Randy Alvarez interviewed Dr. Mauricio on how to be ageless without surgery. Dr Tess Mauricio is a Board Certified Dermatologist, a graduate of Stanford University School of Medicine, and a Summa Cum Laude graduate of The University of California San Diego. She is the founder of Scripps Ranch Dermatology & Cosmetic Center and was the youngest woman to hold the position of President of The San Diego Society of Dermatologic Surgery.
Dr Mauricio is a published author, renowned speaker and physician educator. She has educated thousands across the globe in technologies she has helped pioneer, including Refirme, Triniti, Matrix RF, Velashape, Lipolite laser lipo, and VASER liposelection, and continues to be at the forefront of technological advances as a leader in her field. She was awarded the prestigious Asian Heritage Award in 2009, the US Department of Commerce Association “Best in San Diego 2010″ and was named one of the Best Dressed Women in San Diego.
Less than a year after opening a new clinic in La Jolla, Dr. Tess became a Gold Medal Winner in the La Jolla Village News “Readers Choice Awards 2011″ after being voted Best Dermatologist (The La Jolla clinic is currently being relocated and not accepting appointments. Stay tuned for details). She has been named one of the Top 100 Most Influential Filipina Women in the US, and was also crowned Mrs. Philippines San Diego 2011.
She is a regular on TV and in print, having been featured internationally in Cosmopolitan Magazine UK, Philippines YES, and France’s Les Nouvelles Estetiques. In the US, you may have seen her in Cosmo magazine, The Aesthetic Buyer’s Guide, Asia Magazine, American Health & Beauty, and countless other publications. She has been seen on The Rachael Ray Show, America’s Next Top Model, FOX News, CW6 San Diego, Local 8 News, San Diego Living, The Wellness Hour, and The Doctors. Check our media section for videos!
In 2011, Dr. Tess became the host of her own talk show, RSVP! From the Emmy-winning producer of America’s Next Top Model and The Tyra Banks Show, RSVP covers topics ranging from beauty, fashion and entertainment to politics, family, and culture. It started its second season in June of 2012 and airs Sundays at 7:40pm PST with replays at 9:20am Wednesdays on GMA Pinoy TV. Visit www.rsvptalkshow.com for clips, news, and more info!
Dr. Mauricio enjoys every aspect of dermatology and provides specialty services including:
• Skin Rejuvenation
• Lasers
• Tumescent Liposculpture
• Botox, Injectables and facial sculpting
• Acne and Acne scar Treatment
• Medical Dermatology
Dr. Mauricio is married to fellow Stanford Medical School graduate Dr. James Lee. They have 1 daughter and 1 son.
