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EPISODE · Nov 22, 2025 · 36 MIN

Teresa McMillin and Rachel Bojka: The Surprising Truth About Cool Sculpting You Need to Know

from Beauty Talk · host Edward Teh and Daniel Gouw

In her role at Salinas Valley Medical Aesthetics in Salinas, California, Teresa combines art and medicine to help her patients look and feel their very best. She always focuses on beautiful and natural results! Teresa offers Botox®, Juvéderm®, laser hair removal, laser skin rejuvenation, and much more.Teresa chose to specialize in the area of cosmetic dermatology because she has a genuine passion for helping patients look and feel great. Teresa also completes 100 hours of continuing medical education every two years and takes a certification exam every six years to maintain board certification in the area of family practice. She maintains active memberships in the American Association of Physician Assistants, the California Association of Physician Assistants, and the Society of Dermatology Physician Assistants. Teresa is highly experienced in the area of injectables like Botox, and for many years she was an injection trainer and regular speaker for Medicis Aesthetics.In her free time, Teresa enjoys spending quality time with her husband, son, and dogs. She also loves cycling and other fitness activities in the beautiful Salinas area.Rachel obtained her Master’s Degree in Health Sciences and Physician Assistant Studies from Quinnipiac University in Hamden, CT in 2018.Prior to her enrollment in PA school, Rachel, her mother and sister had their own successful yoga studio where she was a yoga instructor for many years while studying biology and earning her Bachelor’s Degree from the University of Bridgeport in 2014.After moving to California with her husband she began her career as a surgical PA specializing in general, vascular and thoracic surgeries at Salinas Valley Memorial Hospital. Rachel has always been interested in cosmetic dermatology and considers a holistic approach while providing the best care for her patients.She took the time to be trained in cosmetics by Teresa McMillin; mastering all the skills needed to achieve optimal results for her patients, such as Botox, Dysport and fillers, laser rejuvenation and hair removal treatments. She has also received professional certifications for Advanced Cannula Techniques and PDO Thread lifts.She is passionate about creating a treatment plan with her patients to achieve natural results, while always keeping patient goals and satisfaction in mind. Outside of work she enjoys woodworking, practicing yoga, and spending time outdoors with her dogs Bella and Bear.In this episode…Teresa and Rachel explore the artistry behind aesthetic procedures, revealing how they balance medical expertise with a keen eye for beauty. They discuss the importance of understanding individual patient needs and the delicate dance of enhancing natural features while ensuring safety and satisfaction.As the conversation unfolds, listeners will discover the latest trends in aesthetic treatments, from neurotoxins and fillers to innovative regenerative techniques. What exactly is biostimulation, and how does it differ from traditional injectables? Teresa and Rachel break down these complex concepts in a way that’s easy to understand, making it accessible for anyone curious about the evolving landscape of beauty treatments.In this episode of Beauty Talk, host Daniel Gouw interviews Teresa McMillin and Rachel Bojka, to discuss their journeys into the field of medicine. Teresa, a physician assistant and founder of Salinas Valley Medical Aesthetics, shares her transition from a background in family practice and emergency medicine to establishing one of the first cosmetic dermatology practices in Monterey County. With a wealth of experience as an injector trainer and speaker, she brings valuable insights into the world of aesthetic treatments. Rachel, who has a strong background in general vascular and neurosurgery, discusses her passion for holistic health and specialization in regenerWant to be featured in the Beauty Talk Podcast? Register here: https://medical.edmspecials.com/beauty-talk-application

In her role at Salinas Valley Medical Aesthetics in Salinas, California, Teresa combines art and medicine to help her patients look and feel their very best. She always focuses on beautiful and natural results! Teresa offers Botox®, Juvéderm®, laser hair removal, laser skin rejuvenation, and much more. Teresa chose to specialize in the area of cosmetic dermatology because she has a genuine passion for helping patients look and feel great. Teresa also completes 100 hours of continuing medical ...

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