Maria Afable, RN is a dedicated registered nurse with over seven years of diverse experience in healthcare. With a strong foundation in critical care, surgery, and special procedures, Maria has worked alongside prominent plastic surgeons and collaborated with numerous med spas, honing her expertise in the field of medical aesthetics.

Her passion lies in the intersection of art and science, where she combines her nursing skills and medical knowledge to deliver safe, effective, and aesthetically pleasing treatments. Known for her attention to detail and commitment to patient care, Maria brings both compassion and precision to every procedure, helping her clients feel confident and beautiful in their own skin

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Patrick Blake, M.D. is a board-certified dermatologist. He our medical director for Grace Medical Beauty Aesthetics. He grew up in the Cleveland, Ohio area and graduated from Ohio Wesleyan University with a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology. He attended medical school at the prestigious Cleveland Clinic Lerner College of Medicine. He researched rare dermatologic diseases at the Howard Hughes Medical Institute/National Institute of Health; it was during this time he developed his passion for dermatology. He was honored to be chosen by faculty and peers as his medical school commencement speaker. He went on to complete his Internship at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center and his Residency in Dermatology at the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center. He served as the Clinic Chief Resident for one of the country’s largest Veterans Affairs Medical Centers in Dallas, Texas. He was also involved in the design and execution of an ongoing clinical trial for cutaneous (skin) lupus. Dr. Blake teaches at UCSD as a Voluntary Clinical Instructor. Dr. Blake serves on several professional societies, but especially enjoys the American Academy of Dermatology Youth Education Committee. He has spent months abroad providing medical care in places such as Vellore, India and Lamay, Peru. In his spare time, he enjoys the company of family and friends.

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Danielle Bruscia, RN — Aesthetic Nurse

True beauty starts with confidence. At Grace Aesthetics, Danielle is dedicated to helping patients look and feel like the best version of themselves. As an Aesthetic Nurse, she specializes in custom cosmetic injectables, advanced laser treatments, chemical peels, and microneedling.

Danielle believes that aesthetic medicine isn’t about changing who you are—it’s about refreshing, balancing, and highlighting your inherent beauty. With a gentle touch and an eye for detail, she creates personalized treatment plans designed to boost your confidence while keeping your results soft, subtle, and natural.

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