Meet Dr. Vera
Over the past 12 years, I have treated all skin types: young, sun worshipers, men, peri-menopausal and post-menopausal women. Going through Peri-menopause myself, I recognize the importance of a holistic point of view with aging, skin health and feeling vibrant.
Personal Experience Is Life’s Greatest Teacher.
From my perspective the bottom line is this: when you have optimal health, your mind is sharper, more focused, you are creative, have the energy to accomplish your goals that you set out. When you are fatigued, constantly sick, depressed, unmotivated, and hormones on a roller coaster with GI upset as the icing on the cake- it makes your life more difficult to bare and distracts you from being a high performer.
I started POTENTIA MedSpa because my clients were looking for an alternative solution to healthier skin. Most are hesitant about using botox or filler, but want to rejuvenate their skin. I've been helping those suffering from multiple imbalances leading to abnormalities in skin issues internally i.e. digestion, hormone imbalance, food allergies, and nutrient depletion for many years, so my understanding of skin health is much deeper than most.
I am proud to say: We are the only Functional Aesthetics practice in the Bay Area. It’s a perfect blend of medical expertise combined with innovative technology and natural-based support for skin health.
My Official History
I love what I do: I’ve been in private practice for over 13 years and love it! I’ve been featured on KPFA radio, KRON4 and have been featured in Jones & JustLuxe magazine, and an expert panelist in numerous women’s health summits. What I love most is helping people transform their lives onstage as a speaker.
I am a honored graduate of: Southwest College of Naturopathic Medicine, the top rated Nautropathic school for integrative care. I assisted the Research Chair at Southwest College of Naturopathic Medicine in cutting-edge research of Astragalus’ effect on genetic expression and immunity published in The FASEB Journal. My passion was also heavily involved in advancing awareness and gaining legislative recognition in the Naturopathic profession throughout Arizona. I received the SCNM Leadership Award of my graduating class.
I was appointed by: Governor Brown and Govenor Newsom to the Board of Directors for all Naturopathic Doctors in California. I’m helping to shape the future of Integrative medicine through policy change, setting new laws and ensuring patients are safe.
I am a member of: California Naturopathic Doctor’s Association. My Alumni includes University of Michigan-B.S. in Biopsychology and Wayne State University-Masters in Business Administration.