New Beauty Center


New Beauty Center Staff
	Anna - Manager and Owner of New Beauty Center Anna, studied biology and chemistry in Rollins College located in Winter Park, FL. After college, she managed a group medical practice for 5 years. She has extensive experience in personal relations work and is currently involved in managing the in house surgical suite and the recently added medispa services. Her passions include family, her two sons, art collecting, painting, traveling and going to the beach. In fact, our entire office has been designed by Anna.
	Leslia (Lesly), RN Pre-Operative and Recovery Room Nurse Lesly was born in Cuba and then came to Miami. She has been working in the medical field since 1996. She graduated from Miami Dade College of Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) in 2001 and of Registered Nurse (RN) with an Associate in Science (A.S.) and then with an Associate in Arts (A.A.) in 2003. Lesly has worked in Progressive Care Units (PCU), Telemetry-Medical Surgical floors, Rehabilitation centers, and in the last years of her practice in a plastic surgery setting where her grandiose dream of uplifting people's self-esteem and beauty has become a reality. Lesly is a current member of the American Society of Plastic Surgical Nurses (ASPSN) and is working on attaining her certification as a Plastic Surgical Nurse (CPSN) and on her Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) at Florida International University (FIU). Her hobbies include learning, reading, going to the beach, dancing, skating, and spending time with her family and three dogs.
	Dr. Paz Fernandez-Cruz - Anesthesiologist Our anesthesiologist, Dr. Cruz, graduated from the University of the Philippines with her medical degree and has been practicing medicine for over 35 years. She attained her medical degree before the age of 21 and was considered "too young" to practice medicine. After completing her residency in New York City, she went on to head her own medical group practice for over 15 years. Needless to say, one of her greatest passions aside from her family is her work. She prides herself on being able to combine her two greatest passions by working along side her daughter and her son-in-law, Dr. Phillip Craft. Other interests of Dr. Cruz's include fishing, and casino games, specifically poker and slots.
	Rebecca - Medical Assistant Our medical assistant, Rebecca was born in Venezuela. She graduated with a medical degree from the University of Zulia in Venezuela at the age of 24, making her the youngest person ever to graduate with a medical degree from her University. As a resident, Rebecca quickly stood out and was elected chief resident. Not only was this the first time that a woman had held such an astute position, but she was the first person to be re-elected for a second year in a row as chief resident. She specialized in obstetrics and gynecology, practicing for 4 years before moving to Miami, FL. Upon moving to the states, Rebecca began working in the cosmetic surgery world. In 2004, she met Dr. Phillip Craft and became his surgical assistant. Rebecca brings over 16 years of clinical experience to the table, including working in local hospitals. Her passions include singing, music, gardening, birds, horses, bowling, Japanese food, and movies. She prides herself on being a great "movie critic" and the office part-time comedian.

Clara - Post Operative Therapist

Clara M. Martinez is a professional aestitician born in Bogota, Colombia. Clara graduated from Corporacion Internaional de Estetica in 1992 in Bogota. She then received her specialty in pre and post surgical treatments for Cosmetic Surgery in Madrid, Spain. With over 15 years of experience, Clara also specializes in other aesthetic procedures including facials and body treatments. For nine years while in Colombia, she worked directly with internationally recognized plastic surgeons. She is a licensed professional aestitician in the state of Florida and has practiced in the Miami area for the past seven years.

She is pleased to join the wonderful team at New Beauty Center and is excited to share her knowledge and support with her patients to provide a safe, healthy, fast recovery and as a result a successful surgery with amazing results. Clara has three beautiful children; she loves to spend time at the beach, going dancing and is also fan of Zumba.

Amy - Licensed Aesthetician

Amy was born and raised in Miami. She attended the University of Georgia and graduated with a Bachelors degree. She then attended Florida College of Natural Health and graduated with honors (1st to pass state license exam at 100%). Working with plastic surgeons for over a decade, she loves the aesthetics industry and is continually learning and researching new treatments in order to offer leading-edge technology in the skin care industry. Outside of her career, she enjoys her three children, martial arts, and collecting glass shoes.

Melissa – Massage Therapist

Melissa was born in New York and raised in Connecticut. She graduated with a bachelor’s in business administration and psychology from Western Connecticut State University. Post college, Melissa spent some time traveling in South America learning about her mother’s heritage. Two years ago, she moved to Miami Beach and began studying massage therapy and hydrotherapy at Educating Hands School of Massage therapy. One of her passions is learning about the body’s physiology. Melissa attained her massage therapy license in early 2005. Her strength is in post – operative massage. Melissa believes the most satisfying part about her job is helping people obtain the results they desire as well as helping them feel better after surgery. She emphasizes the benefits of massage therapy post – surgically are reducing bruising, swelling, pain, and adhesions. Melissa’s hobbies include reading, going to the beach, working out, traveling, meeting new people, and dancing.