Whether you’re seeking personalized aesthetic care, advanced education for your team, or an experienced voice for your event, Carlos offers several ways to connect based on your goals.
Carlos’s story is both personal and purposeful. Born in Mexico and raised in the wine country of Sonoma, California, his early experiences navigating immigration and DACA shaped a deep appreciation for opportunity, perseverance, and representation.
His own experience with cystic acne as a teenager also sparked an early interest in skin health and confidence. At 18, he began working in dermatology as a receptionist before moving into a medical assistant role, laying the foundation for a career dedicated to patient care and aesthetic medicine.
While working full-time, Carlos graduated with honors from San Francisco State University and later completed an RN residency at O’Connor Hospital, specializing in orthopedic, neurological, spine, and medical-surgical care. This acute-care experience strengthened his commitment to patient safety, a principle that continues to guide his work today.
He went on to earn his master’s degree as a Family Nurse Practitioner from San José State University and completed his Doctor of Nursing Practice there in May 2026.
His doctoral work focused on improving hyaluronic acid filler safety through a structured, evidence-based training program designed to strengthen provider knowledge, confidence, and clinical decision-making.
Today, Carlos’s immigrant journey continues to inform his commitment to representation, mentorship, and advancing standards within aesthetic medicine.
From caring for patients and educating clinicians to developing curriculum and speaking to professional audiences, each stage of his career reflects a dedication to making aesthetic care safer, more thoughtful, and better informed.
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