(713) 489-7996 Appointment

Meet the Team Paul D. Fortes MD Plastic Surgery in Houston, TX

Our Team Houston

Meet Amber Braly

Patient Coordinator

Amber Braly is Dr. Fortes’ patient care coordinator. She is readily available to assist you in making your aesthetic enhancements journey a smooth process. Amber has years of experience in plastic surgery and is passionate about her work and continually strives to improve all aspects of the practice to provide her patients with the best possible experience she knows they deserve. As patient care coordinator she is dedicated to helping each patient with setting cosmetic goals, providing financing options, answering pre-op questions, coordinating medical screenings, and scheduling surgeries.

As a coordinator, Amber works very closely with Dr. Fortes and all members of Dr. Fortes’ team to help make the process easy and seamless for her patients. That way each patient can focus his or her attention on their aesthetic surgery goals so they can confidently feel empowered to achieve them. Supporting Dr. Fortes in changing people’s lives, Amber feels blessed to work with a doctor who is a visionary in the field of plastic surgery. She understands how life-changing the decision to have cosmetic surgery can be and is always ready and willing to ensure that each and every patient is provided the best and highest quality care that Dr. Fortes and The Aesthetic Center for Plastic Surgery have to offer. To meet Amber and Dr. Fortes call today at (713) 489-7996.

Our Team Houston

Meet Christy Craig, NP

Post Oak Spa. Joined ACPS In 2016.

Christy has been a practicing nurse practitioner since 2014. Before becoming a nurse practitioner, Christy worked in oncology at Methodist since 2003. Christy obtained her nurse practitioner degree from The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston in 2014 she also received her Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing from Houston Baptist University in 2005. She is a member of the Society of Plastic Surgical Skin Care Specialists (SPSSCS).

Favorite Procedure: I really enjoy ThermiTight. It has great patient satisfaction and is an alternate to surgery for skin tightening. I also love injectable fillers, in just an hour they can help turn back the hands of time.

Favorite Skincare Product: I love the Alastin skincare line. Their Nectar product is great for healing post- procedure.

Our Team Houston

Meet Heidi Fell, RN

Kimberley Spa. Joined ACPS In 2014.

Heidi has been a practicing aesthetic nurse since 2006. Before becoming an aesthetic nurse, Heidi worked in the Neonatal Intensive care unit at the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania in Philadelphia, and Seton Medical center in Austin. Heidi obtained her nursing degree from Washington State University in 2001. She is a member of the Society of Plastic Surgical Skin Care Specialists (SPSSCS). Heidi is also a trainer for Galderma since 2011 and was also a speaker and trainer for Medicis and Valeant (Cosmetic Pharmaceutical companies).

Favorite Procedure: Injectable fillers and Sculptra. I love the versatility of the products and the long term natural results that patient see when they’ve completed their treatment.

Favorite Skincare Product: Currently I’m loving the Alastin TransFORM body treatment. I’ve recently started using it and am loving the results.

Our Team Houston

Meet Lauren Ramos, RN

Joined ACPS In 2019.

Lauren has been a practicing aesthetic nurse since 2014. Before joining ACPS she practiced at a wellness & cosmetic center that coupled aesthetic procedures with hormone replacement therapy. She is a graduate of University of Houston (2001) with a Bachelor’s of Science in Psychology and continued her education earning a second degree in nursing in 2014. She receives continuing education and is a certified Master Injector through Allergan.

Our Team Houston

Meet Wendy Pell, LMT, LE, SS

Joined ACPS In 1995.

Wendy has been a practicing licensed esthetician since 2004. Prior to working as an esthetician in the spa and rejuvenation center, she worked at ACPS as licensed medical assistant since 1995 and a licensed massage therapist since 1999. Wendy has received continuing education and extensive training in skincare products, procedures and customer service. She is a member of the Society of Plastic Surgical Skin Care Specialists (SPSSCS).

Favorite Procedure: I really enjoy the BBL/Halo Combo because I can customize the treatment to target the patients concerns. Favorite

Skincare Product: I really enjoy SkinMedica® TNS Essential serum because it’s an all-in-one product. It’s great for patients who don’t have time for a lot of products but want the most bang for their buck!

Our Team Houston

Meet Natalie Cribley, LMT, SS

Joined ACPS In 2013.

Natalie has been a practicing skincare specialist/laser technician since 2013. Prior to working as an esthetician in the spa and rejuvenation center, she was the owner of a small medical practice specializing in therapeutic massages for breast cancer patients. Natalie has received continuing education and extensive training in skincare products, procedures and customer service. She has attended CoolSculpting university for advanced sculpting training. She is a member of the Society of Plastic Surgical Skin Care Specialists (SPSSCS).

Favorite Procedure: I really enjoy Halo and Fraxel. Fractional Lasers can be used to turn back time. Each session reduces the appearance of fine lines, wrinkles age spots, and overall uneven skin tone. It works magic!

Favorite Skincare Product: I really enjoy SkinMedica® TNS Essential Serum it is formulated with naturally occurring growth factors and is a truly rejuvenating treatment. Love it!

Our Team Houston

Meet Dora Murillo, LMT, SS

Joined ACPS In 1997.

Dora has been a practicing skincare specialist/laser technician since 2002. Prior to working as a skincare specialist in the spa and rejuvenation center, she was a highly trained medical assistant at ACPS since 1997. Dora has received continuing education and extensive training in skincare products, procedures and customer service. She has attended CoolSculpting University for advanced sculpting training. She is a member of the Society of Plastic Surgical Skin Care Specialists (SPSSCS).

Favorite Procedure: I really enjoy Halo and BBL because they are both very effective and have minimal downtime for the patient.

Favorite Skincare Product: I love SkinMedica and Alastin. Both lines are proven to be effective with consistent results while still being aesthetically appealing.

Our Team Houston

Meet Miriam Lopez, LMT, LE, SS

Joined ACPS In 2005

Miriam has been a practicing esthetician since 2009. Prior to working as an esthetician in the spa and rejuvenation center, she was a highly trained front office specialist. Miriam has received continuing education and extensive training in skincare products, procedures and customer service. She has attended CoolSculpting university for advanced sculpting training. She is a member of the Society of Plastic Surgical Skin Care Specialists (SPSSCS).

Favorite Procedure: I am all about skincare. Skincare is my passion, especially laser treatments. I also loving the results of CoolSculpting.

Favorite Skincare Product: My 3 favorite skincare lines are NeoCutis, Alastin and SkinMedica. They all are clinically proven to reduce the signs of aging.

Our Team Houston

Meet McKinsey Williams

Assistant Patient Coordinator

McKinsey is the assistant patient coordinator and an integral part of Dr. Fortes' team. With a genuine commitment to ensuring your overall well-being, McKinsey devotes time and effort behind the scenes to orchestrate a surgical journey that is not only seamless but also infused with a sense of ease and comfort.

Care You Can Trust

Place your trust in deserving hands. Explore state-of-the-art options and design your personalized treatment plan with renowned plastic surgeon Dr. Paul Fortes. Your best results are within reach.