Dr. Stephen Bresnick February 20th, 2010 To Whom It May Concern, This letter is to commend the excellent work of Ruth Swissa, a highly skilled professional permanent makeup artist and expert in micropigmentation. I have know Ms. Swissa for over 10 years and refer patients to her exclusively based on the quality of her work, ethics, and professionalism. My referrals have included patients desiring permanent makeup, such as lip and brow treatment, as well as patients requestion medically-oriented services such as scar camouflage and reconstructive breast pigmentation. Ruth performs cosmetic permanent makeup beautifully and with much skill. Her work is the best I have seen. Her treatment of breast cancer patients and reconstructive patients has greatly enhanced their results and patients are very appreciative of her great work and warm personality. Ms. Swissa has my highest recommendation. Sincerely yours, Stephen Bresnick, M.D. Board Certified Plastic Surgeon Assistant Clinical Professor Department of Plastic Surgery, USC School of Medicine Click to view the original letter of recommendation Dr. Peter Grossman February 8th, 2010 To Whom it May Concern: Re: Ruth Swissa I have been utilizing the services of Ruth Swissa for some time now, and I must say that I am extremely impressed with her work as a medical tattoo technician. She has excellent artistry and an excellent understanding of anatomy. I have sent her extremely difficult cases that deal with reconstruction of burn-injured patients who are either lacking pigment or lack the appearance of the normal architecture of the skin, and with her artistry and technique, she is able to significantly improve the quality of the lives of these patients. I heartily recommend her and plan on continuing to use her as my Number One medical tattoo technician. Sincerely, Peter H Grossman, M.D., F.A.C.S Click to view the original letter of recommendation Kryger Institute of Plastic Surgery February 15th, 2010 Re: Ruth Swissa Letter of Recommendation To Whom It May Concern: As one of the busiest breast cancer reconstruction plastic surgery practices in the area, we have sent numerous patients to Ruth Swissa for medical tattooing of reconstructed nipples. She has done a superb job on all of the implant reconstructions, as well as the TRAM flap patients that we have sent her. Our patients tell us that she is kind, warm, and compassionate, and we have seen the results and know that she is technically outstanding. We hold her in the highest regards, and we will continue to send our patients to see her. Sincerely, Gil Kryger, M.D Diplomate of the American Board of Plastic Surgery Zol Kryger, M.D. Diplomate of the American Board of Plastic Surgery Click to view the original letter of recommendation Grossman Burn Foundation March 4th, 2010 Subject: Letter of reference for Mrs. Ruth Swissa To whom it may concern, On behalf of the Grossman Burn Foundation, the philanthropic arm of The Grossman Burn Centers, it is with great pleasure to present this letter of reference for Mrs. Ruth Swissa. This organization is blessed to have had the opportunity to work with Ruth Swissa and know her personally. She is a true humanitarian and a deeply compassionate individual. Furthermore, she is an exceptional artist and consummate professional. Ruth has donated her skills and services to patients who have been victims of a life changing tragedy and we are deeply appreciative for her many contributions and efforts to better the lives of burn survivors globally. The Grossman Burn Foundation is a non-profit 501(c) (3) organization of humanitarians, united for a better world. We are establishing new training programs for burn care in impoverished and remote areas of the world where families cannot afford to get help or do not have access to quality burn care. We consider Ruth a part of our recovery team and remain forever grateful for her support. Sincerely, Rebecca Grossman Chair Grossman Burn Foundation Click to view the original letter of recommendation Screen Actors Guild March 4th, 2010 Dear Ms. Ruth Swissa: Thank you for you participation in our seventh annual Screen Actors Guild Health Fair, May 14, 2008, sponsored by the Hollywood Safetynet Committee. Happily, the event was a stupendous success despite high fuel prices which may have kept some away. However, nearly 800 attendees attended and were provided much needed screenings and services by our wonderful healthcare providers supported by a capable team of Safetynet Committee members, volunteers, and staff. We gratefully acknowledge and appreciate your generous contribution to the success of the event. Sincerely, Renee Aubry National Chair Hollywood Division Screen Actors Guild Healthcare Safetynet Click to view the original letter of recommendation