Breast Implants: Info, Prices, Photos, Rewiews, Q&A

Name: Andres G. Sarraga, MD, FACS

Statement: Dr. Sarraga was born and raised in Puerto Rico, where he spent most of his life. Dr. Sarraga decided at a very early age to follow in his grandfather’s footsteps and pursue a career in the art of medicine and surgery.

Began aesthetic medicine in: 2011

Rating: 4.8

Name: Helaine Zax

Position: Practice Manager

Years experience: 40

Biography: Helaine has been at Dr. Storch’s side for over 25 years. She has over 40 years of medical office management experience. Helaine combines her knowledge of people with her past managerial and medical experience to effectively coordinate all patient and scheduling details and answer any questions you may have.

You will meet Helaine at your initial cosmetic surgery consultation at our Aventura facility after meeting with Dr. Storch or Dr. Sarraga. She will go to great lengths to ensure that your specific needs are met, that your consultation is completely informative, and should you decide to proceed, that your surgery is scheduled in a timely and convenient manner.

Name: Tammi Ellis, RN

Position: Registered Nurse

Years experience: 30

Biography: Tammi brings both special skills and knowledge to her role. She received her diploma in Nursing from Jackson Memorial Hospital. Tammi has over 30 years of nursing experience, including having been charge nurse at one of our local hospitals. She has been an essential part of the Storch Plastic Surgery family since 2000. Tammi manages all of the clinical aspects of patient care before, during, and after surgery. She finds true joy in caring for and getting to know our patients.

She will guide you from your initial pre-operative appointment through your complete preparation for surgery, recovery and beyond. Tammi is there for all her patients every step of the way.

Name: Kathy Prezzemolo

Position: Aesthetician

Biography: Kathy has been living in south Florida for the past forty years. She has been working as a medical esthetician with plastic surgeons for twenty-five years and has endless amounts of experience and knowledge. Her goal has always been to have long-lasting relationships with her clients. Esthetics has always been her biggest passion. Some of the procedures Kathy provides are: Hydrafacial MD, Microneedling (SkinPen), Ultherapy, Microdermabrasion, Micropigmentation, Makeup Artistry.

Name: Ellen Waxelbaum

Position: Receptionist

Years experience: 25

Biography: Ellen has her associate’s degree in business and has over 25 years of medical office experience. She has been a bright and valuable part of our team since 2006. Ellen handles any insurance filings for the office and also takes our pre-operative and post-operative photos. Ellen is an important and happy member of our “family.

Name: Mabel Gomez- Coolsculpting Technician

Position: Laser Tech

Years experience: 25

Biography: Mabel Gomez who was born in Columbia always has a had a passion for the beauty and healthcare field. As a child, Mabel grew up in a beauty salon where she quickly learned the fundamentals of the cosmetology business. By the time Mabel was 26, she had been licensed as a cosmetologist and has owned her own salon.

South Florida become Mabel’s focus as she was interested in providing beauty services. She attended the Hollywood Institute of Beauty and became a licensed medical electrologist technician being able to practice laser hair removal and professional grade facial skin care treatments.

Name: Yamilette Frias

Position: Receptionist

Years experience: 12

Biography: “Yami” as we affectionately call her is the newest member of our family. She was born and grew up in Puerto Rico and is bilingual. She comes to us with 12 years of healthcare experience. Her expertise lies in patient contact, insurance referrals and scheduling.

Yami will be the first person you speak to when calling our office and the first smiling welcoming face you see when you walk through the door. She will make you feel as comfortable as possible with her warm and friendly demeanor.

Name: Natalia Serrano

Position: Surgical Technician

Years experience: 5

Biography: Natalia joined our practice in 2017 after graduating at the top of her class. She is originally from Colombia and is fluent in English and Spanish. Her expertise is in instrumentation and helping Dr. Sarraga in the operating room. She is as sweet as she is meticulous, a fine addition to our family.

Name: Milena Brown

Position: Staff

Years experience: 14

Biography: Originally from Colombia, Milena has collected experience in different countries to bring creativity and spontaneity to our Social Media and Marketing communications.
She has worked in five stars hotels and spas for more than 14 years. Her expertise in the beauty industry will be applied on increasing our office visibility, organizing and overseeing the creation of promotional material and events.