Melissa came to Los Angeles after college with aspirations of becoming an actress. Steve had just finished his rigorous training to become a plastic surgeon and was starting his practice. It was a magical series of events that led Melissa and Steve to meet. One of Dr. Ip's employees became pregnant, and to ensure she could keep her position, she recommended a friend whose roommate was available. This happened to be Melissa. She had just arrived in Los Angeles and was working multiple jobs to secure enough vouchers to become a member of the Screen Actors Guild.When Dr. Ip met Melissa, he instantly noticed that she was not only beautiful but also had a great sense of humor and a huge heart. 

That marked the beginning of their love story. Melissa and Steve started dating and shared multiple fun experiences together. Melissa also joined Dr. Ip in multiple charitable medical and dog rescue events.

When they both realized they were better together than apart, they got married. The proposal took place at the top of the Eiffel Tower in Paris. Since then, they have expanded to a bicoastal presence, developing a bicoastal plastic surgery practice in Newport Beach, Beverly Hills, and NYC. Meanwhile, Melissa pursued her various passion projects and volunteering/charity work. Melissa has several film projects coming up next year and has kept busy hosting and modeling in fashion shows in LA and NYC. Melissa feels most herself when dancing and volunteering at her church, while Steve is beautifying his East and West Coast patients. His passion for doctoring is evident in his amazing transformations, reflecting his patients' inner beauty.

Melissa and Steve share their life with their poodle Sammy, enjoying hikes and endless patio dining with their fur baby. 

You can follow them on their instagram 

@Doctor.Ip and @iammelissalocke  

To Give is to Receive.      

Melissa and Steve