A committed group of professionals with combined decades of experience back up our clinicians, and together we provide the best possible results to patients. Meet the team who is committed to giving you your best, most youthful, and gorgeous complexion yet. With our Jedi Master, Dr. Steven Swengel, who has over 30 years of experience in surgical and aesthetic dermatology, RefinedMD always puts patients first and we’d love to introduce you to the entire team.
We are not a one-trick pony. In fact, the depth of our services is designed to meet the lofty goals of our medical and cosmetic dermatology patients. From medical treatments including acne/acne scarring and annual skin exams, to confidence-boosting cosmetic treatments including Botox, injectable fillers, and laser skin rejuvenation, you can trust we have the perfect blend of technology and science for you and your skin. Additionally, we love adding new products and services and you’ll want to talk to our providers about what’s new and amazing. Most recently, we are in love with fat reduction treatments and patients are trusting us to take care their most intimate needs with feminine rejuvenation. Give us a call today to learn more and meet our team – (408) 688-2082.
RefinedMD Providers
Dr. Steven Swengel
Dr. Steven Swengel is a board certified Dermatologist trained in Mohs surgery, and he’s spent over 30 years bringing surgical precision to cosmetic dermatology. Dr. Swengel founded RefinedMD in 2012 with the goal of providing outcome-driven treatments with the best technologies and care. All new lasers are personally tested by Dr. Swengel, so you never have to wait for cutting-edge treatments.
Dr. Sudeep Roy
Dr. Sudeep Roy is a double board certified Facial Plastic Surgeon educated at Stanford University. As a facial surgery expert, Dr. Roy specializes in all facets of facial plastic surgery, including facelift, necklift, upper and lower blepharoplasty (eyelid surgery), brow lifts, rhinoplasty, hair transplants, and more. Fluent in English, Italian, Spanish, Hindi, and Bengali, his multi-lingual capabilities are a wonderful complement to the patient experience.
Dr. Katie Given, PhD
Katie Given, MD, PhD, MBA, FAAD, FACMS, is a double board-certified in dermatology and micrographic surgery and dermatologic oncology. She is a fellowship-trained Mohs and reconstructive surgeon. With advanced training in skin cancer management, reconstructive surgery, and cosmetics, Dr. Given combines precision and artistry to deliver exceptional patient care. She is especially passionate about skin cancer treatment and prevention, scar revision, and cosmetic treatments that restore both function and confidence.
RefinedMD Aestheticians and Body Experts
Hannah Thieu-Merrel, Aesthetician
“Your health is your wealth and healthy skin is a journey to great self-esteem. Aging is a fact of life. But who says you have to look your age? I want my clients to look and feel good about who they are and the skin that they are in. This is different for each client and it’s why I love my job as all treatments are customized for the client’s goals.”
Dania Hasbini, Body Treatment Specialist/Esthetician
Dania knows her way around the latest, best, safest, and most effective body sculpting and contouring technologies including all the offerings by BTL Aesthetics. She has years of experience with Emsculpt and EmsculptNEO as well as the must-haves like Emface and CoolSculpting. Dania will also be offering individualized facials. From DiamondGlow to Men’s Facials and everything in between, caring for your skin is a head-to-toe approach.
RefinedMD Office Staff
Eric Kies, Practice Administrator
“I love my wrinkles, saggy skin, and large pores – said no one ever!”
Jill Batterson, Office Manager
“I love it when patients say our team and technology transformed them and they were all taken care of.”
Christine Romero, Director of Sales and Education/Surgical Consultant
“Do not dwell in the past, do not dream of the future, concentrate the mind on the present moment.”
Kaitlyn, Patient Care Coordinator
“Your skin is yours to feel good in.”