AESTHETIC NURSE PRACTITIONER | FACIAL BALANCING SPECIALIST
Sarah Garces Medina, NP-C
Sarah is a highly skilled Aesthetic Nurse Practitioner with a background in dermatology and a passion for natural, balanced results. With years of experience in aesthetics, she specializes in full-face rejuvenation using advanced techniques in injectables, lasers, and skin treatments. A former Navy Nurse with expertise in pediatrics, Sarah combines precision, artistry, and a patient-centered approach to enhance confidence through customized aesthetic care. Dedicated to ongoing education and the latest advancements in aesthetics, she ensures every client achieves refreshed, natural-looking results. As a San Diego native, she is excited to make her professional home here as the founder of Muse Aesthetics, bringing exceptional aesthetic services to her community.
MEDICAL DIRECTOR
Monica Kieu, D.O., FACS
Dr. Monica Kieu is a double board-certified Facial Plastic Surgeon with seven years of private practice experience, specializing in both surgical and nonsurgical aesthetic procedures. With residency training in Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery and a fellowship in Facial Plastic Surgery at the University of Toronto, she brings a wealth of expertise to her work. Her surgical specialties include rhinoplasty, facelifts, neck lifts, blepharoplasty, brow lifts, and reconstructive surgeries such as cleft lip and palate repair. On the nonsurgical side, Dr. Kieu excels in advanced injectable treatments, skin resurfacing, body contouring, and minimally invasive techniques that prioritize natural and balanced results.
For the past five years, Dr. Kieu has been a clinical instructor for Empire Medical Training, providing hands-on and didactic training on neurotoxins, dermal fillers, PRP, Kybella, and hair restoration. She has overseen NPs, PAs, and RNs in her Beverly Hills and Newport Beach practices, fostering a collaborative and supportive environment. Dr. Kieu is dedicated to contributing to the aesthetic community through education and leadership while ensuring the highest standards of patient care and satisfaction.

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