Meet Our Administrative Staff

Tamara is a Colorado Native who moved to the Coachella Valley in 2002 to pursue a career in the Aesthetic Industry. With extensive experience in business management and marketing, she became the Practice Manager for Cosmetic Surgery Institute in 2008. With a strong desire to grow the business and open a second location, Dr. Mo Zakhireh, Marisa Rivera, and Tamara opened SkinLab in the busiest shopping district in Palm Desert in 2020. Tamara continues to manage the daily operations of the surgery center and business operations of SkinLab. In her free time, she likes to spend time with her husband and two boys, traveling, golfing, and skiing.

Favorite Treatment: VI Peel

Holli joined the CSI team in 2016 as the front office Patient Coordinator and became Assistant Manager in 2021. Holli has lived in the Coachella Valley for more than 38 years, where she has raised four beautiful children and worked as VP of her husband’s construction company. She is extremely service-oriented as a result of having worked in the service industry for more than thirty years in various industries, including beauty and real estate.

Favorite Treatment: Laser Treatments

MaKael started her medical journey in 2013, working as the Outpatient and Emergency Room Receptionist, where she found her passion for working in the medical field. MaKael start working for a dermatology and cosmetic surgery office for five years, becoming the manager on duty. Finally reaching her goals of working in a plastic surgery office, MaKael joined our team in 2020 with the goal to learn everything she could. MaKael is a mother to her one son, who loves coming to the office and spending time with “Dr. MoMo.” She is dedicated to educating patients about our practice in order to help patients achieve their aesthetic goals and guide them through their surgical journey.

Favorite Treatment: Microneedling

Susan joined Cosmetic Surgery Institute in 2016 after working for another local aesthetic medical office for more than six years. Her background in marketing and retail management serves her primary focus of building patient relationships. She is dedicated to helping patients achieve their aesthetic goals and answering any questions before and after their visit, as well as helping to bridge a positive and open relationship with our practice.

Favorite Treatment: PicoSure Laser

Nathaly is a skilled lash artist with over six years of experience in dermatology, beauty, skin care, and consulting. Nathaly excels in building strong relationships and connecting with people, while showcasing exceptional interpersonal skills. Nathaly also loves dancing and staying active with her little family.