Staff
Niki Okkerse, our practice manager and patient care coordinator, sets some of the highest professional standards in the field of plastic surgery. With a background of nearly two decades as a surgical technologist, Niki has worked in numerous operating rooms and with every type of surgical specialty, including plastic surgery. After years of helping Dr. Cohen with his surgeries, Niki developed an in-depth understanding of all the procedures he performs. As our patient care coordinator, Niki acquired the full 360-degree set of skills important in caring for our patients. Niki has an impeccable bedside manner and a kind, compassionate style of interacting with people. Alongside with Dr. Cohen, she will be involved in all your care, starting with your initial consultation, to your preoperative visits, to the surgery itself (where she helps Dr. Cohen), and all the way to your postoperative care during recovery.
Brianna Wilson is one of our medical assistants and has been at Bayview since the fall of 2021. She has 3 years of experience in patient care, both in plastic surgery and in ophthalmology. Brianna has developed exquisite clinical skills and is passionate about helping others. In her spare time, she enjoys traveling and exploring the PNW with her dog Mollie.
Samantha Sokol is a physician assistant certified by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA). She is a member of the American Academy of Physician Assistants (AAPA.) She has been a PA-C for over five years, working both as a surgical first assist and a clinician. Samantha is known for her exceptional technical skills and attention to detail. She listens to her patient’s goals and helps create a treatment plan that best suites them. She was born and raised in the Pacific Northwest. Outside of work she enjoys spending time with her family, hiking, and exercising.
Gloria Moyer is one of our medical receptionists. She joined Bayview Plastic Surgery in March of 2022. Gloria has many years working in the hospitality industry and loves meeting new people. Gloria grew up in Port Orchard and now resides in Gig Harbor. When she is not working at our office, she loves to be with her family, friends, and dog Loki.
Jori Wallace is one of our newest medical assistants. She joined Bayview Plastic Surgery in the spring of 2022. Her 10 years of experience and her background in both family practice and orthopedics taught Jori numerous skills and an extensive foundation of knowledge about patient care. She loves having a connection with our patients and enjoys getting to know them. Jori grew up in Gig Harbor and has always been a part of the community. When she is not working part-time at our office, she is a full-time mom of one. Jori also helps her parents with their family business, a taproom in Purdy called The Beer Vault. She currently resides in Belfair/Bremerton area with her husband, her son, and their labradoodle.
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