Our Team

Dr. Henao

Dr. Gwendolyn Henao takes a well-rounded view of medicine and her patients, and that approach already has earned her accolades from patients at Sharp Medical Center's Outpatient Pavillion.

A scholarship recipient at the prestigious Baylor College of Medicine, Dr. Henao gravitated toward obstetrics and gynecology during her residency at Baylor for its balance of surgery, wellness practice and delivering babies.

Her interest in female aesthetics and "catering to the woman as a whole," led Dr. Henao to spearhead West Coast OBGYN's founding of a state-of-the-art laser and cosmetics clinic.

Born in Houston, she spent much of her childhood in Columbia as well as Texas. Dr. Henao speaks English and Spanish with equal fluency.

A passionate oboe and English horn player who performed at Carnegie Hall, she enjoys tennis, cycling, rollerblading, classical music and opera, as well as cooking, travel and spending time with husband Ramin Raiszadeh, a spine surgeon, and their three daughters.

Dr. Kim Goodwin

Dr. Kim Goodwin became an OB/GYN because she loves "taking care of women and delivering babies is a thrill“. Graduating with honors from the University of San Francisco, Dr. Goodwin has a BS majoring in biology with a minor in psychology. She went on to receive her medical degree from Brown University in Rhode Island, where she was presented with many accolades.

Her four years as a resident in obstetrics and gynecology at the Women and Infants’ Hospital in Rhode Island proved to be successful as well. Dr. Goodwin received the "Outstanding Resident Teaching" award each year that she was a resident.

Dr. Goodwin is a Fellow of the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists and her activities have included: violence peer counseling, pregnancy clinic counselor and Children's Psychiatric Hospital volunteer. Dr. Goodwin was also named as one of the city’s best physicians by San Diego Magazine in the October 2006.

She is married to Aaron Brennan, a firefighter for San Diego City Fire Department. Dr. Goodwin enjoys competitive volleyball, reading and knitting.

Dr. Margaret Marcrander

Dr. Margaret Marcrander moved to San Diego after earning degrees in biology and chemistry from Texas Christian University, a medical degree from St. Louis University School of Medicine, and completing her residency at St. John's Mercy Medical Center. She has followed in the footsteps of her father who is an established doctor of obstetrics and gynecology in St. Louis.

Prenatal care and delivering babies gives her genuine gratification. Dr. Marcrander believes it's an honor to bring new life into the world and sharing that special moment with parents is a joy and a privilege. Promoting women's health is very important to her as well, which is why she has dedicated her life's work to female care and promoting preventative health care. Dr. Marcrander is an accomplished and disciplined surgeon which makes her invaluable to West Coast OB/GYN Associates and their patients.

In her spare time, she enjoys traveling, cooking, scuba diving and reading. She and her husband Tom have two wonderful children.

Dr. Craig Saffer

Dr. Craig Saffer has practiced as a physician in many medical specialties including internal medicine, surgery, pediatrics as well as family practice. But it was his passion for obstetrics and gynecology that won the day for this well-qualified physician and he has over 14 year's experience in this field. "It's a privilege to share such an important part of someone's life," says Dr. Saffer. "Nothing can compare with the joy of being there at the start of a precious life. I wouldn't change my job for the world."

Dr. Saffer provides total obstetric care and is a specialist in minimally invasive surgery (laparoscopy and hysteroscopy). Dr. Saffer was named one of San Diego’s top doctors by San Diego Magazine in October 2006. He has been featured on Discovery Channel as well as The Learning Channel and teaches laproscopic surgery to other gynecologists. He is actively involved in research in his field, predominantly post-menopausal therapies and female sexual dysfunction.

Dr. Saffer is married to a physician. He enjoys camping with his two children and plays the guitar for relaxation.

Mona Nuthall, FNP

Mona Nuthall is a native of Southern California, who graduated with a Master's degree in Nursing Science as a Nurse Practitioner from the University of San Diego in May of 2000.

After working for 20 years in the healthcare field, including work at UCSD Medical Center in the Infant Special Care Center, Mona began practicing as a Nurse Practitioner.

Mona provides individualized care to women of all ages focusing on every patient's special needs including prenatal care, contraceptive management, and treatment of sexually transmitted infections.

Mona enjoys kayaking, photography, and attending her daughters' athletic events.

Our Staff

The staff at West Coast Laser and Cosmetics is committed to providing our patients exemplary and courteous care with every visit.