Community Outreach

The Cosmetic Surgery Center of Maryland and Be Lifestyle Medi Spa continue to support our local community. We are proud to participate in various charitable programs including donations to the Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure Foundation, Steps to the Cure, Friends in Red and many other non-profit agencies and associations. We take a great interest in giving back to the communities that we serve.

Jewish Recovery Houses, Inc.

Dr. and Mrs. Michael Cohen are proud to sponsor a Monthly Shabbat Dinner which 
directly benefits the residents of the Jewish Recovery Houses, Inc.
The Jewish Recovery Houses (JRH) helps Jewish men and women
in the early stages of recovery from alcohol and drug addiction. They provide
safe, welcoming and compassionate sober living facilities and an environment
where the residents can develop the skills they need to live a productive life-
free from the ravages of addiction.

Baltimore BreastFest

Saturday, October 10, 2009
Nick's Fish House

We are proud to sponsor the 11th annual Baltimore BreastFest, a celebration of life raising & money for the Hoffberger Breast Center at Mercy. We share The Tyanna Foundation's mission to increase awareness and build support for breast cancer research, services, education, treatment and patient care

Steps to the Cure

The Cosmetic Surgery Center of Maryland was thrilled to support our own Larry and Lori Lickstein in their inaugural, groundbreaking event, Steps to the Cure. On Friday, October 10, The Larry and Lori Lickstein foundation shattered the image of a traditional fundraiser with their progressive, arts driven event benefiting the distinct needs of Maryland breast cancer patients. Maryland Affiliate of Susan G. Komen for the Cure®, Fuchsia Foundation, Kids Konnected, and The Red Devils were recognized to honor their missions to address often overlooked needs of breast cancer patients.

Friends in Red

On October 29th, the Friends in Red gathered to support and celebrate the achievements of the Johns Hopkins Center for Inherited Heart Disease and the HYPE Program. The event was held in the newly expanded Shoffer’s Furniture location in Federal Hill, where guests enjoyed fabulous fare while viewing art, unique gifts and auction items. The Cosmetic Surgery Center of Maryland is a proud sponsor of the Friends in Red and congratulates them on their success.

Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation

Once again, the CSCMD Team was in full force at the annual Susan G. Komen Race for The Cure. We’re so proud to support this amazing effort to raise funds and awareness for the fight against breast cancer. The Susan G. Komen organization is the world's largest and most progressive grassroots network of breast cancer survivors and activists. The Komen Race for the Cure Series raises significant funds and awareness for the fight against breast cancer, celebrates breast cancer survivorship, and honors those who have lost their battle with the disease.

Walk Now for Autism

The Cosmetic Surgery Center of Maryland is a proud sponsor of Walk Now for Autism, the nation's largest grassroots autism walk program. Walk for Autism Now is Autism Speaks' signature fundraising and awareness event, taking place in communities across the United States, as well as in Canada and the United Kingdom.

Powered by volunteers and families with loved ones on the autism spectrum, this successful grassroots fundraising effort not only generates vital funds for autism research but also raises awareness about the increasing prevalence of autism and the need for increased research funding to combat this complex disorder.

The Alliance for Lupus Research

The Cosmetic Surgery Center of Maryland is a proud to sponsor The Alliance for Lupus Research (ALR), a national voluntary health organization founded by Woody Johnson (owner of the New York Jets) in 1999 to raise awareness and critical funds for medical research that will lead to the prevention, treatment and ultimately a CURE for LUPUS, a debilitating autoimmune disease.

SPOTLIGHT - Beth Tfiloh Dahan Community School Scholarship Fund

The Cosmetic Surgery Center of Maryland is proud to sponsor SPOTLIGHT, Beth Tfiloh Dahan Community School's annual event in support of the school Scholarship Fund and Student Life Activities. Thursday, June 5, comedian Martin Short is our featured entertainer in this annual gala in the Beth Tfiloh Dahan Sanctuary.

SPOTLIGHT is one of the largest netting fundraising events in the Baltimore area. All proceeds from the event benefit the Beth Tfiloh Dahan Community School Scholarship Fund, which provides tuition assistance for over 30% of the current student body.

National Gaucher Foundation

The Cosmetic Surgery Center of Maryland is thrilled to be a Bronze Sponsor of the Go for Gaucher! Walk in Baltimore on September 28, 2008. The Go For Goucher! Walk event will be held to raise funds for education and awareness of Gaucher disease. Gaucher disease can affect anyone. Through walks such as this, we are able to reach out to families and individuals who have never heard of it, or may have symptoms and do not know that there are treatments.

The National Gaucher Foundation (NGF) is dedicated to supporting and promoting research towards the cause, treatments and a cure for Gaucher Disease. Our mission has expanded to promote education and awareness, fund financial programs vital to the Gaucher community and to meet the ever-increasing needs of individuals with Gaucher disease and their families.

Tourette Syndrome Assocation

The Cosmetic Surgery Center of Maryland is proud to support the Millstein Family in the January ‘09 Walt Disney World Marathon Weekend in Orlando, Florida to benefit the National Tourette Association. The National Tourette Syndrome Association’s (TSA’s) mission is to identify the cause of, find the cure for and control the effects of Tourette Syndrome. TSA offers resources and referrals to help people and their families cope with the problems that occur with TS. In addition, TSA raises public awareness and counter media stereotypes about TS. Membership includes individuals, families, relatives, and medical and allied professionals working in the field.

The BRA-VO! Benefit Event - An Uplifting Event Supporting Breast Cancer Awareness

2007 - Local Plastic Surgeon Asked to be the Medical Expert for the Annual Fundraiser to Benefit Breast Cancer Survivors

The Cosmetic Surgery Center of Maryland and Skin Beautiful Medi Spa continued their generous support of breast cancer awareness and research this fall. For the second consecutive year, the practice continued to be involved as a supporter of the LifeBridge Health ’s braVo! event. In October of 2007, the fundraiser presented an exhibition of handcrafted artwork using women’s bras as canvases, which were displayed for live and private auctions. Proceeds benefit patients at Northwest Hospital Center and Sinai Hospital who cannot afford the supplemental services often associated with breast cancer, which are not covered by insurance.

Dr. Cohen’s and Dr. Lickstein's strong commitment to promoting breast cancer awareness was evidenced last year by their support of the event in purchasing nine of the featured bras. Bettye Leibowitz, from the Art Connection, was commissioned to design the layout and display of the bras. In addition to sponsoring the event on behalf of The Cosmetic Surgery Center of Maryland and Skin Beautiful Medi Spa, Dr. Cohen played an integral role in the success of the braVo event, serving as a medical expert.

2006 - Rudy Miller and the gang from LifeBridge Health held their first braVo exhibit and auction Oct. 25 at The Meyerhoff Symphony Hall. More than 700 supporters participated with the proceeds supporting breast cancer awareness. Also benefiting from this worthwhile event are the patients at the Alvin & Lois Lapidus Cancer Institute at Sinai Hospital and the Herman and Walter Samuelson Breast Care Center at Northwest Hospital.

Ninety-eight brassieres were creatively hand-decorated by local designers, celebs and artists and were auctioned through both live and silent venues.

Former Ravens Super Bowl players Kyle Richardson and Mike McCrary and their wives were in attendance, showing their appreciation for the "uplifting" artwork and their dedication to a great cause.

The Cosmetic Surgery Center of Maryland and Skin Beautiful Medi Spa were contributors to the event and were in attendance at the occasion, purchasing nine of the hand-decorated bras.

The Mildred Mindell Cancer Foundation

The Cosmetic Surgery Center of Maryland and Skin Beautiful Medi Spa are proud to support the Mildred Mindell Cancer Foundation, which raises funds to fight cancer, as well as for patient aid, research, rehabilitation, and education. In its 45 year history, the Mildred Mindell Cancer Foundation has contributed more than $2.5 million in the Baltimore area towards education, research, rehabilitation, and treatment of cancer.

 

Chef Cindy Wolf's Breast Cancer Awareness Fundraiser

Together the Cosmetic Surgery Center of Maryland and Skin Beautiful Medi Spa participated in a charity dinner presented by Chef Cindy Wolf and Tony Foreman to raise money for the Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation. The dinner was held at Charleston on Sunday, October 8, 2006.A multi course menu created by Chef Wolf complimented by extraordinary wine pairings selected by Tony Foreman from the Charleston cellar will be served.  Tickets for this event are $500 per person.  Chef Wolf, Tony Foreman and everyone at Charleston , donate 100% of their time as well as the food, wine and use of the restaurant.

The Baltimore County Sheriff's Department

The Cosmetic Surgery Center of Maryland is a proud contributor to the Baltimore County Sheriff's Department, the mission of which is to maintain the integrity and provide service to the Baltimore County Circuit Court, to provide assistance and support to the citizens of Baltimore County, and to cooperate with all law enforcement agencies in their quest to maintain order in our community.

MSTA - Teachers Association

The Cosmetic Surgery Center of Maryland is a contributor to the Maryland State Teachers' Association, a subsidiary of the National Education Association. MSTA is the voice of Maryland's public school teachers and education support professionals.

The Baltimore Sun Auction for CENTERSTAGE

Skin Beautiful Medi-Spa & The Cosmetic Surgery Center of Maryland donated a Passport to Beauty Package valued at $1,000 to the Baltimore Sun auction for CENTERSTAGE. Launched in 1963 by an ambitious community drama group, CENTERSTAGE has become a leader in the regional theater movement, whose goal is to produce first-rate professional theater in communities across America.

RAY'S SUMMER DAYS Benefiting the Ray Lewis Foundation

The Ray Lewis 52 FOUNDATION is a non-profit tax-exempt corporation whose mission is to provide personal and economic assistance to disadvantaged youth.

Ray has built a strong reputation on and off the field as a leader who cares enough to get things done. Since Ray first arrived in the Baltimore area, he has been a community staple when it pertains to helping the youth of our city. The Ray Lewis Foundation is committed to enhancing the lives of todays at-risk youth.

Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation Boots-N-Bangles Bar-B-Cure

Toss out your tuxedo, put on your boots, bangles and jeans, and get ready for this Bar-B-Q with a twist - It's a Bar-B-Cure! Enjoy live entertainment, stake your claim in the live auction, loosen your belt a notch to enjoy tasty Bar-B-Q, and dance 'til the cows come home. The Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation International (JDRF) is the leading charitable funder and advocate for research on type 1 (juvenile) diabetes and its complications. The mission of JDRF is to find a cure for diabetes and its complications through the support of research. Founded in 1970 by parents to find a cure for diabetes, JDRF has directed more than $1 billion in grants for diabetes research to the world's leading laboratories, universities, and medical centers.

Yad b'Yad (Hand in Hand) Fund

The Cosmetic Surgery Center of Maryland contributes to the Yad b'Yad Fund, a benefit to help Jewish families in need.

 

 

 

 

Life and Breath Foundation

The Cosmtetic Surgery Center of Maryland and Skin Beautiful Medi Spa are proud to participate in this years Wine and Dine for a Great Cause to benefit The Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine Sarcoidosis Clinic. The Life and Breath Foundation along with Chef Jerry Pellegrino will host 50 guests in an evening of distinctive food and wine with music by the Annapolis Symphony Orchestra, Jose-Luis Novo, Music Director.

Pink Ladies' Night for the Cure

The Cosmetic Surgery Center of Maryland and Skin Beautiful Medi Spa are featured sponsors of the Pink Ladies' Night for the Cure to support the fight against breast cancer.  All proceeds go to Susan G. Komen Foundation Maryland Affiliate.

This all inclusive evening of Pink Glamour featuring PINK cocktails, TAPAS, sweet noshes, Spa Treatments and a fabulous take-home swag bag of beauty booty for every guest.