Tat2BeGone Laser Tattoo Removal Center:
Our Mission Statement
Led by a team of medical experts, Tat2BeGone, Medical Group is committed to utilizing state-of-the-art laser tattoo removal technology within an atmosphere that is professional, clean, comfortable, safe, caring and personable. We believe the critical success factor is setting appropriate expectations with education and awareness while providing the most cost-efficient solution to individuals seeking tattoo removal or tattoo lightening. Through our unrelenting attention to quality patient care and dedication to complete tattoo removal, our successful results offer increased self-esteem to individuals and positive contributions to communities.
About Tat2BeGone
Tat2BeGone, Medical Group was formed to help individuals from all backgrounds to remove unwanted tattoos and other markings. We all have done things we'd like to take back or remove from our past, but the first step is to learn about the process of laser tattoo removal and then set appropriate expectations. Tat2BeGone was created to provide a cost-effective means for removing unwanted tattoos, which is why we have the best tattoo removal prices in Southern California, guaranteed.
The medical staff at Tat2BeGone Medical Group is fully committed to making patient procedures as comfortable as possible. All employees have over 50 hours of medical training and are available to answer any questions you might have; some are even undergoing the same laser tattoo removal procedures you are thinking about right now.
Permanent Makeup Removal
If you are having second thoughts about your tattooed eyebrow makeup and would like to return to a more natural look, Tat2BeGone Medical Group offers the option to remove this 'permanent' makeup as well.
Thinking twice about your Tattoos?
Would you like to remove the name of that ex-girlfriend on your arm or that fraternity tattoo you’ve finally outgrown? Are you tired of covering that new tattoo from your kids or co-workers? As Southern California’s leading tattoo removal company for the past six years, Tat2BeGone and its team of certified medical experts has successfully treated more than 6,500 clients, performing over 24,000 treatments, while utilizing state of the art laser tattoo removal technology.
On a personal and professional level, people are more interested than ever before in tattoo removal and with today’s Advanced Laser Technology, tattoos NO LONGER have to be permanent. Whatever the reason may be, if you want to get a tattoo off or lighten an unwanted tattoo, then Tat2BeGone Medical Group is the answer.
Many of the employees working at Tat2BeGone have gone through the removal process and would be happy to share their personal experience as well as show you their tattoo removal before and after pictures.
Members of the Tat2BeGone family
Dr. Douglas Mest, MD, owner and medical director of Tat2BeGone, Medical Group, is a Philadelphia native that graduated with honors from Temple University School of Medicine. He completed his post graduate training at The University of California at Irvine.
Dr. Mest is the former medical director of Outpatient Surgical Services at UC Irvine Medical Center and has served as an Assistant Clinical Professor at UC Irvine.
Additionally, Dr. Mest has the following professional credentials:
With the explosive growth of tattoos over the past 10 years, Dr. Mest saw the need to create a dedicated tattoo removal center that offered patients a safe and caring environment to remove tattoos or lighten existing tattoos; a need that Dr. Mest felt was not being met in the traditional medical environment.
Dr. Mest offers state-of-the-art laser tattoo removal technology in a welcoming and safe environment to help patients who wish to change their outward markings and begin anew.
Cynthia Sandoval, BSN, RN, Nursing Supervisor, has been with Tat2BeGone Medical Group, Inc. since May 2007. She graduated from California State University, Long Beach in 1985 with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing. Her nursing career includes positions as a hospital staff nurse specializing in cardiology, educator, home health nurse, nursing supervisor, home health agency quality manager, and occupational health nurse.
Cynthia is responsible for performing patient consultations and laser treatments, training new staff RNs, as well as managing the Tat2BeGone Medical Group nursing staff for the Medical Director, Dr. Mest.
Cynthia loves the interaction and relationship building she develops with each patient and strives to establish the highest level of patient satisfaction throughout the entire removal process.
Jerry Lorito is the Vice President of Operations for Tat2BeGone, Medical Group, and serves to educate and help people understand the process and technology involved with removing unwanted tattoos. He has personally been removing his tattoos on both arms from elbows to wrists, and at this point is about 98% ink-free. As a living testament to what laser tattoo removal can do, Jerry allows potential patients to see first-hand that colorful, professional tattoos can be removed with minimum risk of any pigmented discoloring with his personal tattoo removal before and after pictures.
Additionally, Jerry contributes to individual success and societal change with tattoo removal in the following ways:
- He is involved with local police and commissioners to help ex-gang members with their tattoo removal
- He speaks at schools, churches and community centers about the obstacles he has faced in having tattoos covering both arms, inspiring others who wish to begin anew and change their outward markings
- He educates people on laser tattoo removal and the process involved, both mentally and physically
Front Office Staff
Tat2BeGone Medical Group employees are committed to ensuring customer satisfaction by offering the highest level of service in the industry. Our staff realizes the amount of time and money involved in removing unwanted tattoos and goes the extra mile to help facilitate in the removal process. You can be sure that whatever Tat2BeGone employee greets you at the front counter or answers your phone call, you will be treated with the highest level of dignity and respect you deserve.
