Consisting of a group friendly, highly-skilled professionals, our team is here for anything you need. We will help you every step of the way of your journey with us, from the moment you walk into our office to your final follow-up.
Meet The Team
Ashley Nguyen, RN
Aesthetic Nurse, Laser Specialist
Ashley was born and raised in New Jersey. She moved to California after graduating nursing school and has been in the plastic surgery speciality for 8 years. Ashley has experience in injectables (Botox, Dysport and fillers) as well as skin laser treatments.
Ashley is also our circulator and recovery nurse at the surgery center. She will prepare you for your surgery and act as your advocate before, during and after your surgery. In her spare time, Ashley loves to paddleboard, hike ,and dance.
Joycelynn Dennis-Corneluis
PACU RN
Is a native of the East Bay. She has 24 years of nursing experience in the Emergency Department at Kaiser Permanente. She received her nursing education from College of Marin. Her attention to detail and warm and friendly demeaner makes each patient feel well taken care of. In her off time Joycelyn loves to travel, shop and spend time with her husband and family. She loves to cook, bake, BBQ, and organize family functions.
SHON HENDERSON
Surgical Technologist
After many years on the East Coast and a career in architectural design, Shon moved to the Bay Area in 2016 to pursue new adventures and a longtime interest in healthcare. As a Certified Surgical Technician by the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting, Shon enjoys working with Dr. Delgado and the surgical team to safely deliver excellent results. Her passion for taking care of people and meticulous attention to detail make her a perfect fit for the operating room. Knowing that patients feel valued, respected and cared for at MCSC is extremely rewarding for Shon. Along with being part of the MCSC family, Shon loves exploring the great California outdoors with her husband, sons and dogs. Hikes along the coast are her favorite!
ARIEL KIRK, RN, CANS, LMA
RN Aesthetic Nurse
As a Certified Aesthetic Nurse Specialist (CANS), Ariel is certified in her field of nursing and has passed the rigorous CANS Exam. She exceeds the minimum requirements required to sit for the exam, including: practice hours, nursing experience and working in two of the core specialties, Plastic Surgery and Dermatology. She is an advanced practice Ultherapist, is considered an expert in Ultherapy® and performs all of the Ultherapy® treatments in our office. Additionally, she is a Clinical Educator for Ulthera and travels to train other practices. Ariel is a member of the American Society of Plastic Surgical Nurses and Society of Plastic Surgical Skin Care Specialists.
Ariel works with Dr. Delgado to deliver the highest standard of minimally and non-invasive treatments customized to meet each patients goal. She has received extensive training in cosmetic Neurotoxins and fillers through Allergan, Medicis and Merz Aesthetic, and is highly skilled at injecting: BOTOX® Cosmetic, Dysport®, JUVÉDERM®, and RADIESSE®. She commonly incorporates medical grade skin peels, Ultherapy®, Intense Pulse Light, Nd:YAG and laser resurfacing. Ariel finds her job very rewarding and specializes in combining a variety of treatment techniques to yield a conservative and restored look.
LIZ FERGUSON
Administrative Services
Originally raised and schooled in the San Francisco Bay area, Liz went to Barcelona, Spain in 1987 to attend the Escuela Official de Idiomas to study Spanish and Catalan languages. Liz continued her education earning a B.A. in Legal Studies at U.C. Berkeley and a certificate in Legal/Court Interpreting for English/Spanish from SFSU College of Extended Learning. After several years of freelance Interpreting Liz began work as a Medical Receptionist at a very busy practice in Mill Valley, California.
Currently Liz is enjoying a peaceful lifestyle with her husband and daughter in Marin, California. Liz joined Dr. Delgado’s team in 2011 with over five years of medical reception experience. She loves meeting new patients and is happy to answer question and interpret for our Spanish speaking clients.
TASHANA JAFFEE
Office Manager
Tashana is a native to Marin County and has been a Pharmacy Technician for over 13 years. She has many years of experience compounding medication, organizing immunization clinics, and providing patients with outstanding care. Her passion for her job really comes across in her ability to make patients feel warm and welcome. In her off time she enjoys cooking new recipes, discovering new hiking trails, or spending the day relaxing with some watercolor painting.
CHELSIE SMITH
Patient Coordinator
Chelsie was born and raised here in Marin County; however she has spent a lot of time in Portland, Oregon where most of her family is originally from. Chelsie has worked within the medical office environment for over 12 years, which has inspired her strong passion for providing above and beyond customer service and patient care. Previously Chelsie worked her way up from Receptionist at a Physical Therapy clinic, to become the Business Manager of all four of their Physical Therapy clinics and now works as our Patient Coordinator here in Novato. Chelsie is also a certified Yoga instructor and a huge dog and animal lover. She loves all things outdoors so naturally her favorite thing to do is take her four dogs hiking and exploring new trails!
WENDY MANFREDONIA
Patient Coordinator
Wendy was born and raised in Chicago, Illinois and moved to Phoenix, Arizona following graduation from high school. She attended Southwestern Preparatory School for Medical Assisting. Wendy found her passion in the Front Office/ Management aspect. After doing an internship in General Surgery she was hired and remained employed at the practice for 12 years. Wendy relocated to the San Francisco Bay area and began working in the Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery field. She has been a surgical coordinator, office manager and is currently a part-time patient coordinator for Dr. Delgado.Wendy has been a member of Dr. Delgado’s team since 2005. Her interests are cooking and entertaining, gardening, boating and being anywhere near the ocean. She is an avid traveler and has a passion for working out as much as she can!
GHAZAL SARIASLANI
Surgical Technologist, Medical Assistant, CoolSculpting Technician
Ghazal is our CoolSculpting Specialist. She is highly educated in fat freezing and is a well respected expert in her specialty. Ghazal has been our sole CoolSculpting provider since it first came onto the market some years back and she also works in our O.R.! Her background as a Medical Assistant and Surgical Technologist contributes to her wealth of knowledge and she is very successful at targeting treatments to each patients unique body type and their desired outcomes. Ghazal is dedicated to customer satisfaction and her patients experience from start to finish.
CAROL A. GORDON
RN
Carol A. Gordon has been an RN since 1976. 30 years of this was spent at Marin General Hospital. She has a nursing degree from College of Marin and a bachelor‘s degree from Saint Mary’s College. Carol has been a resident of Marin County for 48 years and graduated from Terra Linda High School. She enjoys her horses, dog and husband. (Not in that order depending on the day)! Carol retired from full time work in August 2007. She has worked part time as a member of Dr. Delgado’s staff from May 2001 to date.
She is also a former satisfied patient. Her background includes; post anesthesia care, outpatient surgery, endoscopy and minor surgery. At Dr. Delgado‘s office her primary role is recovery nurse and OR circulating nurse. Carol enjoys her work and working with all of Dr. Delgado’s staff. As she calls it her “fun job”, she truly enjoys her work and the other staff members.
MO LATHWANI, RN
RN Recovery Nurse
Modupe (AKA Mo) was born & raised in Nigeria, she moved to the united states over 20years ago. She has a BSc in Mass communication & journalism; a MSc in Library Sciences & Research Studies & changed Career to Nursing in 2010 because of her passion for people, health & wellness. She joined our practice in 2017. Mo has lived in Marin county since 2007.
Modupe has practiced & continues to practice Nursing at all three UCSF campuses, the Sutter Health system & has worked for other plastic surgeons in California. She has worked in various departments ranging from OB, MedSurg, Periop & Post Anesthesia care; she is currently our Post-op RN here at Marin cosmetic Surgery Center.
Modupe, RN is proud to be a part of the Marin Cosmetic Surgery team. In her words… “My biggest role as a postop RN is that of advocate, helper & whatever else it takes to help my patients go from surgery through recovery in a very calm & unrushed manner. I believe empowering the patient is the best way for them to be equipped to recover well.” Modupe knows that at MCSC she is working with doctors & colleagues who operate with the same goal of delivering the highest quality care that is best for the patient as every patient is different. Her passion for nursing translates to exceptional care.
Modupe says that Nursing practice has afforded her the privilege of helping people in their most vulnerable moments, I do not take that for granted. So, whether practicing nursing, working with teenagers at my local church or volunteering with my kids high school class; Modupe consistently works to help others with enthusiasm, optimum skills and expertise.
Modupe loves to read, cook, entertain & host parties & has travelled a bit & continues to travel to learn about people & different cultures.
