MODA Aesthetic & Wellness Center was founded in 2014 with the belief that everyone deserves to be pampered, no matter who they are. Once you start putting your skin and your wellness first, you will feel more confident and happier within yourself.
Working in the corporate world, our Founder James experienced what it was like to put work first before self care. This is why he has devoted his career to helping others take care of their health and well being.
James and his team of skincare professionals have extensive experience in healthcare, anti-aging skincare, wellness, and medical aesthetics. The staff at MODA Aesthetic & Wellness Center has the knowledge, expertise, and hands-on experience to help you achieve your optimal skin health.
the team
James Moda
FOUNDER & Vp OF OPERATIONS
James brings more than 20 years of experience in Healthcare Operations and Business Administration to MODA. James has played an integral role in launching and building the MODA brand in the San Francisco Bay Area. His strong business acumen has contributed to MODA's overall success, and since 2014 MODA has continued to be the market leader in the skincare industry under James’ leadership.
James has assembled a team of the finest skincare professionals at MODA Burlingame, including Licensed Estheticians, Registered Aesthetic Nurses, Medical Director, and Aesthetic Nurse Practitioner. His vision is to bring a variety of advanced, innovative, specialty anti-aging, aesthetics services to the local community in a relaxing, eco-friendly environment.
Oscar
MarketiNg Operations MaNager
Oscar was born and raised in San Francisco, California. He has an extensive background in Healthcare Marketing and Operations. Oscar is passionate about aesthetics and wellness, and is excited to be a member of the MODA team overseeing the Burlingame location.
Nurse JUDY, rn
Registered aesthetic Nurse
As the Lead Registered Aesthetic Nurse at MODA Skin & Wellness Center, Nurse Judy is dedicated to providing exceptional patient care. Born and raised in Los Angeles of Japanese and Russian heritage, Nurse Judy brings two decades of experience in aesthetics and dermatology to enrich our practice.
Nurse Judy is recognized as an industry expert in the Bay Area, having trained both physicians and nurses in injectable techniques and advanced aesthetics treatments across the US and the UK. Her approach to patient care is centered on personalization, ensuring that she addresses each individual’s unique needs so they can achieve their desired results.
Nurse Judy stays current on the latest advancements in aesthetic medicine, which empowers her to offer innovative treatments with confidence. Her unwavering dedication to excellence and patient satisfaction creates a welcoming environment for her patients.
Nurse Judy specializes in the following preventative and anti-aging aesthetics treatments:
BOTOX and Xeomin; Juvederm and RHA Dermal Fillers; Lip Fillers; Radiesse and Sculptra Advanced Biostimulators; IV Hydration; Peptide Therapies; Radio Frequency Microneedling; Skinpen Microneedling; Clear and Brilliant Laser Facials; PRF; Hair Rejuvenation Exosome Treatments; and EZ Gel Undereye Treatments.
Sonia Badreshia, Md, FAAD, Medical Director
board certified dermatologist
Dr. Sonia Badreshia is a leading Board-Certified Dermatologist and Dermatologic Surgeon trained at the prestigious Penn State, College of Medicine, Milton S. Hershey Medical Center, where she served as Chief Resident.
Dr. Badreshia has advanced training and expertise in cosmetic dermatology, acne, ethnic skin, and laser surgery. She is well known for her KRON Channel 4 Morning News Segments, “Healthy Skin with Dr. Sonia” helping to educate viewers on the latest and most innovative procedures.
Dr. Badreshia is a national and international speaker lecturing on various topics in skin care, acne, and skin cancer. Dr. Badreshia is also an active proponent of public education and contributes to mainstream media outlets. She hopes to continue her efforts in public education and outreach and being a positive role model to minority women.
Dr. Badreshia has been the recipient of many prestigious medical, research, and community service awards and grants. She has received a multitude of awards by the American Society of Dermatologic Surgery (ASDS) and Women’s Dermatologic Society (WDS) and has received recognition by Who’s Who in America, andInternational Health Professional of the Year.
Grace, NP
Nurse practitioner, aesthetics
Nurse Practitioner Grace is a dual board-certified Nurse Practitioner in Family Medicine and Adult-Gerontology Acute Care, with undergraduate and graduate training from the University of Pennsylvania. In addition to her NP role at MODA, Grace works at Stanford Health Center, where she focuses on delivering timely, comprehensive, and personalized care.
Grace has a passion for Aesthetic Medicine from injectables to energy-based treatments. Every patient receives a personalized medical treatment plan that prioritize safety, effectiveness, and long-term skin health. Grace builds gradually, strategically, and intentionally to achieve your desired results.
At MODA Grace specializes in the following aesthetics treatments:
Clear and Brilliant Laser; Skin Pen Microneedling; BOTOX and Xeomin; PRF/ EZ Gel; Biostimulators (Sculptra and Radiesse); Dermal Fillers.
Grace is a Bay Area native and enjoys caring for patients in her local community. Outside of work, Grace finds peace and renewal on the water- surfing, paddleboarding, scuba diving, or free diving- and enjoys time with her Olde English Bulldog and Standard Poodle.
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