In this thirty-eighth episode of Vitals and Voices, we sit down with Taehee Strauss, a Physician Associate specializing in dermatology and aesthetic medicine. Taehee focuses on skin health, regenerative treatments, and advanced injectable techniques—helping patients not only improve their skin, but feel confident and empowered in it.

Taehee was drawn to healthcare by the opportunity to make a direct, meaningful impact in people’s lives. In her current work, she blends science, precision, and artistry through medical and aesthetic dermatology. For her, injectables and skin treatments are not just procedures—they are a careful balance of anatomy, safety, and an artistic eye.

We talk about what keeps her motivated in a constantly evolving field. Taehee embraces challenges as opportunities to grow, believing that stagnation has no place in medicine. Continuous learning is central to her practice, and nothing is more rewarding than seeing a patient leave feeling more confident than when they walked in.

She is especially passionate about human cadaver aesthetic anatomy, which she considers the foundation of safe and effective aesthetic practice. Having taught cadaver anatomy courses to pre-med students in college, Taehee developed a deep respect for anatomical precision—knowledge that now directly informs her approach to filler techniques and advanced injectables.

We also highlight one of her proudest accomplishments: earning her acceptance into PA school. Despite being told how competitive the process was—and facing a low GPA at the time—Taehee worked relentlessly to raise her academic standing while simultaneously working as a NICU RN, teaching cadaver anatomy, and running her own macaron bakery. It was one of the most challenging seasons of her life, but one that shaped her resilience and determination.

Outside of medicine, Taehee is currently perfecting her sourdough baking skills and has a love for funny socks and uniquely “messed up” hats—one day hoping to design her own. Her story is a reminder that medicine can be both deeply technical and beautifully creative, and that growth often comes from the most demanding chapters of our lives.