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Michelle Hure, MD, MS

Michelle Hure, MD, MS

ORANGE COUNTY SKINLAB

Michelle Hure, MD, MS

OC SkinLab has continued to garner top reviews and accolades in Orange County for patient satisfaction, and their unique approach to medical, surgical and aesthetic dermatology. Dr. Michelle Hure started OC SkinLab to provide dermatology and dermatopathology services in a warm and approachable environment. Her emphasis has always been on education, overall skin health, skin cancer prevention and individualized but conservative cosmetic enhancements. The creation of OC SkinLab’s spa oasis, BeautyLab, also reflects Dr. Hure’s and her nurse/aesthetician, Suzanne’s, desire to filter out all the hype and damaging spa facial services out there to provide a menu of safe aesthetic treatments.

Dr. Hure trained at Yale-New Haven Health System and the University of Massachusetts and is also board certified in dermatopathology, which gives her the unique tools to accurately diagnose and treat a wide range of dermatologic conditions in patients of all ages. She is also an assistant clinical professor in the Department of Dermatology at UC Irvine, where she lends her expertise on complicated dermatopathology cases and teaches the residents and medical students. Her dedication and skill have been recognized within the community by again being voted “Best Overall Healthcare Provider” in San Juan Capistrano by The Capistrano Dispatch’s Best of 2018 and runner up “Best Spa” for BeautyLab.

Dr. Hure contributes OC SkinLab’s success to her sincere desire to spend more time with her patients and cultivate relationships. Having been in a large practice prior, Dr. Hure dreamed of having the freedom to design an office that centered around optimal patient care and satisfaction.

In addition to her robust medical and surgical practice, Dr. Hure ensures that all non-invasive cosmetic treatments, including hair restoration, microneedling, PRP injections, Botox and filler injectables and chemical peels are delivered in a relaxed environment where the emphasis is always centered around natural-looking results and are exclusively performed by her.

As a resident of San Juan Capistrano and Chamber of Commerce member, Dr. Hure seeks to be an involved member of the community whether she’s routinely passing out sunscreen at the Swallow’s Day Parade or offering free skin cancer screenings for all active first responders (including firefighters, police, EMS and lifeguards) in town. In the coming months, Dr. Hure will also be spending her free time in a mobile dermatology clinic providing free skin cancer screenings for the uninsured of Orange County.

ORANGE COUNTY SKINLAB
31899 Del Obispo St., Ste. 130
San Juan Capistrano
949.359.6400
OCSkinLab.com

 

Michelle Hure, MD, MS

Monarch Veterinary Hospital

Monarch Veterinary Hospital

GLENN CRAFT, DVM, KELLY ALCALA, DVM, AND STACY BAUMANN, DVM

Monarch Veterinary Hospital

Monarch Veterinary Hospital was established in 2002 into Clubhouse Plaza on Niguel Road, tucked in the Hills of South Laguna Niguel. Pet owners in this community love to take their dogs for long walks down the canyon to Salt Creek or Dana Point Harbor, or to the many local parks. MVH is known for exceptional pet healthcare, building long-lasting, trusting relationships with clients, and keeping the culture of the practice such that it is non-chaotic, peaceful, and a place their pets enjoy visiting.

The recent completion of a year-long expansion project has doubled MVH’s space, assuring its practice culture for the future. It now offers 4 exam rooms, a spacious, peaceful lobby, a full-service grooming area, and room to accommodate what it calls “senior spa days” to keep the aged pets strong and active.

Dr. Glenn Craft and his wife, Lisa, envisioned just such a facility when they returned home to California after spending 4 years serving in Thailand with Christian Veterinary Mission, a community development NGO that operates in the poorest parts of the world where livestock is the main key to the local economy. Once home, by working together, they have established a veterinary practice that balances compassionate personal touch with exceptional high-tech veterinary medicine, without compromising a high standard of care. The hospital continues to offer the full range of veterinary professional services from wellness checks, immunizations, general surgery, dental care, therapeutic laser, ultrasound, as well as digital radiography with STAT radiology consults available. The staff at MVH is deeply experienced and provides a level of expertise you can trust.

Four years ago, Dr. Kelly Alcala became an Associate DVM at MVH and brings with her an impressive reputation of being very compassionate and highly competent. A year ago, Dr. Stacy Baumann became an Associate DVM as well, with a 20-year history of practice in Orange County. These doctors, along with Dr. Craft, are very like-minded in practice, and in their communication style with clients. All 3 doctors have established strong relationships with carefully chosen specialists at facilities in South Orange County, including a cardiologist, Dr. Fred Brewer, who comes to the practice whenever he is needed, and Dr. Shenandoah Diehl, who is available for expert ultrasonography and consultation.

From the beginning, Monarch Veterinary Hospital’s goal has been to deliver a personal experience that exceeds the pet owner’s expectations at each and every visit. MVH’s consistently positive reviews exemplify its commitment to delivering quality care and the staff takes pride in providing the best customer service possible.

MONARCH VETERINARY HOSPITAL
31271 Niguel Road, Suite E
Laguna Niguel
949.443.1466
MonarchVet.com

 

Monarch Veterinary Hospital

Pediatric Dentistry

Pediatric Dentistry

NHU Q. TRAN, DDS, APC

Pediatric DentistryDr. Nhu Q. Tran has been taking care of “sugar bugs” on kids’ teeth in San Clemente for almost fifteen years. Her number one goal is to provide optimal dental care, in a gentle and caring manner to all her patients. Dr. Tran enjoys treating a wide age range of patients who visit her pediatric dental practice. She has fun tickling the teeth of infants and toddlers who visit her for their first check up and cleaning. She also takes pride and care guiding a fearful child or teenager through a treatment and helping them overcome their dental fears. Whether a child is excited to have their teeth “counted and brushed” or they are nervous about seeing “Mr. Slurpy” and “Mr. Thirsty,” Dr. Tran and her team strive to provide every child with a fun and educational experience that they enjoy and look forward to each and every time.

A native of Southern California, Dr. Tran went to UC Berkeley for her undergraduate education, then relocated to the Midwest and attended Case Western Reserve University School of Dentistry in Cleveland, Ohio. Having graduated among the top of her class, she became a recipient of the Pierre Fauchard Scholarship, and earned a membership into the National Dental Honor Society, Omicron Kappa Upsilon. Following dental school, Dr. Tran returned to Southern California to pursue two years of additional post-doctorate training in pediatric dentistry, at the University of Southern California. After receiving her Advanced Pediatric Dental Certificate from USC, Dr. Tran pursued further advancement in her specialty by achieving the status of Diplomate of the American Board of Pediatric Dentistry.

Aside from taking care of her private patients, Dr. Tran has given back to her Trojan roots, by being a part of the USC Advanced Pediatric Dentistry Faculty since 2006. Furthermore, she spent five years as the Pediatric Dental Residency Director at the Children’s Dental Health Clinic at Miller Children’s Hospital, in Long Beach. Dr. Tran’s involvement in academia enables her to provide the most up-to-date and thorough treatment for her patients. She recently decided to step away from her role as director to spend more time with her family and her private practice. So, whether you see Dr. Tran in the office or on the baseball field rooting on her boys, be sure to say hello! And whether your child is 1 or 16, excited or nervous, healthy or has special health care needs, Dr. Tran and her team are trained and ready to provide the best care for your children.

NHU Q. TRAN, DDS, APC
Pediatric Dentistry
1171 Puerta del Sol, Suite A
San Clemente
949.481.5437 (KIDS)
SCKidsDentist.comPediatric Dentistry

 

Riviera Laser Studios

Riviera Laser Studios

JEANNINE KOFFORD, MD

Riviera Laser StudiosDr. Jeannine Kofford at Riviera Laser Studios is a leading expert in natural full face rejuvenation using long-lasting facial fillers and advanced laser resurfacing techniques. She has more than 20 years of experience with facial injectables and lasers and is a national trainer and a true master of the art of facial rejuvenation. Riviera Laser Studios specializes in safe, minimally invasive techniques for personalized results without the look of a traditional surgical facelift.

Outside the office, Dr. Kofford is active in the community as well as internationally. She travels extensively on non-profit medical missions providing medical services to those in need. Recent trips include travels to the Philippines and India.

Free 3D Facial Imaging Consultations
Riviera Laser Studios offers a free, unique consultation that features 3D imaging, allowing patients to see themselves from all angles in just a few minutes. To better inform patients, Dr. Kofford provides an overview of the facial aging process while also discussing individual patient needs and concerns. With patient input, a customized plan is created using 3D facial imaging coupled with the doctor’s expertise.

Global Facial Rejuvenation Approach
To achieve a natural, youthful look, Dr. Kofford takes a conservative, yet global approach to volumize and restore what time takes away. She starts with rebuilding a foundation deep below the skin to reconstruct volume loss and laser resurfacing, as needed. Next, Dr. Kofford contours soft tissue areas such as the cheeks and tear troughs to restore the central face. Finally, she refines lines and wrinkles, creating an overall younger look with lasting results. To ensure natural looking results and patient satisfaction, several sessions are often suggested while providing immediate results with little to no down time. Now, you can look 10 years younger for 10 years longer!

RIVIERA LASER STUDIOS
34189 Pacific Coast Hwy., Ste. 201
Dana Point

Text or Call 949.370.3177
RivieraLaserStudio.net

Follow on Instagram @drjeanninekoffordfaceartist

Riviera Laser Studios

San Clemente Smiles

San Clemente Smiles

BRANDON CURFEW, DMD

San Clemente SmilesOFFICE VIBES
When you step through the door at San Clemente Smiles, you will enjoy an experience unlike most others. Dr. Curfew and his staff place their highest priority on the experience of every patient that they treat. Patients enjoy the light, airy feel that the natural light in the office provides through floor-to-ceiling windows. Overhead smart TVs and wireless headphones are also available for patients who enjoy entertainment during their dental appointment.

ABOUT DR. CURFEW
Dr. Curfew lives in San Clemente with his wife of 13 years, Brittany, and their two sons, Drake, 7 and Beau, 5. He is grateful to be able to serve the very community in which he lives. He earned his dental degree from The University of Louisville School of Dentistry, and then continued on to complete a General Practice residency at the VA Hospital in Denver, Colorado. While there, Dr. Curfew gained extensive experience with the placement and management of implants, wisdom teeth removal, and many other advanced dental procedures.

PERSONALIZED TREATMENT AND PATIENT COMFORT
Dr. Curfew participates in ongoing training in many areas of dentistry to provide his patients with the most personalized treatment and the best outcomes. He is active in local study clubs and also continues his education through intensive training with the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry and other professional organizations. The office utilizes cutting-edge technology to ensure great results and maximum patient comfort.

THE HIGHEST STANDARD
When you are in the care of a team member at San Clemente Smiles, you will always receive the highest quality treatment and be treated with the utmost respect. Whether you need assistance with scheduling an appointment, you’re visiting for a routine dental cleaning, or you are completing a life-changing smile makeover, you will receive the undivided attention and professional treatment that you deserve from the team at San Clemente Smiles. Every team member is highly skilled in their chosen area of expertise, and take great pride in the experience that they offer and the relationships they build.

SAN CLEMENTE SMILES
905 Calle Amanecer, Suite 220
San Clemente
949.498.1320
SanClementeSmiles.com

San Clemente Smiles

 

Sea View Pharmacy

Sea View Pharmacy

DRS. EUGENE and JENNIFER MEDLEY

Sea View Pharmacy

An often overlooked but important healthcare connection to establish is a personal relationship with your neighborhood pharmacist. Experienced, independent pharmacists are an invaluable resource for parents, seniors, athletes, and anyone else who needs trusted medical information and consultations. Family-owned and operated for 42 years, and now in its second generation, Sea View Pharmacy in San Clemente has served the community through decades of sweeping changes in healthcare and will support the current generation of local families through the next.

Jerry Medley assumed ownership of Sea View in 1988 and can still be spotted behind the counter assisting patients. His son Eugene now owns and runs the day-to-day operations, along with Eugene’s wife Jennifer (when she’s not chasing after three busy kids!). Eugene grew up hanging around the pharmacy, but he explored stints as an ocean lifeguard, working in animal husbandry with Siegfried and Roy, and teaching veterinary anatomy before obtaining a doctorate degree in pharmacy and joining his father. As a professional, Medley finds gratification in knowing his business caters to a particular niche in the marketplace. “We can devote more time to customer service than corporate-run stores,” he says, “As a compounding pharmacy, we can provide customized therapies that aren’t available commercially.”

“Pharmaceutical companies formulate medications and determine dosages based on a 180-pound Caucasian male,” Medley explains, “We work with physicians to customize treatments for people who don’t fit into that mold.” Babies with digestive issues, hormone replacement for both women and men, veterinary patients, and people with special dietary requirements—just to name a few—all benefit from a partnership between the doctor and pharmacist to determine the most effective treatment with the most appropriate dosage.

As San Clemente’s only independent pharmacy, Sea View is also the go-to source for all medical equipment and supplies—even hard to find products—from bandages and braces to compression garments and wheelchairs. The website provides a wealth of information as well, including drug profiles, healthy recipes, articles, and referrals. Check out SeaViewPharmacy.com and take a peek, or better yet, stop by and introduce yourself!

SEA VIEW PHARMACY
665 Camino de los Mares, #101
San Clemente
949.496.0123
SeaViewPharmacy.com

Sea View Pharmacy

 

Seaside Skin Care

Seaside Skin Care

SCOT JONES, MD

Seaside Skincare

San Clemente locals are kicking off the holiday season by taking advantage of the latest in skincare advancements at Seaside Skin Care. The dedicated medical staff at Seaside Skin Care prides themselves in being your partner on your skin care journey, and working together to give you the best skin of your life!

Seaside Skin Care offers a wide variety of services to meet all skin care needs. They offer injectable services, such as Botox, Juvederm, Vollure, Voluma, Volbella, Belotero, Radiesse and Kybella as well as the latest in laser and lifting advancements (Pearl Fractional, IPL, Laser Genesis, Microneedling, Ultherapy, and more). They’re also fully staffed with an exceptional team of medical estheticians who offer facials, chemical peels and medical grade skin care products. While the products and services continue to evolve to meet growing demand, the business itself has remained true to its personalized, warm and family-run client experience.

Seaside Skin Care was founded by Dr. Scot Jones who has served as a local emergency room physician for over 30 years. Jones has built his career upon a high standard — and passion for — quality patient care. Jones has hand-selected the staff at Seaside Skin Care, which includes a team of highly trained registered nurses and medical estheticians. Today his daughter Kiley, son Josh, and daughter-in-law Kiara run the day-to-day operations, ensuring that all clients receive an outstanding level of service with the comfortable, beach-town touch for which San Clemente is known.

The team at Seaside offers complimentary consultations and devises customized treatment plans — most commonly including a blend of in-office medical treatments, spa treatments such as HydraFacials, microdermabrasion, and chemical peels, and a tailored at-home regimen leveraging the best in medical-grade skincare products. The staff at Seaside understands that no two clients are the same, and works hand in hand to create a personalized treatment plan to best address each client’s skin care concerns and goals.

Seaside Skin Care is now offering a variety of specials to ensure that you put your best face forward this holiday season. For those seeking stocking stuffers or pamper-focused holiday presents, the medical spa offers gift cards and packages sure to please. Additionally, don’t miss Seaside’s biggest event of the year, with special discounted pricing, free treatments and raffle prizes, when Seaside Skin Care celebrates its 9-year anniversary on Saturday, November 2, 2019 at 1401 N. El Camino Real, Suite 200 in San Clemente.

Pop into Seaside’s new expanded location, with more space, parking and a wider selection of high-quality services; you’ll be sure to find a treatment that suits your needs! Whether you’re looking for a more youthful appearance, a path toward aging prevention or va-va-voom tightening, lifting, and plumping, Seaside will deliver maximum results with comfort, care, and a touch of San Clemente cool.

SEASIDE SKIN CARE
1401 N. El Camino Real, Suite 200
San Clemente    949.276.2777
SeasideSkinCare.com

 

Seaside Skincare

Skinny Beach Med Spa

Skinny Beach Med Spa

DR. JENNINGS STALEY, MD

Skinny Beach Med SpaDr. Jennings Staley is proud to have recently expanded his world-class Del Mar practice to a gorgeous office in San Juan Capistrano. Skinny Beach Med Spa offers its patients access to state-of-the art beauty innovations at affordable prices. Dr. Staley and his experienced staff have recently added the first Quanta Discovery Picosecond laser ever to be used in the U.S. The laser is three times as powerful as popular lasers currently utilized for laser tattoo removal. These lasers are capable of removing every tattoo ink color, as well as cosmetic eyebrow tattoos.

Skinny Beach offers a myriad of other beauty and health maintenance solutions for its clients. Dr. Staley’s mission is to fight aging without surgery. His expertise and services include Nano-Fat Face Rejuvenation, fillers for lips and face, testosterone and growth hormone enhancement and weight loss management with Vitamin B injections.

As a med spa, the goal is to deliver the best solution to fit each individual patient’s desire. As a recent patient, Juanita, posted on Yelp, “Dr. Staley gave me my confidence back. A few years ago my face started to change. I’ve always had dark circles, then came fat bags under my eyes and I started to lose volume. I couldn’t stand to look in the mirror anymore. The day I walked into his office Dr. Staley told me he could fix the problem areas on my face. He does his work with such perfection. He made me feel so comfortable in his hands. I can now look in the mirror again thanks to Dr. Staley and his staff!”

Whether you are considering Laser Hair removal, IPL/Photofacials or dermal fillers, the team at Skinny Beach Med Spa will help you fight the signs of aging. Call today for a complimentary consultation and begin your quest to look and feel your best.

SKINNY BEACH
31888 Del Obispo, Ste. C-2
San Juan Capistrano
858.272.2021
SkinnyBeach.com

Skinny Beach Med Spa

Trestles Chiropractic

Trestles Chiropractic

STRUCTURAL CORRECTION – THERAPEUTIC LASER

Trestles ChiropracticDr. Anderson has been serving the community of San Clemente for the past six years. His unique approach to Structural Correction has allowed him to guide his patients back to optimal health without the need for invasive measures. Rather than focusing on just the symptoms, Dr. Anderson utilizes specific examination tools that allow him to properly diagnose and treat the underlying cause. This is key to achieving lasting results and truly allowing the body to do its job of healing itself.

More and more, people are looking to avoid addictive pain killers. Studies have shown that chiropractic care has a better long-term result for treating low back pain than both prescription and over the counter pain meds.

Trestles Chiropractic is always striving to utilize the most current and up to date technologies. While reviewing the need for additional options for patients with more extensive soft tissue injuries, Dr. Anderson brought a Class IV Aspen Laser into the practice. This has expanded his ability to aide those who are trying to avoid surgery by stimulating a natural process of healing at an accelerated rate.

This past March, Dr. Anderson moved Trestles Chiropractic into a brand-new facility across from the old hospital. So much work has gone into creating this state-of-the-art experience for his patients. From new adjusting benches to fully digital X-ray, this has become the ultimate resource in restoring proper function to the spine and nervous system for all who are in need of care.

Dr. Anderson believes in the power of a strong community. He, his wife, and two children live in San Clemente. He has volunteered with local youth and is currently supporting the high school football team. You may still have one of the awesome rally towels. Dr. Anderson graduated from the Southern California University of Health Sciences and is a Board Certified Chiropractor.

Dr. Anderson always offers complimentary consultations prior to offering chiropractic care. Call to schedule your appointment today.

TRESTLES CHIROPRACTIC
653 Camino De Los Mares, Ste. 100
San Clemente
949.284.6620
TrestlesChiropractic.com

Trestles Chiropractic

Tyler Johnson, DC, CCSP

Tyler Johnson, DC, CCSP

CHIROPRACTIC CENTER

Tyler Johnson2019 marks Dr. Tyler Johnson’s 12th year serving the people of San Clemente and South Orange County. “I have always strived to provide the kind of care I would want for myself or a member of my family,” shares Dr. Tyler. This principle drives him to not only focus on improving his clinical skills in helping people heal and recover from injuries, but he also places a special emphasis on treating people fairly.

“Helping people get out of pain and back to doing the things they love to do, or need to do, is only part of the job. As much as I would like to say it isn’t so, there is a small percentage of people who I may not be able to help, but treating patients fairly is something I feel I should accomplish with every single patient,” adds Dr. Johnson. “This means listening to their goals and recommending care that will help them reach those goals. It means being straight forward about costs, and having affordable rates when people are uninsured or underinsured. It means being a doctor, not a salesman. And it means continually improving on the skills necessary to help people get better.”

An honors graduate of the Southern California University of Health Sciences, Dr. Johnson is certified in the Gonstead chiropractic method and holds a post doctoral certification as a Chiropractic Sports Practitioner. “With my first exposure to chiropractic coming as a result of the myriad of sports injuries I obtained as a college athlete, I wanted to be able to bring the knowledge and expertise college and professional athletes receive, to the people of my community,” explains Dr. Johnson. “San Clemente is the perfect setting for this type of Sports and Family Practice. It’s not a stretch to say San Clemente is a very active community and our weather and coastline allow for a wide variety of year-round outdoor activities. Working in an active community allows me to work with athletes at all levels while also maintaining my passion for working with families.”

From seasoned professionals, to weekend warriors, babies to grandparents, Dr. Johnson has the knowledge, skill, and compassion that truly make him a doctor to consider for all of your chiropractic needs.

Tyler Johnson, DC, CCSP
1502 N. El Camino Real
San Clemente
949.498.6440
ChiropracticCenterOnline.com

Tyler Johnson