age of 11, she knew immediately that she was destined to be in the medical field. In 2008, she graduated as a Medical Assistant with Dean’s Honors for maintaining a 4.0 GPA and perfect attendance. Theresa’s extensive background working in urgent care allows her to show compassion and understanding to all our patients’ needs. She willingly takes on any task she is given and thrives on meeting her own personal goals and high standard expectations of herself.

Medical Assistant – Laura Loewenstein

Meet our Staff

Laura is a local native born and raised in the Coachella valley. Growing up, she frequented the local hospital where her mother worked as a registered nurse. She became enthralled with the medical field and knew early on that this was her calling. Before pursuing a career Laura played high school and college basketball which is still a passion of hers. After her athletic career came to an end she attended MA school and graduated in 2010. Laura’s journey in the medical field began in dermatology and cosmetic surgery. Working in cosmetics she gained knowledge and experience that made her a great asset to Dr.Q’s team. She has been with us for over 5 years now, and is determined to finish her schooling and one day become a registered nurse. We are very proud to announce she has been accepted into the nursing program at College of the Desert.

Medical Assistant – Yasmin Rodriguez

Meet our Staff Yasmin was born and raised in the Coachella Valley where she found a passion in the medical field. After graduating high school she attended Kaplan College where she earned her medical assisting certification. After graduating she was eager to start her career, she was immediately brought to the team and has been a loyal hard worker for 4 years at Dr. Q Plastic Surgery. Today she continues to grow in the medical field and is always willing to learn new skills and procedures. While Yasmin is away from the office, her greatest pleasure is enjoying time with her daughters and creating new memories with her family.

Patient Coordinator/Aesthetician – Elayna Freiberg-Garcia

Elayna Freiberg has 20 years of experience in Esthetics. She graduated Palomar School of Beauty in San Diego, California and attended International Dermal Institute of Beauty. She is certified in advanced peels, RF Micro-needling, oxygen facials, microdermabrasion and micro-resurfacing technology, and CoolSculpting.

Elayna is a native Coachella Valley resident who thrives giving back to her community. She has volunteered &/or co-chaired events for American Cancer Society, Girlfriend Factor, American Heart Association, Desi Foundation, Pretty Committee and Wealth of Possibility (with city of Indian Wells). Elayna is a Former Beauty columnist for Desert guides Online and former Beauty expert on Joey English radio show.

She enjoys trying different restaurant cuisine, meeting new people, listening to motivational podcasts, spending time with her teenage daughters & enjoying a plethora of friends from all walks of life.

Registered Nurse – Sheenah, BSN, RN, CCRN

Sheenah knew at a young age that she was passionate about caring for and helping others. She started out as an EMT in 2003, and then earned her RN license in 2009. She continued her education, obtaining her Bachelors in Nursing and becoming certified in Acute and Critical Care Nursing. She enjoys being on Dr. Q’s surgical team, caring for patients from the time they arrive on surgery day until they are discharged home. Outside of the office, Sheenah continues her work as a bedside critical care nurse, she loves the variety that comes with both types of nursing.

In her personal life, Sheenah is a wife and mother of four. She enjoys spending time with her very active family. Her personal past times include reading, running, cross-fit, and pretty much anything active and outdoors.

Aesthetic Nurse Specialist – Monique Lara, RN

With almost a decade of nursing experience, Monique has had the opportunity to work with multiple world-renowned plastic surgeons. Upholding the highest standards for patient safety and comfort, Monique is knowledgeable in anatomy and the latest lasers and dermal filler techniques to customize your natural yet enhanced outcome. She is well versed in injectables and the many lasers we offer. From anti-aging benefits to pigmentation, acne scars and even tattoo removal Monique can help you achieve your aesthetic needs.

Certified Surgical Technician – Luz Elena Franco

Luz Elena Franco was born and raised in Odessa, Texas. She attended Arizona State University for her undergrad and University of Phoenix earning her Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology. She is a Certified Surgical Assistant with a little over 14 years of experience under her belt. Elena has been with her husband for 18 years, and she is a loving mother of three children- two teenagers and a newborn baby. She loves working her magic in the operating room and is also pursuing a degree in medicine. Her ultimate goal is to specialize in family medicine or emergency medicine. During surgery, Elena serves as my right-hand woman, and together we will provide you with the BEST results as possible

Aestheician – Mallory

Mallory has over ten years of experience, and is certified in many modalities. Her passion is in helping others look and feel their best. She enjoys educating her clients on ways to correct, protect, and maintain a healthy radiant complexion. Mallory specializes in treating acne, acne scars, aging skin, pigmentation, and sun damage. Through a comprehensive evaluation of your skin, Mallory will customize a treatment plan, along with a home skin care regimen that will optimize treatment results and overall skin health. Mallory loves taking part in our clients journey through their beauty transformations.