Gina Cohen started working in the field of Anaplastology in 2006 in the Maxillofacial technician training program at Columbia Presbyterian Hospital and the Bronx VA in New York.  After completing the program in 2008, Gina joined the private practice, Aesthetic Prosthetics, in Pasadena, CA.  Prior to that, she earned a Bachelors of Arts degree at Florida State University and a Masters of Fine Arts degree in Sculpture at the New York Academy of Art.  She credits her artistic career to her mentor, the late portrait artist, Edward Jonas, who devoted much of his time to encourage her to pursue art and share his knowledge and expertise in the field. She is a member of the Portrait Society of America, International Anaplastology Association and a board Certified Clinical Anaplastologist.