Orlando Magazine December 2023 by Cowboy Publishing Group

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62 THE COMMON ENEMY: FALL RISKS

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A Glamorous Shopping Spree and Lavish Staycation Retreat

Our ﬁ eld correspondent Hayli Zuccola tries out the newest shopping experience from JW Marriott Orlando Bonnet Creek, and it’s too much fun to pass up this holiday season.

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I was raised to be a bargain shopper, and that extends to my approach to hotels. However, a recent stay at the JW Marriott Orlando Bonnet Creek Resort & Spa and a shopping spree at Orlando Vineland Premium Outlets changed my perspective. The hotel o ered an elegant experience, from its lavish executive suite to the relaxing spa. The outlets provided an array of exclusive-tothe-area brands and luxury options, making it a shopper's paradise.

The partnership between the hotel and outlets introduced me to the Luxe Hotel Program, rewarding guests with Simon American Express gift cards for spending $1,000 or more a day at select outlet retailers. While I explored stores like MCM, Longchamp and Radley London, I realized the program could be a shopping dream come true for our Central Florida readers.

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December often comes and goes so quickly, but it wasn’t always this way. As a child, holidays often took forever to arrive, and were met with such excitement and wonder. Countdown calendars to momentous events were a regular occurrence, even if those “big” occasions were only grand in the eyes of a child. So why does time seem to move diﬀerently now that we’re older? A recent Harvard University study suggests as we age, our ability to process visual information slows; we perceive fewer mental images, and time feels like it's speeding up. Some experts say the amount of time we’ve lived also factors into this perception of time moving faster as we get older. is year, I encourage everyone, myself included, to slow down, make a memory and ﬁnd joy in the simple things this holiday season.

Let’s begin with a joyful story about a musician whose life shifted focus when his youngest was born with Down syndrome beginning on page 14. en, our resident elves searched high and low for Santa breakfasts across Central Florida and rounded up some of the best for you to attend on page 156. Want to get into the holiday spirit and experience a festive atmosphere? Head to page 32 and browse ten amazing over-the-top holiday dining experiences Orlando has to oﬀer, from Christmas-themed bars to life-size gingerbread houses.

For those who still need to ﬁnish their shopping, we’ve scoured some of Orlando’s favorite local stores like Freehand Goods, Wondermade and Good Crowd and selected 10 fun gifts under $25. From Florida-themed ornaments

to Pub sub inspired keychains, this gift guide is perfect for any Orlando resident in your life (or for those who simply love e City Beautiful). Rather skip traditional gifts for a pampering experience instead? Megan Padilla rounds up the best spas for groups, couples, moms and more on page 28.

Our December edition also oﬀers the most comprehensive Doctors Issue in Central Florida, with more than 800 physicians named by their peers in dozens of categories starting on page 43. Plus, we sit down with 11 amazing local doctors as they share their most memorable moments, from pediatric success stories to a young multiple sclerosis patient’s journey to regain her mobility.

Finally, take time to be kind this month, not just to others, but to yourself as well. December isn’t jolly for everyone, and many find this time of year difficult and mentally and financially taxing. We encourage you to 1) engage in self-care and prioritize yourself, 2) stick to a routine, 3) turn down invitations, 4) set a budget (or skip the gifts and just be present), and 5) know the feeling will pass. We’re here to help you, whether you need a good read or want to engage with us online, your Orlando magazine family appreciates you, your readership, and all you do for our community. From our family to yours,

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A Powerful Force For Down Syndrome

Mark Tremonti, a founding member of Creed, finds a new purpose.

BY GEORGE DIAZ

OON STAGE, Mark Tremonti shredded his guitar with a splash of metal, classic rock and blues influences. But he had a recurring obsession he couldn’t shake. Off stage, the melodic voice of Frank Sinatra kept popping in his head.

He never quite understood the “why”, but it was a powerful force.

Mark — a founding member of rock groups Creed and Alter Bridge — had learned to sing like Sinatra. Watched his movies. Watched YouTube videos. Read his books. Studied his mannerisms. Sang classics

like “Fly Me to the Moon” while sitting in his car during his son’s soccer practice.

The “why” finally clicked on March 9, 2021, when Tremonti would find his purpose and reason.

His daughter, Stella Tremonti, was born. A father of two boys, Mark and his wife Victoria finally welcomed a baby girl into their lives and Windermere home. The gift of life also came with a bit of unexpected news. Stella was born with Down syndrome. She would need open heart surgery nine months after she was born.

“Certain things happen in life, we don’t know why,” Tremonti said. “There was one moment where a switch went off... and when we got the diagnosis I was like, ‘You know what? That was planted in me for a reason.’”

So much has happened since then, reflecting the wondrous nature of the universe.

With Stella as his inspirational muse, Tremonti recorded an album of 14 Sinatra standards. He took the show on the road, too, including a performance at Steinmetz Hall at the Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts at a founder’s event in September of 2022, and another show later that year that raised $150,000.

Another fateful twist: Meeting Dr. Rajan Wadhawan, senior executive officer of AdventHealth for Children.

“We were at a charity event and I met Dr. Raj and we were asking him advice on how to

proceed with our daughter’s surgery,” Tremonti said. “And he was taken by our family’s story and he had said he’d always wanted to plan a comprehensive Down syndrome clinic and that our story urged him to see it through.”

“So he asked us if we would partner with him and focus on developing this clinic.”

gap for some of the estimated 200,000 people in the U.S. with Down syndrome, particularly as they age into adults.

“FOR A CHILD WITH DOWN SYNDROME, EARLY ACCESS TO QUALITY MEDICAL CARE HAS THE POWER TO CHANGE THE TRAJECTORY OF THEIR LIFE.”

“This little thing took him to the finish line,” he said, with his arms wrapped around Stella.

That led Mark, Victoria and Stella to the grounds of AdventHealth on October 17, where they celebrated the opening of the SMILE with Stella Tremonti Down Syndrome Clinic. The clinic will be home to the first lifespan Down syndrome program in the Southeastern United States, filling a crucial

—DR. WADHAWAN

For the Tremontis, the trajectory points to fulfillment and happiness, both on a personal and professional level.

Tremonti, 49, continues to channel his inner-Sinatra, cultivating that unique skill into a second release, this one capturing the spirit of the season, titled “Mark Tremonti Christmas Classics New & Old.”

Left: The Tremontis gather together in Orlando to celebrate the opening of the SMILE with Stella Down Syndrome Clinic. Below: Tremonti is also a member of the internationally known band Creed.

It’s not all a Sinatraesque vibe on the album, but the point and purpose remains to funnel more money into local organizations and the National Down Syndrome Society.

He will take to the stage again, this time on the bigger stage at Dr. Phillips, for a Christmas concert on Dec. 16. He will have a number of Sinatra’s old bandmates accompany him on stage, as they have in the past.

Continuing that ‘things happen for a reason’ path, Tremonti’s guitar teacher growing up was Dan McIntyre, who toured with Sinatra. He scheduled a meeting with Mike Smith, who was Sinatra’s band leader towards the end of his career.

“Can your boy sing?” Smith asked Tremonti’s manager, Tim Tournier.

“Of course he can!” Tournier said, never bothering to mention he had never heard Tremonti sing any of Sinatra’s classics.

Cut to Chicago in May of 2021, when Tremonti stepped into the room that changed everything.

“And so imagine stepping into a room of 17 of the baddest, best musicians on the planet who have also shared the stage with Frank Sinatra, and Frank Sinatra didn’t use you unless you were the best of the best, and the first song I sang was ‘Luck Be a Lady’" Tremonti said.

“THE VOCAL PUSHES THAT SONG AND CARRIES THE RHYTHM OF THAT SONG. THE BAND FOLLOWS THE VOCALIST, SO I HAD TO GO OUT THERE IN THE MIDDLE OF THE ROOM OF ALL THOSE GUYS AND SING. I WASN’T IN A BOOTH... SO IT WAS ONE OF THOSE MOMENTS LIKE, ‘I CAN’T BELIEVE I’M DOING THIS RIGHT NOW.’”

—MARK TREMONTI

Tremonti and the boys have bonded, even if Smith usually complains before a show about how much his back and knees hurt, and then he gets on stage and crushes it.

Some of Tremonti’s younger bandmates have also come back around. Creed— with Scott Stapp back in the fold— is set to perform for the first time in almost a decade, as part of two “The Summer of ’99 Cruise”

dates in the spring of 2024. Both cruises have sold out, reflecting the clout of a band that has a four-album discography with 50 million copies sold.

Stella is doing well now, with the family in a far different place after that initial jolt.

“She’s been a gift to our family,” said Victoria Tremonti, whose cousin has Down syndrome, making her more aware of the journey ahead. “My husband was a little more nervous, so it took him about a day and I said, ‘Honey. we’ve got this. It’s going to be OK.’’’

Indeed it has. Tremonti has one emotional hiccup he can’t shake. He never mentions Stella while performing. He becomes too nervous, caught up in the journey.

“She brings every emotion you could possibly imagine when I see her when I’m performing,” he said. “So it’s tough. As you can see, if you look around my studio, there must be 30 pictures of her here.”

Tremonti carries Stella in his heart, be it rock or sentimental classics. The “Riff Lord” meets the Chairman of the Board.

A perfect melodic mix of serendipitous wonder.

Tremonti’s Christmas album, Mark Tremonti Classics New & Old, was released on October 27, 2023.

Award-Winning Care from Central Florida’s Top Physicians

Recognizing Orlando Health network physicians dedicated to elevating the standard of care.

Our Winning Team

It takes a special group of individuals to form a championship team, and this is ours. The award-winning physicians at Orlando Health Medical Group and our contract physicians span 84 specialties across more than 200 locations yet are united by a common goal: to positively impact both our patients and the future of healthcare. Whether in their routine interactions in primary care and women’s health practices or through game-changing advancements in oncology and neuroscience, this esteemed group begins and ends each day with patient needs in mind.

At more than 1,500 dedicated professionals and counting, our team consistently delivers patient-centered care at an elite level. It’s our honor to recognize their pursuit of excellence in this issue of Orlando magazine.

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Family Medicine

Anita Ahmed, MD*

Martha Aragon Lopez, MD*

Danish Ather, MD*

Maria Bello, MD*

Kevin Black, MD*

Michael Bougoulias, MD*†

Christopher Brouillette, MD*

Anthony Cabreira, MD*

Christopher Caggiano, DO*†

Hans Cao, MD*

Deanna Carr, MD*

Jeffrey Carr, MD*

Marilyn Chavannes, MD*

Christopher Ciccarelli, MD*

Robert Clement, MD*

Tiffany Cross, DO*

Rosalia Cuozzo-Taylor, MD*

Naman Dalal, MD*

Hazel-Ann David, MD*

Tanya Diaz, MD*

Trisha Duncan, MD*

Catherine Frank, MD*

Calvin Gibson, MD*

Lukasz Gierut, DO*

Alina Glatkowski, DO*

Daniel Goddard, MD*

Willian Harvey, MD

Hilary Hawkins, MD*

Pearl Huang-Ramirez, MD*

Amy Jackson, DO*†

Rica Jester, MD*

Ramana Kankanala, MD*

Thomas Kelley, MD*

Ryan Kissane, MD*

Lee Kosstrin, MD*

Suvy Kuriakose, MD*

Candance Kuzman, DO*

Jeffrey Laman, MD*

Deborah Lauridsen, MD*

Ray Lebeda, MD*

Kenneth John Lim, MD*

Christy Manganello, MD

Maria Martinez Rojas, MD*

Michael Meares, MD*

Connie Mercer, MD*

Neasha Merritt, MD*

Arsenio Mestre, MD*

Paul Michaels, DO*

Mandel Miller, MD*

Mary Beth Miller, MD*

Daniel Mora-Rivera, MD*

Justin Morgan, DO*

Karl Mueller, DO*

Andrew Nye, DO*

Kenneth Obiaja, MD*

Robert Olson, MD*

Edgar Ong, MD*

Rosa Pacheco, MD*

Chirag Panchal, DO*

Neysa Perez Crespo, MD*

Scott Posgai, MD*

Joseph Ragno, MD*

Tristan Reddick, MD*

Stephanie Rolon

Rodriguez, MD*

Gary Rothwell, MD*

Marianna Sisk, DO*

Todd Sontag, DO*

Martin Soto, MD*

Kristin Steffes, MD*†

Kenneth Stroub, DO*

Ravindra Tak, MD*

Rodolfo Torres, MD*

Aura Urquia-Robles, DO*

James Voirin, DO*†

Huy Vu, MD*†

Erik Walker, MD*

Amy Williams, DO*

Mariaah Williams, MD*

James Wilson, DO*†

Family Medicine –Hospitalist

Kyle Adams, DO*

Arif Ahmed, MD*

Imran Ahmed, MD*

Bushra Akhter, MD*

Danish Ather, MD*

Mohamad Karam Baaj, MD*

Gaurav Bansode, MD*

Richard Basaly, MD*

Deep Bharaj, MD*

Hans Cao, MD*

Rahila Chaudhry, MD*

Ian Chua, MD*

Navin Deonarine, MD*

Madhumathi Gokapai, MD*

Wilfredo Gonzalez, MD*

Muhammad Hassan, MD*

Ali Jaber, MD*

Jaison John, MD*

Purwa Joshi, MD*

Inayat Khan, MD*

Kristi Killingsworth, MD*

Pierre Leroux, MD*

Eva Luque, MD*

Victor Macias, MD*

Sivarao Manapragada, MD*

Katy Mayo, MD*

Leocar Mesa, MD*

Jack Mofor, MD*

Francisco Mora, MD*

Eddie Murgasen, MD*

Marehan Nakhnouth, MD*

Anthony Ombogo, MD*

Nivali Ravi, MD*

Mohammed Rizvi, MD*

Raja Naveed Sadiq, MD*

Manzoor Safder, MD*

Sofy Sendoya, MD*

Neil Shah, MD*

Ashhad Siddiqui, MD*

Crystal Stokes, DO*

Lydia Van, MD*

Gastroenterology

Mitali Agarwal, MD*

Ji Young Bang, MD*†

Christina Covelli, MD*†

Silvia Fernandez, MD*

Andre Fialho, MD*

Andrea Fialho, MD*

Ashil Gosalia, MD*

Robert Hawes, MD*†

Ahmad Idris, MD

Mahendran Jayaraj, MD*

Sumyra Kachru, MD*

Sunina Nathoo, MD*

Udayakumar

Navaneethan, MD*

Pranav Patel, MD*

Behdod Poushanchi, MD*

Jayapal Ramesh, MD*

Arvind Murali, MD*

Mangesh Shukla, MD*

Anil Singh, MD*

Huy Tran, MD*

Shyam Varadarajulu, MD*†

C. Mel Wilcox, MD*

General Surgery

Robert Capobianco, MD*

Francisco Couto, MD*

Luke Elms, MD*

Bradley Gaddis, DO*

Bobby Gibbons, MD*

Emily Helmick, DO*

Alfonso Preciado, MD*

Carlos Trillo, MD*

Javier Varela, MD*

Mariatu Verla, MD*

Gynecologic Oncology

Joseph Meunier, DO*†

Lisa Rubinsak, MD*

Veronica Schimp, DO*†

Shelly Seward, MD*†

Gynecology

Courtney Paradise, MD*

Jed Schortz, MD*

To learn more about our physicians or to make an appointment,

Renae Shibata, MD*

Jessica Vaught, MD*

Gregory Zittel, MD*

Medical Hematology and Oncology

Daniel Anscher, MD*

Alka Arora, MD*

Said Baidas, MD*†

Jeffrey Chi, MD*

Susan Constantino, MD*†

Ana Cuesta Fernandez, MD*

Simi George, MD*

Hatem Hassanein, MD*

Jacobo HincapieEcheverri, MD*

Tirrell Johnson, MD*

Omar Kayaleh, MD*†

Samer Khaled, MD*

Yasser Khaled, MD*

Amy Laughlin, MD*

Mickey Liao, MD*

Sreeram Maddipatla, MD*

Praveen Ranganath, MD*

Regan Rostorfer, MD*†

Jose Sarriera, MD*†

Nikita Shah, MD*

Raji Shameem, MD*

Asad Sheikh, MD*

Sajeve Thomas, MD*†

Jennifer Tseng, MD*†

Juan Varela, MD*, PhD

Sarah Young, MD*

Infectious Diseases

Mohammed Ahmed, MD*

Iba Al Wohoush, MD*

Julio Alvarez Cardona, MD*

Cristina Amado, MD*

Patricia Couto, MD*†

Antonio Crespo, MD*†

Aixa Curbelo-Irizarry, MD*†

Kumud Dahal, MD*

Christian DonatoSantana, MD*

Jarod Fox, MD*

Ameet Hingwe, MD*

Minh Ho, DO*

Gabriel Hurtado Gomez, MD*

Nilamba Jhala, MD*

Carmelo Licitra, MD*†

Sunanda Mangraj, MD*

Salman Noor, MD*

Anamaria Rodriguez, MD*

Vera Rosado-Odom, MD*

Diana Salazar, MD*

Edgar Sanchez, MD*†

Vincent Spoto, MD*†

Daniela Tello, MD*

Ashley Thomas, MD*

Internal Medicine

Reem Abdalla MD*

Ali Al Rubaye, MD*

Diorca Aquino De La Cruz, MD*

Carley Beauge, MD*

Lavone Bradfield, MD*

Annette Cabiac, MD*

John Cappleman, MD*

Patrice Cates-Lonberger, MD*

Christina Chen, MD*

Boris Coronado, MD*†

Menaka Dhand, MD*

Maria Echavez-Arroyo, MD*

Paramita Ghosh, MD*†

Patrick Gill, MD*

Michael Glick, MD*

Kirk Hutjens, MD*

Christine Jablonski, MD*

Milan Janmeja, MD*

Joshua Jenkins, MD*

Mayuri Joshi, MD*

Benjamin Kaplan, MD*†

Asim Khattak, MD*

Daniel Kitner, MD*

Javier Lopez-De-Arco, MD*

Lourdes Maggi de la Guardia, MD*

Scott Marsel, MD*

Shawn McCullough, MD*

Christopher Minello, DO*

Caroline Nguyen-Min, MD*

April Oxford, MD*†

Theron Pettit, MD*

Kelley Shackelford, MD*

David Smuckler, MD*†

Ameena Syed, MD*

Truc Tran, DO*

Andreea Vascan, MD*

Anjali Vyas, MD*

Thomas Wentzell, MD*

Pawel Zelenski, MD*

Internal Medicine –Hospitalist

Ali Abbood, MD*

Marwah Abduljabbar, MD*

Patrick Abou Jaoude, MD*

Yeissel Abrahantes

Rodriguez, MD*

Leland Abrams, MD*

Mohammad

Abualganam, MD*

Veronica Acosta, MD*

Sayed Ahmed, MD*

Mohammed Al Salihi, MD*

Feda Al-Ali, MD*

Stephen Amann, MD*

Christopher Ambs, MD*

Michael Anis, MD*

Louisa Appea-Danquah, MD*

Shyamala Arappan, MD*

Cristina Arsene, MD*

Patrick Audley, MD*

Kwabena Ayesu, MD*

Nariana Aziz, MD*

Nabeel Azzawi, MD*

Abdulrahman Baban, MD*

Elvin Badillo-Lopez, MD*

Muhannad Bahrami, MD*

Jayanthi Balachandran, MD*

Sunil Bali, MD*

Sung Wook Bang, MD*

Amit Bansal, MD*

Sarah Barbour, MD*

Pulidevan Baskaran, MD*

Elly Benzaquen Parkes, MD*

Jopher Bernal, MD*

Jan Berrios, MD*

Avinash Bhimsen, MD*

Rahul Borsadia, MD*

Haripriya Brahmanapalle, MD*

Joshua Bullington, DO*

Edgar Cardenas Gomez, MD*

Alan Chan, MD*

Satish Chandolu, MD*

Wen Chen, MD*

Maria Colon Perez, MD*

Alex Conty, MD*

Evelyn Corrales Vargas, MD*

Felipe Correa Orozco, MD*

Adalgiza Costa Moron, MD*

Prakash Darji, MD*

Benjamin Daud Aguero, MD*

Taisha Destin, DO*

Robert Diaz, MD*

Stephanie Dietz, MD*

Ashley Dlugokienski, MD*

Nikesh Doshi, MD*

Riddhi Doshi, MD*

Amanda Dunn, DO*

Anita Ekambaram, MD*

Numan Ellahi, MD*

Gillian Ellis, MD*

Kamal Fadlalla, MD*

Vince Faridani, MD*

Luis Feliz de la Cruz, MD*

Erik Fernandez Perez, MD*

Brendan Filardo, MD*

Pierre Fotso, MD*

Laura Fox, DO*

Shabi Furhad, MD*

Shephali Gandhi, MD*

Bryno Gay, MD*

Mina Gerges, MD*

Varinder Gill-Novak, MD*

Sindhu Golla, MD*

Chad Gonzalez, MD*

Anay Goyal, MD*

Danny Guillen Encarnacion, MD*

Muhammad Gul, MD*

Jessica Gupta, MD*

Alim Hamid, DO*

Naim Hamid, DO*

Vinay Harkhani, MD*

Andrew Harris, MD*

Ryan Harris, MD*

Daniel Hart, MD*

Syed Askari Hasan, MD*

Syed Inaam Mohiuddin

Hashim, MD*

Elizabeth Henderson, MD*

Cindy Henry, DO*

Diana Hernandez, MD*

Michelle Hernandez, MD*

Sean Hernandez, MD*

Christopher Hortillo, MD*

Mohammad Hossain, MD*

Alisa Hussain, DO*

Aisha Idrees, MD*

Imad Ikhwan, MD*

Fidelis Ikwueme, MD*

Ismat Irfan, MD*

Sunil Jabonath, MD*

Syed Jafri, MD*

Madhavi Jakkula, MD*

Saman Jalil, MD*

Nader Jamaleddine, MD*

Zeshan Jilani, MD*

Ramon Jimenez Genao, MD*

Islande Joseph, MD*

Prakash Kalan, MD*

Ishita Katyal, MD*

Rupinder Kaur, MD*

Vahid Kazemi, MD*

Mariam Kemal, MD*

Sara Khan, MD*

Umair Khan, MD*

Railhaan Khattak, MD*

Jacqueline Kropf, DO*

Malgorzata Krzyszczak, MD*

Ritu Kumari, MD*

Ajita Kundaikar, MD*

Jeanphis LaGuerre, MD*

Roxana Lascu, MD*

Joseph Le, MD*

Yu Li, MD*

Danielle Little, MD*

Juan Lopez-Cespedes, MD*

Ia Luna, MD*

Kerry-Anne Machado, MD*

Melinda Madden, MD*

Srujana Madderla, MD*

Mario Madruga, MD*†

Genesis Maldonado

Morales, MD*

Usman Malik, MD*

Rey Marrero, MD*

Jahely Marrero-Cosme, MD*

Orestes Mederos Trujillo, MD*

Neil Mehta, MD*

Juan Mejia Garces, MD*

James Mellone, MD*

David Michael, MD*

Tatyana Miroshnikova, MD*

Mahek Mirza, MD*

Feras Mohder, MD*

Zoya Mohiuddin, MD*

Federico Montalvo, MD*

David Moshe, MD*

Mohammed Munim, DO*

Diego Munoz, MD

Tonusri Nag, DO*

Pratik Naik, MD*

Vishnu Priya Reddy Nanga, MD*

TranTran Nguyen, DO*

Jehad Nimeh, MD*

Belal Noureddinem MD*

Guillermo Nunez, MD*

Barnabas Nwanyanwu, MD*

Volodymyr Oliynyk, DO*

Tiara Ong, MD*

Chiaka Oparaocha, MD*

Muaz Osman, MD*

Olatunji Otegbeye, MD*

Heer Pansuria, MD*

Avani Parekh, MD*

Jorge Parallada, MD*

Chandni Parmar, MD*

Ashish Patel, MD*

Harsh Patel, MD*

Kaushikkumar Patel, MD*

Mittalben Patel, MD*

Neha Patel, MD*

Nisarg Patel, MD*

Pankil Patel, MD*

Payal Patel, MD*

Priya Patel, MD*

Rushi Patel, MD*

Samir Patel, MD*

Sandip Patel, MD*

Stuti Patel, MD*

Vijal Patel, MD*

Bandana Pathak, MD*

Rahul Pathak, MD*

Sushma Patlolla, MD*

Abbas Peera, MD*

Olga Penaherrera, MD*

Tori Peppler, MD*

Paul Perceval, MD*

Juan Perez Gomez, MD*

Jennifer Peterson, MD*

Linh Pham, MD*

Renan Pimentel-Valdivia, MD*

Alexander Pinter, DO*

Zarin Pirzada, MD*

Antonio Poma, MD*

Vipin Popat, MD*

Grant Prince, MD*

Omar Qazi, MD*

Nabiha Quadri, DO*

Ivis Quesada, MD*

Imtiaz Qureshi, MD*

Gowri Radhakrishnan, MD*

Farshid Rafatnia, MD*

Natasha Rai, MD*

Riva Raiker, MD*

Uzma Rana, MD*

Anwaar Randhawa, MD*

Sajjad Rattansi, MD*

Vanessa Rayen, DO*

Abu Rezwan, MD*

Alejandro Rico, MD*

Thomas Ridge, MD*

Jonathan RiveraGonzalez, MD*

William Rodriguez, MD*

Maria Rosado, MD*

Mariselys RosadoAldarondo, MD*

Jennifer Rosario Ramos, MD*

Xiomara Ruiz Baez, MD*

Raja Sadiq, MD*

Alexander Samara, MD*

Andrew San Antonio, MD*

Cruz Santos, MD*

Alex Seda, MD*

Daniela Serafimovska, DO*

Aeshna Shah, MD*

Siddharaj Shah, MD*

Steven Shanab, MD*

Aparna Sharma, MD*

Roma Sharma, MD*

Monica Sher, MD*

Nicky Sheth, MD*

Nirav Sheth, MD*

Kris Siri, MD*

Gaurav Smart, MD*

Edwin Soriano, MD*

James Stewart, DO*

Omer Subeir, MD*

David Sukhai, MD*

Suzanne Supplee, DO*

Ewa Szczypinska, MD*

Semeon Tadesse, MD*

Zuzana Talbot, MD*

Eeman Tariq, MD*

Rafaek Tejeda, MD*

Sara Thomas, MD*

Enrique Togores Marti, MD*

Lara Tucker, MD*

Vamshi Vadlapatla, MD*

Jonatan Valdez Diaz, MD*

Padmavathi Veera, MD*

Gloria Velasquez Castano, MD*

Sangita Verma, MD*

Joana Vicente Vargas, MD*

Harold Watson, MD*

David West, MD*

Kadia Williams, MD*

Jason Winward, MD*

Kristen Wisler, MD*

Adriana Yates Munar, MD*

Ninous Youssef, MD*

Tahir Yunus, MD*

Syed Zaidi, MD*

Ling Zhang, MD*

Ana Zuleta, MD*

Omer Zulfqar, MD*

Maternal-Fetal Medicine

John Busowski, MD*

Yiwen Cui, MD*

Neeraj Desai, MD*†

Christopher Dixon, MD*

Cole Greves, MD*

Kemoy Harris, MD*

Christina Herrera, MD*

Cristiano Jodicke, MD*

Karla Leavitt, MD*

Gregory Locksmith, MD*†

Chinedu Nwabuobi, MD*

Timothy O’Leary, MD*

Emanuel Vlastos, MD*

Neonatology and Perinatal Medicine

Zachary Anderson, MD

Shannon Brown-Work, MD

Jenifer Cuestas, MD

Shelley Davies, MD

Karla Diaz Ayllon, MD

Samantha Enstad, MD

Zeromeh Gerber, MD

Michael Gomez, MD

Douglas Hardy, MD

Paulina Krause, MD

Brett LaBrecque, MD

Juan Longhi, MD

Catherine Love, MD

Christa Matrone, MD

Michael McMahan, MD

Jonathan Palma, MD

Angelina Pera, MD

Daphne Pineda, MD

Thais Queliz Pena, MD

To learn more about our physicians or to make an appointment,

Lakshmi Rajkumar, MD

Minerva Rasalan, MD*

Jessica Ruoss, MD*

Ana Vera Sotomayor, MD

Mark Stephens, MD

Kathryn Winn, MD

Neuro-Oncology

Alfredo Voloschin, MD*

Neurology

Puja Aggarwal, MD*

Elizabeth Alwohoush, MD*

Eric Arehart, MD

Kanika Arora, MD*

Shuchi Chaudhary, MD*

Neelu Dhingra, MD*

Victor Diaz Cotrina, MD*

Joseph Doria, MD

Karen Dumars, MD

Elizabeth Garcia-Lopez de Victoria, MD

Amparo Gutierrez, MD*

Bahareh Hassanzadeh, MD*

Matthew Hastings, MD

Bill Jacobsen, MD

Roua Kahila, MD*

Zafar Kaleem, MD*

Yelena Lindenbaum, MD

Leslie McDougall, DO

Saraswati Muttal, MD

Dipali Nemade, MD*

Daniel Nohra Revilla, DO*

Tanmay Parekh, MD*

Lekhraj Patel, MD*

Christian Rosado, MD*†

Mark Ross, MD

Vikram Shivkumar, MD*

Firas Sioufi, MD*

Jason Soriano, MD

Ziva Stauber, MD

Ron Tintner, MD

Wayne Tobin, MD

Vahid Tohidi, MD*

Arnaldo Velez, MD*†

Jessica Yen, MD

Naoir Zaher, MD*

Jun Zhao, MD

Neuropsychology

Christine Bailey, PhD*

Maria Mercedes Coiro, PhD*

Tamika Haynes, PhD*

Kenia RodriguezSpengler, PsyD*

Neuroradiology

Romyll Garcia, MD*

Neurosurgery

Marshall Cress, MD*†

Paul Foreman, MD*

Hermes Garcia, MD*

Michael Hill, MD*

Robert Hirschl, MD*†

Joel Martin, MD*

Virgilio Matheus, MD*†

Fanor Saavedra, MD*

Mitchell Supler, MD*

Mariel Szapiel, MD*†

Jay Vachhani, MD*

Terence Verla, MD*

Nuclear Medicine

Damita Thomas, MD*†

Obstetrics and Gynecology

Adrian Ambrose, MD*

Patricia Arroyo, MD*

Jessica Auffant, MD*

Cynthia Bernal, MD*

Amanpreet Bhullar, MD*

Mark Bielawny, MD*

Sandy Bui, DO*

Pamela Cates-Smith, MD*

Pranav Chudgar, MD*

Pedro Cruz-Torres, MD*

Joanna Dalton Ayoung, MD*

Penny Danna, MD*

Thomas Enyart, DO*†

Cielo Gnecco, MD*

Christine Greves, MD*†

Sarah Harrison, MD*

Andrew Karen, MD*

Kevin List, MD*

Jose Llinas Messeguer, MD*

Brandon Locklear, MD*

Jorge Londono, MD*†

Ricardo Lopez, MD*

Natalie Munoz-Sievert, MD*

Terrence Peppy, MD*†

Peter Perry, MD*

Carhine Pierre-Lambert, MD*

Hector Ramirez, MD*

Ruben Santiago, MD*

Natasha Spencer, MD*

Meredith Watson Locklear, MD*

Obstetrics and Gynecology

– Hospitalist

M. Wade Alverson, MD*

Amanpreet Bhullar, MD*

Eliza Bruscato, MD*

Suzanne Burlone, MD*

Terrance Carter, MD*

Matthew Casavant, DO*

Petra Caselnova, MD*

Stephanie Caywood, MD*

Diana Decotis-Smith, MD*

Ronald Eason, MD*

Fabio Ferrari, MD*

Megan Gray, MD*

David Goodman, MD*

Terry Haag, DO*

April Herbst, MD*

John Ives, MD*

Dianna James, MD*

Pooja Kalidas, MD*

Joseph Kerpsack, MD*

Brandy Kim, MD*

Monica Lee-Griffith, MD*

Jeannie McWhorter, MD*

Stas Miaskowski, MD*

Khyaati Modii, MD*

Wilmer Moreno, MD*

Tullie Ramirez, MD*

Shannon Schellhammer, MD*

Melissa Soltero, MD*

Lori Ann Spreitzer, MD*

Michael Stroup, MD*

Amanda Wilmot, DO*

Stephanie Zobel, MD*

Oncology Endocrinology

Neha Rickson, MD*

Victor Roberts, MD*

Orthopedics

Sheyan Armaghani, MD*

Frank Avilucea, MD*†

Bryan Brown, MD*

Andrew Carbone, MD*

Steven Choung, MD*

Dean Cole, MD*

Jeffrey Deren, MD*

Karan Desai, MD*

Pratik Desai, MD*

Michael Ebaugh, DO*

George Eldayrie, MD*

Patrick Emerson, MD*

Adam Fenichel, MD*

Luis Gandara, MD *

Kurt Gasner, MD*

Cody Green, MD*

George Haidukewych, MD*†

Matthew Hurbanis, MD*

Michael Jablonski, MD*†

Elizabeth Jacobs, MD*

Abhishek Kannan, MD*

Richard Konsens, MD*

Vivek Kumar, DO*

Stanley Kupiszewski, MD*

Joshua Langford, MD*†

Bruce Levy, MD*

Brett Lewellyn, MD*†

Sean McFadden, DO*†

Daniel Miller, MD*

Craig Mintzer, MD*†

Justin Mullner, MD*

Mark Munro, MD*†

Hamadi Murphy, MD*

Robert Murrah, MD*†

Tracy Nogle, DO*

Minh Nguyen, MD*†

Janet Robison, MD*

Randall Rust, MD*†

Benjamin Service, MD*

M. Kareem Shaath, MD*

Frederick Soliman, DO*

Reginald Tall, MD*†

Joseph Tutorino, MD*†

Colleen Zittel, MD*

Justin Zumsteg, MD*†

Otolaryngology

Thuong Trinh, DO*

Brian Hernandez, MD*

Pain Medicine

Shehzad Choudry, MD*†

Bruce Dixon, DO*

Neil Patel, MD*

Prabhav Tella, MD*

Rosa Zissimos, MD*

Palliative and Supportive Care

Mary Busowski-Martin, MD*†

Kyle Fisk, MD*

Alexander Harding, MD*

Chad Kollas, MD*†

Arnold Paulo, DO*

Issa Zeidan, MD*

Pathology

Wang Cheung, MD, PhD

Rachel Eisenberg, MD†

Garrett Fitzpatrick, MD

Julia Hegert, MD†

Christopher Hornsby, MD

Samuel Hwang, MD

Shuan Li, MD†

Mei Liang, MD, PhD

James Magill, MD

Shanedelle Norford, MD

Michael Radi, MD

Xiaohua Wang, MD, PhD

Amy Zhou, MD

Pediatric Anesthesiology

Lisa Christensen, MD*

Dara Green, MD*

Susan Hussein, MD*

Michael Marzouk, MD*†

Ryan Oosthuysen, MD*

Amy Reeves, MD*

Marnie Robinson, MD*

J. Michael Sroka, MD*†

Yohana Zambrana, MD*

Mario Zelaya, MD*†

Pediatric Behavioral Health and Development

Brian Harris, MD*†

Pediatric Cardiac Critical Care Medicine

Igor Areinamo, MD

David Briston, MD*

Jose Decamps Solano, MD*

Harun Fakioglu, MD*

Dai Kimura, MD*

Avind Rampersad, MD*

Pediatric Cardiac Surgery

Kevin Beers, DO*

William DeCampli, MD*†

Tain-Yen Hsia, MD*†

Pediatric Cardiology

Ololade Akintoye, MD*

Faris Al-Mousily, MD*

David Briston, MD*

Janusz Burzynski, MD*

Susan Desjardins, MD*†

Craig Fleishman, MD*†

Christopher Herron, DO*

Christopher Mart, MD*

Rodrigo Nehgme, MD*†

David Nykanen, MD*†

Arthur Raptoulis, MD*

Elise Riddle, MD*†

Gerson Valencia Villeda, MD*

Pediatric Cardiovascular Anesthesiology

Kevin De la Roza, MD*†

Donald Felix, MD*†

Hamish Munro, MD*†

Pediatric Craniomaxillofacial Surgery

Brent Golden, MD*

Tyler Holley, MD*

Pediatric Critical Care Medicine

Jonathan Alba, MD

Jerome Chen, MD

Mary Farrell, MD

Shannon Faulkinberry, MD

Nicole Slone, MD

Lawrence Spack, MD

Jenna Wheeler, MD

Pediatric Emergency Medicine

Patricia Ambrosio, DO

Brandon Carr, MD

Mary Cayley, MD

Mark Clark, MD†

Kelly Cramm, MD

Megan Crider, MD

Camilo Florez, MD

Carolyn Lyon, MD

Sarah Melendez, MD

Jose Ramirez, MD†

Thomas Ruffin, MD†

Efren Salinero, MD†

Tory Weatherford, MD

Pediatric Endocrinology

Richard Banks, MD*†

Paul Desrosiers, MD*†

Erin Greenup, DO*

Shadi Tabba, MD*

Jennifer Villar, MD*†

Joshua Yang, MD*†

Pediatric Gastroenterology

Khaled Bittar, MD*†

Jeffrey Bornstein, MD*†

Justin De Boer, MD*†

Devendra Mehta, MD*†

Vijay Mehta, MD*

Akash Pandey, MD*

Nishant Patel, MD*

Shaista Safder, MD*†

Yamen Smadi, MD*†

Pediatric Genetics

Ingrid Cristian, MD*†

Aditi Dagli, MD*†

Lynda Pollack, MD*†

Patricia Wheeler, MD*†

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Discover The Gift of Pampering For Yourself and Your Loved Ones

This holiday season, why not gift a spa service (or two)?

BY MEGAN PADILLA

WWHAT DO YOU GIVE THE PERSON WHO HAS IT ALL, or whose kindness can’t be matched with stuff? If you’re thinking spa day instead of slippers, then you’ve nailed the brief. Lucky for you, few cities in the world rival Orlando for resorts packed with premium amenities such as day spas, that also welcome locals.

Here are four stand-outs to suit every person you wish to pamper, whether it’s your boo, boss or bestie. A gifted spa service is more than a massage or a facial. It opens the door to a full day of relaxation and rejuvenation while enjoying the amenities at one of these top spas.

JW Marriott Orlando Bonnet Creek Resort & Spa

Awesome for Mom

Orlando has not one, but two JW Marriotts, the elite level of Marriott International’s luxury portfolio. The newest at Bonnet Creek is on Disney property and opened in July 2020.

The Spa by JW is an isolated jewel box within the bustling, family friendly resort. A dedicated elevator whisks guests from the well curated lobby gift shop to the spa reception (also with its own shop). Moments later, guests are swapping street clothes for a fluffy robe and parking their stress in a locker. Of course, this is standard operating procedure at every spa, but there’s an intimacy at the Spa by JW that leans more toward nurturing than the others, making it our pick to pamper Mom, whether she goes alone or shares the experience with a loved one (like you!).

She’ll find the same hydro circuit features in the locker room that are in all the others: sauna, steam, ice bath and the Experience Shower. But the Spa by JW is the only one that provides some instruction on how to best use them. We appreciated the signage with an easy-to-follow 10-step circuit of hot, cold, rest and repeat that helps guests extract the most benefit from the spa amenities. For instance, start with 30 seconds of cold mist, then 10-15 minutes in the sauna, another hit of cold mist followed by a full body ice bath using the rolled towels at the ice fountain, then off for rest and rehydration in the lounge. The next round incorporates aroma-

therapy showers and the steam room.

The relaxation room is, surprisingly relaxing. A single row of chairs and ottomans, each separated with a gauzy curtain, face windows, not each other. You really can just relax, read, doze or even chat with your person beside you without feeling observed.

Explore the spa menu online to find the service or package that best fits your giftee. If Meditative Sound Therapy catches your attention, consider the possibilities of this mostly touchless, transformative experience. The therapist places Himalayan singing bowls on and around the body, flooding it with sound and vibration. The feel-good effects

stick around longer than most massages. If you can swing it, pick the 80-minute option; 50 isn’t enough.

The Fine Print: Spa guests have resort pool privileges. An automatic 20 percent gratuity is added to all spa services. Parking is validated by the Spa. Earn BonVoy points. spabyjworlando.com

Four Seasons Resort Orlando at Walt Disney World Resort

Extraordinary for Couples

Anyone on your gift list will feel fully pampered at the Spa at Four Seasons Resort Orlando at Walt Disney World Resort. But the

best way to enjoy Central Florida’s first AAA Five Diamond resort is as a hotel guest, and for that reason we make the case to splash out for a romantic getaway.

Make a couples massage the centerpiece of your spa experience, but pre-game with some PQT (personal quiet time) in his and hers locker rooms, cycling through the hot and cold therapies to prepare your body for a big rest in the oversized doubles treatment room. Afterwards, you and your partner can enjoy a glass of cold bubbly or hot herbal tea in the relaxing co-ed Sanctuary or the very zen Solarium to chill out on the zero-gravity wave loungers.

With 18 treatment rooms comes an extensive spa menu that extends way beyond the classics to include sound therapy, ayurvedic wellness and even intravenous vitamin drips. There are holiday themed services, too, like the Winter Wonder Facial that incorporates cool and refined hyperbaric oxygen.

Four Seasons spa attendants provide the same level of personalized service that makes this property a perennial standout in a crowded field of Orlando resorts. The spa itself is as elegant and luxurious as when it opened in 2014.

For those whose peak “ahhhh” requires full immersion, single-gender hot tubs are

Left: JW Marriott Orlando Bonnet Creek Resort & Spa. Below: Four Seasons Resort Orlando.

situated on a garden terrace off each locker room. Opposite sex partners who’d rather soak together can head to the resort’s 21+ Oasis pool and hot tub.

If Disney’s your jam, you’re already on property and the resort’s shuttles will get you where you want to go. But if you’d rather float a little longer in the Oasis infinity pool, then dress up for date night on the rooftop at the Michelin starred Capa, you are exactly where you need to be. Fireworks included.

The Fine Print: An automatic 20 percent gratuity is added to all spa services. Valet parking is validated by dining at any restaurant, including poolside. Fireworks can be viewed from the Spanish steakhouse, Capa, and any Park View room or suite. fourseasons.com/orlando/spa

The Spa at The Alfond Inn Great for Groups

Finally, there’s a resort spa outside of Orlando’s convention and attractions zone. The Spa at The Alfond Inn opened on November 15 as part of the Winter Park hotel’s 10th anni-

versary expansion, including a new wing with 71 additional guest rooms and event spaces.

The light-filled spa feels like a garden oasis and is both minimalist and welcoming, truly an extension of the modern-art filled boutique hotel in which it is housed. Amenities include seven treatment rooms, a fitness facility, co-ed relaxation sanctuary and his and hers luxury locker rooms. The menu is robust with skincare and manual therapies, but the signature facials pay homage to Winter Park’s peacocks and its citrus history.

What makes the spa truly stand out is its dedicated swimming pool complete with

Above: The Alfond Inn is the newest spa on our list, nestled in the heart of Winter Park.

private cabanas and a pool bar whose menu highlights healthy meals. Going with a group? Everyone can be pampered with their scheduled spa services, then cycle through the sauna, state-of-the-art steam room, and the cold mist of the programmable Experience Showers in the luxe locker rooms, then meet up at the 18+ pool for a spa day that looks and feels like a staycation.

Want the party to continue? Dress for dinner then head down to the hotel’s lounge for a lengthy happy hour, Monday-Friday from 4-7 followed by dinner at Hamilton’s Kitchen. Or, walk a few blocks to your favorite Park Avenue restaurant.

Psst, your gift keeps giving, too. The Alfond Inn is owned by neighboring Rollins College and directs all of its net operating income to scholarships. Since 2013, the Alfond Scholars Program has awarded millions of dollars in full, four year scholarships.

The Fine Print: Spa guests receive complimentary valet parking and have use of all spa amenities. A 20 percent service charge is added to all spa services and is divided among the staff; gratuities are at the guest’s discretion. thealfondinn.com/the-spa

Ritz-Carlton Orlando, Grande Lakes

A Spa-cation for All

The Ritz-Carlton Spa stands as a multi-story palace of pampering situated between the Ritz-Carlton Orlando and JW Marriott

Orlando, Grande Lakes. With 40 treatment rooms and 40,000 square-feet of wellness, it is not only the largest spa in Central Florida but also the largest of all 600+ spas under the Ritz-Carlton banner. It is a destination spa by every definition and anyone seeking a spa vacation can choose to stay at either hotel on the sprawling property located south of Orlando’s Beachline off S. John Young Parkway.

Despite its grandeur, the Ritz-Carlton Spa manages to make every guest feel special. If you leave and come back, there’s a good chance you’ll be greeted at the door by name. Employees are empowered to find out what they can do for each guest that makes them feel good.

In fact, it is the in-house therapists who came up with the Grand Indulgence Massage, which feels like a package but is wrapped as a single service. “It’s the brain child of our own people,” says spa director Tony Angel, “based on the most requested services and how to put them together into one treatment.” The 80-minute treatment covers scalp to toe, front and back, hands and feet, incorporating warm

oils, hot stones, hot towels and a full massage. A 30-minute sleep enhancement can be added to extend the rest following the treatment.

Guests can build a full day spa-cation around their gifted spa service by arriving early for a workout or group class in the fitness center, a dip in the spa’s dedicated resort-style pool or hot tub, suntanning on a cushioned lounger, a hydrotherapy circuit in the single sex locker rooms, and salon services. Lunch can be ordered poolside or enjoyed at Vitale, the spa cafe, where guests can dine in their robe or swimsuit, indoors or out. There’s some pretty great shopping, too. The Spa gift shop is well stocked with luxury apparel and skincare brands.

The Fine Print: To give a spa gift, you will need to purchase a Marriott gift card (you can pick the Ritz-Carlton option). Spa guests receive validated parking at either hotel. Florida residents save 15 percent on treatments Monday through Thursday, year-round. ritzcarlton.com

Top and Right: RitzCarlton Orlando, Grande Lakes is the largest spa in their portfolio.

Eat, Drink and Be Merry

Orlando’s Most Festive Holiday Restaurants and Bars.

BY HAYLI ZUCCOLA

PPALM TREES AND SUNSHINE don’t typically set the scene for the winter holidays. That’s why Floridians turn to indoor decorations and festive food and drinks to infuse the North Pole spirit into the southern experience. From red and green cocktails to extravagant furnishings, here are 10 of Orlando’s most festive holiday restaurants and bars.

Miracle on Orange (The Courtesy Bar)

From Tuesday, November 21 through Saturday, December 30, The Courtesy Bar in Winter Park transforms into Miracle on Orange, a Christmas-themed pop-up. It features holiday-themed décor and a range of specialty cocktails like the Holiday Spiked Chai, Snowball Old-Fashioned and Hot Buttered Rum—all of which can be served in festive souvenir glasses.

Jock Lindsey’s Holiday Bar (Jock Lindsey’s Hangar Bar)

While Disney Springs decks the halls for the holidays with the annual Christmas Tree Stroll, shops and eateries like Jock Lindsey’s Holiday Bar also celebrate the season with merry decorations and limited-time menus. Last year’s jovial provisions at Jock Lindsey’s Holiday Bar included the Yule Mule, Hot Chocolate Grail Flight, Naughty and Nice Deviled Eggs and Boughs of Holly Flatbread, all of which are set to make a comeback this holiday season.

Snow Bar (Gaylord Palms)

Gaylord Palms during the winter season is renowned for its breathtaking ice sculptures with this year’s ICE! themed around “A Charlie Brown Christmas.” But, the hotel itself dazzles with over three million lights, 100 Christmas trees, 20,000 ornaments and a host of festive events

and activities like the pop-up Snow Bar inside the Snow Factory and the Christmas Tree Farm Bar inside the garden atrium. Both of these bars feature a selection of themed holiday beverages, as well as wine and some craft beers, one of which is usually a Christmas ale.

ICEBAR Orlando

ICEBAR offers a year-round winter wonderland experience, but celebrating the “ber” months in Florida enhances the yearning for snow, ice and a chilly atmosphere. Immersing oneself in Jack Frost’s village is only part of the merriment, with the rest found in holly jolly sips. Last year’s colorful concoctions included The Grinch, Crème Brulee Martini, Apple Pie and the candy cane-topped White Christmas. ICEBAR also hosts a grand New Year’s Eve celebration and typically offers special packages. A champagne bar, midnight celebration buffet, party favors and a free digital souvenir photo were included last year – and that was just general admission.

Biergarten Restaurant at EPCOT

Prost! While Oktoberfest shines at this German-themed restaurant, Christmastime at the Biergarten is equally unforgettable.

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The dining room is adorned with traditional holiday greenery, Christmas trees and garlands, creating a cozy and warm atmosphere. However, the hearty buffet steals the show, featuring filling items like cheese and beer soup; roast chicken; beef roulade and pork roast. Live entertainment from the band adds to the festive atmosphere.

Colorado Christmas in the Lodge (Colorado Fondue Company)

What better way to evoke cozy, wintery feelings than gathering around a fondue pot? Colorado Fondue Company’s menu already transports guests to a warm, fuzzy place, but the restaurant goes all out to create a holly jolly ambiance for their seasonal event: Colorado Christmas in the Lodge. Lush green garland, twinkling lights and trimmed trees help bring the appearance of a winter ski lodge to this Casselberry restaurant.

The Hampton Social

Drink up! The Hampton Social thrives on seasonal libations and its show-stopping jovial interior design. Lights, snowflakes and sips galore make this Instagram-worthy location at Pointe Orlando a must-visit.

Green & Red Coconut Club (Red Coconut Club)

Toss the tinsel and roast the chestnuts – Green & Red Coconut Club, the holiday overlay of the Red Coconut Club at Universal CityWalk, is a yuletide dream. Shimmering garlands, lighted yard figurines and decorated Christmas trees provide a festive backdrop to this tiki-inspired club. The drink menu also gets a Christmas twist, with last year’s offerings featuring the Candy Cane Pina Colada and Cinnamon Swizzle Paloma as well as holiday mocktails like the Pineapple Holiday Cooler and Tropical Fizz.

The Wellborn

A fountain filled with red, white and green ornaments; holiday baubles hanging from the chandelier and evergreen garland draped around the staircase and framing the large windows are just a few of the cheerful touches at The Wellborn. The only things to make your spirits

Left: The Gingerbread House at The Grand Floridian is a sight to see; Below: The Wellborn’s holiday details make this space extra magical.

brighter are the cocktails. While this year’s lineup is still in the works, cocktails of Christmases past have included Between Two Ferns, Wellborn Eggnog, Under the Mistletoe and Stocking Stuffer.

Disney Resort Roundup

While not classified as restaurants or bars, Disney resorts are known for their jaw-dropping holiday decorations, special events and tasty seasonal treats.

Animal Kingdom Lodge: Honoring the resort’s theme, a life-size baby giraffe made of gingerbread and a chocolate zebra could be found in the lobby last year. Far too big to take home, mini gingerbread giraffes were available at the resort’s gift shop and holiday pop-up carts.

Grand Floridian Resort & Spa: One of the highlights here is the stunningly sweet gingerbread house. While you’re there, don’t forget to indulge in some of the mouthwatering goodies available such as gingerbread shingles, hot cocoa bombs and peppermint chocolate chip cookies.

Beach Club Resort: Another treat for the senses is this hotel’s edible gingerbread carousel, which adds a whimsical touch to the holiday atmosphere.

Family time activated! This resort is jam-packed with activities, food and one of the best beaches in the world.

Wyndham Grand Clearwater Beach

This top-notch, family-friendly resort welcomes you to America’s #1 beach. BY

LISA A. BEACH

WWHEN IT COMES TO TRAVEL, sometimes it’s the journey, not the destination. But in the case of getting to Clearwater Beach—as you battle traffic along the I-4 corridor—it is most definitely the destination. Living in Orlando puts you within a 2- to 2½-hour drive of one of the best beaches in the country. And once you put the journey in your rearview mirror, you can focus on the bliss of Clearwater Beach, recently named the No. 1 Beach in the South by USA Today. Stretching for 2.5 miles, Clearwater Beach sits on a barrier island, luring travelers from around the world in search of its sugar-white sand, emerald-clear waters, family-friendly activities and natural beauty.

Often lumped in with beautiful St. Pete Beach, just 19 miles south, Clearwater holds its own as a top draw for both locals and visitors alike.

To be in the heart of it all, stay at Wyndham Grand Clearwater Beach, which opened in 2017.

This ocean-front resort provides gorgeous views of the Gulf of Mexico and Intracoastal Waterway, putting you within steps of beaches and water activities on either side, as well as many restaurants and shops. Plus, the pedestrian-friendly beachside promenade winds its way through the area—perfect for biking, rollerblading, dog-walking or people-watching.

Coastal-Inspired Accommodations

With 343 guestrooms, ranging from standard rooms to presidential suites, Wyndham Grand rates vary by season, starting at just $392 (or 30,000 Wyndham Rewards points) per night. The coastal-inspired décor throughout feels fresh, calming and barefoot casual—reminding you that you’re here to relax. Rooms offer either waterfront or marina views, with most rooms offering a balcony or terrace—perfect for soaking in that spectacular scenery with a morning coffee or evening cocktail.

If you’re visiting with little ones, consider booking one of the Winter & Friends Room Bunks—a nod to the popular Dolphin Tale

movies. Winter the dolphin—the movie’s star and inspiration—resided less than one mile away at Clearwater Marine Aquarium until she passed away in 2021. Tapping into colorful, underwater dolphin imagery, the themed rooms immerse guests in the world of marine life rescue, with a portion of the proceeds donated back to the aquarium to support all rescued marine animals currently in their care.

If you’re visiting with a large group (think family reunion or wedding party), consider splurging on one of the resort’s 12 available suites. Size and amenities vary depending on the suite, with features such as king bedrooms, spa-like bathrooms, comfy living

Above: Clearwater’s soft sand and calm waters make it ideal for beach-goers, sun seekers and swimmers alike; Left: The Winter & Friends Room Bunks are a great option for guests with small children.

rooms, full kitchens, dining areas, floor-toceiling water views and spacious, furnished outdoor spaces.

Bonus! The resort overlooks Clearwater’s Pier 60, the 1,080-foot fishing pier that juts out into the Gulf Coast. Beach-goers flock to the pier during the day for casual dining, cold drinks, fishing off the pier and a shaded respite for families thanks to one of the biggest beach playgrounds on the Gulf Coast. At night, the area buzzes with activity, thanks to the daily sunset celebration that starts two hours before sunset and ends two hours afterwards. Local artisans line the pier hawking everything from hand-made soaps to jewelry to glow-in-the-dark pinwheels. And talented street performers wow crowds with interactive, energetic shows, such as dancing, singing, acrobatics and fire-eating.

Mouthwatering Dining Options

No matter your appetite (or dietary restrictions), Wyndham Grand dishes up a variety of culinary options.

For upscale waterfront dining, indulge your senses at Ocean Hai, the resort’s signature restaurant. This AAA Four Diamond

OTHER MUST-SEE SPOTS IN THE AREA

When you want to venture off property, put these must-see spots on your itinerary!

LOCAL CULINARY EXPERIENCES:

From fresh-caught seafood (like the grilled Island Mahi) at the iconic Palm Pavilion to elevated Mexican fusion cuisine (try the Al pastor tacos) at Marina Cantina, you’ll find plenty of eateries within walking distance. Cap off your meal with a craft beer tasting at 3 Daughters Brewing, open since April 2022.

CLEARWATER MARINE AQUARIUM: This nonprofit focuses on rehabilitating injured dolphins, sharks, sea turtles, seabirds and other marine animals (or giving them a permanent home if they can’t survive in the wild). For a unique experience, try the sublimely relaxing dolphin yoga, held in front of the underwater dolphin viewing area.

STATE PARKS: For a tranquil beach day, head to Caladesi Island (accessible only by ferry) and Honeymoon Island. These pristine state parks showcase Florida’s natural beauty— with no residences or commercial sites on either island. Spend the day kayaking, exploring nature trails, collecting shells or swimming in the warm, crystal-clear water.

SIGHT-SEEING CRUISES: From dolphin watching to swashbuckling pirate fun to serene sunsets, you’ll find cruises offering on-the-water fun through a variety of local vendors.

DUNEDIN: Just a 20-minute drive puts you in the heart of downtown Dunedin, a charming town dotted with restaurants, boutiques, a history center, gift shops, craft breweries and ice cream shops.

restaurant focuses on Asian-fusion cuisine, courtesy of Chef Nana Darkwah. Born and raised in Ghana, Chef Darkwah developed a passion for cooking while helping his mother and grandmother use simple, local ingredients to prepare delicious family meals. These childhood memories influence his innovative menu choices as Chef Darkwah aims to share his heritage with diners. At Ocean Hai, he balances creativity with food trends to provide diverse dining experiences and inclusive culinary options that cater to meat-eaters, vegans and vegetarians. With dishes inspired by locally sourced ingredients—including fresh-caught seafood—Chef Darkwah masterfully crafts seasonal fare, from burrata ensalada and Wagyu beef pho to seabass and yucca fries.

When you’re poolside, leave those flipflops on and grab lunch, snacks and ice-cold libations from DocK’s Pool Bar & Grille. The expansive menu includes small plates, salads, burgers, flatbreads, sandwiches and desserts, as well as frozen cocktails, signature drinks,

and craft beer, such as the popular Beach Blond Ale.

If you’re looking for a convenient grab-and-go spot or a relaxing bar, stop by eSKPades, which offers both. From morning through early afternoon, you can get coffee, teas, yogurt, pastries, sandwiches and ice cream to take to the pool or back to your room. Then afternoon through evening, head to this stylish lobby spot for wine, cocktails and appetizers.

Rejuvenating Spa Services

Ready to relax? Pamper yourself with an indulgent spa treatment in the tranquil Pallavi Luxury Spa. This 6,000-square-foot spa sanctuary will rejuvenate mind, body and spirit, whether you book a “me-time” solo treatment or a romantic couples experience. The spa menu entices you with manicures, pedicures, facials and massages. Looking to reconnect with your partner? Book the couples suite or the Chromatherapy Experience Showers. Want those stress knots kneaded

Ocean Hai offers breathtaking views of the Gulf of Mexico.

out of your shoulders? Get a Therapeutic Blend massage. Want a new experience? Try Earth & Sky (targeted foot reflexology and scalp massage) or the Coral Essence Wrap (dry brushing, coral firming gel, scalp massage, heated towels and body balm). Or, try the resort’s Signature Seaweed Detox that combines a gentle massage, aromatherapy and the healing power of the sea as warming mud is applied to your back. No matter the treatment, you also get access to a luxurious relaxation lounge, showers, lockers and “scentilating” eucalyptus steam rooms.

Endless Amenities

With a beach-front pool, you can cool off at the resort in between dips in the ocean, located just across the street. But what else does the resort offer?

Daily Activity Schedule: Daytime serves up family fun like a poolside DJ, games (think ring toss and scavenger hunts) and crafts, plus poolside yoga on the weekends and seasonal dive-in movies at night. Adults will appreciate the specials geared to the 21+ crowd, like Monday Mule, Wine Down Wednesday and Tequila Thursday. Cap off the night with The Grand Tradition— the nightly sunset celebration that often includes something special for guests, like a frozen treat.

Fitness Center: Get your workout in at the third-floor fitness center overlooking the beach and Gulf. Available 24/7, the stateof-the-art center includes Peloton bikes and weightlifting equipment.

Signature Culinary Experiences: Depending on when you visit, you can enjoy special offerings like the Horse Soldier Bourbon Dinner (five-course gastronomic journey artfully paired with the legendary bourbon brand) and the Chef’s Tasting Menu (sixcourse multisensory culinary experience with wine pairings).

Fitness Retreats: Whether you want to add a three-hour dose of fitness fun to your day or book a multi-day or extended fitness retreat, Wyndham Grand partners with 1Team Fitness to help infuse your stay with wellness. Activities range from beach boot camps, kayaking and HIIT classes, to beach yoga, biking and interval training.

Kids Fit Camp: Get your kids moving with this energetic blend of fitness, fun and sports, courtesy of 1Team Fitness. Parents get a few hours to themselves while kids enjoy beach soccer, volleyball, beach bowling, relay races, tug-o-war and ultimate frisbee.

Take a trip back in time to a Dickens’ themed holiday experience

It’s Christmas, Sir! A Florida Dickens Holiday on Amelia Island

TTAKE A STEP BACK IN TIME this holiday season when you visit the Dickens on Centre, a multi-day, free festival December 7-10, 2023 held along Centre Street in historic Amelia Island. Located in Northeast Florida, the area prides itself on sharing its rich history with visitors during the festive holiday season.

Dickens on Centre - A Victorian Holiday Celebration

In its ninth year, Dickens on Centre allows visitors to experience the holiday season in Victorian times dating back to the1840s. From the costumed residents roaming the

historic district, depicting Victorian-period times telling stories and sharing conversations with festivalgoers, to holiday movies shown throughout the weekend and even small details like the sounds of trolley cars and townsfolk coming in through hidden speakers, Dickens on Centre is a magical way to enjoy the holiday festivities.

Performances from the Amelia Community Theatre and the Amelia Island Opera take place throughout the weekend and the lively Victorian-era Carolers stroll the streets singing classic songs to celebrate the season.

The Tiny Tim’s Kid Zone features festive activities like the opportunity to write a

letter to St. Nick, visits with St. Nick himself inside his workshop or create your own holiday cards at the arts/crafts stations. Kristen Sparrow Circus’ stilt walkers, jugglers and acrobats perform throughout the weekend and can also be found roaming the festival.

Shop and Stroll in Amelia

Island

The festival’s Enchanted Village is home to local vendors selling holiday gifts and trinkets for the season. Shop from local artists and makers for a unique, holiday gift or pick up a handcrafted souvenir as a reminder of your trip to Amelia Island. For a bite to eat, dine al fresco at one of the historic district’s

like no other in downtown Amelia Island.

restaurants or enjoy a meal from one of the area’s local food trucks on Oliver’s Alley, also known as South 3rd Street.

In addition to the specialty vendors, many of the boutique shops along Centre Street have later operating hours for visitors. Don’t miss visiting The Book Loft, home to a variety of special books including a vast Florida section, pirate history, a vibrant children’s area and plenty of holiday favorites, including A Christmas Carol. At the nearby Olive Amelia shop, pick up a culinary gift for your favorite at-home chef with high-end olive oils, vinegars and kitchenware.

Don’t miss a visit to Villa Villekulla, Amelia Island’s neighborhood toy store, filled with joy and wonder for the holiday season. This family-owned, independent shop features educational, old-fashioned toys for babies to teens. With play encouraged inside the store, little ones can find items to add to their Christmas wish list. Another family-favorite spot is Fantastic Fudge in the heart of the historic district. Enjoy marble slab fudge, hot chocolate, ice cream, hot coffee and holiday themed treats. Pick up a few boxes of assorted chocolates or pecan pralines to give as holiday gifts or stock up on chocolate fudge for a tasty snack.

Left: Dickens Enchanted Village provides a private experience of what it would be like to be inside a life-sized snow globe; Bottom: Alice in a Christmas Wonderland.

Special Offerings for Dickens on Centre

Jason Woods Productions returns to this year’s festival to perform his one-man A Christmas Carol on the Main Stage along with performances of The Legend of St. Nick and Alice in a Christmas Wonderland and the popular, family favorite, The Little Toy Shoppe.

When night falls, bring your lanterns for a leisurely stroll as part of the Dickens Illuminated Procession. Visitors and community members come together to make their way through the historic district to the waterfront to witness a memorable drone light show finale that fills the skies with lights.

Other special offerings during the festival include dining inside a decorated snow globe with charcuterie boards and themed, shared plates. Reservations sold out quickly in 2022, so plan ahead! The late-night, 21 and up crowd can experience ‘Dickens After Dark’ featuring festive food, an open bar, live music and a spooky ghost tour after the day’s festivities have ended.

Where to Stay

Spend the night at the Amelia Schoolhouse, a trendy boutique located just a few blocks from the Dickens on Centre events. Built in 1886 as the first schoolhouse in Fernandina Beach on Amelia Island, the property received a complete overhaul in 2017 turning it into a seventeen-room boutique hotel preserving the windows, wood flooring and brick of the original structure.

If you’d rather have the holiday festivities right outside your hotel, book your stay at the Hampton Inn & Suites Amelia Island-Historic Harbor Front. Here, you’ll be just steps away from Dickens on Centre, perfect for celebrating the season.

For those interested in celebrating the holidays along the oceanfront, complete your visit with a stay at the Omni Amelia Island Resort with 402 rooms overlooking the Atlantic Ocean and a short drive from the historic district.

At the Ritz-Carlton, Amelia Island, enjoy coastal luxury with oceanfront views. Six miles from the historic district, the resort’s 40-foot tall Christmas tree is a sight not to be missed.

To take advantage of Amelia Island’s special offers and packages surrounding Dickens on Centre events, visit ameliaisland.com/dickens

The Suite Life

Ring in the New Year like Royalty with a Luxury Hotel Stay.

BY CYNTHIA VAN GAASBECK

WE MADE IT. We’ve reached the end of the year, a challenging one at that, and we are ready to simultaneously say goodbye to the old and hello to the new.

If your tradition is to stay at home and pop the bubbly as the Times Square countdown ensues on the telly, consider this: The Greater Orlando area has about 150,000 hotel rooms, and many are the stuff of dreams. Why not make this New Year’s Eve celebration extra special by booking a suite for the holiday?

Dozens of hotels could be on this list; here we take a look at a few that stand out from the crowd:

FOUR SEASONS RESORT

ORLANDO AT WALT

DISNEY WORLD RESORT

10100 Dream Tree Blvd., Lake Buena Vista | 407-313-7777 fourseasons.com

For the ninth consecutive year, the hotel has topped the U.S. News & World Report’s list of Best Hotels in Walt Disney World and Best Resorts in Walt Disney World. A happy coincidence of being down the road from Walt Disney World is that guests are treated to free nightly fireworks shows from either EPCOT or the Magic Kingdom, depending on room view.

Royal Suite

Unless you plan to book the entire 16th floor, which comprises several suites, the Royal Suite is the pinnacle of Four Seasons’ six

ultra-luxury accommodations. At 3,300 square feet, it is larger than most homes. And at $23,000 for a New Year’s Eve stay, it is quite a splurge.

But Four Seasons has nurtured guest loyalty by being one of the best and not being miserly with the details of luxury.

Park View Room

For a more affordable luxury stay, with the same New Year’s Eve fireworks show, consider the Park View. The 500-square-foot Park View accommodates up to two adults and two children. We priced this at $2,320 for a NYE stay.

The Four Seasons’ Michelin-starred Spanish-influenced rooftop restaurant, Capa, is planning a special menu for New Year’s Eve, giving guests one more reason to not leave until they must.

HYATT REGENCY GRAND CYPRESS

One Grand Cypress Blvd., Orlando | 407-239-1234 hyatt.com

From its opening in November 1984, this hotel has been a breathtaking sight. It was the Walt Disney World resort area’s first five-star hotel and it has lost none of its glamour over the years.

VIP Suite

With 1,080 square feet in which to relax (or party), this is the largest of the hotel’s 46 suites. The fireworks shows at EPCOT

and the Magic Kingdom in the Walt Disney World Resort are a free feature of this hotel. We have to think its designers had them in mind at the time. The suite is outfitted with a king bed, two balconies, two bathrooms and furniture that accommodates 12 people. And at $1,149, a NYE party is affordable when split among friends and family. Guests can keep track of the time around the world while watching New Year’s Eve festivities on the 65-inch flatscreen TV.

It’s not a party without food and this resort is home to Four Flamingos, A Richard Blais Florida Kitchen, a Michelin-recommended restaurant. The chef and TV personality has put together a menu that marries the best of coastal Florida with contemporary taste and technique.

LOEWS ROYAL PACIFIC RESORT AT UNIVERSAL ORLANDO

6300 Hollywood Way, Orlando | 407-503-3000 loewshotels.com

Regardless of hotel room size, there are distinct benefits to staying at a premier hotel on Universal Orlando Resort property, namely early theme park admission and free Universal Express Unlimited Access— allowing guests to skip the regular lines on most rides at Universal Studios Florida and Universal Islands of Adventure.

The hotel features premium suites that range from King to Hospitality to Presidential. For the sake of the wow factor, we are going to focus on the Presidential Suite and the Jurassic World Kids’ Suites.

Presidential Suite

At 1,340 tropical-themed square feet, this is an island retreat amidst all the theme park activity. If you need it, the suite comes with a conference area and a study. But if you’re here to party, they have you covered with a large dining room, a service pantry with refrigerator and sink, one and one-half bathrooms, a hot tub and luxurious furnishings. We priced this at $2,959 for a one-night, NYE get-away.

Jurassic World Kids’ Suite

If sleeping among dinosaurs is your child’s dream come true, this 670-square-foot suite that accommodates five is where you want to ring in the new year. For NYE, the rate is $1,369.

The two twin beds in the kids’ room are shaped like gyrospheres, the glass globe vehicles used by guests to tour the land of dinosaurs in the Jurassic Park film franchise.

The room, which is accessed only through the main bedroom, is dressed like a scene from the movies, with dino tracks on the carpet and custom murals, drapes and other furnishings that depict jungle terrain and a dinosaur enclosure.

THE GREATER ORLANDO AREA HAS ABOUT 150,000 HOTEL ROOMS, AND MANY ARE THE STUFF OF DREAMS. WHY NOT MAKE THIS NEW YEAR’S EVE CELEBRATION EXTRA SPECIAL BY BOOKING A SUITE FOR THE HOLIDAY?

Royal Suite at Four Seasons Resort Orlando at Walt Disney World Resort

Presidential Suite at Loews Royal Pacific Resort at Universal Orlando

Jurassic World Kids’ Suites at Loews Royal Pacific Resort at Universal Orlando VIP Suite at Hyatt Regency Grand Cypress

New Year’s Eve fireworks show at Four Seasons Resort Orlando at Walt Disney World Resort

Beyond Expectation

We’re on a quest to improve all aspects of children’s health. Putting as much focus on preventing illness as we do on expert pediatric care, working with the community to make every child’s world a place for them to thrive. Beyond the expected. Beyond limits. Creating the healthiest generations of children.

Thank You To Our Top Doctors

Adolescent Medicine

Lonna Gordon, MD

Anesthesiology

Lisgelia Santana-Rojas, MD

Judit Szolnoki, MD

Cardiac Anesthesiology

Karen Bender, MD

Cardiology

Gul Dadlani, MD

Cardiothoracic Surgery

Jennifer Nelson, MD

Peter Wearden, MD

Developmental Medicine

Lisa Spector, MD

Emergency Service

Shiva Kalidindi, MD

Amit Patel, MD

Endocrinology

Mauri Carakushansky, MD

Shilpa Gurnurkar, MD

Gastroenterology

James Franciosi, MD

Hematology/Oncology

Dorothea Douglas Lindsay, MD

Infectious Disease

Kenneth Alexander, MD

Interventional Radiology

Craig Johnson, DO

Nephrology

Carlos Araya, MD

Ophthalmology

Jamie Ikeda, MD

Orthopedic Surgery

John F. Lovejoy, MD

Jason Malone, DO

Otolaryngology

Sergio Cervantes, MD

Cedric Pritchett, MD

Pulmonology

Floyd Livingston, MD

Aledie Navas-Nazario, MD

Urology

Pamela Ellsworth, MD

FEATURING OVER 800 PHYSICIANS

DOCTORS 2023 FINEST

Our annual special section celebrating excellence in the medical field features hundreds of doctors chosen by their peers and helps guide readers in their choice of physicians. In addition to the two lists—Top Doctors and Premier Doctors—you’ll find personal accounts from physicians about some of the most memorable moments in their careers, along with a story on fall risks, the eyeopening statistics, and how to lessen your chances of a fall in the future. Finally, our special advertising section highlights the services, backgrounds and achievements of dozens of doctors and medical practices.

PHOTOS BY: ROBERTO GONZALEZ

TOP DOCTORS

THE TOP DOCTORS LIST is compiled by Washington, D.C.-based Consumers’ Checkbook, a nonproﬁt research organization. It is based on surveys sent to all actively practicing physicians in the Greater Orlando area, asking them to recommend one or two doctors in various specialty ﬁelds who they “would consider most desirable for care of a loved one.” Checkbook’s list reveals the names of physicians mentioned most often by other physicians who responded to its surveys—and the number of times they were mentioned.

ALLERGY/ IMMUNOLOGY

Harleen Anderson

Innovation Allergy & Wellness 260 Lookout Place, Suite 209 Maitland 407-584-5901

Michael Anderson

Anderson Allergy & Asthma 63 W. Underwood St. Orlando 407-872-1110

Jose Arias Jr.

Allergy Asthma Specialists

661 E. Altamonte Dr., Suite 315 Altamonte Springs 407-339-3002

Andrew Bagg

Allergy Asthma Specialists 661 E. Altamonte Dr., Suite 315 Altamonte Springs 407-339-3002

Dana Broussard-Perry

Pediatrix ENT of Orlando 1507 S. Hiawassee Rd., Suite 103 Orlando 407-253-1000

Boyce Hornberger

Allergy & Asthma Center of East Orlando 3151 N. Alafaya Trail, Suite 103 Orlando 407-380-8700

Carlos Jacinto

Allergy, Asthma, & Immunology

Associates of Central Florida 1890 S.R. 436, Suite 215 Winter Park 407-678-4040

Santiago Martinez

12315 Lake Underhill Rd., Suite B Orlando

Pragnesh Patel

Allergy Asthma Specialists 661 E. Altamonte Dr., Suite 315 Altamonte Springs 407-339-3002

Steven Rosenberg

Allergy, Asthma & Immunology Associates of Central Florida 1890 S.R. 436, Suite 215 Winter Park 407-678-4040

Peter Ruggiero

Altamonte Medical Group

1200 W. S.R. 434, Suite 112 Longwood 407-869-8747

Eugene Schwartz

Allergy & Asthma Consultants of Central Florida 793 Douglas Ave. Altamonte Springs 407-862-5824

Bernard Zeffren

Allergy & Asthma Consultants of Central Florida 793 Douglas Ave. Altamonte Springs 407-862-5824

ANESTHESIOLOGY

Firas Abdul

Orlando Health Jewett Orthopedic Institute 62 Columbia St. Orlando 321-843-5851

Kevin Angert

U.S. Anesthesia Partners 851 Trafalgar Ct., Suite 200 E Maitland 407-667-0444

Thomas Arcario

U.S. Anesthesia Partners 851 Trafalgar Ct., Suite 200 E Maitland 407-667-0444

Karen Bender Nemours Children’s Hospital 6535 Nemours Pkwy. Orlando 407-650-7715

Ravi Bissessar

U.S. Anesthesia Partners 851 Trafalgar Ct., Suite 200 E Maitland 407-667-0444

Stephen Davis

U.S. Anesthesia Partners 851 Trafalgar Ct., Suite 200 E Maitland 407-667-0444

Paul Finer

Anesthesiologists of Greater Orlando 500 Winderley Place, Suite 115 Maitland 407-581-9180

E. Bruno Gallo

U.S. Anesthesia Partners 851 Trafalgar Ct., Suite 200 E Maitland 407-667-0444

Jamal Hakim

Anesthesiologists of Greater Orlando 83 W. Miller St. Orlando 321-841-5139

Eric Kunichika

U.S. Anesthesia Partners 851 Trafalgar Ct., Suite 200 E Maitland 407-667-0444

James Lawrence Jr. Anesthesiologists of Greater Orlando 83 W. Miller St. Orlando 321-841-5139

Michael Mann

U.S. Anesthesia Partners 851 Trafalgar Ct., Suite 200 E Maitland 407-667-0444

W. Jerry Merrell

U.S. Anesthesia Partners 851 Trafalgar Ct., Suite 200 E Maitland 407-667-0444

Robert Michaels III

U.S. Anesthesia Partners

851 Trafalgar Ct., Suite 200 E Maitland 407-667-0444

Morris Negrin

Kissimmee Surgery Center 2275 North Central Ave. Kissimmee 407-870-0573

Douglas Olin

U.S. Anesthesia Partners 851 Trafalgar Ct., Suite 200 E Maitland 407-667-0444

Matthew Stewart Anesthesiologists of Greater Orlando 22 W. Underwood St. Orlando 321-843-2584

Todd Stine

U.S. Anesthesia Partners 851 Trafalgar Ct., Suite 200 E Maitland 407-667-0444

George Sullivan

U.S. Anesthesia Partners 851 Trafalgar Ct., Suite 200 E Maitland 407-667-0444

David Tao

U.S. Anesthesia Partners 851 Trafalgar Ct., Suite 200 E Maitland 407-667-0444

Norman Warner

U.S. Anesthesia Partners 851 Trafalgar Ct., Suite 200 E Maitland 407-667-0444

G. Edwin Wilson

U.S. Anesthesia Partners 851 Trafalgar Ct., Suite 200 E Maitland 407-667-0444

CARDIAC/THORACIC SURGERY

Kevin Accola

AdventHealth Medical Group Cardiovascular Surgery 217 Hillcrest St. Orlando 407-425-1566

Joseph Boyer Jr. AdventHealth Transplant Institute 2415 N. Orange Ave., Suite 700 Orlando 407-303-247

William DeCampli

Orlando Health Arnold Palmer

Hospital for Children

The Heart Center 92 W. Miller St. Orlando 407-649-6907

Luis Herrera

Orlando Health Cancer Institute 22 W. Underwood St., 4th Floor Orlando 407-648-5384

George Palmer III

AdventHealth Medical Group

Cardiovascular Surgery 217 Hillcrest St. Orlando 407-425-1566

Jorge Suarez-Cavelier

AdventHealth Medical Group

Cardiovascular Surgery 217 Hillcrest St. Orlando 407-425-1566

CARDIOLOGY

Jacob Agamasu

731 Stirling Center Place, Suite 1911 Lake Mary 407-804-9616

Rohit Bhatheja

AdventHealth Medical Group

Cardiology 1613 N. Mills Ave. Orlando 407-894-4474

Puxiao Cen

AdventHealth Medical Group

Cardiology 689 E. Altamonte Dr. Altamonte Springs 407-894-4474

Susan DesJardins

Orlando Health Arnold Palmer

Hospital for Children

The Heart Center 790 Concourse Pkwy. S., Suite 120 Maitland 407-649-6907

Brian Dublin

AdventHealth Medical Group

Cardiology 2488 E. Irlo Bronson Memorial Hwy., Suite 201 Kissimmee 407-894-4474

Aurelio Duran

Orlando Health Heart & Vascular Institute 1222 S. Orange Ave. Orlando 321-841-6444

Memorable Moment

Dr. Jeffrey A. Bornstein PEDIATRIC GASTROENTEROLOGY

Division Chief, Center for Digestive Health and Nutrition Orlando Health Arnold Palmer Hospital for Children

At the Orlando Health Arnold Palmer Hospital for Children Center for Digestive Health, many of our patients are in our care for extended periods of time, so we develop close relationships with them.

One patient, Abel, was born with major gastrointestinal problems, and he couldn’t breathe while asleep. Since birth, he has endured years of IV nutrition, rejected transplants, temporary blindness and more. In partnership with his family, we have helped Abel, who is now

17, grow to become a young man leading an active, fulﬁlling life.

Abel has played baseball, he loves to swim and play video games with his brothers and father, and he even has his learner’s permit. ere’s still a long road ahead for him, but his resilience in the face of his medical conditions is deeply inspiring. Abel is just one of the thousands of patients we care for, but seeing him overcome these diﬃcult circumstances and enjoy life means the world to me.

Arnold Einhorn

The Cardiovascular Center of Florida 1723 Lucerne Terrace, Suite 100 Orlando 407-738-4200

Francis Fahey

AdventHealth Medical Group

Cardiology 1613 N. Mills Ave.

Orlando 407-894-4474

Patricia Guerrero

AdventHealth Medical Group Cardiology 1613 N. Mills Ave. Orlando 407-894-4474

Marcos Hazday

AdventHealth Medical Group Cardiology

2400 N. Orange Blossom Trail, Unit 204 Kissimmee 407-894-4474

Pradip Jamnadas

Cardiovascular Interventions 1900 N. Mills Ave. Orlando 407-894-4880

Anil Kumar

Central Florida Cardiology Group 1745 N. Mills Ave. Orlando 407-841-7151

Parimal Maniar

Orlando Health Heart & Vascular Institute

10000 W. Colonial Dr., Suite 484 Ocoee 321-841-6444

Israel Mantecon

The Cardiovascular Center of Florida 7301 Stonerock Circle Orlando 407-738-4200

Patrick Mathias

Cardiovascular Associates 4529 Edgewater Dr. Orlando 407-846-0626

Mark Milunski

Orlando VA Medical Center 13800 Veterans Way Orlando 407-631-1000

George Monir

AdventHealth Medical Group

Cardiology 1613 N. Mills Ave. Orlando 407-894-4474

Rodrigo Nehgme

Orlando Health Arnold Palmer Hospital for Children

The Heart Center 1222 S. Orange Ave., 2nd Floor

Orlando 407-649-6907

Amish Parikh

Premier Cardiology & Vascular Associates

670 N. Orlando Ave., Suite 1003 Maitland 407-622-0793

Neel Patel

Central Florida Heart Care 541 S. Orlando Ave., Suite 301 Maitland 407-790-7860

Scott Pollak

Central Florida Cardiology Group 1745 N. Mills Ave. Orlando 407-841-7151

A. Ralph Rodriguez

Central Florida Cardiology Group 1745 N. Mills Ave. Orlando 407-841-7151

Rajesh Shah

Orlando Cardiac & Vascular Specialists 251 Maitland Ave., Suite 116 Altamonte Springs 407-915-5643

Bruce Stein

Central Florida Cardiology Group 1745 N. Mills Ave. Orlando 407-841-7151

Mark Steiner

The Cardiovascular Center of Florida 7301 Stonerock Circle Orlando 407-738-4200

Andrew Taussig

AdventHealth Medical Group Cardiology 2100 Ocoee Apopka Rd., Suite 120 Apopka 407-889-1930

Lawrence Vallario

AdventHealth Medical Group

Cardiovascular Center 910 Williston Park Point, Suite 1000 Lake Mary 407-833-8028

Adam Waldman

The Cardiovascular Center of Florida 1723 Lucerne Terrace, Suite 100 Orlando 407-738-4200

COLON & RECTAL SURGERY

Matthew Albert

AdventHealth Medical Group Colorectal Surgery 2415 N. Orange Ave., Suite 300 Orlando 407-303-2615

Sam Atallah Digestive and Liver Center of Florida

100 N. Dean Rd., Suite 101 Orlando 407-384-7388

Thomas Blake III

Orlando VA Medical Center 13800 Veterans Way Orlando 407-631-1000

Samuel DeJesus

Orlando Health Colon & Rectal Institute

110 W. Underwood St., Suite A Orlando 407-422-3790

Joseph Gallagher

Orlando Health Colon & Rectal Institute 110 W. Underwood St., Suite A Orlando 407-422-3790

Jacqueline Kaiser

Winter Park Colon and Rectal Specialists 255 N. Lakemont Ave., Suite 100 Winter Park 407-628-1718

Renee Mueller

Orlando Health Colon & Rectal Institute 110 W. Underwood St., Suite A Orlando 407-422-3790

Mark Soliman

AdventHealth Medical Group Colorectal Surgery 661 E. Altamonte Dr., Suite 222 Altamonte Springs 407-303-2615

Paul Williamson

Orlando Health Colon & Rectal Institute 110 W. Underwood St., Suite A Orlando 407-422-3790

DERMATOLOGY

Allison Arthur Sand Lake Dermatology Center 7335 W. Sand Lake Rd., Suite 200 Orlando 407-352-8553

Vitaly Blatnoy

Orlando Dermatology Center 7260 Red Bug Lake Rd., Suite 1014 Oviedo 407-706-1770

Candace Glenn

Mid Florida Dermatology & Plastic Surgery 132 Benmore Dr. Winter Park 407-299-7333

Alfredo Gonzalez

The Dermatology Group 201 N. Lakemont Ave., Suite 800 Winter Park 407-645-2737

Dean Goodless Goodless Dermatology 410 Celebration Place, Suite 301 Celebration 407-566-1616

William Grisaitis Dermatology Center of Maitland 331 N. Maitland Ave., Suite A5 Maitland 407-644-9030

Michael Gutierrez Mid Florida Dermatology & Plastic Surgery 100 W. Gore St., Suite 602 Orlando 407-299-7333

Michael Henner The Dermatology Group 515 W. S.R. 434, Suite 210 Longwood 407-332-8080

Jeannette Hudgens Dermatology and Skin Cancer Center 4750 The Grove Dr., Suite 280 Windermere 407-704-7546

Kathleen Judge Central Florida Dermatology Associates 700 E. Michigan St. Orlando 407-481-2620

J. Matthew Knight

Knight Dermatology Institute

801 N. Orange Ave., Suite 520 Orlando 407-992-0660

Ronald Knipe

Knipe Dermatology 70 W. Gore St., Suite 200A Orlando 407-258-2989

Farooq Lateef

Orlando Dermatology 6000 Turkey Lake Rd., Suite 110 Orlando 407-351-1888

Erica Mailler

Sand Lake Dermatology Center 7335 W. Sand Lake Rd., Suite 200 Orlando 407-352-8553

Jere Mammino

Advanced Dermatology and Cosmetic Surgery 1410 W. Broadway St., Suite 205 Oviedo 407-359-2100

John Meisenheimer

7300 Sand Lake Commons Blvd., Suite 105 Orlando 407-352-2444

Jeffrey Moskowitz

Moskowitz Dermatology 143 Mission Rd. Oviedo 407-542-0100

Dimitry Palceski

Reﬂections Dermatology 440 W. Morse Blvd. Winter Park 407-895-8818

Tace Rico

AdventHealth Medical Group Pediatric Dermatology 615 E. Princeton St., Suite 416 Orlando 407-303-1687

Sharon Stokes

Stokes Dermatology 3276 Greenwald Way N. Kissimmee 407-944-0999

David Weinstein

Altamonte Dermatology 411 Maitland Ave., Suite 1001 Altamonte Springs 407-260-2606

Amy Witt

Derrow Dermatology 146 Orange Place Maitland 407-389-2020

Martin Yungmann

Advanced Dermatology and Cosmetic Surgery 2915 Lakeview Dr., Suite 2021 Casselberry 407-834-9091

EMERGENCY MEDICINE

David Cassidy

Emergency Physicians of Central Florida 1414 S. Orange Ave. Orlando 321-841-5111

Mark Clark

Emergency Physicians of Central Florida 1414 S. Orange Ave. Orlando 321-841-5111

Jay Falk

Emergency Physicians of Central Florida 1414 S. Orange Ave. Orlando 321-841-5111

Philip Giordano

Emergency Physicians of Central Florida 1414 S. Orange Ave. Orlando 321-841-5111

Steve Wahel Hilwa

Emergency Physicians of Central Florida 1414 S. Orange Ave. Orlando 321-841-5111

Sean Isaak

Emergency Physicians of Central Florida 1414 S. Orange Ave. Orlando 321-841-5111

Shiva Kalidindi

Nemours Children’s Hospital 6535 Nemours Pkwy. Orlando 407-650-7715

Ketan Pandya

Florida Emergency Physicians 500 Winderley Pl., Suite 115 Maitland 407-875-0555

Gary Parrish

Emergency Physicians of Central Florida 1414 S. Orange Ave. Orlando 321-841-5111

Vanessa Peluso

Orlando VA Medical Center 13800 Veterans Way Orlando 407-631-1000

David Sarkarati

Florida Emergency Physicians 500 Winderley Pl., Suite 115 Maitland 407-875-0555

James Tesar

Emergency Physicians of Central Florida 1414 S. Orange Ave. Orlando 321-841-5111

ENDOCRINOLOGY

Sohail Ali

Central Florida Endocrine and Diabetes Consultants 635 N. Maitland Ave. Maitland 407-629-4901

Julie Bauer

Central Florida Endocrine and Diabetes Consultants 635 N. Maitland Ave. Maitland 407-629-4901

Paul Desrosiers

Orlando Health Arnold Palmer Hospital for Children Endocrinology and Diabetes Center 60 W. Gore St., 2nd Floor Orlando 321-841-3303

Penny Glickman

Central Florida Endocrine and Diabetes Consultants 635 N. Maitland Ave. Maitland 407-629-4901

Wendy Huhn

Orlando Health Medical Group Endocrinology 3113 Lawton Rd., Suite 100 Carr Building Orlando 407-894-3241

Carlos Pacheco

Central Florida Endocrine and Diabetes Consultants 635 N. Maitland Ave. Maitland 407-629-4901

Victor Roberts

Endocrine Associates of Florida 766 N. Sun Dr., Suite 2060 Lake Mary 407-936-3860

Damon Tanton

AdventHealth Medical Group

Diabetes and Endocrinology 2415 N. Orange Ave., Suite 502 Orlando 407-303-2801

Joshua Yang

Orlando Health Arnold Palmer Hospital for Children Endocrinology and Diabetes Center 60 W. Gore St., 2nd Floor Orlando 321-841-3303

Maha Zikra

Diabetes and Endocrine Center of Florida 7300 Sandlake Commons Blvd., Suite 112 Orlando 407-248-9990

FAMILY PRACTICE

Tapan Bhatt

AdventHealth Medical Group TeamCare at Universal Orlando 1000 Universal Studios Plaza, Building 2 Orlando 407-355-0803

Bradley Block

Block, Nation, Chase & Smolen Family Medicine 2441 W. State Road 426, Suite 2011 Oviedo 407-678-6888

Michael Bougoulias

Orlando Health Physician Associates 719 Rodel Cove, Suite 2001 Lake Mary 407-302-3115

Adrian Burrowes CFP Physicians Group 985 State Road 436 Casselberry 407-831-5252

Christopher Caggiano

Orlando Health Physician Associates 725 Rodel Cove Lake Mary 407-302-3119

Donald Collins 1109 Lucerne Terrace Orlando 407-843-4251

David Cowan

Primary Care Specialists of Orlando 3615 S. Orange Ave. Orlando 407-855-2526

Maria De Leon

Southwest Orlando Family Medicine

7400 Docs Grove Circle Orlando 407-352-9717

E. Frank Delgado

Family Medical Center 2863 S. Delaney Ave. Orlando 407-843-1620

Perri Dumbacher

AdventHealth Medical Group

Family Medicine

7560 Red Bug Lake Rd., Suite 2048 Oviedo 407-366-8856

George Elias

Drs. Elias & Oakley, PA 63 E. 3rd St. Apopka 407-889-9800

Cristina Garcia

Family Medical Center 2863 S. Delaney Ave. Orlando 407-843-1620

Aparna Hernandez

Southwest Internal Medicine Specialists

5979 Vineland Rd., Suite 310 Orlando 407-345-0005

Lara Hitchcock

Hitchcock Health Institute 7932 W. Sand Lake Rd., Ste 201 Orlando 407-447-9038

Amy Jackson

Orlando Health Physician Associates 2731 Maguire Rd. Ocoee 407-635-3080

Andrew Krupitsky

Altamonte Family Practice 249 Maitland Ave., Suite 1000 Altamonte Springs 407-332-6366

Adam Langley

PremierMED 2940 Maguire Rd., Suite 200 Ocoee 407-581-9065

Robert Law

WellMed at Alafaya 3151 N. Alafaya Trail, Suite 101 Orlando 407-207-5000

Priya Maharaj

Baldwin Park Family Practice 1040 Woodcock Rd., Suite 200 Orlando 407-898-4550

Raj Mehta

AdventHealth Medical Group

Family Medicine

133 Benmore Dr., Suite 200 Winter Park 407-646-7070

Justin Menezes

AdventHealth Medical Group

Family and Internal Medicine

320 E. South St., Suite 100 Orlando 407-843-1180

Melodie Mope

Winter Garden Health and Wellness 15820 Shaddock Dr., Suite 130 Winter Garden 407-401-8855

Jan Parrillo

Family Medical Center 2863 S. Delaney Ave.

Orlando 407-843-1620

Pinkal Patel

Oviedo Family Health Center 6012 Aloma Woods Blvd. Oviedo 407-366-7455

Timothy Pursley

Maitland Family Practice

402 Lake Howell Rd. Maitland 407-628-4312

Steven Selznick

CFP Physicians Group 985 State Road 436 Casselberry 407-831-5252

Mitul Shah

Family Medical Center 2863 S. Delaney Ave. Orlando 407-843-1620

William Silverman

Lake Howell Family Medicine 590 Ruby Ct. Maitland 407-677-4867

Kristin Steffes

Orlando Health Physician Associates 16106 Marsh Rd., Suite 102 Winter Garden 407-635-3090

Gary Visser

PremierMED 2940 Maguire Rd., Suite 200 Ocoee 407-581-9065

James Voirin

Orlando Health Physician Associates 7408 Red Bug Lake Rd. Oviedo 407-381-7387

Eddie Waldheim Jr. Maitland Family Practice 402 Lake Howell Rd. Maitland 407-628-4312

GASTROENTEROLOGY

Rohitas Agarwal

Gastro Medic Care Corp. 126 Goodrich Ave., Suite B Apopka 407-464-2130

Nasim Ahmed

Gastroenterology Consultants CFL 7364 Stonerock Circle Orlando 407-292-1414

Mohammad Anwer HCA Florida Poinciana Gastroenterology 339 Cypress Pkwy., Suite 210 Kissimmee 407-785-6057

Matthew Apter

AdventHealth Medical Group Gastroenterology 100 E. Sybelia Ave., Suite 327 Maitland 407-644-2525

Sangeeta Bhargava Pediatric Gastroenterology of Central Florida 615 E. Princeton St., Suite 510 Orlando 407-898-1210

Jeffrey Bornstein

Orlando Health Arnold Palmer Hospital for Children Center for Digestive Health and Nutrition 60 W. Gore St. Orlando 321-841-3338

Anthony Coppola Gastro Health 515 W. State Rd. 434, Suite 141 Longwood 407-260-6000

Richard Dumois Gastro Health 6735 Conroy Rd., Suite 214 Orlando 407-395-7040

Samuel Giday Center for Digestive Health 1817 N. Mills Ave. Orlando 407-896-1726

Robert Hawes Orlando Health Digestive Health Institute Center for Advanced Endoscopy, Research and Education 22 W. Underwood St. Orlando 321-842-2273

Maryam Kashi AdventHealth Medical Group Gastroenterology and Hepatology 2415 N. Orange Ave., Suite 200 Orlando 407-303-1812

Barry Katz

Digestive Disease Consultants

Palm Endoscopy Center 623 Maitland Ave., Suite 2200 Altamonte Springs 407-830-8661

Syed Lateef Gastro Health 710 Oak Commons Blvd. Kissimmee 407-846-6747

Henry Levine

Center for Digestive Health 1817 N. Mills Ave. Orlando 407-896-1726

William Mayoral

Center for Digestive Health 1817 N. Mills Ave. Orlando 407-896-1726

Sanjay Reddy

Digestive Disease Consultants

Palm Endoscopy Center 623 Maitland Ave., Suite 2200 Altamonte Springs 407-830-8661

Harinath Sheela

Digestive and Liver Center of Florida

100 N. Dean Rd., Suite 101 Orlando 407-384-7388

Harry Shephard

Digestive Disease Consultants

Palm Endoscopy Center 623 Maitland Ave., Suite 2200 Altamonte Springs 407-830-8661

Douglas Sprung

The Gastroenterology Group 205 Loraine Dr. Altamonte Springs 407-261-0000

GENERAL SURGERY

Danelle Chambers

Surgical Group of Orlando 1814 S. Lucerne Terrace Orlando 407-730-3627

Michael Cheatham

Orlando Health Medical Group Surgery 1335 Sligh Blvd., Suite 200 Orlando 407-649-6884

Timothy Childers

Surgical Associates of Central Florida 1181 Orange Ave. Winter Park 407-647-1331

Jeffery Cryar

Florida Surgical Group 661 E. Altamonte Dr., Suite 323 Altamonte Springs 407-834-6965

Michael Freeland

Surgical Group of Orlando 1814 S. Lucerne Terrace Orlando 407-730-3627

William Huether

AdventHealth Medical Group General Surgery 960 Rinehart Road, Suite 2040 Lake Mary 407-833-9195

Michael Kahky

Orlando Health Cancer Institute 22 W. Underwood St., 3rd Floor Orlando 321-843-5001

Charles Koller

Winter Park Hernia Center 2055 Glenwood Dr. Winter Park 407-478-5060

Marc Levy

Orlando Health Arnold Palmer Hospital for Children 1720 S. Orange Ave., Suite 500 Orlando 407-540-1000

Thomas Mahan

Surgical Associates of Central Florida 1181 Orange Ave. Winter Park 407-647-1331

Memorable Moment

Dr. Alicia V. Cabrera

NEUROLOGY

Neurology of Central Florida

I was always fascinated by the brain’s complexity and wanted to become a neurologist. However, for a long time, we had limited or no treatment options for many debilitating neurological conditions.

A particular moment stands out to me during my career: it was when I started treating a young nurse with multiple sclerosis. She was experiencing disabling relapses and after the initial visit, she quickly deteriorated and became practically wheelchair bound. Her disease was very active, and various medications were no longer working. A more aggressive approach was needed, and after

switching her to a novel infusion strategy, we were amazed by her recovery. She no longer needed the wheelchair or a urinary catheterization. It was such a rewarding realization for me that the patient had improved greatly, and that neurology was no longer confined to that obscure area of barely treatable diseases. e patient has been forever grateful, and it makes me happy when I see her. e influx of effective treatments in many areas of neurology, and the positive impact on the patients, are the biggest driving forces behind my ever-growing enthusiasm as a clinician and investigator.

Carlos Ortiz-Ortiz

AdventHealth Medical Group

General Surgery

400 Celebration Pl., Suite A150 Celebration 407-303-3824

Alberto Padron

Surgical Group of Orlando 1814 S. Lucerne Terrace Orlando 407-730-3627

Roberto Posada

Surgical Associates of Central Florida 1181 Orange Ave. Winter Park 407-647-1331

Ivan Rosado

Citrus Surgical Group 661 E. Altamonte Dr., Suite 323 Altamonte Springs 407-830-8787

Jeffrey Smith

Orlando Health Cancer Institute 9900 W. Colonial Dr. Ocoee 321-843-7440

Daniel Vanuno

Surgical Associates of Central Florida 1181 Orange Ave. Winter Park 407-647-1331

GENETICS

Ingrid Cristian

Orlando Health Arnold Palmer Hospital for Children Division of Petiatric Genetics 60 W. Gore St. Orlando 407-648-7802

Aditi Dagli

Orlando Health Arnold Palmer Hospital for Children Division of Pediatric Genetics 60 W. Gore St. Orlando 407-648-7802

Lynda Pollack

Orlando Health Arnold Palmer Hospital for Children Division of Genetics

60 W. Gore St., 2nd Floor Orlando 407-648-7802

Patricia Wheeler

Orlando Health Arnold Palmer Hospital for Children Division of Genetics 60 W. Gore St., 2nd Floor Orlando 407-648-7802

GERIATRICS

Ariel Cole

AdventHealth Medical Group

Senior Health

133 Benmore Dr., Suite 200 Winter Park 407-599-6060

Robin Creamer

AdventHealth Medical Group

Family Medicine

133 Benmore Dr., Suite 200 Winter Park 407-646-7070

Mariana Dangiolo

UCF Health

9975 Tavistock Lakes Blvd. Orlando 407-266-3627

Venkatesh Nagalapadi

CFP Physicians Group 985 State Road 436 Casselberry 407-831-5252

David Smuckler

Orlando Health Physician

Associates 21 W. Columbia St., Suite 100 Orlando 321-841-5560

GYNECOLOGIC

ONCOLOGY

Christopher Bryant

HCA Florida Women’s Health Group

3438 Lawton Rd., Suite 2D Orlando 407-751-2868

Robert Holloway

AdventHealth Medical Group

GYN Oncology 2501 N. Orange Ave., Suite 786 Orlando 407-303-2422

James Kendrick IV

AdventHealth Medical Group GYN Oncology 2501 N. Orange Ave., Suite 786 Orlando 407-303-2422

Nathalie McKenzie

AdventHealth Medical Group

GYN Oncology 2501 N. Orange Ave., Suite 786 Orlando 407-303-2422

Sara Meinz

HCA Florida Osceola GYN Oncology 720 W. Oak St., Suite 370 Kissimmee 407-487-8333

Veronica Schimp

Orlando Health Cancer Institute 105 W. Miller St. Orlando 321-841-8393

HEMATOLOGY/ ONCOLOGY

Carlos Alemany

AdventHealth Medical Group Oncology & Hematology 2501 N. Orange Ave., Suite 689 Orlando 407-303-2024

Roy Ambinder

Florida Cancer Specialists & Research Institute 750 Orienta Ave. Altamonte Springs 407-553-7710

Raul Castillo

AdventHealth Medical Group Oncology & Hematology 894 E. Altamonte Dr. Altamonte Springs 407-834-5151

Ralph Gousse

Florida Cancer Specialists & Research Institute 750 Orienta Ave. Altamonte Springs 407-553-7710

William Grow

Florida Cancer Specialists & Research Institute 460 N. Orlando Ave., Suite 200 Winter Park 407-898-5452

Fouad Hajjar

AdventHealth Medical Group Pediatric Oncology and Hematology 2501 N. Orange Ave., Suite 589 Orlando 407-303-2080

Sarah Katta

Southwest Cancer Center 922 Lucerne Terrace Orlando 407-426-8660

Omar Kayaleh

Orlando Health Cancer Institute 1400 S. Orange Ave., 2nd Floor Orlando 321-841-7218

Tarek Mekhail

AdventHealth Medical Group Oncology & Hematology 2501 N. Orange Ave., Suite 689 Orlando 407-303-2024

David Molthrop Jr.

Florida Cancer Specialists & Research Institute

460 N. Orlando Ave., Suite 200 Winter Park 407-898-5452

Gregory Ortega

Mid Florida Cancer Centers 2100 W. First St. Sanford 407-323-2250

Jose Sarriera

Orlando Health Cancer Institute 1400 S. Orange Ave. Orlando 321-841-7218

Sonalee Shroff

Florida Cancer Specialists & Research Institute 460 N. Orlando Ave., Suite 200 Winter Park 407-898-5452

Jennifer Tseng

Orlando Health Cancer Institute 22 W. Underwood St., 4th Floor Orlando 407-648-5384

INFECTIOUS DISEASE

Kenneth Alexander Nemours Children’s Hospital 6535 Nemours Pkwy. Orlando 407-650-7715

Fernando Alvarado

Infectious Disease Consultants 685 Palm Springs Dr., Suite 2A Altamonte Springs 407-830-5577

Christopher Cooper

Infectious Disease Consultants 685 Palm Springs Dr., Suite 2A Altamonte Springs 407-830-5577

Antonio Crespo

Orlando Health Medical Group Infectious Diseases 1012 Lucerne Terrace Orlando 407-423-1039

Jose Giron

Sunshine Specialty Health Care 1727 Orlando Central Parkway Orlando 407-888-5980

Alejandro Jordan Villegas

Orlando Health Arnold Palmer Hospital for Children 60 W. Gore St., 2nd Floor Orlando 407-841-7360

Federico Laham

Orlando Health Arnold Palmer Hospital for Children

60 W. Gore St., 2nd Floor

Orlando 321-841-7360

Carmelo Licitra

Orlando Health Medical Group Infectious Diseases

521 W. State Road 434, Suite 305 Longwood 407-423-1039

Anibal Maldonado Infectious Disease Consultants

685 Palm Springs Dr., Suite 2A Altamonte Springs 407-830-5577

Wilfred Onyia

Central Florida Infectious Diseases Group 3000 N. Orange Ave., Suite A Orlando 407-896-9660

Archana Shah

Premier Infectious Disease Care 2100 Aloma Ave., Suite 204 Winter Park 321-422-3660

Jason Sniffen

Infectious Disease Consultants

685 Palm Springs Dr., Suite 2A Altamonte Springs 407-830-5577

Vincent Spoto

Orlando Health Medical Group Infectious Diseases 1012 Lucerne Terrace Orlando 407-423-1039

INFERTILITY

Sharon Jaffe

Center for Reproductive Medicine

1500 S. Orlando Ave. Winter Park 407-740-0909

Randall Loy

Center for Reproductive Medicine

1500 S. Orlando Ave. Winter Park 407-740-0909

Sejal Patel

Center for Reproductive Medicine

410 Celebration Place, Suite 205 Celebration 407-740-0909

Memorable Moment

Dr. Akinyemi O. Ajayi PEDIATRIC PULMONOLOGY

As a pediatric specialist, I care for many extremely ill children, and I often have the opportunity to see them grow up and witness memorable moments in their lives. Recently, one of my patients with a chronic pulmonary condition was seriously ill and there was a possibility of performing a tracheostomy to help him breathe. During this time, his high school graduation was less than a week away and it meant the world to him to attend. I, along with my pulmonary team and the ICU team

agreed to hold off on placing the tracheostomy tube and instead continued aggressive management and physiotherapy. He came off the ventilator two days before his graduation and I got AdventHealth for Children to send him with a day pass from the ICU by ambulance with a medical team so he could walk the stage at his graduation. Seeing the look of joy on his face and the roar from his friends and family when he was called up reaffirmed why I love my profession.

Mark Trolice

The IVF Center 5901 Brick Ct. Winter Park 407-672-1106

INTERNAL MEDICINE

Michael Akpeke

Delta Internal Medicine Center

220 E. Gore St., Suite 201 Orlando 407-985-1940

Christopher Buddendorff

Central Florida Hospitalist Partners 515 Wekiva Commons Circle Apopka 407-464-9516

Zulma Cintron

Oviedo Internal Medicine

7560 Red Bug Lake Rd., Suite 2080 Oviedo 407-365-9999

Donald Collins

1109 Lucerne Terrace Orlando 407-843-4251

Boris Coronado

Orlando Health Physician Associates

800 N. Maitland Ave., Suite 101 Maitland 407-660-7150

Neha Doshi

Winter Park Concierge Care 942 Lake Baldwin Ln. Orlando 321-285-6363

George Everett

AdventHealth Medical Group Internal Medicine 2501 N. Orange Ave., Suite 235 Orlando 407-303-7270

Dwayne Gordon

AdventHealth Medical Group

Post Covid Clinic 2501 N. Orange Ave., Suite 235 Orlando 407-821-3560

Tanya Haber

AdventHealth Well65+

Senior Health at Winter Park 1030 W. Canton Ave., Ste. G100 Winter Park 407-901-4086

Aparna Hernandez

Southwest Internal Medicine Specialists 5979 Vineland Rd., Suite 310 Orlando 407-345-0005

Lara Hitchcock

Hitchcock Health Institute

7932 W. Sand Lake Rd., Ste 201 Orlando 407-447-9038

Jesse Johnson Jr.

HCA Florida Lake Mary Primary Care

4106 W. Lake Mary Blvd., Suite 100 Lake Mary 407-333-2273

Benjamin Kaplan

Orlando Health Medical Group Internal and Family Medicine 21 W. Columbia St., Suite 201 Orlando 321-841-6600

Mario Madruga

Orlando Health Medical Group

Internal and Family Medicine

21 W. Columbia St., Suite 100

Orlando 321-841-5560

J. Daniel Mancini

Winter Park Internal Medicine

1855 Hollywood Ave. Winter Park 407-645-2334

Mohammed Merchant

Orlando Health Physician

Associates 5151 Winter Garden Vineland Rd., Suite 208 Windermere 407-635-3070

Victor Mikhael

Central Florida Inpatient Medicine 525 Technology Park, Suite 109 Lake Mary 407-647-2346

Quan Nguyen

AltamonteDO 350 Maitland Ave., Suite 1001 Altamonte Springs 407-339-7682

Denise Panuccio

Altamonte Medical Group 1200 W. S.R. 434, Suite 112 Longwood 407-869-8747

Annapurna Pattisapu

Orlando VA Medical Center 13800 Veterans Way Orlando 407-631-1000

Joyce Paulson

UCF Health 9975 Tavistock Lakes Blvd. Orlando 407-266-3627

Rajnish Puri

University Medical Care 471 N. Semoran Blvd., Suite A Winter Park 407-678-5656

John Ryan

Florida Internal Medicine 4106 W. Lake Mary Blvd., Suite 301 Lake Mary 407-333-2503

David Smuckler

Orlando Health Physician Associates 21 W. Columbia St., Suite 100 Orlando 321-841-5560

Sandra Stine

Orlando Health Physician Associates 5540 E. Grant St., Suite A Orlando 407-367-4715

Raul Tamayo MDVIP 125 Waymont Court, Suite 111 Lake Mary 407-766-3627

Edward Yee

Orlando VA Medical Center 13800 Veterans Way Orlando 407-631-1000

NEPHROLOGY

Elpidio Abreu

Central Florida Kidney Specialists 1552 Boren Dr., Suite 200 Ocoee 407-905-8172

Fuad Afzal

Mid Florida Kidney and Hypertension Care 631 Palm Springs Dr., Suite 104 Altamonte Springs 407-265-2540

Vasudeva Bommineni

Nephrology Associates of Central Florida 685 Palm Springs Dr., Suite 1B Altamonte Springs 407-339-4447

Jeffrey Cohen

Central Florida Kidney Specialists 3885 Oakwater Circle Orlando 407-816-5700

Uday Desai

Nephrology Associates of Central Florida

2501 N. Orange Ave., Suite 537N Orlando 407-894-4693

Mark LaGatta

Nephrology Associates of Central Florida 4100 Metric Dr., Suite 200 Winter Park 407-681-8720

Jorge Larranaga Central Florida Kidney Specialists 1101 N. Central Ave. Kissimmee 407-933-2210

Viresh Mohanlal

Central Florida Kidney Specialists 3885 Oakwater Circle Orlando 407-816-5700

Jorge Ramirez

Orlando Health Arnold Palmer Hospital for Children Hewell Kids’ Kidney Center 92 W. Miller St., 8th Floor Orlando 321-841-7970

Uday Ranjit

Nephrology Associates of Central Florida 2501 N. Orange Ave., Suite 537N Orlando 407-894-4693

Joseph Warren

Nephrology Associates of Central Florida 2501 N. Orange Ave., Suite 537N Orlando 407-894-4693

Timothy Youell

Nephrology Associates of Central Florida 2501 N. Orange Ave., Suite 537N Orlando 407-894-4693

NEUROLOGICAL SURGERY

Christopher Baker

Orlando Neurosurgery

265 E. Rollins St., Suite 12000 Orlando 407-975-0200

Marshall Cress

Orlando Health Neuroscience Institute

89 W. Copeland Dr., 2nd Floor Orlando 321-841-7550

Melvin Field

Orlando Neurosurgery

265 E. Rollins St., Suite 12000 Orlando 407-975-0200

Ravi Gandhi

Orlando Neurosurgery

265 E. Rollins St., Suite 12000 Orlando 407-975-0200

Robert Masson

Masson Spine Institute 2706 Rew Circle Orlando 407-649-8585

Max Medary

Greater Orlando Neurosurgery & Spine 7340 Stonerock Circle Orlando 407-355-0575

Nizam Razack

Spine and Brain Neurosurgery Center 7460 Docs Grove Circle Orlando 407-903-9360

David Rosen

Orlando Neurosurgery

265 E. Rollins St., Suite 12000 Orlando 407-975-0200

Hunaldo Villalobos

Central Florida Neurosurgery Institute 801 N. Orange Ave., Suite 720 Orlando 407-288-8638

Joseph Wehman

Wehman Neurosurgery 2014 S. Orange Ave., Suite 101 Orlando 407-254-0005

NEUROLOGY

Alicia Cabrera

Neurology of Central Florida 405 W. Central Pkwy. Suite 1000 Altamonte Springs 407-790-4990

Ronald Davis

Pediatrix Neurology and Epilepsy of Florida 1245 W. Fairbanks Ave., Suite 305 Winter Park 407-293-1122

W. David Honeycutt Neurology Associates 301 N. Maitland Ave. Maitland 407-647-5996

Arnaldo Isa

Neurology Associates

301 N. Maitland Ave. Maitland 407-647-5996

Daniel Jacobs

Neurological Services of Orlando 3849 Oakwater Circle Orlando 407-240-1762

Mark Klafter

Neurological Services of Orlando 3849 Oakwater Circle Orlando 407-240-1762

Jasna Kojic

Child Neurology Center of Orlando 6000 Turkey Lake Rd., Suite 205 Orlando 407-649-1848

Daniel Nieves-Quiñones Neurology Associates 301 N. Maitland Ave. Maitland 407-647-5996

Ronald Oppenheim Neurology & Electromyography Consultants 1400 S. Orlando Ave., Suite 301 Winter Park 407-645-3151

Hal Pineless

NeuroCare Institute of Central Florida 1890 State Road 436, Suite 255 Winter Park 407-657-7900

Christian Rosado Orlando Health Neuroscience Institute 32 W. Gore St. Orlando 321-841-2500

NUCLEAR MEDICINE

Damita Thomas Orlando Health Medical Group Radiology 52 W. Underwood St. Orlando 407-649-6823

James Wilson

AdventHealth Medical Group Radiology 2600 Westhall Lane, 4th Floor Maitland 407-200-2355

OBSTETRICS/ GYNECOLOGY

Amanpreet Bhullar

Orlando Health Winnie Palmer Hospital for Women & Babies 83 W. Miller St. Orlando 321-843-2584

Bruce Breit

Women’s Care

Winter Park OB/GYN 100 N. Edinburgh Dr., Suite 200 Winter Park 407-645-5565

Aileen Caceres

Caceres GYN 1136 Cypress Glen Circle Kissimmee 407-392-2777

Theresa Carducci Women’s Care

OB & GYN Specialists 1551 Clay St. Winter Park 407-644-5371

Virgil Davila

Orlando Health Physician Associates 7416 Red Bug Lake Rd. Oviedo 407-381-7387

Craig deFreese Devoted To Women 661 E. Altamonte Dr., Suite 224 Altamonte Springs 407-830-9000

Steven Dukes Women’s Care

Winter Park OB/GYN 100 N. Edinburgh Dr., Suite 200 Winter Park 407-645-5565

Thomas Enyart Orlando Health Physician Associates 719 Rodel Cove, Suite 1015 Lake Mary 407-635-3240

Rita Ellen Eye

Premier Obstetrics and Gynecology 531 N. Maitland Ave. Maitland 321-397-1212

D. Ashley Hill

AdventHealth Medical Group OB GYN 235 E. Princeton St., Suite 200 Orlando 407-303-1444

Udita Jahagirdar 101 Eighth St., Suite 1001 Lake Mary 407-321-8300

Marnique Jones Women’s Care OB & GYN Specialists 7200 Stonerock Circle Orlando 407-644-5371

Lori Lambert 7051 Dr. Phillips Blvd., Suite 5 Orlando 407-214-6583

Jorge Londono

Orlando Health Physician Associates 7243 Della Dr., Suite H Orlando 407-381-7336

Melissa Moore Women’s Care Winter Park OB/GYN 100 N. Edinburgh Dr., Suite 200 Winter Park 407-645-5565

Terrence Peppy Orlando Health Physician Associates 7243 Della Dr., Suite H Orlando 407-381-7336

Pamela Snook Contemporary Women’s Care 1900 Howell Branch Rd. Winter Park 407-478-6249

Michael Tortorella 7300 Sandlake Commons Blvd., Suite 320 Orlando 407-363-1003

OPHTHALMOLOGY

David Auerbach

Eye Physicians of Central Florida 790 Concourse Parkway S., Suite 200 Maitland 407-767-6411

Andrew Aziz

Affiliated Eye Specialists 331 N. Maitland Ave., Suite B2 Maitland 407-740-0331

John Beneke

Magruder Eye Institute 1911 N. Mills Ave. Orlando 407-893-8200

Louis Blumenfeld

Eye Physicians of Central Florida 790 Concourse Parkway S., Suite 200

Maitland 407-767-6411

Richard Cohn

Cohn Eye Center 260 Lookout Place, Suite 105 Maitland 407-647-7227

Elliot Cooperman 311 E. Evans St. Orlando 407-898-6091

Robert Gold

Eye Physicians of Central Florida 790 Concourse Parkway S., Suite 200 Maitland 407-767-6411

Brian Haas

Boutique Eye Orlando 415 Briercliff Dr. Orlando 407-841-1490

Rebecca Kurzon

Winter Park Ophthalmology 200 Benmore Dr. Winter Park 407-637-2033

John Lehr

Magruder Eye Institute 1911 N. Mills Ave. Orlando 407-893-8200

Miguel Lugo

661 E. Altamonte Dr., Suite 223 Altamonte Springs 407-260-2255

G. Brock Magruder Jr.

Magruder Laser Vision 120 E. Par St., Suite 2000 Orlando 407-843-5665

Jaime Membreno

Retina Macula Specialists 660 Shoreview Ave. Winter Park 407-931-1510

Osama Omar

Advanced Vision Institute 220 N. Westmonte Dr., Suite F Altamonte Springs 407-389-0800

Parul Pal

Orlando Eye Consultants 1206 N. Mills Ave. Orlando 407-228-4035

Harry Pappas

Florida Eye Clinic 160 Boston Ave. Altamonte Springs 407-834-7776

Keshini Parbhu Remagin 4750 The Grove Dr., Suite 230 Windermere 407-704-3937

Ross Parks

Florida Eye Clinic 2225 N. Central Ave. Kissimmee 407-834-7776

Javier Perez

Orlando Eye Specialists 10815 Dylan Loren Circle Orlando 407-966-3770

Margaret Poulos

Ramirez & Poulos 324 E. Par St., Suite 200 Orlando 407-843-2020

Deepak Raja

Remagin 4750 The Grove Dr., Suite 230 Windermere 407-704-3937

Jerry Shuster

Eye Physicians of Central Florida 790 Concourse Parkway S., Suite 200 Maitland 407-767-6411

Catherine Wang

Florida Eye Clinic 10131 W. Colonial Dr., Suite 201 Ocoee 407-834-7776

ORTHOPEDICS

Dean Cole

Orlando Health Jewett Orthopedic Institute 60 Columbia St. Orlando 321-843-5851

Lawrence Halperin

Orlando Orthopaedic Center 25 W. Crystal Lake St., Suite 200 Orlando 407-254-4055

Ronald Hudanich

Hudanich Orthopedics 773 Stirling Center Place Lake Mary 407-977-4130

Michael Jablonski

Orlando Health Jewett Orthopedic Institute

701 Platinum Point Lake Mary 407-629-2444

D. Raymond Knapp Jr.

Orlando Health Arnold Palmer Hospital for Children Center for Orthopedics 1222 S. Orange Ave., 5th Floor Orlando 321-841-3040

Stephane Lavoie

Florida Orthopaedic Associates 1337 International Pkwy. S., Suite 1341 Lake Mary 407-333-4507

Sean McFadden

Orlando Health Jewett Orthopedic Institute 1900 N. Alafaya Trail, Suite 900 Orlando 407-629-2444

Craig Mintzer

Orlando Health Jewett Orthopedic Institute 1285 Orange Ave. Winter Park 407-629-2444

Robert Murrah Jr. Orlando Health Jewett Orthopedic Institute 60 Columbia St., Suite 500 Orlando 321-843-5851

Steve Nguyen

Optimotion Orthopaedics 5979 Vineland Rd., Suite 101 Orlando 407-355-3120

Stephen Reed

Florida Orthopaedic Associates 1337 International Pkwy. S., Suite 1341 Lake Mary 407-333-4507

Bryan Reuss

Orlando Orthopaedic Center

Sports Medicine 25 W. Crystal Lake St., Suite 200 Orlando 407-254-2500

Jeffrey Rosen

Orlando Orthopaedic Center 25 W. Crystal Lake St., Suite 200 Orlando 407-254-2548

Randall Rust

Orlando Health Jewett Orthopedic Institute

5151 Winter Garden Vineland Rd., Suite 206 Windermere 407-629-2444

Randy Schwartzberg

Orlando Orthopaedic Center Sports Medicine

25 W. Crystal Lake St., Suite 200 Orlando 407-254-2500

Reginald Tall

Orlando Health Jewett Orthopedic Institute

1285 Orange Ave. Winter Park 407-647-2287

Joseph Tutorino

Orlando Health Jewett Orthopedic Institute 701 Platinum Point Lake Mary 407-629-2444

George White

Orlando Hand Surgery Associates 801 N. Orange Ave., Suite 600 Orlando 407-841-2100

Raymund Woo

AdventHealth Medical Group

Pediatric Orthopedic Surgery 2501 N. Orange Ave., Suite 514 Orlando 407-303-5687

OTOLARYNGOLOGY

Jeffrey Baylor

The Ear, Nose, Throat & Plastic Surgery Associates

133 Benmore Dr., Suite 100 Winter Park 407-644-4883

Michael Bibliowicz

Orlando Ear, Nose & Throat Associates 5830 Lake Underhill Rd. Orlando 407-658-0228

Gregory Boger

Ear Nose Throat & Sinus Center of Orlando 2828 Casa Aloma Way, Suite 300 Winter Park 407-937-1031

Cheryl Cotter

Pediatrix ENT of Orlando 1507 S. Hiawassee Rd., Suite 103 Orlando 407-253-1000

Nick Debnath

Florida Otolaryngology Group

7251 University Blvd., Suite 300

Winter Park

407-677-0099

Joshua Gottschall

Pediatrix ENT of Orlando 1507 S. Hiawassee Rd., Suite 103

Orlando 407-253-1000

Dale Harrington

Orlando Ear, Nose & Throat

Associates 5830 Lake Underhill Rd. Orlando 407-658-0228

Eric Jaryszak

Pediatrix ENT of Orlando 790 Concourse Parkway S., Suite 110 Maitland 407-253-1000

James Kosko Jr.

Pediatrix ENT of Orlando 1507 S. Hiawassee Rd., Suite 103 Orlando 407-253-1000

Jeffrey Lehman

The Ear, Nose, Throat & Plastic Surgery Associates

133 Benmore Dr., Suite 100 Winter Park 407-644-4883

Aftab Patni

The Ear, Nose, Throat & Plastic Surgery Associates 133 Benmore Dr., Suite 100 Winter Park 407-644-4883

Kavita Pattani

Orlando Health Cancer Institute 22 W. Underwood St., 4th Floor Orlando 407-648-5384

David Rabaja

Orlando Ear, Nose & Throat

Associates 5830 Lake Underhill Rd. Orlando 407-658-0228

Devang Shah

Atlantic Ear, Nose & Throat 1301 S. International Pkwy., Suite 2011 Lake Mary 407-774-9880

Brian Spector

The Ear, Nose, Throat & Plastic Surgery Associates 44 W. Michigan St. Orlando 407-644-4883

Memorable Moment

Dr. Michael V. Jablonski

ORTHOPEDIC SURGERY President, Orlando Health Jewett Orthopedic Institute

My dad, a urologist, was my inspiration to study medicine. When I was 15, he invited me to watch a kidney transplant. As he talked to the patient’s family, I saw how his work changed lives for the better.

I chose orthopedics because we improve function and quality of life for our patients. As UCF Football’s team doctor, I was one of many physicians caring for quarterback McKenzie Milton after his traumatic knee injury in a game at USF. His injury threatened not

just his football career but his everyday function. During his recovery I grew close to him and his family; seeing McKenzie return to play collegiate football was deeply emotional. I also grew close to other physicians caring for him, including Dr. Bruce Levy, who left the Mayo Clinic to join Orlando Health. Recruiting physicians from the top-ranked hospital in the world to Orlando Health speaks volumes about what we are able to oﬀer our patients.

Kiran Tipirneni

The Ear, Nose, Throat & Plastic Surgery Associates

133 Benmore Dr., Suite 100 Winter Park 407-644-4883

Rafael Toro-Serra

Orlando Health Cancer Institute 22 W. Underwood St., 4th Floor Orlando 407-648-5384

Hao Tran

The Ear, Nose, Throat & Plastic Surgery Associates 133 Benmore Dr., Suite 100 Winter Park 407-644-4883

PAIN MEDICINE

Kayvan Ariani

Center for Pain Management 2100 Aloma Ave., Suite 100 Winter Park 407-478-0007

Michael Creamer

Central Florida Pain Relief Centers 100 W. Gore St., Suite 500 Orlando 407-649-8707

Daniel Frohwein

Orlando Orthopaedic Center 25 W. Crystal Lake St., Suite 200 Orlando 407-254-2547

Chad Kollas

Orlando Health Cancer Institute 1400 S. Orange Ave., 2nd Floor Orlando 321-841-7218

PATHOLOGY

Paul Baekey

Central Florida Pathology Associates 2855 N. Orange Ave. Orlando 407-303-1932

Diane Davey

Orlando VA Medical Center 13800 Veterans Way Orlando 407-631-1000

Raymond Franklin Pathology Specialists 84 W. Jersey St., Suite 1 Orlando 407-422-1377

Darian Kameh

Central Florida Pathology Associates 2855 N. Orange Ave. Orlando 407-303-1932

Shuan Li Pathology Specialists 84 W. Jersey St., Suite 1 Orlando 407-422-1377

Robert Randell Jr. Central Florida Pathology Associates 2855 N. Orange Ave. Orlando 407-303-1932

Deborah Thoni Central Florida Pathology Associates 2855 N. Orange Ave. Orlando 407-303-1932

PEDIATRICS

Brooke Britton

Orlando Health Physician Associates 2920 Maguire Rd. Ocoee 407-654-6506

Vanessa Camino

Heraud Pediatrics 6068 S. Apopka Vineland Rd., Suite 10 Orlando 407-730-7084

Hernando Cardona Pediatrics of Greater Orlando 1515 Park Center Dr., Suite 2D Orlando 407-704-6912

Carlos Chaban Hunt Club Pediatrics 425 S. Hunt Club Blvd., Suite 1051 Apopka 407-786-4080

Robert Chong

AdventHealth Medical Group Pediatrics 716 Vassar St. Orlando 407-423-8443

Laritssa Cobian

RDV Sportsplex Pediatrics 8701 Maitland Summit Blvd. Orlando 407-916-4520

Gregory Coffman

Orlando Health Physician Associates 414 N. Mills Ave.

Orlando 407-841-7290

Mark DiDea

Orlando Health Physician Associates 414 N. Mills Ave. Orlando 407-841-7290

Gregory Gordon Orlando Health Physician Associates 2920 Maguire Rd., Suite 1001 Ocoee 407-654-6506

W. Marvin Hardy IV

Grace Medical Home 1417 E. Concord St. Orlando 407-936-2785

Diego Heraud

Heraud Pediatrics 6068 S. Apopka Vineland Rd., Suite 10 Orlando 407-730-7084

Mary Janarious

Pediatrics of Central Florida 801 W. Oak St., Suite 101 Kissimmee 407-846-3455

Lucyna Lagod 2920 Maguire Rd. Ocoee 407-654-6506

Miles Landis

AdventHealth Medical Group Pediatrics 410 Waymont Ct. Lake Mary 407-323-3550

Michael Middleton Middleton Pediatrics 200 E. Marks St. Orlando 407-284-6460

Ayodeji Otegbeye

Pediatrix Urgent Care of Florida 5900 S. John Young Pkwy. Orlando 407-434-8171

Ira Pinnelas

Pediatric Hospitalist Service 92 W. Miller St., Mail Pt. 356 Orlando 321-841-6993

Rachel Prete

Orlando Health Arnold Palmer Hospital for Children 92 W. Miller St. Orlando 407-649-9111

Lillian Reguero 3431 S. Orange Ave., Suite B Orlando 407-422-8873

Marla Robbins Personal Pediatrics 7051 Dr. Phillips Blvd., Suite 1 Orlando 407-345-9929

Richard Rodriguez Sunshine Pediatrics 210 Lookout Place Maitland 407-215-0400

Susan Ryan Orlando Health Physician Associates 2920 Maguire Rd., Suite 101 Ocoee 407-654-6506

Denise Seraﬁn Windermere Pediatrics 7635 Ashley Park Ct., Suite 501 Orlando 407-297-0080

Maxine Silverman Personal Pediatrics 7051 Dr. Phillips Blvd., Suite 1 Orlando 407-345-9929

Samuel Smith III Interlachen Pediatrics 846 Lake Howell Rd. Maitland 407-767-2477

Andrew Summers Orlando Health Physician Associates 800 N. Maitland Ave., Suite 102 Maitland 407-660-7010

Jennifer Thielhelm Orlando Health Physician Associates 800 N. Maitland Ave., Suite 102 Maitland 407-660-7000

Pamela Trout Doc PAM 201 N. Lakemont Ave., Suite 200 Winter Park 321-203-4410

Dolly Ubhrani

Longwood Pediatrics 1400 W. State Road 434, Suite 1010 Longwood 407-644-9970

Julie Ward

Interlachen Pediatrics 846 Lake Howell Rd. Maitland 407-767-2477

Barry Yarckin

West Orlando Pediatrics 10125 W. Colonial Dr., Suite 102 Ocoee 407-290-9355

PLASTIC SURGERY

Clifford Clark III

Clark Institute for Aesthetics 701 W. Morse Blvd. Winter Park 407-629-5555

Arthur DeBaise

DeBaise Center for Plastic Surgery

320 Edinburgh Dr. Winter Park 407-539-3455

Thomas Fiala Fiala Aesthetics

220 E. Central Pkwy., Suite 2020 Altamonte Springs 407-339-3222

Scott Greenberg

Winter Park Plastic Surgery and Laser Center 1925 Mizell Ave., Suite 303 Winter Park 407-554-5284

B. Rai Gupta

Florida Center for Plastic and Hand Surgery 3300 W. Lake Mary Blvd., Suite 230 Lake Mary 407-321-7111

Brian Joseph

Park Avenue Plastic Surgery & Spa 340 N. Wymore Rd. Winter Park 407-673-3223

Richard Klein

AdventHealth Medical Group Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery 265 E. Rollins St., Suite 5300 Orlando 407-821-3555

Kenneth Lee

Orlando Health Aesthetic and Reconstructive Surgery Institute 125 W. Copeland Dr. Orlando 321-841-7090

Charles Newman Jr. Newman Plastic Surgery 444 N. Mills Ave. Orlando 407-481-9505

George Papanicolaou

Soma Plastic Surgery 3272 W. Lake Mary Blvd. Lake Mary 407-478-3151

Kendall Peters Center for Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery 801 N. Orange Ave., Suite 815 Orlando 407-898-1436

George Pope

Pope Plastic Surgery 2629 Edgewater Dr. Orlando 407-214-3794

D. Scott Rotatori

800 W. Morse Blvd., Suite 5 Winter Park 407-628-5476

Christopher Savage

Mid Florida Dermatology & Plastic Surgery 7652 Ashley Park Ct., Suite 305 Orlando 407-299-7333

James Shoukas

Lake Mary Plastic Surgery 934 Williston Park Point, Suite 1028 Lake Mary 407-333-2518

Kenrick Spence Hillcrest Plastic Surgery 130 Hillcrest St. Orlando 407-999-2585

PSYCHIATRY

Luis Allen Mindcare Solutions 425 W. Colonial Dr., Suite 302 Orlando 866-248-5828

Juan Balaguer

LifeStance Health 260 Lookout Place, Suite 202 Maitland 407-647-1781

John Blankemeier 2180 N. Park Ave., Suite 320 Winter Park 407-629-6440

Susanna Chyu APG Health 736 N. Magnolia Ave. Orlando 407-423-7149

Jeffrey Danziger

Psychiatric Affiliates 2300 Maitland Center Pkwy., Suite 211 Maitland 407-679-6400

Scott Farmer

The Healing House 1199 N. Orange Ave. Orlando 407-701-4500

Robert Goldstein 2180 N. Park Ave., Suite 324 Winter Park 407-647-8825

Ryan Hall

2500 W. Lake Mary Blvd., Suite 219 Lake Mary 407-322-8199

Sonny Joseph 9430 Turkey Lake Rd., Suite 204 Orlando 407-354-5290

David Keisari

Central Florida Behavioral Hospital 6601 Central Florida Pkwy. Orlando 407-370-0111

Andrew Kleiman Kleiman Psychiatry 2180 N. Park Ave., Suite 320 Winter Park 407-339-3338

Jeffrey Krotenberg Lake Mary Psychiatry and Counseling 305 Waymont Ct., Suite 111 Lake Mary 407-324-0405

Ramon Martinez

Greater Orlando Psychiatric Associates 1417 N. Semoran Blvd., Suite 203 Orlando 407-206-1106

Morteza Nadjaﬁ APG Health 736 N. Magnolia Ave. Orlando 407-423-7149

Dennis Platt

Orlando Health Medical Group Behavioral Group 455 W. Warren Ave. Longwood 407-262-2220

Carlos Ruiz La Amistad Behavioral Health Services 1650 N. Park Ave. Maitland 407-647-0660

PULMONARY DISEASE

Akinyemi Ajayi Children’s Lung, Asthma and Sleep Specialists 2660 W. Fairbanks Ave. Winter Park 407-898-2767

Ganesh Akula

Orlando Pulmonary and Critical Care Associates 930 S. Orange Ave., Floor 2 Orlando 407- 425-3362

Fortune Alabi Florida Lung, Asthma and Sleep Specialists 3480 Polynesian Isles Blvd. Kissimmee 877-352-5864

Sigfredo Aldarondo AdventHealth Medical Group Pulmonology 1110 N. Kentucky Ave. Winter Park 407-539-2766

Francisco Calimano

Central Florida Pulmonary Group 1115 E. Ridgewood St. Orlando 407-841-1100

Ruel Garcia

Central Florida Pulmonary Group 1115 E. Ridgewood St. Orlando 407-841-1100

Yasmeen Gowani

Gowani Medical Associates 7224 Stonerock Circle Orlando 407-345-4999

Daniel Haim

Central Florida Pulmonary Group 1115 E. Ridgewood St. Orlando 407-841-1100

Jorge Hernandez

Pulmonary Medicine Associates 10101 W. Colonial Dr., Suite 102 Ocoee 407-895-9060

Timothy Jones

Orlando Health Medical Group

Lung and Sleep Medicine 1222 S. Orange Ave., 2nd Floor Orlando 321-841-7856

Shirish Kirtane

Kirtane and Associates 210 N. Westmonte Dr., Suite 1000 Altamonte Springs 407-788-7844

Daniel Layish

Central Florida Pulmonary Group 1115 E. Ridgewood St. Orlando 407-841-1100

Floyd Livingston Jr. Nemours Children’s Hospital 6535 Nemours Pkwy. Orlando 407-650-7715

Thomas O’Brien

Pulmonary Disease Specialists 1121 N. Central Ave., Suite B Kissimmee 407-933-1221

Francisco Remy

Central Florida Pulmonary Group 10916 Dylan Loren Circle Orlando 407-841-1100

Carlos Sabogal

Orlando Health Arnold Palmer Hospital for Children

Pulmonary and Sleep Medicine 60 W. Gore St. Orlando 321-841-6350

E. Kevin Scanlon

Pulmonary Practice Associates 749 Stirling Center Place Lake Mary 407-321-8230

Fred Umeh

Florida Lung, Asthma and Sleep Specialists

3480 Polynesian Isles Blvd. Kissimmee 877-352-5864

Mark Vollenweider

Orlando Health Cancer Institute

22 W. Underwood St., 4th Floor Orlando 321-841-7171

Steven Vu

Central Florida Pulmonary Group 10916 Dylan Loren Circle Orlando 407-841-1100

RADIOLOGYDIAGNOSTIC

Richard Beegle

AdventHealth Medical Group

Radiology

2600 Westhall Lane, 4th Floor Maitland 407-200-2355

Peter Bove

RAYUS Radiology 964 S. Orlando Ave. Winter Park 407-741-5400

Wei-Shen Chin

Orlando Health Medical Group

Radiology 52 W. Underwood St. Orlando 407-649-6823

Timothy Farley

AdventHealth Medical Group

Radiology

2600 Westhall Lane, 4th Floor Maitland 407-200-2355

Gary Felsberg

AdventHealth Medical Group Radiology 2600 Westhall Lane, 4th Floor Maitland 407-200-2355

Nicholas Feranec

AdventHealth Medical Group Radiology

2600 Westhall Lane, 4th Floor Maitland 407-200-2355

Terrence Gross

Orlando Health Medical Group

Radiology 52 W. Underwood St. Orlando 407-649-6823

David Harding

Orlando Health Medical Group

Radiology

52 W. Underwood St. Orlando 407-649-6823

Gregory Logsdon

AdventHealth Medical Group

Radiology

2600 Westhall Lane, 4th Floor Maitland 407-200-2355

Vijay Patange

Orlando Health Medical Group

Radiology 52 W. Underwood St. Orlando 407-649-6823

Marc Shapiro

Neuro Imaging Winter Park 2111 Glenwood Dr., Suite 101 Winter Park 407-250-8860

Harmanjit Sidhu

Orlando Health Medical Group Radiology

52 W. Underwood St. Orlando 407-649-6823

George Stanley University Diagnostic Institute 111 N. Lakemont Ave. Winter Park 407-975-3315

RADIOLOGY-THERAPEUTIC

Peter Bove

RAYUS Radiology 964 S. Orlando Ave. Winter Park 407-741-5400

David Diamond

Florida Radiation Oncology 483 N. Semoran Blvd., Suite 107 Winter Park 407-539-0722

Joe Franklin

Orlando Health Medical Group Radiology 52 W. Underwood St. Orlando 407-649-6823

Richard George Orlando Health Medical Group Radiology 52 W. Underwood St. Orlando 407-649-6823

Frank Hellinger Jr. Orlando Neurosurgery 265 E. Rollins St., Suite 12000 Orlando 407-975-0200

Craig Johnson Nemours Children’s Hospital 6535 Nemours Pkwy. Orlando 407-650-7715

Patrick Kelly

Orlando Health Cancer Institute 1400 S. Orange Ave. Orlando 321-841-8650

Steven Lester

Florida Cancer Specialists & Research Institute 52 W. Gore St. Orlando 407-203-2700

Alberto Mansilla

AdventHealth Medical Group Radiology 2600 Westhall Lane, 4th Floor Maitland 407-200-2355

Grant Webber

AdventHealth Medical Group Radiology 2600 Westhall Lane, 4th Floor Maitland 407-200-2355

REHABILITATION

Nicholas Bagnoli 2501 N. Orange Ave., Suite 505 Orlando 407-898-2924

Michael Creamer

Central Florida Pain Relief Centers 100 W. Gore St., Suite 500 Orlando 407-649-8707

Mitchell Freed 2501 N. Orange Ave., Suite 505 Orlando 407-898-2924

RHEUMATOLOGY

Shazia Beg

UCF Health 9975 Tavistock Lakes Blvd. Orlando 407-266-3627

Neha Bhanusali

UCF Health 9975 Tavistock Lakes Blvd. Orlando 407-266-3627

Howard Buchoff 825 Douglas Ave. Altamonte Springs 407-788-3381

Jeffrey Elston

235 S. Maitland Ave., Suite 105 Maitland

407-265-1109

Pamela Freeman

Rheumatology Associates of Central Florida

3160 Southgate Commerce Blvd., Suite 30

Orlando 407-859-4540

Caryn Hasselbring

Rheumatology Associates of Central Florida

3160 Southgate Commerce Blvd., Suite 30 Orlando 407-859-4540

Javaid Sheikh

Orlando Arthritis Institute 58 W. Michigan St. Orlando 407-650-9220

Gary Sladek

AdventHealth Medical Group Rheumatology 2501 N. Orange Ave., Suite 402 Orlando 407-894-8696

Laura Summers

Rheumatology Associates of Central Florida 3160 Southgate Commerce Blvd., Suite 30 Orlando 407-859-4540

UROLOGY

Stephen Baker

Orlando Urology Associates 41 W. Kaley St. Orlando 407-843-6645

Jeffrey Brady

AdventHealth Medical Group Urology 1812 N. Mills Ave. Orlando 407-897-3499

Steven Brooks

Orlando Health Medical Group Urology 515 W. State Road 434, Suite 302 Longwood 407-332-0777

Thomas Cangiano

AdventHealth Medical Group

Urology

270 Northlake Blvd., Suite 1008 Altamonte Springs 407-834-3300

Memorable Moment

Dr. Danelle K. Chambers

GENERAL SURGERY

The Surgical Group of Orlando

One of my most memorable and fun moments as a surgeon was participating in a mission trip to Honduras. e work we performed as part of One World Surgery for the underserved patients of Honduras was extremely fulﬁlling.

Being able to use my surgical skills to help people in need has always been an enormous gift. But the best part of this particular trip,

by far, was having my daughter, who was 18 at the time, join me. She gained exposure to the working environment of the operating room and was able to assist me on several cases. ere is nothing like having your child watch you perform your craft and being able to pass along some of those skills to them. Deﬁnitely a memorable experience among many others, and one we plan to revisit in 2024.

Memorable Moment

Dr. Brian D. Haas

Shortly after I started my practice years ago in Washington, D.C., a prominent U.S. Senator surprised me at my office, requesting a consult for plastic surgery. He said, “Doc, everyone thinks I’m asleep on the Senate floor! What can you do for me?” He had already seen several established surgeons in the area, but did not balk when I told him plainly that he needed both a brow lift and a droopy eyelid repair. I carefully explained what made his situation unique and offered to perform the procedure in my office the following

week due to his scheduling limitations. He agreed without hesitation. His surgery was successful with a speedy recovery. One year later he dropped oﬀ a note (along with a bottle of wine) to say his colleagues were now taking him much more seriously, thanks to me, which of course was completely untrue. However, his trust in me boosted my conﬁdence greatly and still serves to remind me that every patient is a VIP.

Daniel Cohen

Urology Center of Winter Park

315 N. Lakemont Ave. Winter Park 407-622-2030

David Jablonski

Orlando Health Medical Group Urology

303 E. Par St. Orlando 877-876-3627

Michael Keating

AdventHealth Medical Group Pediatric Urology 615 E. Princeton St., Suite 310 Orlando 407-303-5781

Allan Klaiman Klaiman Urology 668 N. Orlando Ave., Suite 105 Maitland 407-774-2431

Marshall Melcer

Orlando Urology Associates 41 W. Kaley St. Orlando 407-843-6645

Javier Miller

Orlando Health Medical Group Urology 303 E. Par St. Orlando 877-876-3627

Albert Ong

Orlando Urology Associates 41 W. Kaley St. Orlando 407-843-6645

Rakesh Patel

AdventHealth Medical Group Urology 1812 N. Mills Ave. Orlando 407-897-3499

Mark Rich

Orlando Health Arnold Palmer Hospital for Children Urology Center 1725 Cook Ave. Orlando 321-843-9017

Inoel Rivera

Orlando Health Medical Group Urology

303 E. Par St. Orlando 877-876-3627

Jordan Steinberg

AdventHealth Medical Group Urology 218 Strathy Lane Winter Park 407-628-3073

Stan Sujka

Orlando Urology Associates

41 W. Kaley St. Orlando 407-843-6645

VASCULAR SURGERY

G. Kendrix Adcock

Orlando Health Heart & Vascular Institute

400 S. Maitland Ave. Maitland 407-539-2100

John Horowitz

Central Florida Vein & Vascular Center

10000 W. Colonial Dr., Suite 495 Ocoee 407-759-4790

Adam Levitt

Vascular Specialists of Central Florida

80 W. Michigan St. Orlando 407-648-4323

Samuel Martin

Vascular Vein Centers 1200 Edgewater Dr. Orlando 407-244-8559

Manuel Perez-Izquierdo

AdventHealth Medical Group

Vascular Surgery 2415 N. Orange Ave., Suite 302 Orlando 407-303-7250

Mark Ranson

AdventHealth Medical Group

Vascular Surgery 2415 N. Orange Ave., Suite 302 Orlando 407-303-7250

Charles Thompson

Vascular Specialists of Central Florida

80 W. Michigan St. Orlando 407-648-4323

David Varnagy

AdventHealth Medical Group

Vascular Surgery

2415 N. Orange Ave., Suite 302 Orlando 407-303-7250

Jon Wesley

Vascular Specialists of Central Florida

80 W. Michigan St. Orlando 407-648-4323

Robert Winter

Orlando Health Heart & Vascular Institute

400 S. Maitland Ave. Maitland 407-539-2100

Alan Wladis

AdventHealth Medical Group

Vascular Surgery

2415 N. Orange Ave., Suite 302

Orlando 407-303-7250

Before all this happened, I remember rushing around in the early morning hours, as I often do, yelling at my cats, Clyde and Sammy, who were ﬁghting at the time and apparently distracted me. The next thing I knew, I was on the ﬂoor in enormous pain, calling for my son, who thankfully was nearby.

THE COMMON ENEMY: FALL RISKS

It’s been almost a year since I missed a step in my house, flew into a bookcase and flipped over on my back, hitting the hard tile floor and fracturing a bone in my spine.

Story by Susan Jenks

Illustrations by Michellina Jones

Before all this happened, I remember rushing around in the early morning hours, as I often do, yelling at my cats, Clyde and Sammy, who were ﬁghting at the time and apparently distracted me. e next thing I knew, I was on the ﬂoor in enormous pain, calling for my son, who thankfully was nearby.

As I lay on the cold tile, it felt as if every nerve in my body had begun ﬁring, a violent tingling sensation quickly spreading from head to toe, especially in my hands and back.

I’m sure I was in shock. e paramedics later told me that my blood pressure was oﬀ the charts when they arrived. e top number, which measures how hard the heart is pumping, soared to 210, almost 100 points above normal. And, while I don’t know what the bottom number registered and never found out, I suspect it, too, was abnormally high. is lower number, in which 80 or lower is the desired score, measures how hard blood pushes up against your arteries when the heart rests between beats.

e paramedics quickly took me to the hospital where I became a future statistic, one of an estimated 3 million or so older Americans who visit emergency rooms for fall-related injuries each year, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention in Atlanta, Georgia.

Falls, in fact, are considered the leading cause of injury and death in those 65 years and older, a demographic to which I reluctantly belong. Recent CDC data show that in 2020 some 36,000 older adults died from their injuries after falling, many from hip fractures, others from traumatic brain injuries, and that the fall death rate continues to rise.

To rule out brain injury in my case, doctors at Holmes Regional Medical Center in Melbourne, where I was taken, did two CAT scans because the ﬁrst failed to provide clear answers. Luckily, despite hitting my head twice, once on my left temple and then the back of my head, they found no signs of concussion or bleeding in the brain.

But, I had an injury in my thoracic vertebrae, the T12 bone, which is part of the spine supporting the upper part of the body. It predominantly aﬀects the stomach and back muscles and helps with balance and posture.

Later I learned my traumatic fall had caused a speciﬁc type of injury, an endplate fracture. Endplates are cartilaginous plates that sit between the spinal disks that cushion the spine and the bony vertebral bones that form the spinal column. So, what did that mean for me? My orthopedic surgeon told me, “Well, Susan, these types of fractures heal more slowly than others and it may take months, or they may never heal.” Not exactly what I wanted to hear.

I did have a surgical option, kyphoplasty, which uses, in part, cement injections to stabilize the spine and carries a high success rate, at least in those without brittle bones. But, the procedure also caries a low risk of fracturing other bones.

As a minimalist, heeding my father’s advice—“if it’s elective, don’t elect” — and also someone diagnosed with a precursor to the bone-thinning disease, osteoporosis, I chose the slow-heal method at home. So far, I admit, my recovery has been discouragingly slow, even though I recently completed several months of physical therapy, which helped strengthen my legs. But, my back remains chronically sore if I sit or stand too long and there’s no way I could do any truly vigorous exercise yet, like running or playing tennis. Still, I can walk again about a mile each day without issue or without a cane and I’m not in constant pain, so I’m grateful.

Experts say after age 65, the major risk factor for falls is age and a history of falling before. How great the risk, they stress, depends on a person’s overall ﬁtness, which can vary widely, with some octogenarians super ﬁt, while others can barely move.

“As we grow older, there’s a shift in the mechanism of bone remodeling,” a metabolic process in which mature bone is removed and new bone formed throughout our lives, says Dr. Lyndon Joseph, a program manager with the National Institute on Aging at the National Institutes of Health in Bethesda, Maryland. As a result, our bones

become more brittle and less dense, making some individuals increasingly vulnerable to fall-related injuries, if, or when, they fall.

In addition to age, however, many other factors come into play. Osteopenia, a red flag for osteoporosis, may increase the fall risk if not treated early enough, Dr. Joseph says, as can a lack of exercise, causing muscle loss, or medications for other conditions that carry side effects leading to dizziness and balance problems. And, the functional changes accompanying aging can affect the generation of power, or the reaction time needed to take a quick step, or break a fall, he says.

Cognitive issues also inﬂuence fall risk. “Trying to decide which risk to deal with ﬁrst is complicated,” Dr. Joseph says, and may require screening, which he recommends, and most geriatricians — specialists in elder care — usually do, especially for balance concerns or medication issues.

But, whether screening the elderly in the broader population should be done as part of regular clinical practice, remains undecided.

Dr. Joseph suggests, for now, it should be part of shared decision-making between doctors and patients about how best to proceed. If a patient already has fallen once, the “indications are something is oﬀ and should be tested,” he says, whereas an active individual, who takes an accidental spill, is not necessarily at higher risk for more falls.

Maybe, I’m in this latter group. I certainly hope so.

I’m far more careful now when I’m out and about, though I try hard not to be too tentative, or let fear control my activities. One piece of advice Dr. Joseph oﬀers, I intend to follow soon.

“I would not say walking is enough,” to prevent future falls, he says. “It helps, but you should add in some balance training as well, like Tai Chi. Tai Chi is a good balance intervention.”

FOUR THINGS YOU CAN DO TO PREVENT FALLS, ACCORDING TO THE CENTERS FOR DISEASE CONTROL AND PREVENTION:

a�Have your healthcare provider review your medications. b Exercise to improve your balance and strength. c Have your eyes and feet checked. d Make your home safer by removing clutter and enhancing available light. A 3 2 4

PREMIER DOCTORS

ORLANDO MAGAZINE’S PREMIER DOCTORS list was assembled by DataJoe Research, a software and research company specializing in data collection and veriﬁcation that conducts various nominations across the United States on behalf of publishers. DataJoe Research used an online peer-voting process and reached out to medical groups and individual doctors to facilitate participation, while also referencing other government and Internet sources to establish credibility/eligibility of doctors. DataJoe then tallied the results to score doctors in each category and conﬁrmed that each winning candidate had a current, active license status with the state regulatory board. If evidence of a doctor’s current, active registration with the state regulatory board was not found, that doctor was excluded from the list. In addition, any doctor who had been disciplined for an infraction by the state regulatory board up to the time frame of the review process was excluded from the list. For research/methodology questions, contact the DataJoe research team at surveys@datajoe.com.

ADDICTION MEDICINE

Ravi Akella

Orlando Internal Medicine

1507 S. Hiawassee Rd., Suite 107

Orlando 407-445-9545

Raghu Ganjam

Orlando Internal Medicine

1507 S. Hiawassee Rd., Suite 107 Orlando 407-445-9545

Kent Hoffman

SoberDoc at Lake Howell Health Center 406 Lake Howell Rd. Maitland 407-691-3960

ALLERGY/IMMUNOLOGY

Harleen Anderson

Innovation Allergy & Wellness 260 Lookout Place, Suite 209 Maitland 407-584-5901

Michael Anderson

Anderson Allergy & Asthma 63 W. Underwood St. Orlando 407-872-1110

Andrew Bagg

Allergy Asthma Specialists 661 E. Altamonte Dr., Suite 315 Altamonte Springs 407-339-3002

Jamal Hakim

Anesthesiologists of Greater Orlando 83 W. Miller St. Orlando 321-841-5139

Arun Moorjani

U.S. Anesthesia Partners 851 Trafalgar Ct., Suite 200 E Maitland 407-667-0444

Dean Sider

Anesthesiologists of Greater Orlando 83 W. Miller St. Orlando 321-841-5139

CARDIOLOGY

Phillip Anderson III

AdventHealth Medical Group Cardiology

2488 Irlo Bronson Memorial Hwy., Suite 201 Kissimmee 407-894-4474

Arnold Einhorn

The Cardiovascular Center of Florida

1723 Lucerne Terrace, Suite 100 Orlando 407-738-4200

Francis Fahey

AdventHealth Medical Group Cardiology 1613 N. Mills Ave. Orlando 407-894-4474

Roland Filart

The Cardiovascular Center of Florida 1723 Lucerne Terrace, Suite 100 Orlando 407-738-4200

Joel Garcia

Orlando Health Heart & Vascular Institute 1222 S. Orange Ave., 4th Floor Orlando 321-841-6444

Marcos Hazday

Carlos Jacinto

Allergy, Asthma, & Immunology

Associates of Central Florida 1890 S.R. 436, Suite 215 Winter Park 407-678-4040

Rajesh Patel

Asthma Allergy Care Center 1301 S. International Pkwy., Suite 1011 Lake Mary 407-804-6002

Eugene Schwartz

Allergy & Asthma Consultants of Central Florida 793 Douglas Ave. Altamonte Springs 407-862-5824

ANESTHESIOLOGY

Jason Acosta

U.S. Anesthesia Partners 851 Trafalgar Ct., Suite 200 E Maitland 407-667-0444

Paul Finer

Anesthesiologists of Greater Orlando 500 Winderley Place, Suite 115 Maitland 407-581-9180

Nipun Arora

Orlando Cardiac & Vascular Specialists 251 Maitland Ave., Suite 116 Altamonte Springs 407-915-5643

Basiem Barsoum

AdventHealth Medical Group Cardiology 2100 Ocoee Apopka Rd., Suite 120 Apopka 407-889-1930

David Bello

The Cardiovascular Center of Florida 1723 Lucerne Terrace, Suite 100 Orlando 407-738-4200

Rohit Bhatheja

AdventHealth Medical Group Cardiology 1613 N. Mills Ave. Orlando 407-894-4474

Puxiao Cen

AdventHealth Medical Group Cardiology 689 E. Altamonte Dr. Altamonte Springs 407-894-4474

Chandresh Duggal

The Cardiovascular Center of Florida 805 Oakley Seaver Dr, Suite A Clermont 407-738-4200

AdventHealth Medical Group Cardiology 2400 N. Orange Blossom Trail, Unit 204 Kissimmee 407-894-4474

Vijaykumar Kasi

Orlando Health Heart & Vascular Institute 1222 S. Orange Ave., 3rd & 4th Floor Orlando 321-841-6444

Farhan Khawaja

Orlando Health Heart & Vascular Institute 1222 S. Orange Ave., 4th Floor Orlando 407-650-1300

George Monir

AdventHealth Medical Group Cardiology 1613 N. Mills Ave. Orlando 407-894-4474

Amish Parikh

Premier Cardiology & Vascular Associates 670 N. Orlando Ave., Suite 1003 Maitland 407-622-0793

Milind Parikh

Central Florida Cardiology Group 1745 N. Mills Ave. Orlando 407-841-7151

Pavan Patel

AdventHealth Medical Group

Cardiology

100 N. Edinburgh Dr., Suite 102 Winter Park 407-894-4474

Scott Pollak

Central Florida Cardiology Group 1745 N. Mills Ave. Orlando 407-841-7151

Rajesh Shah

Orlando Cardiac & Vascular Specialists 251 Maitland Ave., Suite 116 Altamonte Springs 407-915-5643

Mark Steiner

The Cardiovascular Center of Florida 7301 Stonerock Circle Orlando 407-738-4200

Andrew Taussig

AdventHealth Medical Group

Cardiology

2100 Ocoee Apopka Rd., Suite 120 Apopka 407-889-1930

Vikas Verma

Orlando Cardiac & Vascular Specialists 251 Maitland Ave., Suite 116 Altamonte Springs 407-915-5643

Adam Waldman

The Cardiovascular Center of Florida 1723 Lucerne Terrace, Suite 100 Orlando 407-738-4200

CARDIOTHORACIC SURGERY

Kevin Accola

AdventHealth Medical Group

Cardiovascular Surgery 217 Hillcrest St. Orlando 407-425-1566

Joseph Boyer Jr.

AdventHealth Transplant Institute 2415 N. Orange Ave., Suite 700 Orlando 407-303-2474

Juan Escalon

Orlando Health Cancer Institute 22 W. Underwood St., 4th Floor Orlando 407-648-5384

Michael Hanna

Orlando Health Heart & Vascular Institute

1222 S. Orange Ave., 4th Floor Orlando 321-841-7700

Luis Herrera

Orlando Health Cancer Institute 22 W. Underwood St., 4th Floor Orlando 407-648-5384

Matthew Johnston

Orlando Health Cancer Institute 22 W. Underwood St., 4th Floor Orlando 407-648-5384

George Palmer III

AdventHealth Medical Group

Cardiovascular Surgery 217 Hillcrest St. Orlando 407-425-1566

Jorge Suarez-Cavelier

AdventHealth Medical Group

Cardiovascular Surgery 217 Hillcrest St. Orlando 407-425-1566

Karen Walker

Orlando Health Heart & Vascular Institute 1222 S. Orange Ave., 4th Floor Orlando 321-841-6444

Ahmad Zeeshan

AdventHealth Transplant Institute 2415 N. Orange Ave., Suite 700 Orlando 407-303-2474

COLON AND RECTAL SURGERY

Matthew Albert

AdventHealth Medical Group

Colorectal Surgery 2415 N. Orange Ave., Suite 300 Orlando 407-303-2615

Sam Atallah

Digestive and Liver Center of Florida 100 N. Dean Rd., Suite 101 Orlando 407-384-7388

Teresa deBeche-Adams

AdventHealth Medical Group

Colorectal Surgery 2415 N. Orange Ave., Suite 300 Orlando 407-303-2615

Samuel DeJesus

Orlando Health Colon & Rectal Institute

110 W. Underwood St., Suite A Orlando 407-422-3790

Marco Ferrara

Orlando Health Colon & Rectal Institute

110 W. Underwood St., Suite A Orlando 407-422-3790

Daniel Galante

AdventHealth Medical Group Colorectal Surgery 1925 Mizell Ave., Suite 201 Winter Park 407-303-2615

Jacqueline Kaiser

Winter Park Colon and Rectal Specialists

255 N. Lakemont Ave., Suite 100 Winter Park 407-628-1718

Joshua Karas

Orlando Health Colon & Rectal Institute 110 W. Underwood St., Suite A Orlando 407-422-3790

John Monson

AdventHealth Medical Group Colorectal Surgery 2415 N. Orange Ave., Suite 300 Orlando 407-303-2615

Renee Mueller

Orlando Health Colon & Rectal Institute 110 W. Underwood St., Suite A Orlando 407-422-3790

George Nassif

AdventHealth Medical Group Colorectal Surgery 661 E. Altamonte Dr., Suite 222 Altamonte Springs 407-303-2615

Mark Soliman

AdventHealth Medical Group Colorectal Surgery 661 E. Altamonte Dr., Suite 222 Altamonte Springs 407-303-2615

Yaphet Tilahun

AdventHealth Medical Group Colorectal Surgery 258 S. Chickasaw Trail, Suite 300 Orlando 407-303-2615

COSMETIC SURGERY

Clifford Clark III

Clark Institute for Aesthetics

701 W. Morse Blvd. Winter Park 407-629-5555

Charles Newman Jr. Newman Plastic Surgery 444 N. Mills Ave. Orlando 407-481-9505

D. Scott Rotatori 800 W. Morse Blvd., Suite 5 Winter Park 407-628-5476

CRITICAL CARE MEDICINE

David Bostick

Orlando Health Physician Associates 86 W. Underwood St., Suite 102 Orlando 321-841-3581

Hadi Chohan

Central Florida Pulmonary Group 1115 E. Ridgewood St. Orlando 407-841-1100

Osman Farooq

Orlando Health Inpatient Medicine Group 555 W. State Road 434 Longwood 321-842-0266

Mary Farrell

Orlando Health Arnold Palmer Hospital for Children 92 W Miller St. Orlando 407-649-6838

Charles Hunley

Orlando Health Physician Associates 86 W. Underwood St., Suite 102 Orlando 321-841-3581

Timothy Jones

Orlando Health Medical Group Lung and Sleep Medicine 1222 S. Orange Ave., 2nd Floor Orlando 321-841-7856

Amay Parikh

AdventHealth Research Institute 301 E. Princeton St. Orlando 407-200-2901

Joel Santora

Orlando Health Physician Associates

86 W. Underwood St., Suite 102

Orlando 321-841-3581

Sam Venus

AdventHealth Medical Group 2501 N. Orange Ave., Suite 401 Orlando 407-228-6573

Mai Vo

Orlando Health Inpatient Medicine Group 86 W. Underwood St., Suite 102

Orlando 321-843-5270

DERMATOLOGY

Allison Arthur Sand Lake Dermatology Center 7335 W. Sand Lake Rd., Suite 200 Orlando 407-352-8553

Sima Jain

ClearSkin Dermatology

7300 Sandlake Commons Blvd., Suite 300

Orlando 407-866-1213

J. Matthew Knight

Knight Dermatology Institute 801 N. Orange Ave., Suite 520 Orlando 407-992-0660

Ronald Knipe

Knipe Dermatology 70 W. Gore St., Suite 200A Orlando 407-258-2989

John Meisenheimer

7300 Sand Lake Commons Blvd., Suite 105 Orlando 407-352-2444

Jeffrey Moskowitz

Moskowitz Dermatology 143 Mission Rd. Oviedo 407-542-0100

Naveed Sami

UCF Health 9975 Tavistock Lakes Blvd. Orlando 407-266-3627

David Weinstein

Altamonte Dermatology 411 Maitland Ave., Suite 1001 Altamonte Springs 407-260-2606

Memorable Moment

BREAST SURGICAL ONCOLOGIST

AdventHealth Medical Group

A young patient was referred to me to discuss breast pain and the need for breast imaging. She was considered at high risk for breast cancer due to family history. In fact, I had taken care of her mother for breast cancer. Because of her elevated risk, I recommended genetic testing as well as high-risk imaging with annual mammograms and MRI. She was monitored closely and after about two years in my high-risk clinic, the screening MRI demonstrated a mass that was subsequently identiﬁed as a small invasive ductal

carcinoma. Because we found the cancer at such an early stage, we were able to minimize the need for chemotherapy and radiation and perform a nipple-sparing mastectomy, which went a long way toward helping her feel whole. Although I am privileged to care for many breast cancer patients, this experience reminds me how important breast cancer screening and risk stratiﬁcation are to achieving the best outcome for a patient.

Dr. Anupama Saigal

Amy Witt

Derrow Dermatology

146 Orange Place Maitland 407-389-2020

DIAGNOSTIC RADIOLOGY

Wei-Shen Chin

Orlando Health Medical Group

Radiology

52 W. Underwood St. Orlando 407-649-6823

Benjamin Cornett

Orlando Health Medical Group Radiology

52 W. Underwood St. Orlando 407-649-6823

Terrence Gross

Orlando Health Medical Group Radiology

52 W. Underwood St. Orlando 407-649-6823

Michael Gurian

Orlando Health Medical Group

Radiology

52 W. Underwood St. Orlando 407-649-6823

Alberto Mansilla

AdventHealth Medical Group

Radiology

2600 Westhall Lane, 4th Floor Maitland 407-200-2355

Vijay Patange

Orlando Health Medical Group Radiology

52 W. Underwood St. Orlando 407-649-6823

Harmanjit Sidhu

Orlando Health Medical Group Radiology

52 W. Underwood St. Orlando 407-649-6823

Dianna Yang

Orlando Health Medical Group Radiology

52 W. Underwood St. Orlando 407-649-6823

EMERGENCY MEDICINE

Philip Giordano

Emergency Physicians of Central Florida

1414 S. Orange Ave. Orlando 321-841-5111

Sean Isaak

Emergency Physicians of Central Florida 1414 S. Orange Ave. Orlando 321-841-5111

Omayra Mansﬁeld AdventHealth

2100 Ocoee Apopka Rd. Apopka 407-609-7000

Howard Mizelle

Emergency Physicians of Central Florida 1414 S. Orange Ave. Orlando 321-841-5111

John O’Brien

Emergency Physicians of Central Florida 1414 S. Orange Ave. Orlando 321-841-5111

Gary Parrish

Emergency Physicians of Central Florida 1414 S. Orange Ave. Orlando 321-841-5111

Jesus Roa

Emergency Physicians of Central Florida 1414 S. Orange Ave. Orlando 321-841-5111

Veronica Sikka

Orlando VA Medical Center 13800 Veterans Way Orlando 407-631-1000

ENDOCRINOLOGY/ DIABETES & METABOLISM

Julie Bauer

Central Florida Endocrine and Diabetes Consultants

635 N. Maitland Ave. Maitland 407-629-4901

Carmina Charles

AdventHealth Medical Group

Diabetes and Endocrinology

201 N. Park Ave., Suite 301 Apopka 407-329-4992

Robert Coleman

AdventHealth Medical Group

Diabetes and Endocrinology

410 Celebration Pl., Suite 306 Celebration 407-303-4855

Penny Glickman

Central Florida Endocrine and Diabetes Consultants 635 N. Maitland Ave. Maitland 407-629-4901

Wendy Huhn

Orlando Health Medical Group

Endocrinology 3113 Lawton Rd., Suite 100 Carr Building Orlando 407-894-3241

Louise Owen

AdventHealth Medical Group Diabetes and Endocrinology 1573 W. Fairbanks Ave., Suite 210 Winter Park 407-646-7845

Carlos Pacheco

Central Florida Endocrine and Diabetes Consultants 635 N. Maitland Ave. Maitland 407-629-4901

Victor Roberts

Endocrine Associates of Florida 766 N. Sun Dr., Suite 2060 Lake Mary 407-936-3860

Deepa Taneja

Florida Diabetes Thyroid & Endocrine Center 7485 Sandlake Commons Blvd. Orlando 407-574-5161

Damon Tanton

AdventHealth Medical Group Diabetes and Endocrinology 2415 N. Orange Ave., Suite 502 Orlando 407-303-2801

FAMILY MEDICINE

Tapan Bhatt

AdventHealth Medical Group

TeamCare at Universal Orlando 1000 Universal Studios Plaza, Building 2 Orlando 407-355-0803

E. Frank Delgado

Family Medical Center 2863 S. Delaney Ave. Orlando 407-843-1620

George Elias

Drs. Elias & Oakley, PA 63 E. 3rd St. Apopka 407-889-9800

Amy Jackson

Orlando Health Physician Associates 2731 Maguire Rd. Ocoee 407-635-3080

Jan Parrillo

Family Medical Center 2863 S. Delaney Ave. Orlando 407-843-1620

Timothy Pursley

Maitland Family Practice 402 Lake Howell Rd. Maitland 407-628-4312

Huy Vu

Orlando Health Physician Associates 7243 Della Dr., Suite K Orlando 407-381-7366

Eddie Waldheim Jr. Maitland Family Practice 402 Lake Howell Rd. Maitland 407-628-4312

Craig Yunk

Celebration Family Physicians 1530 Celebration Blvd., Suite 103 Celebration 407-566-8898

GASTROENTEROLOGY

Raul Badillo

AdventHealth Medical Group

Gastroenterology and Hepatology 1925 Mizell Ave., Suite 201 Winter Park 407-646-7015

Ji Young Bang

Orlando Health Digestive Health Institute

Center for Advanced Endoscopy, Research and Education 22 W. Underwood St. Orlando 321-842-2273

Sudhir Bhaskar

Gastro Health 3885 Oakwater Circle Orlando 407-851-5600

Steven Brint Gastro Health

11140 W. Colonial Dr., Suite 2 Ocoee 407-877-7155

Christina Covelli

Orlando Health Digestive Health Institute

89 W. Copeland Dr., 3rd ﬂoor Orlando 321-841-4344

Samuel Giday

Center for Digestive Health 1817 N. Mills Ave. Orlando 407-896-1726

Muhammad Hasan

AdventHealth Medical Group

Interventional Endoscopy 601 E. Rollins St. Orlando 407-303-2570

Robert Hawes

Orlando Health Digestive Health Institute

Center for Advanced Endoscopy, Research and Education 22 W. Underwood St. Orlando 321-842-2273

Marlon Ilagan

Center for Digestive Health 1817 N. Mills Ave. Orlando 407-896-1726

Irteza Inayat

AdventHealth Medical Group

Gastroenterology and Hepatology 2415 N. Orange Ave., Suite 200 Orlando 407-303-1812

Maryam Kashi

AdventHealth Medical Group

Gastroenterology and Hepatology 2415 N. Orange Ave., Suite 200 Orlando 407-303-1812

Barry Katz

Digestive Disease Consultants

Palm Endoscopy Center

623 Maitland Ave., Suite 2200 Altamonte Springs 407-830-8661

Henry Levine

Center for Digestive Health 1817 N. Mills Ave.

Orlando 407-896-1726

Ian Martinez

Gastroenterology Services

2572 W. State Rd. 426, Suite 1000 Oviedo 407-478-0882

William Mayoral

Center for Digestive Health 1817 N. Mills Ave.

Orlando 407-896-1726

Luis Mejia

Orlando Gastroenterology

1507 S. Hiawassee Rd., Suite 105

Orlando 407-445-9224

Raaj Popli

Digestive Disease Consultants

Palm Endoscopy Center

623 Maitland Ave., Suite 2200 Altamonte Springs 407-830-8661

Sri Pothamsetty

Orlando Gastroenterology

1507 S. Hiawassee Rd., Suite 105

Orlando 407-445-9224

Sanjay Reddy

Digestive Disease Consultants

Palm Endoscopy Center

623 Maitland Ave., Suite 2200 Altamonte Springs 407-830-8661

Mari Rivera

AdventHealth Medical Group

Gastroenterology and Hepatology 1925 Mizell Ave., Suite 201 Winter Park 407-646-7015

Srinivas Seela

Digestive and Liver Center of Florida

100 N. Dean Rd., Suite 101 Orlando 407-384-7388

Harinath Sheela

Digestive and Liver Center of Florida

100 N. Dean Rd., Suite 101 Orlando 407-384-7388

Vishwas Vanar

AdventHealth Medical Group

Gastroenterology and Hepatology

2100 Ocoee Apopka Rd., Suite 110 Apopka 407-609-7395

Shyam Varadarajulu

Orlando Health

Digestive Health Institute

Center for Advanced Endoscopy, Research and Education 22 W. Underwood St. Orlando 321-842-2273

GENERAL SURGERY

Scott Bloom

AdventHealth Medical Group

General Surgery 2415 N. Orange Ave., Suite 400 Orlando 407-303-7399

Danelle Chambers

Surgical Group of Orlando 1814 S. Lucerne Terrace Orlando 407-730-3627

Timothy Childers

Surgical Associates of Central Florida 1181 Orange Ave. Winter Park 407-647-1331

Marcus Darrabie

AdventHealth Medical Group

General Surgery 2415 N. Orange Ave., Suite 400 Orlando 407-303-7399

Steve Eubanks

AdventHealth Medical Group General Surgery 2415 N. Orange Ave., Suite 400 Orlando 407-303-7399

Michael Freeland Surgical Group of Orlando 1814 S. Lucerne Terrace Orlando 407-730-3627

William Havron

Orlando Health Medical Group Surgery 1335 Sligh Blvd., Suite 200 Orlando 407-649-6884

Michael Kahky

Orlando Health Cancer Institute 22 W. Underwood St., 3rd Floor Orlando 321-843-5001

Thomas Mahan

Surgical Associates of Central Florida 1181 Orange Ave. Winter Park 407-647-1331

Vladimir Neychev UCF Health 9975 Tavistock Lakes Blvd. Orlando 407-266-3627

Christopher Olukoga

AdventHealth Medical Group General Surgery 1925 Mizell Ave., Suite 201 Winter Park 407-646-7931

Carlos Ortiz-Ortiz

AdventHealth Medical Group General Surgery 400 Celebration Pl., Suite A150 Celebration 407-303-3824

Alberto Padron

Surgical Group of Orlando 1814 S. Lucerne Terrace Orlando 407-730-3627

Joseph Portoghese

AdventHealth Medical Group

General Surgery 2415 N. Orange Ave., Suite 400 Orlando 407-303-7399

Roberto Posada

Surgical Associates of Central Florida 1181 Orange Ave. Winter Park 407-647-1331

Jay Redan

AdventHealth Medical Group

General Surgery

400 Celebration Pl., Suite A140 Celebration 407-303-4602

Anupama Saigal

AdventHealth Medical Group Breast Surgery 3438 Lawton Rd., Suite 1B Orlando 407-775-6389

Daniel Vanuno

Surgical Associates of Central Florida 1181 Orange Ave. Winter Park 407-647-1331

Enrique Vega

AdventHealth Medical Group

General Surgery

1925 Mizell Ave., Suite 201 Winter Park 407-646-7931

GERIATRIC MEDICINE

Rose Appel

AdventHealth Medical Group

7975 Lake Underhill Rd., Suite 200 Orlando 407-303-6830

Ariel Cole

AdventHealth Medical Group Senior Health 133 Benmore Dr., Suite 200 Winter Park 407-599-6060

Robin Creamer

AdventHealth Medical Group Family Medicine 133 Benmore Dr., Suite 200 Winter Park 407-646-7070

GYNECOLOGIC ONCOLOGY

Christopher Bryant

HCA Florida Women’s Health Group

3438 Lawton Rd., Suite 2D Orlando 407-751-2868

Robert Holloway

AdventHealth Medical Group

GYN Oncology 2501 N. Orange Ave., Suite 786 Orlando 407-303-2422

James Kendrick IV

AdventHealth Medical Group GYN Oncology 2501 N. Orange Ave., Suite 786 Orlando 407-303-2422

Nathalie McKenzie

AdventHealth Medical Group GYN Oncology 2501 N. Orange Ave., Suite 786 Orlando 407-303-2422

Joseph Meunier

Orlando Health Cancer Institute 105 W. Miller St. Orlando 321-841-8393

Veronica Schimp

Orlando Health Cancer Institute 105 W. Miller St. Orlando 321-841-8393

Shelly Seward

Orlando Health Cancer Institute 105 W. Miller St. Orlando 321-841-8393

HAND SURGERY

Brett Lewellyn

Orlando Health Jewett Orthopedic Institute 60 Columbia St., Suite 400 Orlando 321-843-5851

Vikram Mehta

4106 W. Lake Mary Blvd., Suite 224 Lake Mary 407-333-4548

Nicholas Newsum

Orlando Hand Surgery Associates 801 N. Orange Ave., Suite 600 Orlando 407-841-2100

Minh Nguyen

Orlando Health Jewett Orthopedic Institute 392 Rinehart Rd., Suite 3000 Lake Mary 321-843-5851

Joseph Robison

Celebration Orthopaedic & Sports Medicine Institute 2954 Mallory Circle, Suite 101 Celebration 321-939-0222

Matthew Welsh

Florida Sports Injury and Orthopedic Institute 1925 Don Wickham Dr. Clermont 352-404-8956

Brian White

Orlando Hand Surgery Associates 801 N. Orange Ave., Suite 600 Orlando 407-841-2100

George White

Orlando Hand Surgery Associates 801 N. Orange Ave., Suite 600 Orlando 407-841-2100

Justin Zumsteg

Orlando Health Jewett Orthopedic Institute

7243 Della Dr., 2nd Floor, Suite 1 Orlando 321-842-0060

HEMATOLOGY

Farranaz Alvarez Nunez

Orlando Health Arnold Palmer Hospital for Children

Haley Center for Children’s Cancer and Blood Disorders 92 W. Miller St., 2nd Floor Orlando 321-841-8588

Said Baidas

Orlando Health Cancer Institute 1400 S. Orange Ave., 2nd Floor Orlando 321-841-7218

Raul Castillo

AdventHealth Medical Group Oncology & Hematology 894 E. Altamonte Dr. Altamonte Springs 407-834-5151

Ralph Gousse

Florida Cancer Specialists & Research Institute 750 Orienta Ave. Altamonte Springs 407-553-7710

David Molthrop Jr.

Florida Cancer Specialists & Research Institute

460 N. Orlando Ave., Suite 200 Winter Park 407-898-5452

Jose Sarriera

Orlando Health Cancer Institute 1400 S. Orange Ave. Orlando 321-841-7218

Sonalee Shroff

Florida Cancer Specialists & Research Institute

460 N. Orlando Ave., Suite 200 Winter Park 407-898-5452

Ahmed Zakari

AdventHealth Medical Group Oncology & Hematology 2501 N. Orange Ave., Suite 689 Orlando 407-303-2024

HEPATOLOGY

Ayman Koteish

AdventHealth Medical Group

Transplant 2415 N. Orange Ave., Suite 700 Orlando 407-303-2474

Torfay Roman

AdventHealth Medical Group

Transplant 2415 N. Orange Ave., Suite 700 Orlando 407-303-2474

HOSPICE AND PALLIATIVE

Mary Busowski

Orlando Health Cancer Institute 1400 S. Orange Ave., 2nd Floor Orlando 321-841-7218

Alexander Harding Orlando Health Cancer Institute 9900 W. Colonial Dr. Ocoee 321-841-5169

Michelle Hidalgo

Orlando Health Arnold Palmer Hospital for Children Palliative Care

92 W Miller St., 2nd Floor Orlando 321-841-2245

Chad Kollas

Orlando Health Cancer Institute 1400 S. Orange Ave., 2nd Floor Orlando 321-841-7218

Alexander Lavigne

AdventHealth Medical Group Palliative Care 2501 N. Orange Ave., Suite 235 Orlando 407-303-2906

Dominick Mastroianni

AdventHealth Medical Group Palliative Care 2501 N. Orange Ave., Suite 235 Orlando 407-303-2906

Blaine Pitts

Orlando Health Arnold Palmer Hospital for Children Palliative Care 60 W. Gore St., 2nd Floor Orlando 321-841-2245

INFECTIOUS DISEASE

Kenneth Alexander Nemours Children’s Hospital 6535 Nemours Pkwy. Orlando 407-650-7715

Christopher Cooper

Infectious Disease Consultants

685 Palm Springs Dr., Suite 2A

Altamonte Springs 407-830-5577

Patricia Couto

Orlando Health Medical Group

Infectious Diseases

1012 Lucerne Terrace

Orlando 407-423-1039

Antonio Crespo

Orlando Health Medical Group

Infectious Diseases 1012 Lucerne Terrace

Orlando 407-423-1039

Aixa Curbelo-Irizarry

Orlando Health Medical Group

Infectious Diseases

1920 Don Wickham Dr., Suite 335 Clermont 407-423-1039

Juan Diaz

Infectious Disease Consultants

685 Palm Springs Dr., Suite 2A Altamonte Springs 407-830-5577

Vincent Hsu

AdventHealth Medical Group

Internal Medicine

2501 N. Orange Ave., Suite 235 Orlando 407-303-7270

Kristina Jose

Central Florida Infectious Diseases Group

3000 N. Orange Ave., Suite A Orlando 407-896-9660

Federico Laham

Orlando Health Arnold Palmer Hospital for Children 60 W. Gore St., 2nd Floor Orlando 321-841-7360

Fatma Levent

AdventHealth Medical Group

Pediatric Infectious Diseases

615 E. Princeton St., Suite 401 Orlando 407-821-3691

Carmelo Licitra

Orlando Health Medical Group

Infectious Diseases

521 W. State Road 434, Suite 305

Longwood 407-423-1039

Memorable Moment

I had a 55-year-old patient with a very complex hip issue. For more than three decades, she had to have special shoes made for the large discrepancy in her leg lengths. She had also developed severe hip arthritis that was eating away at her active lifestyle, month by month. Despite all of this, she was never without an amazing smile.

I was the eighth hip specialist she had seen and, even though I knew we could help her, I was concerned about the long recov-

ery she would have to endure. e surgery was far from routine, yet she continued to smile throughout her postoperative work with physical therapy and in the gym. As an orthopedic surgeon, I am not typically “saving lives” like my general surgery and emergency medicine colleagues. However, I ﬁ nd it incredibly rewarding to improve pain and function in my patients’ lives, keeping them active and keeping them smiling.

Harrinarine Madhosingh

Central Florida Infectious Disease Specialists

400 Celebration Place, Suite A120 Kissimmee 407-353-6262

Anibal Maldonado

Infectious Disease Consultants

685 Palm Springs Dr., Suite 2A Altamonte Springs 407-830-5577

Wilfred Onyia

Central Florida Infectious Diseases Group 3000 N. Orange Ave., Suite A Orlando 407-896-9660

Carlos Ruiz

Infectious Disease Consultants

685 Palm Springs Dr., Suite 2A Altamonte Springs 407-830-5577

Edgar Sanchez

Orlando Health Medical Group Infectious Diseases

521 W. State Road 434, Suite 305 Longwood 407-423-1039

Archana Shah

Premier Infectious Disease Care 2100 Aloma Ave., Suite 204 Winter Park 321-422-3660

Jason Sniffen

Infectious Disease Consultants

685 Palm Springs Dr., Suite 2A Altamonte Springs 407-830-5577

Javier Tello

400 Celebration Place Kissimmee 407-353-6262

Alejandro Villegas

Orlando Health Arnold Palmer Hospital for Children 60 W. Gore St., 2nd Floor Orlando 321-841-7360

INFERTILITY

Sharon Jaffe

Center for Reproductive Medicine

1500 S. Orlando Ave. Winter Park 407-740-0909

Randall Loy Center for Reproductive Medicine 1500 S. Orlando Ave. Winter Park 407-740-0909

Sejal Patel

Center for Reproductive Medicine 410 Celebration Place, Suite 205 Celebration 407-740-0909

Mark Trolice

The IVF Center 5901 Brick Ct. Winter Park 407-672-1106

INTERNAL MEDICINE

Michael Akpeke

Delta Internal Medicine Center

220 E. Gore St., Suite 201 Orlando 407-985-1940

Donald Collins 1109 Lucerne Terrace

Orlando 407-843-4251

Tarick Doleh

Central Florida Hospitalist Partners 515 Wekiva Commons Circle Apopka 407-464-9516

George Everett

AdventHealth Medical Group

Internal Medicine 2501 N. Orange Ave., Suite 235 Orlando 407-303-7270

Paramita Ghosh

Orlando Health Physician Associates 17327 Pagonia Rd. Clermont 407-905-6006

Amir Guirguis

AdventHealth Well65+ 2954 Mallory Circle, Suite 200 Kissimmee 689-207-0654

Aparna Hernandez Southwest Internal Medicine Specialists 5979 Vineland Rd., Suite 310 Orlando 407-345-0005

Benjamin Kaplan

Orlando Health Medical Group

Internal and Family Medicine 21 W. Columbia St., Suite 201 Orlando 321-841-6600

Mario Madruga

Orlando Health Medical Group Internal and Family Medicine 21 W. Columbia St., Suite 100

Orlando 321-841-5560

Manoucher Manoucheri

AdventHealth Medical Group Internal Medicine 2501 N. Orange Ave., Suite 235

Orlando 407-303-7270

Victor Mikhael

Central Florida Inpatient Medicine 525 Technology Park, Suite 109 Lake Mary 407-647-2346

April Oxford

Orlando Health Physician Associates 5151 Winter Garden Vineland Rd., Suite 208 Windermere 407-635-3070

Denise Panuccio

Altamonte Medical Group 1200 W. S.R. 434, Suite 112 Longwood 407-869-8747

Joyce Paulson UCF Health 9975 Tavistock Lakes Blvd. Orlando 407-266-3627

John Ryan

Florida Internal Medicine 4106 W. Lake Mary Blvd., Suite 301 Lake Mary 407-333-2503

Pradeep Vangala

Orlando Internal Medicine 1507 S. Hiawassee Rd., Suite 107 Orlando 407-445-9545

MATERNAL AND FETAL MEDICINE

Ahmed Al-Malt

AdventHealth Medical Group

High Risk Pregnancy 755 Rinehart Rd., Suite 100 Lake Mary 407-897-3737

Neeraj Desai

Orlando Health Winnie Palmer

Hospital for Women & Babies Center for Maternal Fetal Medicine 207 W. Gore St., Suite 300 Orlando 321-841-8555

Rachel Humphrey

AdventHealth Medical Group

High Risk Pregnancy 2415 N. Orange Ave., Suite 402 Orlando 407-622-0560

Daniel Kiefer Women’s Care 3438 Lawton Rd., Suite 2A Orlando 407-751-2867

Gregory Locksmith

Orlando Health Winnie Palmer Hospital for Women & Babies Center for Maternal Fetal Medicine 207 W. Gore St., Suite 300 Orlando 321-841-8555

Mark Wehrum

AdventHealth Medical Group

High Risk Pregnancy 2415 N. Orange Ave., Suite 402 Orlando 407-622-0560

NEONATAL PERINATAL MEDICINE

Narendra Dereddy

AdventHealth for Children 601 E. Rollins St. Orlando 407-303-2528

NEPHROLOGY

Elpidio Abreu

Central Florida Kidney Specialists 1552 Boren Dr., Suite 200 Ocoee 407-905-8172

Fawad Ahmed Central Florida Kidney Specialists 1850 Lee Rd., Suite 200 Winter Park 407-636-3138

Abdo Asmar

UCF Health 9975 Tavistock Lakes Blvd. Orlando 407-266-3627

Vasudeva Bommineni Nephrology Associates of Central Florida 685 Palm Springs Dr., Suite 1B Altamonte Springs 407-339-4447

Jeffrey Cohen

Central Florida Kidney Specialists 3885 Oakwater Circle Orlando 407-816-5700

Uday Desai

Nephrology Associates of Central Florida

2501 N. Orange Ave., Suite 537N

Orlando 407-894-4693

Amr El Toukhy

Florida Nephrology

7350 Futures Dr., Bldg A., Suite 1 Orlando 321-214-0028

Mark LaGatta

Nephrology Associates of Central Florida 4100 Metric Dr., Suite 200 Winter Park 407-681-8720

Jorge Larranaga

Central Florida Kidney Specialists 1101 N. Central Ave. Kissimmee 407-933-2210

Viresh Mohanlal

Central Florida Kidney Specialists 3885 Oakwater Circle

Orlando 407-816-5700

Hitesh Patni

Florida Nephrology

7350 Futures Dr., Bldg A., Suite 1 Orlando 321-214-0028

Syed Qadri

Kidney Care Associates 661 E. Altamonte Dr., Suite 213 Altamonte Springs 407-951-5883

Uday Ranjit

Nephrology Associates of Central Florida

2501 N. Orange Ave., Suite 537N Orlando 407-894-4693

Joaquin Rosario Cacho

Central Florida Kidney Specialists 3885 Oakwater Circle Orlando 407-816-5700

NEUROLOGICAL SURGERY

Christopher Baker

Orlando Neurosurgery

265 E. Rollins St., Suite 12000

Orlando 407-975-0200

Memorable Moment

Health Neuroscience Institute

I initially embarked on a career in biotechnology research, delving into the world of genes and molecules, but my true passion is in connecting with people. Transitioning to medicine allowed me to bridge science and humanity, and I eventually found my calling in neurosurgery, specializing in deep brain stimulation (DBS). One patient’s story particularly stands out to me. is individual had endured tremors for a staggering 40 years. He was initially hesitant about DBS; we assured him the decision was entirely his. However, a conversation with an-

other of our DBS patients changed his perspective, and he decided to proceed. e outcome was astonishing. He now lives tremor free. Witnessing such a transformation is the most gratifying part of my job. Having that interaction, being able to turn lives around for patients, and seeing it happen right before my eyes is a profoundly beautiful and rewarding experience. It reinforces the incredible impact that medical science and compassion can have on the human spirit, and it’s a privilege to be a part of that journey.

Dr. Mariel Szapiel NEUROSURGEON

James Baumgartner

AdventHealth Medical Group

Pediatric Neurosurgery 615 E. Princeton St., Suite 101 Orlando 407-236-0006

Marshall Cress

Orlando Health Neuroscience Institute

89 W. Copeland Dr., 2nd Floor Orlando 321-841-7550

Melvin Field

Orlando Neurosurgery

265 E. Rollins St., Suite 12000 Orlando 407-975-0200

Ravi Gandhi

Orlando Neurosurgery

265 E. Rollins St., Suite 12000 Orlando 407-975-0200

Robert Hirschl

Orlando Health Neuroscience Institute

89 W. Copeland Dr., 2nd Floor Orlando 321-841-7550

Glen Manzano

Spine and Brain Neurosurgery Center 7460 Docs Grove Circle Orlando 407-903-9360

Max Medary

Greater Orlando Neurosurgery & Spine 7340 Stonerock Circle Orlando 407-355-0575

Nizam Razack

Spine and Brain Neurosurgery Center 7460 Docs Grove Circle Orlando 407-903-9360

David Rosen

Orlando Neurosurgery

265 E. Rollins St., Suite 12000 Orlando 407-975-0200

Mariel Szapiel

Orlando Health Neuroscience Institute

89 W. Copeland Dr., 2nd Floor Orlando 321-841-7550

Hunaldo Villalobos

Central Florida Neurosurgery Institute 801 N. Orange Ave., Suite 720 Orlando 407-288-8638

Joseph Wehman

Wehman Neurosurgery 2014 S. Orange Ave., Suite 101 Orlando 407-254-0005

NEUROLOGY

Arnaldo Isa

Neurology Associates 301 N. Maitland Ave. Maitland 407-647-5996

Daniel Jacobs

Neurological Services of Orlando 3849 Oakwater Circle Orlando 407-240-1762

Mark Klafter

Neurological Services of Orlando 3849 Oakwater Circle Orlando 407-240-1762

Christian Rosado

Orlando Health Neuroscience Institute 32 W. Gore St. Orlando 321-841-2500

Ahmed Sadek

Orlando Epilepsy Center 2881 Delaney Ave. Orlando 407-704-8510

Holly Skinner

AdventHealth Medical Group Epilepsy 615 E. Princeton St., Suite 540 Orlando 407-303-8127

Arnaldo Velez

Orlando Health Neuroscience Institute 32 W. Gore St., 2nd Floor Orlando 321-841-3500

OBSTETRICS AND GYNECOLOGY

Amanpreet Bhullar

Orlando Health Winnie Palmer Hospital for Women & Babies

83 W. Miller St. Orlando 321-843-2584

Bruce Breit Women’s Care

Winter Park OB/GYN 100 N. Edinburgh Dr., Suite 200 Winter Park 407-645-5565

Theresa Carducci Women’s Care

OB & GYN Specialists 1551 Clay St. Winter Park 407-644-5371

Cherise Chambers

Women’s Care

Delaney Park OB-GYN 1116 Lucerne Terrace Orlando 407-316-8550

Mark Crider

AdventHealth Medical Group OB GYN

235 E. Princeton St., Suite 200 Orlando 407-303-1444

Steven Dukes Women’s Care

Winter Park OB/GYN

100 N. Edinburgh Dr., Suite 200 Winter Park 407-645-5565

Christine Greves

Orlando Health Winnie Palmer Hospital for Women & Babies Center for Obstetrics & Gynecology 21 W. Columbia St., Suite 100 Orlando 321-841-5560

D. Ashley Hill

AdventHealth Medical Group OB GYN 235 E. Princeton St., Suite 200 Orlando 407-303-1444

Marnique Jones Women’s Care

OB & GYN Specialists 7200 Stonerock Circle Orlando 407-644-5371

Mary Langenstroer

The Center for Living Well 1530 Celebration Blvd., Suite 200 Celebration 407-934-4100

Steven McCarus

AdventHealth Medical Group GYN Surgery 2005 Mizell Ave., Suite 2100 Winter Park 407-303-4190

April Merritt Women’s Care

Delaney Park OB-GYN 1116 Lucerne Terrace Orlando 407-316-8550

Melissa Moore Women’s Care

Winter Park OB/GYN 100 N. Edinburgh Dr., Suite 200 Winter Park 407-645-5565

Terrence Peppy

Orlando Health Physician Associates 7243 Della Dr., Suite H Orlando 407-381-7336

Lakrystal Warren

Contemporary Women’s Care

1900 Howell Branch Rd. Winter Park 407-478-6249

ONCOLOGY

Adnan Akhtar

AdventHealth Medical Group Hematology & Oncology

400 Celebration Pl., Suite A270 Celebration 407-303-4078

Carlos Alemany

AdventHealth Medical Group Oncology & Hematology 2501 N. Orange Ave., Suite 689 Orlando 407-303-2024

Susan Constantino

Orlando Health Cancer Institute 210 Rinehart Rd. Lake Mary 321-843-2100

Maria Regina Flores

Florida Cancer Specialists & Research Institute 70 W. Gore St., Suite 100 Orlando 407-426-8484

Sarah George

AdventHealth Medical Group Oncology & Hematology 7975 Lake Underhill Rd., Suite 220B Orlando 407-303-6772

William Grow

Florida Cancer Specialists & Research Institute

460 N. Orlando Ave., Suite 200 Winter Park 407-898-5452

Vinicio Hernandez

Sand Lake Cancer Center 7301 Stonerock Circle Orlando 407-351-1002

Muhammad Imam

Florida Cancer Specialists & Research Institute

460 N. Orlando Ave., Suite 200 Winter Park 407-898-5452

Omar Kayaleh

Orlando Health Cancer Institute 1400 S. Orange Ave., 2nd Floor Orlando 321-841-7218

Gopal Kunta

Clermont Oncology Center 2737 Citrus Tower Blvd. Clermont 352-242-1366

Tarek Mekhail

AdventHealth Medical Group Oncology & Hematology 2501 N. Orange Ave., Suite 689 Orlando 407-303-2024

Regan Rostorfer

Orlando Health Cancer Institute 9900 W. Colonial Dr. Ocoee 321-841-5169

Sajeve Thomas

Orlando Health Cancer Institute 1400 S. Orange Ave., 2nd Floor Orlando 321-841-7218

Jennifer Tseng

Orlando Health Cancer Institute 22 W. Underwood St., 4th Floor Orlando 407-648-5384

OPHTHALMOLOGY

David Auerbach

Eye Physicians of Central Florida 790 Concourse Parkway S., Suite 200 Maitland 407-767-6411

Andrew Aziz

Affiliated Eye Specialists 331 N. Maitland Ave., Suite B2 Maitland 407-740-0331

Louis Blumenfeld

Eye Physicians of Central Florida 790 Concourse Parkway S., Suite 200 Maitland 407-767-6411

Matthew Cunningham

Florida Retina Institute 1025 Primera Blvd. Lake Mary 407-333-1570

Eric Feinstein

Central Florida Retina 3824 Oakwater Circle Orlando 800-255-7188

Robert Gold

Eye Physicians of Central Florida 790 Concourse Parkway S., Suite 200 Maitland 407-767-6411

Brian Haas Boutique Eye Orlando 415 Briercliff Dr. Orlando 407-841-1490

Jamie Ikeda Nemours Clinic, Downtown Orlando 1717 S. Orange Ave. Orlando 407-650-7715

Gokul Kumar

Central Florida Retina 3824 Oakwater Circle Orlando 800-255-7188

Jaya Kumar

Florida Retina Institute 1025 Primera Blvd. Lake Mary 407-333-1570

Rebecca Kurzon

Winter Park Ophthalmology 200 Benmore Dr. Winter Park 407-637-2033

Miguel Lugo 661 E. Altamonte Dr., Suite 223 Altamonte Springs 407-260-2255

Elias Mavrofrides

Florida Retina Institute 1025 Primera Blvd. Lake Mary 407-333-1570

Myhanh Nguyen

Florida Eye Clinic 7975 Lake Underhill Rd., Suite 140 Orlando 407-281-0866

Keshini Parbhu Remagin 4750 The Grove Dr., Suite 230 Windermere 407-704-3937

Margaret Poulos

Ramirez & Poulos

324 E. Par St., Suite 200 Orlando 407-843-2020

Deepak Raja Remagin 4750 The Grove Dr., Suite 230 Windermere 407-704-3937

Michael Shumski Magruder Laser Vision 120 E. Par St., Suite 2000 Orlando 407-843-5665

Jerry Shuster

Eye Physicians of Central Florida 790 Concourse Parkway S., Suite 200 Maitland 407-767-6411

Samantha Xavier Florida Eye Clinic 160 Boston Ave. Altamonte Springs 407-834-7776

ORTHOPEDIC SURGERY

Charles Heard Jr. Baker, Heard, Osteen & Davenport 345 W. Michigan St., Suite 114 Orlando 407-843-9083

G. Russell Huffman Rothman Orthopaedic Institute Innovation Tower 265 E. Rollins St., Suite 11100 Orlando 844-407-4070

Craig Mintzer

Orlando Health Jewett Orthopedic Institute 1285 Orange Ave. Winter Park 407-629-2444

Daryl Osbahr Rothman Orthopaedic Institute Innovation Tower 265 E. Rollins St., Suite 11100 Orlando 844-407-4070

Jeffrey Petrie

Rothman Orthopaedic Institute Innovation Tower 265 E. Rollins St., Suite 11100 Orlando 844-407-4070

ORTHOPEDICS

Obinna Adigweme Rothman Orthopaedic Institute 410 Lionel Way, Suite 201 Davenport 844-407-4070

Frank Avilucea

Orlando Health Jewett Orthopedic Institute

60 Columbia St., Suite 400 Orlando 321-843-5851

Dean Cole

Orlando Health Jewett Orthopedic Institute 60 Columbia St. Orlando 321-843-5851

George Haidukewych

Orlando Health Jewett Orthopedic Institute 60 Columbia St., Suite 400 Orlando 321 843-5851

Michael Hawks

Rothman Orthopaedic Institute 7975 Lake Underhill Rd., Suite 330 Orlando 844-407-4070

Brad Homan

Celebration Orthopaedic & Sports Medicine Institute 2954 Mallory Circle, Suite 101 Celebration 321-939-0222

Joshua Langford

Orlando Health Jewett Orthopedic Institute

60 Columbia St., Suite 400 Orlando 321-843-5851

Mark Munro

Orlando Health Jewett Orthopedic Institute

60 Columbia St., Suite 400 Orlando 321-843-5851

Bryan Reuss

Orlando Orthopaedic Center Sports Medicine

25 W. Crystal Lake St., Suite 200 Orlando 407-254-2500

OTOLARYNGOLOGY/ EAR, NOSE, THROAT

Jeffrey Baylor

The Ear, Nose, Throat & Plastic Surgery Associates

133 Benmore Dr., Suite 100 Winter Park 407-644-4883

Michael Bibliowicz

Orlando Ear, Nose & Throat Associates 5830 Lake Underhill Rd. Orlando 407-658-0228

Nick Debnath

Florida Otolaryngology Group

7251 University Blvd., Suite 300 Winter Park 407-677-0099

Bruce Haughey

AdventHealth Medical Group

Otolaryngology and Head & Neck Surgery

410 Celebration Pl., Suite 305 Celebration 407-303-4120

Jeffrey Lehman

The Ear, Nose, Throat & Plastic Surgery Associates

133 Benmore Dr., Suite 100 Winter Park 407-644-4883

Aftab Patni

The Ear, Nose, Throat & Plastic Surgery Associates

133 Benmore Dr., Suite 100 Winter Park 407-644-4883

Kavita Pattani

Orlando Health Cancer Institute

22 W. Underwood St., 4th Floor Orlando 407-648-5384

David Rabaja

Orlando Ear, Nose & Throat Associates 5830 Lake Underhill Rd. Orlando 407-658-0228

Michael Seidman

AdventHealth Medical Group

Otolaryngology and Head & Neck Surgery

410 Celebration Pl., Suite 100 Celebration 321-939-3000

Devang Shah

Atlantic Ear, Nose & Throat 1301 S. International Pkwy., Suite 2011 Lake Mary 407-774-9880

Brian Spector

The Ear, Nose, Throat & Plastic Surgery Associates 44 W. Michigan St. Orlando 407-644-4883

Kiran Tipirneni

The Ear, Nose, Throat & Plastic Surgery Associates

133 Benmore Dr., Suite 100 Winter Park 407-644-4883

Rafael Toro-Serra

Orlando Health Cancer Institute

22 W. Underwood St., 4th Floor

Orlando 407-648-5384

Hao Tran

The Ear, Nose, Throat & Plastic

Surgery Associates

133 Benmore Dr., Suite 100 Winter Park 407-644-4883

PAIN MANAGEMENT

Evans Amune

Center for Pain Management 2100 Aloma Ave., Suite 100 Winter Park 407-478-0007

Jenny Chang Center for Pain Management 2100 Aloma Ave., Suite 100 Winter Park 407-478-0007

Shehzad Choudry

Orlando Health Neuroscience Institute 89 W. Copeland Dr., 2nd Floor Orlando 321-841-1570

Julio Paez

South Lake Pain Institute 2440 Hooks St. Clermont 352-394-0833

Julie Saranita

South Lake Pain Institute 2440 Hooks St. Clermont 352-394-0833

PATHOLOGY

Rachel Eisenberg

Pathology Specialists 84 W. Jersey St. Orlando 407-422-1377

Julia Hegert Pathology Specialists 92 W. Miller St. Orlando 321-843-1327

Shuan Li Pathology Specialists 84 W. Jersey St., Suite 1 Orlando 407-422-1377

PEDIATRIC ADOLESCENT GYNECOLOGY

Lonna Gordon Nemours Clinic, Downtown Orlando 1717 S. Orange Ave. Orlando 407-650-7715

PEDIATRIC ANESTHESIOLOGY

Christopher Lancaster

U.S. Anesthesia Partners 851 Trafalgar Ct., Suite 200 E Maitland 407-667-0444

Michael Marzouk Orlando Health Arnold Palmer Hospital for Children 92 W. Miller St. Orlando 321-841-4607

Matthew Newbern U.S. Anesthesia Partners 851 Trafalgar Ct., Suite 200 E Maitland 407-667-0444

Lisgelia Santana-Rojas Nemours Children’s Hospital 6535 Nemours Pkwy. Orlando 407-650-7715

Kenneth Spalding U.S. Anesthesia Partners 851 Trafalgar Ct., Suite 200 E Maitland 407-667-0444

J. Michael Sroka

Orlando Health Arnold Palmer Hospital for Children 92 W. Miller St. Orlando 321-841-4607

Judit Szolnoki Nemours Children’s Hospital 6535 Nemours Pkwy Orlando 407-650-7715

Mario Zelaya

Orlando Health Pediatric

Anesthesia Consultants 92 W. Miller St. Orlando 321-841-4607

PEDIATRIC CARDIAC SURGERY

Farshad Anvari

AdventHealth Medical Group

Pediatric and Adult Congenital Heart Surgery 2501 N. Orange Ave., Suite 442 Orlando 407-303-3692

William DeCampli

Orlando Health Arnold Palmer Hospital for Children

The Heart Center 92 W. Miller St. Orlando 407-649-6907

Tain-Yen Hsia

Orlando Health Arnold Palmer Hospital for Children

The Heart Center 92 W. Miller St. Orlando 407-649-6907

Jennifer Nelson Nemours Children’s Health 6535 Nemours Pkwy Orlando 407-650-7715

Peter Wearden

Nemours Children’s Hospital 6535 Nemours Pkwy. Orlando 407-650-7715

PEDIATRIC CARDIOLOGY

Zahid Amin

AdventHealth Medical Group

Pediatric and Adult Congenital Cardiology 2501 N. Orange Ave., Suite 310 Orlando 407-303-2001

Gul Dadlani

Nemours Children’s Hospital 6535 Nemours Pkwy. Orlando 407-650-7715

Craig Fleishman

Orlando Health Arnold Palmer Hospital for Children

The Heart Center 1222 S. Orange Ave., 2nd Floor Orlando 407-649-6907

Jorge Garcia

AdventHealth Medical Group

Pediatric and Adult Congenital

Cardiology

2501 N. Orange Ave., Suite 310

Orlando 407-303-2001

Kelvin Lee

AdventHealth Medical Group

Pediatric and Adult Congenital

Cardiology

2501 N. Orange Ave., Suite 310

Orlando 407-303-2001

Rodrigo Nehgme

Orlando Health Arnold Palmer Hospital for Children

The Heart Center 1222 S. Orange Ave., 2nd Floor

Orlando 407-649-6907

David Nykanen

Orlando Health Arnold Palmer Hospital for Children

The Heart Center

1222 S. Orange Ave., 2nd Floor

Orlando 407-649-6907

Elise Riddle

Orlando Health Arnold Palmer

Hospital for Children

The Heart Center 1222 S. Orange Ave., 2nd Floor

Orlando 407-649-6907

Gerson Valencia Villeda

Orlando Health Arnold Palmer Hospital for Children

The Heart Center 1222 S. Orange Ave., 2nd Floor

Orlando 407-649-6907

Matthew Zussman

AdventHealth Medical Group

Pediatric and Adult Congenital Cardiology

2501 N. Orange Ave., Suite 310

Orlando 407-303-2001

PEDIATRIC CARDIOVASCULAR ANESTHESIA

Karen Bender

Nemours Children’s Hospital 6535 Nemours Pkwy

Orlando 407-650-7715

Memorable Moment

Dr. John F. Lovejoy

PEDIATRIC ORTHOPEDIC SURGEON

Chair of Orthopedics and Sports Medicine, Nemours Children’s Hospital

One of my most memorable moments was treating a young girl with a spinal deformity that caused severe complications, including a collapsed lung. As a result, she retreated into herself; she stopped talking and interacting with those around her. We developed an extensive treatment plan that included halo traction and eventually spinal surgery. She navigated bravely through physical, occupational and speech therapies with strong family support. e treatment completely transformed her. Afterward, I vividly remember her family com-

ing to me almost in tears. ey were overjoyed because she was talking, breathing, eating, and interacting like any other child her age.

I often tell my patients and families that surgery is a small part of their treatment; the postoperative work they do will be the most challenging and impactful. In orthopedics, our medical interventions are short and immediate. It’s most inspiring to watch my patients take recovery into their own hands and overcome emotional, social, and physical challenges to get back to living their lives to the fullest.

Kevin De la Roza

Orlando Health Arnold Palmer

Hospital for Children

The Heart Center 92 W. Miller St. Orlando 407-649-6907

Donald Felix

Orlando Health Arnold Palmer Hospital for Children

The Heart Center 92 W. Miller St. Orlando 407-649-6907

Hamish Munro

Orlando Health Arnold Palmer Hospital for Children

The Heart Center 92 W. Miller St. Orlando 407-649-6907

PEDIATRIC CRITICAL CARE

Jonathan Chan

AdventHealth for Children

601 E. Rollins St. Orlando 407-975-0410

Kimberly Fenton

AdventHealth for Children

601 E. Rollins St. Orlando 407-975-0410

Aaron Godshall

AdventHealth for Children 601 E. Rollins St. Orlando 407-975-0410

Chad MacKman

AdventHealth for Children 601 E. Rollins St. Orlando 407-975-0410

Ramin Nazari

AdventHealth for Children 601 E. Rollins St. Orlando 407-975-0410

William Patten

Orlando Health Arnold Palmer Hospital for Children 92 W. Miller St. Orlando 407-649-6838

Lawrence Spack

Orlando Health Arnold Palmer Hospital for Children 92 W. Miller St. Orlando 407-649-6838

PEDIATRIC DERMATOLOGY

Monique Kumar

AdventHealth Medical Group Pediatric Dermatology 615 E. Princeton St., Suite 416 Orlando 407-303-1687

Tace Rico

AdventHealth Medical Group Pediatric Dermatology 615 E. Princeton St., Suite 416 Orlando 407-303-1687

PEDIATRIC DEVELOPMENTAL & BEHAVIORAL

Maria Sandra Cely

Developmental Behavioral Pediatrics of Central Florida 668 N. Orlando Ave., Suite 206 Maitland 407-765-5437

Emily Forrest

AdventHealth Medical Group

Developmental Pediatrics 615 E. Princeton St., Suite 300

Orlando 407-898-6005

Brian Harris

Orlando Health Arnold Palmer

Hospital for Children Behavioral & Developmental Center

100 W. Gore St., Suite 405 Orlando 321-841-9340

Lisa Spector

Nemours Children’s Hospital 6535 Nemours Pkwy Orlando 407-650-7715

PEDIATRIC EMERGENCY MEDICINE

Amit Patel

Nemours Children’s Hospital 6535 Nemours Pkwy Orlando 407-650-7715

Jose Ramirez

Orlando Health Arnold Palmer Hospital for Children 1414 S. Orange Ave. Orlando 321-841-5111

Thomas Ruffin

Emergency Physicians of Central Florida 11325 Lake Underhill Rd. Orlando 407-398-6702

Efren Salinero

Orlando Health Arnold Palmer Hospital for Children 1414 S. Orange Ave. Orlando 321-841-5111

PEDIATRIC ENDOCRINOLOGY

Richard Banks

Orlando Health Arnold Palmer Hospital for Children 60 W. Gore St., 2nd Floor Orlando 321-841-3303

Mauri Carakushansky Nemours Children’s Hospital 6535 Nemours Pkwy Orlando 407-650-7715

Paul Desrosiers

Orlando Health Arnold Palmer Hospital for Children Endocrinology and Diabetes Center 60 W. Gore St., 2nd Floor Orlando 321-841-3303

Shilpa Gurnurkar

Nemours Clinic, Downtown Orlando 1717 S. Orange Ave. Orlando 407-650-7715

Penelope Pauley

The Endocrine Co. 1711 Amazing Way, Suite 211 Ocoee 407-537-7066

Konda Reddy

AdventHealth Medical Group Pediatric Diabetes & Endocrinology 1801 Lee Rd., Suite 170 Winter Park 407-896-2901

Jennifer Villar

Orlando Health Arnold Palmer Hospital for Children Endocrinology and Diabetes Center

60 W. Gore St., 2nd Floor Orlando 321-841-3303

Joshua Yang

Orlando Health Arnold Palmer

Hospital for Children

Endocrinology and Diabetes Center

60 W. Gore St., 2nd Floor

Orlando 321-841-3303

PEDIATRIC GASTROENTEROLOGY

Sangeeta Bhargava

Pediatric Gastroenterology of Central Florida

615 E. Princeton St., Suite 510 Orlando 407-898-1210

Khaled Bittar

Orlando Health Arnold Palmer Hospital for Children Center for Digestive Health and Nutrition

60 W. Gore St. Orlando 321-841-3338

Jeffrey Bornstein

Orlando Health Arnold Palmer Hospital for Children Center for Digestive Health and Nutrition

60 W. Gore St. Orlando 321-841-3338

Justin De Boer

Orlando Health Arnold Palmer Hospital for Children Center for Digestive Health and Nutrition

60 W. Gore St Orlando 321-841-3338

James Franciosi

Nemours Children’s Hospital 6535 Nemours Pkwy. Orlando 407-650-7715

Sridhar Goli

AdventHealth Medical Group Pediatric Gastroenterology 615 E. Princeton St., Suite 225 Orlando 407-303-9926

Regino Gonzalez-Peralta

AdventHealth Medical Group Pediatric Gastroenterology 615 E. Princeton St., Suite 225 Orlando 407-303-9926

Lina Hernandez

AdventHealth Medical Group

Pediatric Gastroenterology

615 E. Princeton St., Suite 225

Orlando 407-303-9926

Sanjay Khubchandani

Florida Childrens’ Center for Gastroenterology 6735 Conroy Rd., Suite 226

Orlando 407-438-3557

Devendra Mehta

Orlando Health Arnold Palmer Hospital for Children Center for Digestive Health and Nutrition

60 W. Gore St. Orlando 321-841-3338

Shaista Safder

Orlando Health Arnold Palmer Hospital for Children Center for Digestive Health and Nutrition

60 W. Gore St. Orlando 321-841-3338

Yamen Smadi

Orlando Health Arnold Palmer Hospital for Children Center for Digestive Health and Nutrition

60 W. Gore St. Orlando 321-841-3338

PEDIATRIC HEMATOLOGY & ONCOLOGY

Ana Aguilar-Bonilla

Orlando Health Arnold Palmer Hospital for Children

Haley Center for Children’s Cancer and Blood Disorders

92 W. Miller St., 2nd Floor

Orlando 321-841-8588

Dennis Borrero Ramos

AdventHealth Medical Group

Pediatric Oncology and Hematology 2501 N. Orange Ave., Suite 589

Orlando 407-303-2080

Dorothea Douglas-Lindsay Nemours Clinic, Downtown Orlando 1717 S. Orange Ave.

Orlando 407-650-7715

Memorable Moment

Dr. James Mayo

PLASTIC AND RECONSTRUCTIVE SURGEON

AdventHealth Medical Group

A patient came to us after a previous reconstruction surgery that had failed. She had already gone through years of diagnosis, mastectomy, chemotherapy, radiation, and reconstruction. So, while she was grateful to have survived breast cancer, it had been a long time since she felt like herself. It’s our priority, through continuous training, to make the most current procedures available to our patients, and I was pleased to be able to apply the right techniques to achieve the

outcome she desired. Most importantly, our uniquely comprehensive team of surgeons, advanced practice providers, nurses, physical therapists, and counselors took her under their wings, motivating and supporting her recovery with empathy and helping her get back to the life she missed. Feeling whole is about more than being physically restored. Our ultimate goal was to get her on an upward trajectory toward true healing in body, mind, and spirit.

Fouad Hajjar

AdventHealth Medical Group

Pediatric Oncology and Hematology

2501 N. Orange Ave., Suite 589

Orlando 407-303-2080

Matthew Henderson

AdventHealth Medical Group

Pediatric Oncology and Hematology 2501 N. Orange Ave., Suite 589 Orlando 407-303-2080

Susan Kelly

AdventHealth Medical Group

Pediatric Stem Cell Transplant and Cellular Therapy 2501 N. Orange Ave., Suite 581 Orlando 407-303-1300

Amy Smith

Orlando Health Arnold Palmer Hospital for Children

Haley Center for Children’s Cancer and Blood Disorders

92 W. Miller St., 2nd Floor Orlando 321-841-8588

Avery Wright

Orlando Health Arnold Palmer Hospital for Children

Haley Center for Children’s Cancer and Blood Disorders

92 W. Miller St., 2nd Floor Orlando 321-841-8588

PEDIATRIC HOSPITAL MEDICINE

Samantha Carroll

AdventHealth for Children

601 E. Rollins St. Orlando 407-975-0412

Jean Moorjani

Orlando Health Arnold Palmer Hospital for Children

92 W. Miller St. Orlando 321-841-5530

Ira Pinnelas

Pediatric Hospitalist Service

92 W. Miller St., Mail Pt. 356 Orlando 321-841-6993

Rachel Prete

Orlando Health Arnold Palmer Hospital for Children

92 W Miller St. Orlando 407-649-9111

Matthew Seibel

Pediatric Hospitalist Service

92 W. Miller St., Mail Pt. 356

Orlando 321-841-6993

David Skey

Orlando Health Arnold Palmer

Hospital for Children

92 W. Miller St. Orlando 321-841-5530

David Sunnenberg

Pediatric Hospitalist Service

92 W. Miller St., Mail Pt. 356 Orlando 321-841-6993

PEDIATRIC NEPHROLOGY

Carlos Araya Nemours Children’s Hospital 6535 Nemours Pkwy. Orlando 407-650-7715

Jeffery Johnson

Orlando Health Arnold Palmer Hospital for Children

92 W. Miller St., 8th Floor Orlando 321-841-7970

Deogracias Pena

AdventHealth Medical Group

Pediatric Nephrology 615 E. Princeton St., Suite 401

Orlando 407-303-9194

Jorge Ramirez

Orlando Health Arnold Palmer

Hospital for Children

Hewell Kids’ Kidney Center 92 W. Miller St., 8th Floor

Orlando 321-841-7970

PEDIATRIC NEUROLOGY

Luis Bello-Espinosa

Orlando Health Arnold Palmer

Hospital for Children 6150 MetroWest Blvd., Suite 105

Orlando 321-842-6671

Ronald Davis

Pediatrix Neurology and Epilepsy of Florida 1245 W. Fairbanks Ave., Suite 305

Winter Park 407-293-1122

Jasna Kojic

Child Neurology Center of Orlando 6000 Turkey Lake Rd., Suite 205

Orlando 407-649-1848

Murtuza Kothawala

Orlando Health Arnold Palmer

Hospital for Children 92 W. Miller St.

Orlando 321-842-6671

Ki Hyeong Lee

AdventHealth Medical Group

Epilepsy 615 E. Princeton St., Suite 540

Orlando 407-303-8127

Vikram Prakash

Orlando Health Arnold Palmer

Hospital for Children

100 W. Gore St., Suite 600 Orlando 321-842-6671

Joo Hee Seo

AdventHealth Medical Group

Epilepsy 615 E. Princeton St., Suite 540 Orlando 407-303-8127

PEDIATRIC ORTHOPEDICS

Katerina Backus

AdventHealth Medical Group

Pediatric Orthopedic Surgery 2501 N. Orange Ave., Suite 514 Orlando 407-303-5687

Margaret Baldwin

Nemours Children’s Hospital 6535 Nemours Pkwy. Orlando 407-650-7715

Jason Malone

Nemours Children’s Hospital 6535 Nemours Pkwy. Orlando 407-650-7715

PEDIATRIC

ORTHOPEDICS/ ORTHOPEDIC SURGERY

Mark Birnbaum

Orlando Health Arnold Palmer

Hospital for Children 1222 S. Orange Ave., 5th Floor

Orlando 321-841-3040

Ernesto Hernandez

AdventHealth Medical Group

Pediatric Orthopedic Surgery 2501 N. Orange Ave., Suite 514

Orlando 407-303-5687

Jose Herrera-Soto

Orlando Health Arnold Palmer Hospital for Children 1222 S. Orange Ave., 5th Floor Orlando 321-841-3040

Sean Keyes

AdventHealth Medical Group

Pediatric Orthopedic Surgery 2501 N. Orange Ave., Suite 514 Orlando 407-303-5687

John Lovejoy III

Nemours Children’s Hospital 6535 Nemours Pkwy. Orlando 407-650-7715

Raymund Woo

AdventHealth Medical Group

Pediatric Orthopedic Surgery 2501 N. Orange Ave., Suite 514 Orlando 407-303-5687

PEDIATRIC OTOLARYNGOLOGY

Sergio Cervantes

Nemours Children’s Hospital 6535 Nemours Pkwy. Orlando 407-650-7715

Cheryl Cotter

Pediatrix ENT of Orlando 1507 S. Hiawassee Rd., Suite 103 Orlando 407-253-1000

Joshua Gottschall

Pediatrix ENT of Orlando 1507 S. Hiawassee Rd., Suite 103 Orlando 407-253-1000

Eric Jaryszak

Pediatrix ENT of Orlando

790 Concourse Parkway S., Suite 110 Maitland 407-253-1000

James Kosko Jr.

Pediatrix ENT of Orlando 1507 S. Hiawassee Rd., Suite 103 Orlando 407-253-1000

Cedric Pritchett

Nemours Children’s Hospital 6535 Nemours Pkwy. Orlando 407-650-7715

PEDIATRIC PULMONOLOGY

Akinyemi Ajayi

Children’s Lung, Asthma and Sleep Specialists

2660 W. Fairbanks Ave. Winter Park 407-898-2767

Luis Faverio

Orlando Health Arnold Palmer Hospital for Children 60 W. Gore St. Orlando 321-841-6350

Daniel Garcia

Orlando Health Arnold Palmer Hospital for Children

60 W. Gore St. Orlando 321-841-6350

Kevin Kuriakose

Children’s Lung, Asthma and Sleep Specialists

2660 W. Fairbanks Ave. Winter Park 407-898-2767

Floyd Livingston Jr.

Nemours Children’s Hospital 6535 Nemours Pkwy. Orlando 407-650-7715

Aledie Navas-Nazario

Nemours Children’s Hospital 6535 Nemours Pkwy. Orlando 407-650-7715

Carlos Sabogal

Orlando Health Arnold Palmer Hospital for Children Pulmonary and Sleep Medicine 60 W. Gore St. Orlando 321-841-6350

Maggie Sifain

Children’s Lung, Asthma and Sleep Specialists 2660 W. Fairbanks Ave. Winter Park 407-898-2767

Mark Weatherly

Orlando Health Arnold Palmer Hospital for Children Pulmonary and Sleep Medicine 60 W. Gore St. Orlando 321-841-6350

PEDIATRIC SURGERY

Christopher Anderson

AdventHealth Medical Group

Pediatric Surgery

2501 N. Orange Ave., Suite 200

Orlando 407-303-7280

Aleksander Bernshteyn

AdventHealth Medical Group

Pediatric Surgery

2501 N. Orange Ave., Suite 200 Orlando 407-303-7280

Brenna Fullerton

Orlando Health Arnold Palmer

Hospital for Children 1720 S Orange Ave., Suite 500 Orlando 407-540-1000

Marc Levy

Orlando Health Arnold Palmer Hospital for Children 1720 S. Orange Ave., Suite 500 Orlando 407-540-1000

Donald Plumley

Orlando Health Arnold Palmer

Hospital for Children 1720 S. Orange Ave., Suite 500 Orlando 407-540-1000

W. Raleigh Thompson

AdventHealth Medical Group

Pediatric Surgery 2501 N. Orange Ave., Suite 200

Orlando 407-303-7280

PEDIATRIC UROLOGY

Diana Cardona-Grau

Orlando Health Arnold Palmer Hospital for Children Urology Center 1725 Cook Ave. Orlando 321-843-9017

Pamela Ellsworth Nemours Children’s Hospital 6535 Nemours Pkwy. Orlando 407-650-7715

Pablo Gomez

AdventHealth Medical Group

Pediatric Urology 615 E. Princeton St., Suite 310 Orlando 407-303-5781

Michael Keating

AdventHealth Medical Group

Pediatric Urology 615 E. Princeton St., Suite 310

Orlando 407-303-5781

Mark Rich

Orlando Health Arnold Palmer

Hospital for Children Urology Center 1725 Cook Ave. Orlando 321-843-9017

Hubert Swana

Orlando Health Arnold Palmer Hospital for Children 1725 Cook Ave. Orlando 321-843-9017

PEDIATRICS - GENERAL

Lorena Acosta Middleton Pediatrics 200 E. Marks St. Orlando 407-284-6460

Brooke Britton

Orlando Health Physician Associates 2920 Maguire Rd. Ocoee 407-654-6506

Robert Chong AdventHealth Medical Group Pediatrics 716 Vassar St. Orlando 407-423-8443

Gregory Coffman Orlando Health Physician Associates 414 N. Mills Ave. Orlando 407-841-7290

Mark DiDea Orlando Health Physician Associates 414 N. Mills Ave. Orlando 407-841-7290

Miles Landis

AdventHealth Medical Group Pediatrics 410 Waymont Ct. Lake Mary 407-323-3550

Stacy McConkey

AdventHealth Medical Group Pediatric & Adolescent Medicine 615 E. Princeton St., Suite 104 Orlando 407-656-0042

Michael Middleton Middleton Pediatrics 200 E. Marks St. Orlando 407-284-6460

Revati Narahari Primary Care Pediatrics 1507 S. Hiawassee Rd., Suite 105 Orlando 407-641-1344

Michelle Norden AdventHealth Medical Group Pediatrics 716 Vassar St. Orlando 407-423-8443

Pamela Ponce Orlando Health Physician Associates 17000 Porter Rd., Suite 208 Winter Garden 407-635-3013

Jennifer Thielhelm Orlando Health Physician Associates 800 N. Maitland Ave., Suite 102 Maitland 407-660-7000

Steven Von Edwins Middleton Pediatrics 200 E. Marks St. Orlando 407-284-6460

PHYSICAL MEDICINE & REHABILITATION

Nicholas Bagnoli 2501 N. Orange Ave., Suite 505 Orlando 407-898-2924

Michael Creamer Central Florida Pain Relief Centers 100 W. Gore St., Suite 500 Orlando 407-649-8707

Mitchell Freed 2501 N. Orange Ave., Suite 505 Orlando 407-898-2924

Dana Kuriakose 200 N. Lakemont Ave. Winter Park 407-587-8700

Barinder Mahal

Orlando Health Neuroscience Institute 32 W. Gore St., 5th Floor Orlando 407-649-6151

PLASTIC & RECONSTRUCTIVE SURGERY

Arthur DeBaise

DeBaise Center for Plastic Surgery

320 Edinburgh Dr. Winter Park 407-539-3455

Richard Klein

AdventHealth Medical Group Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery

265 E. Rollins St., Suite 5300 Orlando 407-821-3555

Kenneth Lee

Orlando Health Aesthetic and Reconstructive Surgery Institute 125 W. Copeland Dr. Orlando 321-841-7090

James Mayo

AdventHealth Medical Group Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery

265 E. Rollins St., Suite 5300 Orlando 407-821-3555

George Pope

Pope Plastic Surgery 2629 Edgewater Dr. Orlando 407-214-3794

Stephenie Poris

Poris Plastic Surgery 324 E. Par St., Suite 100 Orlando 407-558-1616

Raj Sawh-Martinez

RSM Craniofacial & Aesthetic Plastic Surgery 2629 Edgewater Dr. Orlando 407-632-1010

PODIATRY

Gerald Bornstein

Rothman Orthopaedic Institute 7975 Lake Underhill Rd., Suite 330 Orlando 844-407-4070

Gary Chessman

Florida Foot & Ankle Group 7560 Red Bug Lake Rd., Suite 2024 Oviedo 407-679-7444

Joseph Funk

Orlando Orthopaedic Center 25 W. Crystal Lake St., Suite 200 Orlando 407-254-4054

Lori Grant

Orlando Health Physician Associates 800 N. Maitland Ave. Maitland 407-878-4720

Christopher Mason Foot & Ankle Specialists of Orlando 4106 W. Lake Mary Blvd., Suite 125 Lake Mary 407-734-3837

Duane McRorie

Celebration Foot & Ankle Institute 410 Celebration Place, Suite 206 Celebration 321-939-2001

Anthony Saranita

Upperline Health 1381 Citrus Tower Blvd., Suite 103 Clermont 352-703-0665

Larissa Schmidt

Celebration Foot & Ankle Institute 410 Celebration Place, Suite 206 Celebration 321-939-2001

Amber Shane

Upperline Health 250 N. Alafaya Trail, Suite 115 Orlando 407-604-1594

Caroline Smith

Family Podiatry of Central Florida 1800 N. Mills Ave. Orlando 321-397-2699

PSYCHIATRY

Luis Allen Mindcare Solutions 425 W. Colonial Dr., Suite 302 Orlando 866-248-5828

Jose Mendez

Central Florida Behavioral Hospital 6601 Central Florida Pkwy. Orlando 407-370-0111

PULMONOLOGY

Fortune Alabi

Florida Lung, Asthma and Sleep Specialists

3480 Polynesian Isles Blvd. Kissimmee 877-352-5864

Sigfredo Aldarondo

AdventHealth Medical Group Pulmonology 1110 N. Kentucky Ave. Winter Park 407-539-2766

Francisco Calimano

Central Florida Pulmonary Group 1115 E. Ridgewood St. Orlando 407-841-1100

Parimalkumar Chaudhari

Orlando Health Medical Group Lung and Sleep Medicine 392 Rinehart Rd., Suite 3040 Lake Mary 321-841-7856

Daniel Haim

Central Florida Pulmonary Group 1115 E. Ridgewood St. Orlando 407-841-1100

Maximo Lama

Florida Lung, Asthma and Sleep Specialists

3480 Polynesian Isles Blvd. Kissimmee 877-352-5864

Daniel Layish

Central Florida Pulmonary Group 1115 E. Ridgewood St. Orlando 407-841-1100

Antonio Rodriguez

Orlando Health Medical Group Lung and Sleep Medicine 515 W. State Road 434, Suite 203 Longwood 407-265-7775

Irtza Sharif

Florida Lung, Asthma and Sleep Specialists

3480 Polynesian Isles Blvd. Kissimmee 877-352-5864

Fred Umeh

Florida Lung, Asthma and Sleep Specialists

3480 Polynesian Isles Blvd. Kissimmee 877-352-5864

Mark Vollenweider

Orlando Health Cancer Institute 22 W. Underwood St., 4th Floor Orlando 321-841-7171

RADIATION ONCOLOGY

Kaitlin Christopherson

Orlando Health Cancer Institute 1400 S. Orange Ave. Orlando 321-841-8650

David Diamond

Florida Radiation Oncology 483 N. Semoran Blvd., Suite 107 Winter Park 407-539-0722

Tomas Dvorak

Orlando Health Cancer Institute 1400 S. Orange Ave. Orlando 321-841-8650

Afshin Forouzannia

AdventHealth Medical Group Radiation Oncology 2100 Glenwood Dr., Suite 101 Winter Park 407-303-2030

Charles Hodge

AdventHealth Medical Group Radiation Oncology 7727 Lake Underhill Rd. Orlando 407-303-2030

Shravan Kandula AdventHealth Medical Group Radiation Oncology 380 Celebration Place, Suite 100 Kissimmee 407-303-2030

Patrick Kelly

Orlando Health Cancer Institute 1400 S. Orange Ave. Orlando 321-841-8650

Kelly LaFave

Florida Radiation Oncology 483 N. Semoran Blvd., Suite 107 Winter Park 407-539-0722

Richard Lee

Florida Cancer Specialists & Research Institute 2200 W. First St. Sanford 407-321-3040

Steven Lester

Florida Cancer Specialists & Research Institute

52 W. Gore St. Orlando 407-203-2700

Jennifer Logan

Orlando Health Cancer Institute

1400 S. Orange Ave. Orlando 321-841-8650

Catherine Mercado

Orlando Health Cancer Institute

1400 S. Orange Ave. Orlando 321-841-8650

Amber Orman

AdventHealth Medical Group

Radiation Oncology

380 Celebration Place, Suite 100 Kissimmee 407-303-2030

Naren Ramakrishna

Orlando Health Cancer Institute

1400 S. Orange Ave. Orlando 321-841-8650

Justin Rineer

Orlando Health Cancer Institute

1400 S. Orange Ave. Orlando 321-841-8650

Ravi Shridhar

AdventHealth Medical Group

Radiation Oncology 601 E. Altamonte Dr. Altamonte Springs 407-303-2030

Cameron Swanick

Orlando Health Cancer Institute

1400 S. Orange Ave. Orlando 321-841-8650

RADIOLOGY

David Harding

Orlando Health Medical Group Radiology 52 W. Underwood St. Orlando 407-649-6823

Abhijit Patil

Orlando Health Medical Group Radiology 52 W. Underwood St. Orlando 407-649-6823

Marc Shapiro

Neuro Imaging Winter Park 2111 Glenwood Dr., Suite 101 Winter Park 407-250-8860

Jennifer Williams

AdventHealth Medical Group Radiology 2600 Westhall Lane, 4th Floor Maitland 407-200-2355

RHEUMATOLOGY

Shazia Beg

UCF Health 9975 Tavistock Lakes Blvd. Orlando 407-266-3627

Neha Bhanusali

UCF Health 9975 Tavistock Lakes Blvd. Orlando 407-266-3627

Pamela Freeman

Rheumatology Associates of Central Florida

3160 Southgate Commerce Blvd., Suite 30

Orlando 407-859-4540

Caryn Hasselbring

Rheumatology Associates of Central Florida

3160 Southgate Commerce Blvd., Suite 30

Orlando 407-859-4540

Gary Sladek

AdventHealth Medical Group

Rheumatology 2501 N. Orange Ave., Suite 402 Orlando 407-894-8696

Laura Summers

Rheumatology Associates of Central Florida 3160 Southgate Commerce Blvd., Suite 30 Orlando 407-859-4540

SLEEP MEDICINE

Navin Verma Better Sleep FL 3849 Oakwater Circle Orlando 407-704-8537

SPINE SURGERY

Daniel Fassett

Rothman Orthopaedic Institute

Innovation Tower

265 E. Rollins St., Suite 11100

Orlando 844-407-4070

Cory Hartman

Orlando Neurosurgery

265 E. Rollins St., Suite 12000 Orlando 407-975-0200

Robert Masson

Masson Spine Institute 2706 Rew Circle Orlando 407-649-8585

Virgilio Matheus

Orlando Health Neuroscience Institute 89 W. Copeland Dr., 2nd Floor Orlando 321-841-7550

Chetan Patel

AdventHealth Medical Group

Spine Health 711 E. Altamonte Dr., Suite 210 Altamonte Springs 407-303-5452

Joseph Snavely Spine & Scoliosis Center 1405 S. Orange Avenue, Suite 200 Orlando 407-849-1200

SPORTS MEDICINE

Daniel Bedney

AdventHealth Medical Group

Family Medicine 133 Benmore Dr., Suite 200 Winter Park 407-646-7070

Elizabeth Davis

Orlando Health Jewett Orthopedic Institute 60 Columbia St., Suite 500 Orlando 321-843-5851

D. Harrison Youmans

Rothman Orthopaedic Institute

Innovation Tower 265 E. Rollins St., Suite 11100 Orlando 844-407-4070

SURGICAL ONCOLOGY

Juan Arnoletti

Orlando Health Cancer Institute 1400 S. Orange Ave., 2nd Floor Orlando 321-841-1838

Sebastian de la Fuente

AdventHealth Medical Group General Surgery 2415 N. Orange Ave., Suite 400 Orlando 407-303-7399

Armando Rosales

AdventHealth Medical Group Surgical Oncology 2501 N. Orange Ave., Suite 201 Orlando 407-821-3620

UROLOGY

Stephen Baker

Orlando Urology Associates 41 W. Kaley St. Orlando 407-843-6645

Jeffrey Brady

AdventHealth Medical Group Urology 1812 N. Mills Ave. Orlando 407-897-3499

Jamin Brahmbhatt

Orlando Health Medical Group Urology PUR Clinic 1920 Don Wickham Dr., Suite 130 Clermont 352-536-8761

Steven Brooks

Orlando Health Medical Group Urology 515 W. State Road 434, Suite 302 Longwood 407-332-0777

Nahomy Calixte

Orlando Health Medical Group Urology PUR Clinic 1920 Don Wickham Dr., Suite 130 Clermont 352-536-8761

Daniel Cohen

Urology Center of Winter Park 315 N. Lakemont Ave. Winter Park 407-622-2030

Michael D’Angelo

Orlando Health Medical Group

Urology 2101 Park Center Dr., Suite 130 Orlando 407-298-6950

Justin Emtage

AdventHealth Medical Group

Urology

218 Strathy Lane Winter Park 407-628-3073

Adam Gerber

Orlando Health Medical Group

Urology

303 E. Par St. Orlando 877-876-3627

Allan Klaiman

Klaiman Urology 668 N. Orlando Ave., Suite 105 Maitland 407-774-2431

Michael McDonald

AdventHealth Medical Group Urology

400 Celebration Pl., Suite A240 Celebration 407-764-4079

Marshall Melcer

Orlando Urology Associates

41 W. Kaley St. Orlando 407-843-6645

Albert Ong

Orlando Urology Associates

41 W. Kaley St. Orlando 407-843-6645

Rakesh Patel

AdventHealth Medical Group Urology 1812 N. Mills Ave. Orlando 407-897-3499

Vipul Patel

AdventHealth Medical Group Urologic Oncology

380 Celebration Pl., Suite 401 Celebration 407-303-4673

Inoel Rivera

Orlando Health Medical Group Urology

303 E. Par St. Orlando 877-876-3627

Jose Silva

AdventHealth Medical Group Urology

2100 Ocoee-Apopka Rd., Suite 210 Apopka 407-609-7391

Jordan Steinberg

AdventHealth Medical Group

Urology

218 Strathy Lane Winter Park 407-628-3073

Charles Witten

Orlando Health Medical Group Urology 4106 W. Lake Mary Blvd., Suite 215

Lake Mary 407-332-7700

VASCULAR SURGERY

Mohammad Abbasi

Orlando Health Heart & Vascular Institute 1222 S. Orange Ave. Orlando 407-539-2100

Edgar Guzman

Orlando Health Heart & Vascular Institute 1222 S. Orange Ave., 4th Floor Orlando 407-539-2100

Adam Levitt

Vascular Specialists of Central Florida

80 W. Michigan St. Orlando 407-648-4323

Manuel Perez-Izquierdo

AdventHealth Medical Group

Vascular Surgery

2415 N. Orange Ave., Suite 302 Orlando 407-303-7250

Mark Ranson

AdventHealth Medical Group

Vascular Surgery 2415 N. Orange Ave., Suite 302 Orlando 407-303-7250

Charles Thompson

Vascular Specialists of Central Florida 80 W. Michigan St. Orlando 407-648-4323

Lina Vargas

Lumina Vein & Aesthetic Institute 13528 Summerport Village Pkwy. Windermere 407-612-7738

David Varnagy

AdventHealth Medical Group

Vascular Surgery

2415 N. Orange Ave., Suite 302

Orlando 407-303-7250

Jon Wesley

Vascular Specialists of Central Florida

80 W. Michigan St. Orlando 407-648-4323

Robert Winter

Orlando Health Heart & Vascular Institute

400 S. Maitland Ave. Maitland 407-539-2100

Alan Wladis

AdventHealth Medical Group

Vascular Surgery

2415 N. Orange Ave., Suite 302 Orlando 407-303-7250

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PHYSICIAN PROFILES 2023

THIS SPECIAL ADVERTISING SECTION HIGHLIGHTS THE PROFESSIONALISM, BACKGROUNDS AND ACHIEVEMENTS OF DOZENS OF DOCTORS.

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Health Arnold Palmer Hospital for Children Center for Digestive Health and Nutrition Infectious

The IVF Center

OF DOCTORS & PRACTICES

Center for Digestive Health

Physicians: Jason Korenblit, MD; Henry Levine, MD; Ehsan Rafiq, MD; William Mayoral, MD; Marlon Ilagan, MD; Samuel Giday, MD

Mid-Levels: Tiffany Graves, APRN; Jacqueline Larrea, APRN; Elizabeth Lynch, APRN; Suhail Colon, NP; Al Febre, PA; Rose Ray, NP

THE CENTER FOR DIGESTIVE HEALTH has accomplished over 40 years of care since its inception by Dr. Henry Levine in 1982. Providing the highest level of Gastroenterology care to Central Florida, the group has grown to six physicians, six mid-levels, seven offices, and the best GI ASC in the area. Our physicians are at the pinnacle

of digestive care. We provide a full range of endoscopic services, including Upper Endoscopy and Colonoscopy, using the newest Artificial Intelligence software to enhance the colonoscopy procedure to its maximum efficacy, Endoscopic Ultrasound with the potential for liver biopsy/pancreatic biopsy and biopsies of certain chest structures,

Video Capsule studies, Bravo esophageal pH studies, Barrx ablation for Barrett's, ERCP with the capability of Spyglass technology to directly examine the bile duct system and the newest, non-invasive Fibroscan for assessing liver disease. Our seasoned and highly skilled anesthesia team has over three decades of experience and strives to

perform all procedures comfortably and safely. Our on-site infusion center is able to deliver multiple therapies for inflammatory bowel disease and provide intravenous iron infusions. Our state-of-the-art research division offers numerous protocols for various conditions with cutting-edge medication. WHAT SETS US APART: Experienced/

seasoned diagnosticians at the top of our field, voted top physicians in the Central Florida area for over ten consecutive years, with a nursing staff and anesthesia staff of caring professionals of the highest quality and a group of highly dedicated, devoted employees and management team to support them. Affiliated with AdventHealth and

Orlando Health, the practice has offices in Orlando, Baldwin Park, Lake Mary, Clermont, Kissimmee, Oviedo, and Winter Garden. Our offices are open on weekdays from 8 am to 6 pm. Center for Digestive Health has decades of experience to provide you with the highest quality of care and is a practice where you can TRUST YOUR GUT to the experts.

PREMIER DOCTORS: Samuel Giday, MD; Marlon Ilagan, MD; Henry Levine, MD; William Mayoral, MD

TOP DOCTORS: Samuel Giday, MD; Henry Levine, MD; William Mayoral, MD

Magruder Laser Vision

G. Brock Magruder, Jr., MD & Michael J. Shumski, MD, MSE

MAGRUDER LASER VISION: Providing Exceptional Vision Correction and Care in Central Florida. Magruder Laser Vision is a practice in Central Florida that uniquely specializes in Refractive Surgery and offers a full range of Vision Correction options. The team comprises board-certified ophthalmologists, optometrists, and a highly skilled and compassionate support staff, all motivated to provide the best possible patient experience. CEO and Founder G. Brock Magruder, Jr., MD, inspires his team to strive for excellence in their work. Chief Surgeon Michael J. Shumski, MD, MSE, leads with outstanding clinical and surgical skills. At the same time, Joel Hunter, MD, a fellowship-trained Refractive Surgeon, performs a full range of procedures with passionate attention to detail in a friendly,

disarming manner. Kyle Callaway, OD, Nhat Nguyen, OD, and Leslie Callaway, OD, are all residency-trained experts in perioperative care. WHAT SETS US APART: Adding their Office-Based Surgery (OBS) suite for Laser Cataract, EVO ICL, and CLeaR procedures. OBS is an innovative solution that offers patients more convenience and comfort while removing the need for IVs. OBS provides a comfortable and personalized surgical experience, integrating clinic and surgery in one location. This allows for greater flexibility in controlling the schedule, equipment, sterility, staffing, and management, allowing them to provide a more individualized patient experience. Office-based surgery safety data surpasses published data for ASCs or hospitals. Magruder Laser Vision built the first Ophthalmology-specific OBS

suite in Central Florida at their College Park location in 2020 and added their second OBS at their Lake Mary location in 2022. HISTORY: Magruder Laser Vision is founded on Dr. Magruder's vision and experience. Dr. Magruder grew up in the Orlando area and opened Central Florida's first refractive surgery center in 1996. They remain committed to providing the most updated, accurate, and convenient vision correction in a manner that they would want their family and friends to experience. Magruder Laser Vision offers a wide range of services to provide individualized vision care for every patient in their practice. OUR SPECIALTIES INCLUDE:

• Laser Cataract Surgery: State-of-theart technology makes laser-assisted

cataract surgery safer and more effective at achieving crystal-clear vision than traditional cataract surgery.

• Custom Lens Replacement (CLR): The CLeaR procedure offers a precise and long-lasting solution for age-related changes in your natural lens. It can turn back the clock and provide a more youthful range of vision while eliminating a future with cataracts.

• Light Adjustable Lens™ from RxSight®: Magruder Laser Vision is the first and only provider to offer the Light Adjustable Lens™ in Central Florida. This lens is the only one that can be

customized after surgery, allowing the patient to try the vision before locking it in.

• LASIK: We employ the latest precision laser technology to correct nearsightedness, farsightedness, and astigmatism.

• SMILE®: The latest FDA-approved laser vision correction for nearsightedness and astigmatism, providing LASIKlike outcomes in a minimally invasive procedure.

• Advanced Surface Ablation (ASA): One of the most modern, refined, and successful versions of photorefractive

PREMIER DOCTORS: Michael J. Shumski, MD, MSE

TOP DOCTORS: G. Brock Magruder, Jr., MD

College Park: 120 E. Par St., Suite 2000, Orlando, FL 32804

Dr. Phillips: 7350 Sand Lake Commons Blvd., Suite 1115, Orlando, FL 32819

Lake Mary: 1071 S. Sun Dr., Suite 1043, Lake Mary, FL 32746 407-843-5665 | 321-754-1889 (para Español) | MagruderLaserVision.com

keratectomy (PRK) available.

• EVO ICL: The EVO ICL procedure is an excellent alternative option for those who might otherwise choose LASIK, ASA, or SMILE. ICLs are the procedure of choice for higher amounts of nearsightedness and astigmatism.

• Corneal Cross-Linking (CXL): A minimally invasive outpatient procedure for treating progressive Keratoconus.

Magruder Laser Vision is committed to providing outstanding care to the Central Florida community through a wide range of vision correction services.

Orlando Epilepsy Center, Inc.

Ahmed Sadek, MD—Medical Director

ABOUT US: “Our goal is to provide the highest quality of care for our epilepsy patients,” says Dr. Sadek. He adds, “We strive to achieve our goals of unparalleled epilepsy services to our patients not only through our clinical team but also by providing one of the most sophisticated centers for epilepsy monitoring.” As a specialist and thought leader in the field of epilepsy, Dr. Sadek believes that medical and surgical approaches for managing epilepsy should be tailored for each patient according to their epilepsy type, functional needs, and goals. In addition to the highly advanced epilepsy management approaches, Dr. Sadek and his team emphasize compassion and patient advocacy as a core philosophy for their patient care. OUR TEAM:

Orlando Epilepsy Center has grown dramatically over the past two years to include three physicians and 13 midlevel providers. Dr. Ahmed Sadek is an Ivy League-trained neurologist with extensive training in the field of epilepsy management. The other epileptologists are Dr. Tammam Dayoub, who is Emory University trained, and Dr. Aisha Qazi, who is Vanderbilt University trained. MEMBERSHIP AND ACADEMIC AFFILIATIONS: All of our physicians are members of the American Epilepsy Society (AES), International League Against Epilepsy (ILAE), American Clinical Neurophysiology Society (ACNS), and American Academy of Neurology (AAN). Some of our physicians are current faculty at the University of Central Florida – School

of Medicine and the University of Florida –Shands at Gainesville. CERTIFICATIONS: All physicians are board-certified in the field of Neurology and Epilepsy. IN THE COMMUNITY: Dr. Sadek is the medical director of Orlando Epilepsy Center and served as the medical director of the neurodiagnostic section and epilepsy program at Orlando Health between 2013- 2021. He is also a member of the board of directors of the Epilepsy Association of Central Florida (EACF). EPILEPSY SERVICES: “We provide a comprehensive approach to managing refractory epilepsy patients,” he says. This includes options for long-term video EEG studies, ambulatory recordings, and different prolonged and routine EEG studies as indicated.

His services include patient selection for epilepsy surgery and VNS management. The Orlando Epilepsy Center team treats different

PREMIER DOCTORS: Ahmed Sadek, MD

Our office locations:

types of epilepsy in adult and pediatric populations. CHARITABLE WORK: A number of cases are seen as charity every month. FREE

Downtown Orlando | 2881 Delaney Ave., Orlando, FL 32806 | 407-704-8510 Kissimmee | 821 E. Oak St., Kissimmee, FL 34744 | 407-750-6466

MEDICAL ADVICE: If you have epilepsy and your seizures are not very well controlled, you need to consult with an EPILEPTOLOGIST.

Lake Nona | 12617 Narcoossee Rd., Suite 112, Orlando, FL 32832 Clermont | 805 Oakley Seaver Dr., Suite 103, Clermont, FL 34711 | 407-652-6000 | 407-704-8572 (Fax)

Our Monitoring Unit locations:

Downtown Orlando | 226 W. Michigan St., Orlando, FL 32806

Dr. Phillips | 6985 Wallace Rd., Orlando, FL 32819 407-704-8380 | 407-704-8572 (Fax) | orlando-epilepsy.com

Orlando Health Aesthetic and Reconstructive Surgery Institute

Front row L to R: Jason Crespo, MD; Paula Martinez, MD; Kenneth Lee, MD; Gretchen Stieg, MD; Vincent Chavanon, MD

Back row L to R: Annmarie Barnett, PA-C; Michaela Kayaleh, PA-C; Emily Ose, PA-C; Ashley Thomas, PA-C; Dynella Russo, ARNP; Amanda Gist, PA-C; Amberly Martin, ARNP; Carly Lehman, PA-C; Jamie Boetto, ARNP; Fran Firestone, PA-C.

Not pictured: Jane Critchett, PA-C; James Shoukas, MD

ABOUT US: The Orlando Health Aesthetic and Reconstructive Surgery Institute is Florida’s premier plastic surgery group that focuses on total body restoration for all age groups. We are the only group in Florida performing full-body restoration from complex head and neck microsurgical

reconstruction to lower extremity salvage for the Level One Trauma Center at Orlando Health Orlando Regional Medical Center (ORMC) to full-service aesthetic/cosmetic procedures. Our program based at Orlando Health has performed, on average, eight free tissue reconstructions per week for the

last decade. We have the most complete program for microsurgical breast reconstruction (DIEP, PAP, GAP) and cutting-edge lymphedema surgery. We offer routine neurotization which is a technique that can potentially regain sensation after mastectomies. Our program offers prophylactic

lymphovenous bypasses for every patient with lymph node involvement to decrease the risk of lymphedema, vascularized lymph node transfers, and debulking procedures. This program offers complete care with multidisciplinary team approaches for cancer, massive weight loss body contouring, and pediatric soft tissue reconstruction. We interact with a team of highly trained lymphedema therapists, medical optimization

physicians, and social services to emphasize this complete care. We routinely work with neurosurgeons, orthopedic surgeons, head and neck surgeons, cardiac surgeons, dermatologists, and breast surgeons. Our focus is patient-centric care, and we have the most fellowship-trained surgeons in one group that offers specialized care. We have 11 advanced providers who are experts in all aspects of plastic surgery, and our

five fellowship-trained surgeons expand the reach of our care even further. We are proudly here for all our patients, and we value the trust placed in us during your journey of aesthetic or reconstructive surgery. Orlando Health offers team-based approaches and comprehensive care at our flagship hospital Orlando Health ORMC and at many of our other facilities throughout Central Florida.

PREMIER DOCTORS: Kenneth Lee, MD

TOP DOCTORS: Kenneth Lee, MD; James Shoukas, MD

Orlando Health Arnold Palmer Hospital for Children Center for Digestive Health and Nutrition

Left to Right: Nishant H. Patel, MD; Shaista Syeda Safder, MD; Yamen Smadi, MD; Brenda Cardenas, APRN; Jeffrey A. Bornstein, MD; Akash Pandy, MD; Devendra I. Mehta, MD; Teri Jackson MSN, APRN; Khaled Bittar, MD; Carolina Raijer, APRN; Justin A. De Boer, MD; Vijay Mehta, DO

ABOUT US: The Orlando Health Arnold Palmer Hospital for Children Center for Digestive Health and Nutrition has been caring for Central Florida children and families for more than 20 years. All our physicians are board-certified in pediatric gastroenterology (GI) and are members of subspecialty committees for national and international GI organizations. Our philosophy is to provide the same level of care to our patients as we would want for our own family members. We treat our patients and families with respect and dignity as we deliver nationally recognized care at 12 locations across Central Florida. We strive

for excellence in clinical care and take pride in teaching medical students, residents, advanced nurse practitioner students, and pediatric gastroenterology fellows. Our center includes pediatric nurse practitioners, pediatric dietitians, a developmental psychologist, a clinical social worker, and nurse coordinators. Our registered pediatric dietitians provide full nutritional and dietary assessment and education. We also work closely with our other subspecialty colleagues to provide comprehensive, coordinated care for each child. We have developed and participated in many programs to meet the critical needs of

families across the region. Our subspecialty programs include:

• Inflammatory Bowel Disease Center of Excellence participating in Improve Care Now and caring for over 600 children with inflammatory bowel disease

• Celiac Disease and Gluten Sensitivity Disorders

• The largest complete Neurogastroenterology and Motility Center in the Southeast U.S., performing esophageal, antroduodenal, and colonic motility as well as Endoflip™ – functional luminal impedance planimetry

• Anorectal Dysfunction Program utilizing

anorectal manometry and biofeedback to help in the treatment of defecation disorders

• Eosinophilic Esophagitis (EoE) and Allergic GI Disorders Clinic with specialized testing, including non-sedated evaluation of EoE activity. We follow over 600 patients with EoE

• The multidisciplinary Aerodigestive Center, which includes GI, pulmonology, craniomaxillofacial surgery, and ENT, as well as speech pathology with the ability to do in-office flexible endoscopic evaluation of swallowing (FEES)

• The Orlando Health Arnold Palmer Hospital for Children Feeding Difficulties Center, the largest intensive feeding therapy program in Central Florida

• Children’s Hospital Intestinal Rehabilitation Program (CHIRP), a multidisciplinary program caring for children with short bowel syndrome and intestinal failure

• Healthy Lifestyles Program

• Multidisciplinary Cystic Fibrosis Center

• Multidisciplinary Spina Bifida Program

• Liver Disorders Clinic

• Pediatric Liver and Intestinal Transplant Program for pre-and post-transplant care – the only program dedicated to long-term care of pediatric intestinal and multivisceral organ transplant patients in Central Florida

• Integrative Medicine Clinic to improve the quality of life of children with functional disorders

• Neonatal and Pediatric Nutrition Clinic providing evidence-based medical nutrition therapy to assist with children’s growth, early development, disease prevention and disease management

• GI Bone Health Clinic

Our Pediatric Gastroenterology Translation and Diagnostic Lab has supported clinical care and allowed for continued research to improve the care of our children and families, resulting in over 40 nationally recognized research publications. From simple illnesses to complex chronic diseases, our team is here to care for children and their families.

PREMIER DOCTORS: Khaled Bittar, MD; Jeffrey A. Bornstein, MD; Justin A. De Boer, MD; Devendra I. Mehta, MD; Shaista Syeda Safder, MD; Yamen Smadi, MD

TOP DOCTORS: Jeffrey A. Bornstein, MD

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Akinyemi O. Ajayi, MD, FCCP, FAAP, D-ABSM,

Children’s Lung, Asthma and Sleep Specialists (CLASS)

ABOUT THE DOCTOR: Dr. Ajayi was born in London. He trained in pediatric pulmonary and sleep medicine at the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia. Dr. Ajayi is president of The Children’s Sleep Laboratory, Children’s Lung Asthma and Sleep Specialists and Florida Pediatric Research Institute. He is the past chair of the Department of Pediatrics at AdventHealth Orlando. AWARDS/AFFILIATIONS: In 2019, Dr. Ajayi was named the “Healing Hero for Excellence in Pediatric Medicine” by Kids Beating Cancer in Orlando. He is a member of the American College of

Chest Physicians, American Academy of Pediatrics, American Academy of Sleep Medicine and the American Thoracic Society. WHAT SETS US APART: My Practice is the only pediatric pulmonary and sleep medicine practice in Florida with its own behavioral sleep medicine department. We run a tertiary level program for pediatric pulmonology and Sleep Medicine and can manage virtually any diagnosis or complexity. We offer sleep evaluations, sleep studies, and cognitive behavioral services. We have the widest network of office locations offering full pulmonary

PREMIER DOCTORS: Akinyemi O. Ajayi, MD, FCCP, FAAP, D-ABSM, FAASM

TOP DOCTORS: Akinyemi O. Ajayi, MD, FCCP, FAAP, D-ABSM, FAASM

FAASM

function testing, consultation services and management of conditions such as asthma, sleep apnea, insomnia, pneumonia, ventilator dependent care and allergic rhinitis. In addition, the practice offers inpatient services at both AdventHealth and Arnold Palmer Hospital. THE RIGHT DIAGNOSIS: The ability to take a good history and have the diagnostic tools to investigate and back up our diagnosis and treatment plans allows us to take great care of lung and sleep disorders. Taking care of kids is my passion, and having a chance to make a difference everyday is amazing.

OTHER OFFICE LOCATIONS: Daytona Beach, Lakeland, Leesburg, Melbourne, Ocala, Ocoee, East Orlando, South Orlando, Port St. Lucie, West Palm Beach, Tallahassee and Tampa 2660 W. Fairbanks Ave., Winter Park, FL 32789 | 407-898-2767 | 407-898-9443 (Fax) | sleep@oppsa.com childrenssleeplab.com | Facebook.com/childrensleeplabs

Kamran Azad, MD

Azad Plastic Surgery

OUR SERVICES: Dr. Azad specializes in Aesthetic Surgery of the breast and body.

WHAT SETS US APART: Dr. Kamran Azad is a one of the few board-certified plastic surgeons in Central Florida with additional aesthetic fellowship training. Dr. Azad’s patients are the beneficiaries of a skillset he developed through extensive additional training in the prestigious Aesthetic Surgery fellowship program at the Plastic Surgery Center in Sacramento, California. Under the direction of the country’s top plastic surgeons, he was trained in the most-advanced aesthetic surgical techniques available for improvements of the face, breast and body. PRACTICE

PHILOSOPHY: Perhaps Dr. Azad’s most important qualifications are his compassion and keen awareness that communication of expectations is of utmost importance.

An aesthetic plastic surgeon must have not only great technical skills and vast knowledge of anatomy as well as the principles of plastic surgery, but also the ability to develop relationships with patients by listening to their needs, gaining their trust, and supporting them throughout the process.

CERTIFICATIONS: Dr. Azad is board certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery and is a member of the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery and American Society of Plastic Surgeons. He is affiliated with Oviedo Medical Center in Oviedo.

EDUCATION: After graduating summa cum laude from the University of California, Irvine, Dr. Azad received a Master’s in Science, Applied Physiology from Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science in North Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Azad was

awarded his medical degree at the Chicago Medical School, where he graduated in the top 10% of his class. He was a candidate for the Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Medical Society for outstanding academic achievement. Dr. Azad completed his residency in General Surgery at Westchester Medical Center in Valhalla, New York, serving as Chief Resident his final year. He was then selected to complete his Plastic Surgery residency at the Albert Einstein/Montefiore Medical Center in New York, one of the most rigorous and prestigious plastic surgery training programs in the Northeast. OUTSIDE THE OFFICE: Dr. Azad’s main passion in life is spending time with his wife, son and daughter. When not helping patients achieve their dreams, he is pursuing his interests in soccer, cars and all things Star Wars.

Gregory Boger, MD

Ear Nose Throat & Sinus Center of Orlando

Pictured with Anna Politi, Aesthetician / Revive Skincare Clinic

SPECIALTY: Otolaryngology (ENT)/Facial Aesthetics. ABOUT THE DOCTOR: I have been practicing as a solo physician since 2016 but have been practicing in Orlando for 22 years. EDUCATION: Brown University, BA Biology; Albany Medical College, MD Cum Laude; Thomas Jefferson University Hospital, ENT Residency. ENT: My goal is to provide compassionate, best-quality care efficiently and cost-effectively. By listening to my patient’s stories, clues that have perhaps been missing in the past can reveal new insights essential to providing the correct treatment. My favorite thing about medical practice is putting together these pieces and seeing the

TOP DOCTORS: Gregory Boger, MD

patients’ improvement. AESTHETICS: I had experience in the field of aesthetics during my residency and received training in facial plastics and aesthetics. In addition to ENT practice, I am also fully committed to aesthetic practice. Because of my perspective as a physician, I am well-suited to achieve my client’s goals. As part of the aesthetics practice, I have a valued assistant in Anna (pictured), a well-trained aesthetician with years of experience. The desire for excellent results cannot come at the cost of safety. Knowing this helps us achieve our clients’ desired look with reduced risk of complications. In my experience, many clients want to appear younger

but also wish to look refreshed. Subtlety is vital; my objective is to create a change that is pleasing to the eye without making it obvious that any work has been done. A gradual approach towards a more youthful appearance works best and allows us to examine the results over time and make adjustments along the way. It also helps to avoid complications. MEMBERSHIPS: American Academy of Otolaryngology; Florida Academy of Otolaryngology; Florida Medical Association; Physicians Society of Central Florida. FREE ADVICE: White vinegar drops into the ear canal twice weekly to prevent wax buildup! And, of course, always wear sunscreen!

2828 Casa Aloma Way, Suite 300, Winter Park, FL 32792 | 1601 Park Center Drive, Suite 9, Orlando, FL 32835 407-937-1031 | 877-294-5798 (fax) | info@entsinusorlando.com | entsinusorlando.com

Alicia V. Cabrera, MD

Neurology of Central Florida

ABOUT THE DOCTOR: Dr. Cabrera is an adult neurologist who is board-certified by the American Academy of Neurology and Psychiatry. She has been devoted to the neurological field for over 25 years, with extensive experience as a clinician and a clinical investigator. Dr. Cabrera grew up in Cuba, where she completed her medical school and neurology residency for the first time at the National Institute of Neurology in Havana. After completing her neurology residency training at Duke University, she moved to Orlando, where she has practiced since 2007. Dr. Cabrera is an active member of the American Academy of Neurology (AAN) and the Florida Society of Neurology. She is affiliated with the AdventHealth System in Orlando. She is passionate about teaching neurology and

has been an Assistant Professor at St. Matthew’s University School of Medicine since 2009, in addition to teaching medical students from the University of Central Florida since 2014. The scope of her practice includes Multiple Sclerosis, Myasthenia Gravis, peripheral neuropathy and other neuromuscular disorders, dementia, Parkinson’s disease, epilepsy, cerebrovascular diseases, and headaches. The office uses on-site state-of-the-art diagnostic technology to perform electroencephalography (with video monitoring system), electromyography and nerve conduction studies, evoked potentials, and autonomic nervous system studies. They also conduct on-site skin biopsies for nerve density testing and diagnosing Parkinson’s disease and other synucleinopathies. MISSION:

To provide excellent integrated neurological care, combining decades of expertise with state-of-the-art technology and a dedicated team of supportive clinical staff.

WHAT SETS HER APART: Compassionate care with exquisitely deep knowledge in her field and a headstrong dedication to the missions of early diagnosis and effective therapeutic interventions. Plus, a passionate team of rigorously selected personnel, including registered electrophysiology technicians and EEG technicians that are board-certified by the American Board of Electroencephalographic Technologists. SPARE TIME: Dr. Cabrera enjoys reading, going to the beach, and spending time with her two children, her parents, and Coco, the family dog—ideally all at once.

TOP DOCTORS: Alicia V. Cabrera, MD

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Center for Pain Management

Top Row: Michael Rubeis, MD; Evans Amune, MD; Somit Gandhi, APRN

Bottom Row: Diego Guerrero, MD; Aimee Worzalla, APRN; Jenny Chang, MD; Kayvan Ariani, MD

Not pictured: Kristy Kelly, APRN; Anna Smith, APRN

ABOUT US: We are an independent group of five physicians and four nurse practitioners dedicated to providing care for those suffering from acute and chronic pain brought on by injury or illness. Through evaluation, diagnostics, and assessment, our physicians develop individualized treatment plans designed to optimize pain management, achieve patient functional goals, and improve quality of life. An approach to care that coordinates

interventional, medical, rehabilitative, and behavioral therapies is initiated for those patients requiring a multidisciplinary model to optimize outcomes. Painful conditions treated include neck and back pain, extremity pain, neuropathic pain, pain resulting from chronic illness and disease, and cancer-related pain. CERTIFICATIONS: All our physicians are board-certified in anesthesiology and pain medicine. WHY YOU SHOULD CHOOSE US: We believe

PREMIER DOCTORS: Evans Amune, MD; Jenny Chang, MD

TOP DOCTORS: Kayvan Ariani, MD

Locations in Orlando, Altamonte Springs, Winter Park and Celebration 2100 Aloma Ave., Suite #100, Winter Park, FL 32792 407-478-0007 | 321-422-7111 | 407-667-0140 (Fax) | centerforpain.com

in taking a customized approach to each patient’s evaluation and treatment plan. Because no two patients are the same, our physicians tailor a treatment plan specific to your needs and condition. During treatment, timely reassessment occurs, and the plan is adjusted based on your progress. We strive to partner with you to achieve the best possible outcomes in managing your pain and optimizing functionality.

To schedule appointments for Orlando, Altamonte Springs and Celebration offices: 407-303-9662

Center for Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery

Kendall Peters, MD, FACS; Kristen Neilson, MMS, PA-C; ZhenZhen Zhou, PA-C

THE CENTER FOR PLASTIC & RECONSTRUCTIVE SURGERY: Orlando’s premier plastic surgery practice and med spa with over four decades of superior surgical outcomes and unsurpassed patient care. Dr. Kendall Peters and the team at The Center for Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery provide clients with an unmatched standard of care in a luxurious setting. ABOUT OUR PRACTICE: Plastic surgery is not a “one size fits all” endeavor. That’s why Dr. Peters guides each patient through the surgical process to help him/her understand which procedures will work best and to ensure that patients are informed and feel comfortable every step of the way. CENTRAL FLORIDA’S PREMIER MED

SPA: Our commitment to offering customized patient care, comfort, and medical

innovation extends to our on-site med spa. The Med Spa at CPRS, led by board-certified physician assistants Kristen Neilson and ZhenZhen Zhou, distinguishes itself from routine providers by offering medical grade, state-of-the-art treatments, and skin care products. INNOVATION SPOTLIGHT: To provide the best surgical and non-surgical outcomes, Dr. Peters chooses the latest and most effective technology the cosmetic field offers. Examples include VASER ultrasonic liposuction, the Keller funnel to minimize breast implant encapsulation with breast augmentation, and Exparel administered with the guidance of ultrasound nerve blocks to decrease pain after a tummy tuck. For added comfort, we offer the ProNox system, a patient-controlled analgesia system that can relieve discomfort and

anxiety in seconds. In addition to injectables, the Med Spa at CPRS proudly offers Morpheus 8, FaceTite, and BodyTite by lnMode, laser rejuvenation, HydraFacial®, PRP hair treatments, cosmetic excisions, and more. PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS: Past President of the Florida Society of Plastic Surgeons, Assistant Professor of Plastic Surgery at the UCF College of Medicine, American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery, American Society of Plastic Surgeons, and the Southeastern Society of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeons.

EDUCATION: Princeton University (BA), University of Central Florida (BS), University of Florida College of Medicine (MD), UAB Medical Center (General Surgery), Emory University Medical Center (Plastic Surgery).

2023

Central Florida Cardiology Group, PA

Seated L to R: Bruce C. Stein, MD, FACC, FSCAI; A. Ralph Rodriguez, MD, FACC

Standing L to R: Milind G. Parikh, MD, FACC, FHRS; Scott J. Pollak, MD, FACC; Anil Kumar MD, FACC

ABOUT US: A trusted independent cardiology practice since 1948, Central Florida Cardiology Group takes pride in being on the cutting edge of technological and medical advances to treat and diagnose heart disease. As the first cardiology group in Central Florida, CFCG and its five board-certified cardiologists, five physician extenders, and highly trained clinical support staff provide comprehensive adult cardiology services, including noninvasive and invasive diagnostic procedures and therapeutic interventions. WHAT SETS US APART: Providing positive experiences and

outcomes for patients is a priority. Despite a changing healthcare landscape, CFCG remains independent, striving to provide patient-centered care. WHY YOU SHOULD CHOOSE US: Our many convenient Central Florida locations include Orlando, Lake Mary, and Oviedo, with ample parking at no cost. The Orlando location includes a cardiac catheterization laboratory, a nuclear imaging department, and an arrhythmia and device clinic. OUR MISSION: To provide excellence in patient care. As an independent practice, the physicians will determine care decisions in partnership

PREMIER DOCTORS: Milind G. Parikh, MD, FACC, FHRS; Scott J. Pollak, MD, FACC

with the patient and family. INNOVATIONS: CFCG helped establish the third coronary care unit in the country at Florida Hospital, along with the Florida Heart Institute, and was one of the first in Central Florida to use the external defibrillator, the external pacemaker, and the endocardial pacemaker. CFCG has also led innovations in the use of echocardiography, venous insufficiency, angioplasty and stents, catheter ablations for atrial fibrillation and ventricular tachycardia studies, nuclear cardiology, peripheral vascular disease, and mitral and aortic balloon valvuloplasty.

TOP DOCTORS: Anil Kumar MD, FACC; Scott J. Pollak, MD, FACC; A. Ralph Rodriguez, MD, FACC; Bruce C. Stein, MD, FACC, FSCAI

1745 North Mills Ave., Orlando, FL 32803 | 407-841-7151

4106 West Lake Mary Blvd., Suite 312, Lake Mary, FL 32746 | 407-333-2142 2441 State Road 426, Suite 2021, Oviedo, FL 32765 | 407-365-7268 | cfcg.com

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Central Florida Kidney Specialists

Top row L to R: Arvind Madan, MD; Saif Rehman, MD; Fawad Ahmed, MD; Miguel Portocarrero, MD; Mohammad Siddiqui, MD; Robert Sullivan, MD; Luis Sanchez Russo, MD

Middle row L to R: Joaquin Rosario Cacho, MD; Amapola Whiteside, MD; Jaime Baynes-Fields, DO; Tania Abi Antoun, MD; Saritha Kesanolla, MD

Bottom row L to R: Jeffrey Cohen, MD; Reji Nair, MD; Viresh Mohanlal, MD; Amit Bhargava, MD; Lazaro Delgado, MD. Not pictured: Elpidio A. Abreu, MD; Jorge Larranaga, MD; Javed A. Syed, MD; C. Sunder Valliappan, MD; Mark Williams, MD

OUR PRACTICE: Central Florida Kidney Specialists offers comprehensive renal care to patients with kidney disease, hypertension, organ transplants, and complicated metabolic disorders. We treat all patients and their families with warmth, respect, and compassion and uphold our patients’ dignity as we provide optimal care. Our physicians are all board-certified and have provided quality care in the nephrology community since the 1970s. OUR SERVICES: In addition to providing care within our clinics and hospital affiliations, Central Florida Kidney Specialists offers a Vascular and Peritoneal access center in

downtown Orlando, a kidney stone clinic in Kissimmee, and educational support classes, and group meetings for CKD (Chronic Kidney Disease) across all locations within the Orlando area. CLINICAL TRIALS: We offer clinical trials and cutting-edge updated therapeutic options for our patients with our research division, NCCF.R. As part of our commitment to advancing clinical care for all patients, we are proud to offer best-in-class treatment opportunities using advanced therapies through Clinical Trials. Our Clinical Trials division is tightly integrated into our overall care model; not all patients have the

opportunity to be part of a clinical trial. Our nephrologists are involved in the decision to participate in every step of the process. NCCF.R (Clinical Trials Division of our practice) offers treatment options from some of the world’s top pharmaceutical companies. OUR COMMITMENT: We remain committed to serving at the forefront by providing our patients with the best therapies. Please visit our website at WWW.CFLKS.COM for a list of our office locations and services. You can also read about our physicians and get more information about our Nephrology practice and services, including our current research.

PREMIER DOCTORS: Elpidio A. Abreu, MD; Fawad Ahmed, MD; Jeffrey M. Cohen, MD; Jorge A. Larranaga, MD; Viresh Mohanlal, MD; Joaquin O. Rosario Cacho, MD

TOP DOCTORS: Elpidio A. Abreu, MD; Jeffrey M. Cohen, MD; Jorge A. Larranaga, MD; Viresh Mohanlal, MD

3885 Oakwater Cir., Orlando, FL 32806 | 407-816-5700 • 1101 N. Central Ave., Kissimmee, FL 34741 | 407-933-2210 7412 Doc’s Grove Cir., Orlando, FL 32819 | 407-722-8270 • 1552 Boren Dr., Ste. 200, Ocoee, FL 34761 | 407- 905-8172 3727 N. Goldenrod Rd., Ste. 105, Winter Park, FL 32792 | 407-657-0296 1101 N. Central Ave., Kissimmee, FL 32741 | 407- 933-2210

320 1st St. N., Winter Haven, FL 33881 | 863-875-5139 • 130 Ridge Center Dr., Ste. 203, Davenport, FL 33837 | 863-422-4338

1850 Lee Rd., Ste. 200, Winter Park, FL 32789 | 407-636-3138 | CFLKS.com

NCCF.R: 321-848-1540 (Research Division)

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Central Florida Neurosurgery Institute

Hunaldo J. Villalobos, MD, FAANS, FACS

Hunaldo J. Villalobos, MD, FAANS, FACS, is a board-certified neurosurgeon who completed his neurosurgical residency at the University at Buffalo, NY. Jeffery D. Lingo, PA-C, is our PA in the office and the Operating Room and received his degree from the University of Florida.

SPECIALTIES: Neck and Lower Back Pain (Cervical, Lumbar Discs and Degenerative Disorders) Discectomy Minimally Invasive, Disc Replacement, Robotics Guided Surgery; Spinal Column Reconstruction (Spinal Fusions and Instrumentations);

Kyphoplasty (for Thoracic and lumbar Fractures), a minimally invasive procedure which is performed in our office under conscious sedation and results in rapid recovery; Trigeminal Neuralgia Microvascular Decompression and Gamma Knife Radiosurgery; Neuroendoscopic Transnasal and Intraventricular; Gamma Knife Radiosurgery for Acoustic Neuromas, Metastatic Brain Tumors and Arterial Venous Malformations; Minimally Invasive Surgical Procedures; Brain Tumors with a specialization in Pituitary Tumors; Primary

PREMIER DOCTORS: Hunaldo J. Villalobos, MD, FAANS, FACS

TOP DOCTORS: Hunaldo J. Villalobos, MD, FAANS, FACS

& Metastatic Brain Lesions or Masses.

INNOVATIONS: We use Robotics and Image Guidance combined with Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery Techniques, allowing greater precision, smaller incisions, shorter hospital stays, faster recovery, and less discomfort. Endoscopic Surgical Techniques are used for brain tumor resections and can also be combined with Image Guidance. We perform Radiosurgery for Brain Tumors and Spinal Surgery with Motion Preservation Technology (i.e., Cervical Disc Replacement).

801 N. Orange Ave., Suite 720, Orlando, FL 32801 | 720 W. Oak St., Suite 111, Kissimmee, FL 34741 407-288-8638 | 407-845-8421 (Fax) | cfneuro.com

Central Florida Retina

Farhad Safi, MD; Eric G. Feinstein, MD; Gokul N. Kumar, MD; Karl E. Waite, MD; William J. Dunn, MD

ABOUT US: Leading the field of retinal care in Central Florida, our specialists have unparalleled expertise of over four decades in treating a spectrum of conditions impacting the back of the eye, encompassing Macular Degeneration, Diabetic Retinopathy, Retinal Vascular Disease, Retinal Tears, and Detachments. OUR PHYSICIANS: Our team comprises five distinguished vitreoretinal specialists, all certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology.

KARL E. WAITE, MD, earned his medical degree from the University of South Florida College of Medicine. He completed his residency at Nassau University Medical Center and a retinal

fellowship at the Retina Institute of Hawaii.

GOKUL N. KUMAR, MD, obtained his MD and MBA from the University of Illinois in Chicago. He completed his ophthalmology residency at Washington University and pursued a retinal fellowship at Emory University.

ERIC G. FEINSTEIN, MD, graduated from the University of Virginia Medical School. He finished his ophthalmology residency at Illinois Eye and Ear Infirmary and underwent a retinal fellowship at the University of Colorado.

FARHAD SAFI, MD, acquired his medical degree from George Washington University. He completed his ophthalmology residency at Walter Reed Army Medical Center and a

surgical retinal fellowship at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center Eye and Ear Institute. He is a Lieutenant Colonel in the U.S. Army Reserves and Medical Corps.

WILLIAM J. DUNN, MD, obtained his medical degree from Georgetown University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Wilford Hall United States Air Force Medical Center. He is also a retired United States Air Force Colonel with over three decades of military service. With an unwavering commitment to excellence and a comprehensive team of board-certified specialists, our practice stands poised to provide unparalleled care and support for all your retinal health needs.

PREMIER DOCTORS: Eric G. Feinstein, MD; Gokul N. Kumar, MD Central Florida Retina Locations: Orlando, Oviedo, Kissimmee, Daytona Beach, Palm Coast, Port Orange 800-255-7188 | centralfloridaretina.com

Digestive and Liver Center of Florida

Seated L to R: Sam Atallah, MD; Leonor Santos, MD; Joseph Webster, MD; Kamini Ramani, MD; Jessica Narváez-Lugo, MD. Standing L to R: Basher Atiquzzaman, MD; Seth Lipka, MD; Sedat Ekici, MD; Srinivas Seela, MD; Harinath Sheela, MD; Moin Kola, MD; Sergio Larach, MD

ABOUT US: Digestive and Liver Center of Florida and Endo-Surgical Centers of Florida promote a patient-first experience where we deliver sophisticated medical care in a compassionate and caring environment. Founded in 2005, the practice has attracted an exceptional and diverse team of physician specialists serving central Florida with a broad spectrum of internationally recognized authorities in gastroenterology, hepatology, and colorectal expertise. Digestive and Liver Center continues to expand with five locations, two Endo-Surgical Centers, an imaging center (Radiology of Florida), and a new addition, GI Urgent Care of Florida. Patients find our brand of care promotes a clear and understanding view of their condition and available treatments with a full range of procedures and screening options,

from colonoscopy and esophageal endoscopy to advanced procedures addressing complex conditions. The founding partners, Dr. Srinivas Seela and Dr. Harinath Sheela, both of whom earned their gastroenterology and digestive diseases Fellowships from Yale University School of Medicine, continue to architect the growth of Digestive and Liver Center of Florida, its associated Endo-Surgical Centers and ancillary services of pathology, anesthesiology, clinical research, imaging, and urgent care to create a destination where patients learn about their condition and how to better manage their care with the sensitive guidance and treatment from our specialists. OUR GI SPECIALISTS: Dr. Basher Atiquzzaman, Dr. Moin Kola, Dr. Jessica Narváez-Lugo, Dr. Seth Lipka, Dr. Joseph Webster, Dr. Sedat

PREMIER DOCTORS: Sam Atallah, MD; Srinivas Seela, MD; Harinath Sheela, MD

TOP DOCTORS: Sam Atallah, MD; Harinath Sheela, MD

N. Dean Road, Orlando, FL 32825 | 407-384-7388

Ekici, Dr. Leonor Santos and Dr. Kamini Ramani. OUR COLORECTAL SURGEONS: Dr. Sergio Larach and Dr. Sam Atallah. In addition, the Digestive and Liver Center of Florida has 14 Advanced Practice Providers who, with our physician corps, cover 365 days per year in tenured relationships with central Florida’s leading hospitals. Among the conditions and diseases our specialists and team of advanced practitioners treat at our state-of-the-art facilities are: Abdominal Pain, Swallowing Disorders, Heartburn and GERD, Barrett’s Esophagus, Constipation, Colon Cancer, Crohn’s Disease, Complex Liver Diseases, Diverticulosis, Fatty Liver, Inflammatory Bowel Diseases, Hemorrhoids, Hepatitis, Fecal Incontinence, Lactose Intolerance, Rectal Bleeding, Pancreatitis, and Weight Loss.

Digestive Disease Consultants / Palm Endoscopy Center

Front row L to R: Sarah F. Osorio, APRN; Hanna R. Agard, APRN; Jeanine L. Febres, APRN-C

Back row L to R: Jorge Zapatier, MD; Robert A. Shultz, DO; Raaj K. Popli, MD; Barry R. Katz, MD Harry H. Shephard, MD; Sanjay K. Reddy, MD

OUR PRACTICE: Digestive Disease Consultants has been part of your Orlando community for over 30 years. An independent, locally managed, physician owned & operated medical practice of well-respected, Board-Certified Gastroenterologists; our doctors have been honored for the last 20 years in each issue of Orlando magazine’s Finest Doctors as either Top or Premier Doctors. Just as importantly, we have had the opportunity

to care for your family, friends and neighbors for the last 3 decades, showing the level of concern and kindness you should expect from your local digestive health specialists. OUR SPECIALTY: Our physicians specialize in high quality colonoscopy for colon & rectal cancer screening & prevention, evaluation and treatment of heartburn and acid reflux, and the full range of gastrointestinal and liver diseases. OUR FACILITIES: Our team of

PREMIER DOCTORS: Barry R. Katz, MD; Sanjay K. Reddy, MD; Raaj K. Popli, MD

TOP DOCTORS: Barry R. Katz, MD; Sanjay K. Reddy, MD; Harry H. Shephard, MD

623 Maitland Ave., Suite 2200, Altamonte Springs, FL 32701

3300 W. Lake Mary Blvd., Suite 330, Lake Mary, FL 32746

1410 W. Broadway St., Bld. 100, Suite 102, Oviedo, FL 32765

407-830-8661 | ddcorlando.com | palmendoscopy.com

Board-Certified physicians and highly experienced APRN’s are available to see you at one of our 3 conveniently located offices. Outpatient endoscopic procedures can be easily scheduled and safely performed at the Palm Endoscopy Center. ASC staff has been nationally recognized on numerous occasions, with consistent top-in-the-nation scores for patient satisfaction, serving as a national model for facilities of its kind.

Eye Physicians of Central Florida

Front row L to R: David B. Auerbach, DO; Louis C. Blumenfeld, MD, FAAP; Lynda Z. Kleiman, MD; Victor B. Thomas, MD

Back row L to R: Hamza M. Pasha, MD; Kris-Ann Humphrey, MD; Robert W. Hered, MD, FAAP (retired); Robert S. Gold, MD, FAAP; Justin D. Marsh, MD; Andrew J. Schneier, MD; Jerry N. Shuster, MD

Not pictured: Isabella M. Herrera, MD

WHAT SETS US APART: Eye Physicians of Central Florida is a comprehensive Ophthalmology practice caring for patients from birth through adulthood. We have ten ophthalmologists who offer complete eye care from examinations to surgery. Our ophthalmologists have subspecialty training in pediatric ophthalmology, adult eye muscle disorders, neuro-ophthalmology, glaucoma, and corneal diseases. We also specialize in small-incision refractive, laser-assisted cataract surgery. OUR PHILOSOPHY: From offering access to the latest treatment options to comforting a nervous child, we treat our patients with respect, warmth, and compassion. Every member of our team provides patients

with the one-on-one attention they deserve. EDUCATION AND TRAINING: Our physicians have trained at many of the country’s top eye centers, including Harvard Medical School/Boston Children’s Hospital, Bascom Palmer Eye Institute in Miami, Wills Eye Hospital in Philadelphia, Columbia University’s Edward S. Harkness Eye Institute, New York University Medical Center/Manhattan Eye, Ear and Throat Hospital, Louisiana State University in New Orleans, University of Cincinnati, University of Pittsburgh/Children’s Hospital of Pittsburgh, Washington University in St. Louis, Wilmer Eye Institute at Johns Hopkins Hospital and University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. INNOVATIONS: We

provide patients with the latest technologies and procedures in eye care, including laser-assisted cataract surgery. We also offer AcrySof PanOptix and toric intraocular lenses. These are designed to improve vision at all distances, often eliminating the need for bifocals or reading glasses. In addition, our scanning laser ophthalmoscope detects the very early stages of glaucoma and retinal diseases. COMMUNITY: We have supported numerous community organizations over the years, including Lighthouse Central Florida, One World, and Second Harvest Food Bank. Many of our physicians also serve as assistant professors at the University of Central Florida College of Medicine.

PREMIER DOCTORS: David B. Auerbach, DO; Louis C. Blumenfeld, MD, FAAP; Robert S. Gold, MD, FAAP; Jerry N. Shuster, MD

TOP DOCTORS: David B. Auerbach, DO; Louis C. Blumenfeld, MD, FAAP; Robert S. Gold, MD, FAAP; Jerry N. Shuster, MD

790 Concourse Parkway South, Suite 200, Maitland, FL 32751 1781 Park Center Dr., Suite 220, Orlando, FL 32835| 407-767-6411 | eyephy.com

Family Medical Center

Front Row L to R: Shana Caldwell, FNP-C; Krisha Shah, PA-C; Cristina Garcia, MD; Jumana Al-Deek, MD; Yusrah Al-Deek, PA-C

Back Row L to R: Robert Holfelder, PA-C; Jan C. Parrillo, MD; E. Frank Delgado, MD; Mitul Shah, MD; Nate Henry, DO

ABOUT US: Our Physician owned independent primary care group, consisting of five Primary Care Physicians, three Physician Assistants, and two Nurse Practitioners, has provided full-service care for over 47 years. We offer quality care with the highest level of courtesy and professionalism. We have treated families spanning multiple generations. We aim to create strong, long-term relationships with individuals and their families. FOCUS OF PRACTICE: With an eye toward preventative care,

the providers at Family Medical Center strive to spend time with patients, offering ways to lead a healthy lifestyle. Our Preventative Health Services include Adult Annual Wellness Exams, Well Child and Women Exams, and Cancer Screenings. Of course, we also provide routine medical services such as care for minor illnesses, sprains and strains, Hypertension, Diabetes, COPD, Depression, Asthma, etc. EDUCATION AND CERTIFICATIONS: All Physicians, Physician Assistants, and

PREMIER DOCTORS: E. Frank Delgado, MD; Jan C. Parrillo, MD

Nurse Practitioners are board-certified by the American Board of Family Medicine. WHAT SETS US APART: We offer on-site lab, X-ray, and ultrasound services. We also offer same-day appointments, accept walk-ins, and have Saturday hours. Our physicians take pride in innovation, participating in multiple research studies, and offer telemedicine visits when appropriate for our patients.

TOP DOCTORS: E. Frank Delgado, MD; Cristina Garcia, MD; Jan C. Parrillo, MD; Mitul Shah, MD

2863 S. Delaney Avenue, Orlando, FL 32806 | 2859 S. Delaney Avenue, Orlando, FL 32806 407-843-1620 | 407-843-5243 (Fax) | familymc.com

2023

Florida Cancer Specialists & Research Institute

Richard J. Lee, MD; Steven G. Lester, MD, FACRO; Maneesh Gossain, MD

SETTING A NEW STANDARD FOR ADVANCED CANCER CARE: Radiation therapy remains an effective and commonly used method for treating cancer. Using the most advanced and state-of-the-art technologies, our Central Florida radiation oncology team offers comprehensive treatment, with options for faster, more precise radiation therapy with fewer side effects and greater patient comfort. NOW PART OF FLORIDA CANCER SPECIALISTS & RESEARCH INSTITUTE: We recently joined Florida Cancer Specialists & Research Institute (FCS), which has built a national

reputation for providing world-class cancer care in community settings. The size and scope of this statewide practice enhance our ability to expand the range of sophisticated therapies available to our patients – increasing cure rates and extending lives. As a national leader in clinical research, FCS provides access to the newest and most innovative drugs and treatment options, some not yet available elsewhere. We can now provide our patients with opportunities to participate in select clinical trials close to home. OUR BOARD-CERTIFIED RADIATION ONCOLOGISTS: Our physicians

PREMIER DOCTORS: Richard J. Lee, MD; Steven G. Lester, MD, FACRO

TOP DOCTORS: Steven G. Lester, MD, FACRO

Proud to serve our community at two convenient Central Florida locations: 52 W Gore St., Orlando, FL 32806-1114 | 407-203-2700 2200 W. 1st St., Sanford, FL 32771-1674 | 407-321-3040 FLCancer.com

have been continually Recognized as Leading Doctors by Orlando magazine DR. MANEESH GOSSAIN received his medical degree from Wayne State University Medical Center and completed his residency at the University of Minnesota. DR. RICHARD LEE received his medical degree from Boston University School of Medicine and completed residency training at the Mayo Clinic. DR. STEVEN LESTER is the co-founder of Central Florida Cancer Care Center. He received his medical degree from Louisiana State University and completed residency training at Indiana University Hospitals.

2023

Florida Radiation Oncology

David A. Diamond, MD, FACRO, DABR & Kelly E. LaFave, MD, DABR

ABOUT US: Florida Radiation Oncology is an independent, state-of-the-art radiation oncology center whose outstanding team provides the best, most cost-effective cancer care. As an independent center, we work with all physicians throughout our community.

TECHNOLOGY: Our Varian TrueBeam® treatment machine is the region’s most advanced, allowing for the most precise treatment available. SERVICES: Stereotactic body radiotherapy, frameless brain radiosurgery, imageguided radiotherapy, HDR brachytherapy, and radiopharmaceuticals (first-in-the-region use of Pluvicto™ for prostate cancer and Lutathera™ for neuroendocrine tumors).

DOCTORS: Dr. Diamond and Dr. LaFave are both board-certified in radiation oncology and they have earned the trust of hundreds of their fellow physicians. EXPERIENCE: Dr. Diamond and Dr. LaFave have 37 years of combined experience in Central Florida and have cared for 18,000 patients. EDUCATION/ ACHIEVEMENTS: Dr. Diamond graduated from Princeton cum laude and earned his medical degree with research honors from the University of Florida. He completed his internship at Yale and residency at BarnesJewish Hospital. He has served as a board member of the American College of Radiation Oncology and as an advisor to the U.S.

PREMIER DOCTORS: David A. Diamond, MD, FACRO, DABR, Kelly E. LaFave, MD, DABR

TOP DOCTORS: David A. Diamond, MD, FACRO, DABR

Nuclear Regulatory Commission. In 2019, he was appointed by Gov. DeSantis to the Florida Board of Medicine and was elected Board Chair in 2021. Dr. LaFave earned her honors undergraduate and medical degrees from Michigan State University. She completed her residency at the University of Miami, served as Chief Resident, and received the Clinical Service Award. Dr. LaFave has been honored with the following awards: “Doctor of the Year” and “Women of the Year” by Orlando Style Magazine and “Women Who Move the City” by Orlando magazine. Dr. LaFave serves as a volunteer faculty member of a Florida medical school.

483 N. Semoran Blvd., Suite 107, Winter Park, FL 32792, Located inside the Medical Village at Winter Park 407-539-0722 | 407-539-0723 (Fax) | appointments@FLRadiation.com | FLRadiation.com

Florida Retina Institute

From top left to bottom right: Alexander C. Barnes, MD; Nisarg P. Joshi, MD; Luis G. León-Alvarado, MD; Matthew A. Cunningham, MD, FASRS; S.K. Steven Houston III, MD, FASRS; Jaya B. Kumar, MD, FASRS; Elias C. Mavrofrides, MD; Thomas A. Barnard, MD

FLORIDA RETINA INSTITUTE: One of the most experienced, world-renowned Team of Doctors, dedicated to providing comprehensive patient care in vitreous retinal diseases and surgery. Florida Retina Institute has 20 locations throughout Florida and Georgia. For over 40 years, providing compassionate care for many generations has been our privilege and pleasure.

TOP DOCTORS: Florida Retina Institute’s 14 ophthalmologists are board-certified medical doctors and fellowship-trained vitreoretinal surgeons. Dedicated to the diagnosis and treatment of vitreoretinal diseases and surgery. Our retina specialists are consistently recognized and have

gained a national reputation by leading ophthalmology and medical societies. They have annually been selected by their peers as Castle Connolly’s Top Doctors, consistently ranking best in the U.S.

TOP EDUCATION: Florida Retina Institute’s physicians completed their training at some of the most prestigious, top-rated hospitals and medical universities in the U.S.: Bascom Palmer Eye Institute Miami, Cole Eye Institute, Wills Eye Hospital, University of Iowa, Emory, Baylor College of Medicine, Duke Eye Center, Cleveland Clinic, and University of South Florida.

TOP HOSPITALS: Florida Retina Institute is affiliated with the leading top hospitals

in our region. We participate in continuing medical education, research, and clinical trials to study enhanced treatment options for common and rare retinal diseases. Florida Retina Institute is the first group of surgeons to offer retinal surgery with a cutting-edge visualization system called NGENUITY. This novel technology allows our surgeons to operate with precision using a 3D screen in high definition. Florida Retina Institute’s retina specialists and staff strive to deliver Excellence in Patient Care with knowledge and compassion. Your vision is precious. Your vision is priceless. We thank you for your Trust and Confidence in us.

PREMIER DOCTORS: Matthew A. Cunningham, MD, FASRS; Jaya B. Kumar, MD, FASRS; Elias C. Mavrofrides, MD

1025 Primera Blvd., Lake Mary, FL 32746 | 407-333-1570 • 95 Columbia St., Orlando, FL 32806 | 407-849-9621 424 Treemonte Dr., Orange City, FL 32763 | 386-775-9909 • 2270 E. Highway 50, Clermont, FL 34711 | 352-243-0716 2921 Park Pond Way, The Loop Medical and Professional Office Park, Kissimmee, FL 34741 | 407-847-7915 564 Health Blvd., Daytona Beach, FL 32114 | 386-258-5777 • 308 Julia St., Titusville, FL 32796 | 321-268-1116 FloridaRetinaInstitute.com

Heart And Vascular Care, PA

Pradip Baiju, MD, FACC and Robyn Kempf, PA-C, MSPAS, MPH

ABOUT THE PRACTICE: Heart and Vascular Care, PA is a multi-faceted practice across five locations in Central Florida. We provide a comprehensive range of services for preventing, diagnosing, and managing peripheral arterial, venous, and cardiac diseases. Owner and president, Dr. Pradip Baiju, is board-certified in Cardiovascular Diseases and Interventional Cardiology. He has over 25 years of experience as an endovascular specialist and interventional cardiologist. The practice’s vein specialist, Robyn Kempf, PA-C, MSPAS, MPH, has specialized in cardiology and vascular care

since 2010 and has performed hundreds of venous procedures during her career. Dr. Jaisy Baiju serves as the administrative director with the support of our core team, Nayelline Candelario, Loretta Chedilall, Valeria Fernandez, and Ana Gonzalez. Peripheral Artery Disease (PAD) is Dr. Baiju’s passion and primary area of expertise. He is skilled in sophisticated and complicated interventional procedures directed toward limb salvage or prevention of leg amputations in patients with PAD. As a full-spectrum cardiac and vascular practice, our providers treat varying cardiac

illnesses, such as coronary artery disease and heart failure, and venous diseases, such as varicose veins and venous insufficiency. Together, our committed team ensures that every patient receives personalized and compassionate care at one of our five convenient locations. We make every effort to ensure that our patients leave the office with a complete understanding of the diagnosis and treatment plan to resolve their potential limb or life-threatening conditions. Our motto is for everyone to have a “Strong Heart and Walk Free.”

Locations: Kissimmee, Waterford Lakes, Orange City, Longwood, and Semoran 407-730-8970 | 407-730-8971 (Fax) | havc@havcorlando.com | heartandvascularcare.org

Hillcrest Plastic Surgery

Kenrick A. Spence, MD, FACS & Fernando Ovalle, MD

SPECIALTIES: Breast augmentation, breast lifts, full-body lifts, buttock augmentation, tummy tuck, liposuction, surgery revision, facial rejuvenation, facelifts, rhinoplasty, and more. ABOUT US: You deserve to feel comfortable and conﬁdent in the skin that you’re in. With a wide variety of cosmetic procedures available, Hillcrest Plastic Surgery in Orlando, FL, can help you get the look you’ve always wanted. While certain blemishes and imperfections may seem minor to the outside world, they can seriously a ect how you interact with people and the world around you. That’s why Dr. Kenrick Spence, founder and world-renowned plastic surgeon at Hillcrest Plastic Surgery, is so

committed to providing compassionate, patient-centered care for each person who enters his practice. “I love what I do because I get to transform lives each and every day,” Dr. Spence says, “I’ve been doing this for over 30 years, and it’s still such an honor to be able to watch how much our patients change between their initial consultation and when we see them again for follow up appointments. Being a part of that joy and new conﬁdence is a great experience.” Dr. Spence has honed his skills to enhance your natural beauty through expertly executed procedures. Whether it’s delicate interventions like rhinoplasty or comprehensive full-body transformations, he has a proven

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track record of achieving amazing results. His proﬁciency even allows for surgeries under local anesthesia, addressing the concerns of patients wary of general anesthesia. Dr. Spence and his fellow Hillcrest surgeon, Dr. Fernando Ovalle, specialize in breast surgeries, including augmentation, lifts, and revisions. They take the time to understand your goals and explain your options, so the power is always in your hands. “Our patients get the highest quality care from the moment they enter our doors,” Dr. Ovalle adds, “We’re proud of what we do, and we want our clients to feel conﬁdent they’ve made the right choice with us.” To schedule your appointment, visit www.mynewbeauty.com.

130 Hillcrest St., Orlando, FL 32801 | 407-999-2585 | 407-999-2628 (Text) | info@spencemd.com mynewbeauty.com | wetreatkeloids.com

Diana Hussain, MD, FAAPMR, DABPM

Florida Wellness & Regenerative Medicine

ABOUT THE DOCTOR: Dr. Hussain completed her internship in General Surgery and residency in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation at the Mayo Clinic in Rochester, MN. She is double Board Certified by the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation and the American Board of Pain Medicine. Dr. Hussain is fluent in Spanish. SERVICES: Dr. Hussain performs electrodiagnostic studies, joint and spinal injections, and has over ten years of experience injecting BOTOX and other agents for multiple conditions, including migraines. INNOVATION:

Dr. Hussain has a special interest in regenerative medicine and offers the latest technology in high-quality Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP) and image-guided injections with ultrasound and fluoroscopy. PRP is obtained from the patient’s own blood. The blood is spun at high velocity in a special machine. The plasma, with a high concentration of platelets, is separated along with special proteins (growth factors) that regulate the healing process, signaling surrounding cells to repair damaged tissue and regenerate new tissue. The PRP increases the natural ability of the body to heal itself. Studies

have indicated that PRP may be useful in treating musculoskeletal injuries such as pulled muscles and tendons, joint sprains, ligament tears, tennis elbow (lateral epicondylitis) and joint degeneration such as knee osteoarthritis. PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS: Dr. Hussain is the president of the Florida Society of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation and holds privileges at Orlando Health, AdventHealth Orlando and Celebration Hospital. She is an Assistant Professor of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation at the University of Central Florida (UCF) College of Medicine.

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The IVF Center

Jayapriya Jayakumaran, MD; Lucy Chen, MD; Laurel Stadtmauer, MD, Ph.D; Mark P. Trolice, MD, MBA, CPE

ABOUT US: In its 20th year, The IVF Center is one of the longest-established reproductive medicine programs in Central Florida, providing the most advanced reproductive technology in a patient-centered practice. Our board-certified physicians are the faculty for the UCF College of Medicine and are nationally known leaders in the field. The comprehensive range of services provides all aspects of assisted reproduction, including IVF, preimplantation genetic testing, egg freezing, as well as the care of male infertility and psychological support. AWARDS: As leaders in the field of Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility, our physicians have received recognition for scholastic achievements and social outreach. Dr. Trolice’s current book is “The Fertility Doctor’s Guide to Overcoming Infertility.” OUR DOCTORS: The IVF Center

recently welcomed Dr. Lucy Chen, who has the unique distinction of being dually trained in Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility as well as Medical Genetics. She joins Dr. Laurel Stadtmauer, who is internationally known for her excellence in education, research, and gynecologic ultrasound. For male infertility, Dr. Michael Witt is a board-certified Urologist and fellowship trained in male reproductive disorders. Dr. Judith Burnett, Ph.D., is a licensed psychologist specializing in reproductive health issues. Dr. Jin Han, Ph.D., is our new High Complexity Laboratory Director and provides patients with years of experience in advanced embryology. INNOVATION: The IVF Center is at the forefront of technological advances in fertility treatment and equipment. Using patient fingerprinting, eIVF Biometrics is the first fertility-based

PREMIER DOCTORS: Mark P. Trolice, MD, MBA, CPE

TOP DOCTORS: Mark P. Trolice, MD, MBA, CPE

platform that provides 100% positive patient identification by using cutting-edge biometrics. The TMRW™ robotic cryopreservation system is the world’s first automated platform for safely managing and storing frozen eggs and embryos. FertilAI™ assists patients by enhancing their engagement with the center and providers by contributing to optimizing pregnancy success, all by harnessing the power of artificial intelligence to maximize the patient experience and clinical outcomes. MISSION AND VISION: To transform the field of reproductive health by focusing on the patient’s experience by improving access to care and prioritizing diversity, equality, inclusion, and belonging. The IVF Center remains committed to its “ERA” of Education, Research, and Advocacy toward advancing their patients’ science and clinical outcomes.

5901 Brick Court, Winter Park, FL 32792 | 6718 Lake Nona Blvd., Ste. 100, Orlando, FL 32827 407-672-1106 | theivfcenter.com

Brian Joseph, MD, FACS

Park Avenue Plastic Surgery & Spa

SPECIALTY: Dr. Joseph specializes in cosmetic surgery of the face, breast, and body. With a reputation for excellent results and compassionate care, Dr. Joseph performs face/neck and body lifts, breast augmentation/lifts, abdominoplasty, liposuction, arm/thigh lifts, Brazilian butt lifts and eyelid surgery. STATE-OF-THE-ART FACILITY: Dr. Joseph’s state-of-the-art surgical center offers patients safe, exceptional care and privacy during their surgical procedures and recovery. WHAT SETS HIM APART: For Dr. Joseph, cosmetic surgery is a delicate balance of art and science that enhances his patients’ beauty with natural-looking results. He treats each patient individually and is available throughout every phase of his patients’ care. INJECTIONS: Patients can receive a myriad of injections,

TOP DOCTORS: Brian Joseph, MD, FACS

including Botox, Belotero, Juvederm, Voluma, Sculptra, Restylane Defyne/ Refyne, Restylane Lyft, Radiesse, the new RHA collection by Revance Aesthetics, Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP) injections for facial rejuvenation/hair growth, plus IV Vitamin infusions for overall wellness. INNOVATIONS: His practice uses Morpheus 8, Sciton, Palomar, and Candela lasers for a wide variety of rejuvenation procedures. His laser treatments can also provide wrinkle reduction, laser hair removal, skin tightening, and non-invasive fat removal and cellulite reduction. Dr. Joseph offers Pronox to minimize discomfort and anxiety for these in-office procedures. In addition, his med spa offers medical-grade peels, laser hair removal, and massages. EDUCATION/ CERTIFICATIONS: Dr. Joseph attended

Tulane University (BS), the University of Miami School of Medicine (MD), and did his residency at the University of Kentucky. He is double board-certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery and the American Board of Surgery and is a member of the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery. He is the chairman of Plastic Surgery at Orlando Health. AWARDS/ HONORS: Newsweek’s America’s 200 Best Plastic Surgeons for 2021 and 2022, America’s Top Plastic Surgeon (2008-present), Vitals Patient Choice Award (20082021), Castle Connolly Top Doctor (2008-2021), America’s Top Surgeon (2004-2005), Consumer Research Council America’s Top Plastic Surgeon 2005-2021, and one of Orlando’s Best plastic surgeons in Orlando magazine (2015-present).

340 N. Wymore Road, Winter Park, FL 32789 | 407-673-3223 | 407-772-3223 (Fax) BrianJosephMD.com | plasticsurgery.org/md/drbjoseph.htm

Robert Masson, MD, FACS

Masson Spine Institute

SPECIALTY: Neurosurgical Spine Surgery. YEARS IN BUSINESS: 28. ABOUT THE DOCTOR: Spine Surgeon, Dr. Robert Masson is an internationally recognized neurosurgeon specializing in minimally invasive spine surgery and sports spine medicine. As the founder of the Masson Spine Institute of Orlando and Park City, he specializes in cervical arthroplasty and lumbar microsurgery. Affiliated with Orlando Health, Dr. Masson performs surgery at the Masson Spine Institute (MSI) Outpatient Surgery Centers of Excellence in Orlando and Park City, Utah. Patients travel from all over the world for a

focused return to performance after a spine health crisis. Dr. Masson, a spinal reconstruction patient himself and lifelong adventurer, is a passionate advocate for prevention, wellness, fitness, and ultimately extreme recovery in the face of spinal injury. He has performed over 13,500 microsurgical spine procedures, focusing on returning to life for athletes and fitness-oriented people of all ages. EDUCATION: Dr. Masson received his medical degree in biomedical engineering with honors from the University of Florida. He stayed in Gainesville for Neurological Surgery Residency, finishing in 1995 with special

PREMIER DOCTORS: Robert Masson, MD, FACS

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training in micro neurosurgery and minimally invasive spine surgery. INNOVATIONS: In addition to inventing spine surgery procedures, tools, implants, and enabling technologies required for use, Dr. Masson is the CEO and founder of eXeX, an artificial intelligence-enhanced software company featuring Augmented/Mixed Reality Solutions (eXeX.ai), to create the Surgical Metaverse. He has several patents pending for the use of augmented and mixed reality technology for surgery logistics, organization, and performance, focusing on artificial intelligence and machine learning.

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John (Lucky) Meisenheimer, MD

ABOUT THE DOCTOR: Dr. Meisenheimer is a board-certified dermatologist, board-certified Mohs Surgeon, and owner and director of The Meisenheimer Clinic, where the Doctor sees all patients, and a human, not a computer, answers the phones. He has diagnosed and treated over 40,000 skin cancers as a skin cancer surgeon. Doc “Lucky” Meisenheimer is best known locally as a Mohs surgeon and dermatologist. However, in the swimming world, he is better known as the host of a daily open water swim, “Lucky’s Lake Swim,” which was proclaimed a Central Florida Historic Event in 2016 by the Historical Society of Central Florida.

His daily swim has spawned several open water races where all proceeds go to charity. In addition, at the 2022 Special Olympics USA Games hosted in Orlando, history was made as Lucky’s Lake Swim was the host site of their inaugural one-kilometer open water swim. COMMUNITY: For over 30 years, thousands of swimmers worldwide have joined Lucky in his daily morning swim, known simply as “Lucky’s Lake Swim.” The World Open Water Swimming Association ranks the swim as one of America’s Top 100 open water swims. Dr. Meisenheimer’s efforts have helped raise tens of thousands of dollars for local charities. An American

PREMIER DOCTORS: John (Lucky) Meisenheimer, MD

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Swim Coaches Association Certified Level 5 coach. Doc Lucky was the Orange County Special Olympics Swim Team coach for 25 years. He continues to work with Special Olympics as a host site and sponsor for open water swimming. Dr. Meisenheimer is the Lake Cane Restoration Society president, a 501c3 nonprofit charitable organization that works to keep Florida Lakes pollution-free. He was a founding member of the Orlando Underwater Hockey team and has served as a national team physician.

Craig M. Mintzer, MD, MBA

Orlando Health Jewett Orthopedic Institute

SPECIALTY: Board-certified orthopedic surgeon, fellowship trained in sports medicine and advanced arthroscopic knee and shoulder surgery as well as being one of the first in the country to earn a subspecialty certificate in orthopedic sports medicine. Dr. Mintzer serves on the executive committee of the Orlando Health Jewett Orthopedic Institute and is president of the board of directors at Eugene Jewett Ambulatory Surgery Center. EDUCATION: Dr. Mintzer received his undergraduate degree from Princeton University in molecular biology and received the First Honor Prize at Princeton for highest class standing. He attended Harvard Medical School and completed his residency training at the Harvard Orthopedic Program in Boston. His advanced sports medicine fellowship was completed

at New England Medical Center in Boston. Dr. Mintzer has also earned a Master of Business Administration from Florida State University. PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS/ AFFILIATIONS: Chief medical officer and head orthopedic surgeon for Orlando City Soccer Club (Orlando City, Orlando Pride, Orlando City B, Orlando City Academy), head team physician for Rollins College, head team physician for Winter Park High School, former head team physician for the Orlando Magic (2005-2022); associate professor of orthopedics for the University of Central Florida College of Medicine; active member of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons, MLS Team Physicians Society and the NBA Team Physicians Society. PROFESSIONAL ACHIEVEMENTS: Having the privilege of taking care of Orlando’s

PREMIER DOCTORS: Craig M. Mintzer, MD, MBA

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professional, college and high school sports teams for 27 years, being named “Top Doctor for Orthopedic Sports Medicine” nationally and appearing yearly in Orlando magazine’s Finest Doctors publication.

GREATEST PERSONAL ACHIEVEMENTS: Balancing a busy sports-filled orthopedic practice and raising two high achieving and successful children (Samantha, Wake Forest University 2017 summa cum laude, and Brandon, Princeton University 2020 summa cum laude) with Debbie, his wife of 31 years.

WHAT SETS HIM APART: He understands that everyone wants to be the healthiest person that they can be to achieve their own highest level of performance and success. “My goal is to get each person that I treat into the best position to achieve their own personal goals.”

Neurology & Neurodiagnostics, LLC

Juan Ros-Escalante, MD, FAANEM

OUR PRACTICE: Neurology & Neurodiagnostics, LLC opened its doors in 2014, bringing high-quality Neurological care to the Lake Mary area. ABOUT THE DOCTOR: The practice is led by triple-board-certified Neurologist Dr. Ros-Escalante, who is fellowship-trained in Neurophysiology techniques at the prestigious Thomas Jefferson University in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. He holds board certifications in Neurology and Clinical Neurophysiology from the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology. In addition, he is certified by the American Board of Electrodiagnostic Medicine in Nerve Conduction and Electromyography techniques, demonstrating the highest competency in electrodiagnostic evaluations of Neuromuscular Disorders. Dr. RosEscalante is affiliated with the AdventHealth Neuroscience Institute and serves as staff Neurologist at AdventHealth Altamonte Campus, where he has functioned as Stroke Program Director since 2020. He is an

active member of the American Academy of Neurology and a Fellow member of the American Association of Neuromuscular and Electrodiagnostic Medicine. Dr. RosEscalante served our nation as an Officer in the US Army Medical Corps and, during his active-duty time, served as the Chief of Neurology at Tripler Army Medical Center in Honolulu, Hawaii before transitioning to civilian life. During his time in active-duty service, he received multiple military accolades. Dr. Ros-Escalante collaborates with Certified Nurse Practitioner Katherine Matos in managing their patients. Katherine Matos has privileges at AdventHealth with her main campus at AdventHealth Altamonte, where she had previously served as a nurse and Assistant Nurse Manager for seven years before becoming a Nurse Practitioner. OUR SERVICES: The medical staff at Neurology & Neurodiagnostics, LLC specializes in caring for adults with neurological disorders and has a particular interest in treating patients

with neuromuscular disorders. At their facility, electrodiagnostic evaluations are performed by the physician in collaboration with trained medical professionals, ensuring the best data collection and interpretation quality. At their state-of-the-art office located in the Lake Mary Professional Campus, Dr. Ros-Escalante and Katherine Matos have the support of a “Dream Team” composed of Elsa and Alba as Medical Receptionists, Vanessa as Medical Assistant, Veronica as Specialty Infusion and Multiple Sclerosis therapies coordinator, Amy as Certified Electroencephalography Technician, Crystal as the Office Coordinator, and Desiree as Practice Administrator. They are proud of being a subspecialized, intimate practice full of energy and enthusiasm to provide their community with the best possible care. They collaborate very closely with primary care physicians and/or referring providers and remain highly committed to promoting their patients’ health.

Orlando Dermatology Center

Vitaly Blatnoy, MD, FAAD

ABOUT THE DOCTOR: Dr. Vitaly Blatnoy, an esteemed American Academy of Dermatology Fellow, directs the Orlando Dermatology Center. For 15 years, his commitment to excellence in dermatological services has solidified the practice’s reputation across its Orlando, Lake Mary, Oviedo, and Casselberry locations. Dr. Blatnoy, renowned for his in-depth medical knowledge, integrates a genuine, caring approach into patient treatments. His clinical skills and an empathetic and understanding nature create a comforting and reassuring healing environment for patients. Believing deeply in holistic skin care, Dr. Blatnoy advocates a regimen that addresses health and aesthetics. This inspired him to create the Clearoll

TOP DOCTORS: Vitaly Blatnoy, MD, FAAD

Skincare Solution product line. Deriving from years of clinical experience and patient interactions, Clearoll offers effective, reasonably priced, and dependable skincare solutions. These products, formulated to align with scientific principles, ensure honest, effective care, mirroring the core values of the Orlando Dermatology Center. ABOUT THE PRACTICE: Specializing in medical and cosmetic dermatology, the practice excels in skin cancer surgeries, Mohs surgeries, and keloid scar excisions. One innovation is the use of high-frequency ultrasound technology. This method allows meticulous assessment and measurement of skin cancers, leading to customized treatment plans and precise monitoring of patient progress.

7560 Red Bug Lake Rd., Suite 1014, Oviedo, FL 32765 | 407-706-1770

422 South Alafaya Trail, Unit 26, Orlando FL, 32828 | 407-538-3855

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Introducing and using superficial radiation therapy for skin cancers and keloid removals showcases the practice’s dedication to advanced treatment methodologies. Under Dr. Blatnoy’s leadership, the Orlando Dermatology Center is a model of modern dermatological care. Equipped with stateof-the-art technology, the center upholds rigorous ethical standards and remains in tune with ongoing dermatological research and progress. Dr. Blatnoy’s dedication to continual learning and embracing innovative practices ensures the delivery of top-tier skincare, fostering an environment where patients’ health and aesthetic aspirations are addressed with proficiency and compassionate care.

Orlando Hand Surgery Associates

Front row L to R: Nora Daye, PA-C; Kathryn Hankins, PA-C; Lillie Albadin, PA-C; Anup Patel, MD, MBA, FACS

Back row L to R: Cody Hillin, MD, MS; Brian White, MD; George White, MD; Nicholas Newsum, MD

SPECIALTY: Orlando Hand Surgery Associates (OHSA) is proud to announce its Hand, Elbow, and Shoulder Center. This center specializes in treating all issues of the shoulder, elbow, forearm, wrist, and hand. We also have an active Hand Trauma Center and have a daily walk-in clinic to see patients immediately for acute injuries or problems of the upper extremity including traumatic injuries, lacerations, fractures, sprains, and dislocations. Our dedicated, fellowship trained physicians are experts in the nonsurgical & surgical treatment of these upper extremity injuries and problems including state-of-the-art regenerative medicine (stem cell and PRP). We have state-of-the-art outpatient and inpatient surgical and diagnostic services. Telemedicine visits are available. Multiple office locations are available throughout

Other office locations: Celebration, Deltona, and Winter Garden. PREMIER

Central Florida. ABOUT THE DOCTORS: Dr. George White is President of Orlando Hand Surgery Associates, serving the Orlando area since 1991. He received his undergraduate and MD from Johns Hopkins University and completed his fellowship in Hand and Microvascular Surgery at the Curtis National Hand Center. Dr. Brian White completed his orthopedic training at the University of South Florida. He completed a fellowship in Hand and Microvascular Surgery at the University of Southern California. Dr. Anup Patel completed his Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery training at Yale University, followed by a Hand/Microsurgery fellowship at NYU Institute of Reconstructive Plastic Surgery. Dr. Nicholas J. Newsum completed his MD at the University of Toledo, his residency at UF and a fellowship in Hand, Wrist, Elbow and Microsurgery at Midwest Orthopaedics

at Rush University Medical Center. Dr. Cody D. Hillin received his undergraduate and Master’s degrees in biomedical engineering at the University of Rochester. He completed his MD at Baylor College of Medicine. He completed his fellowship training in Hand and Upper Extremity Surgery at the Indiana Hand to Shoulder Center in Indianapolis. Nora Daye, MS, PA-C received her undergraduate degree from Clarkson University and graduate degree from LeMoyne College. She completed orthopedic training in sports medicine at Massachusetts General Hospital. Kathryn Hankins, PA-C completed her undergraduate degree from UF and her graduate degree at Nova Southeastern University. Lillie Albadin, PA-C completed her undergraduate degree at UCF and her graduate degree at AdventHealth University. All of our doctors are board certified.

801 N. Orange Ave., Suite 600, Orlando, FL 32801 | 407-841-2100 (Appointments) orlandohandsurgery.com

PREMIER DOCTORS: Nicholas Newsum, MD; George White, MD; Brian White, MD

TOP DOCTORS: George White, MD

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Orlando Neurosurgery

Standing L to R: David S. Rosen, MD; Melvin Field, MD; Frank Hellinger, Jr., MD; John Jenkins, MD; Kelvin Wilson, MD; Ravi Gandhi, MD; Saeed Sadrameli, MD; Ankur Garg, MD

Seated L to R: Chandan Reddy, MD; Christopher Baker, MD; Michael Bellew, MD; Ryan Moncman, DO; Cory Hartman, MD

OUR PRACTICE: The guiding principle of Orlando Neurosurgery is that every patient will receive a high level of personalized care. It is the largest, most comprehensive neurosurgery practice in Central Florida and has offered neurosurgical and interventional neuroradiological services to the community for over 20 years. OUR DOCTORS: The board-certified physicians at Orlando Neurosurgery pride themselves in offering the most cutting-edge surgical and endovascular technologies for disorders of the brain, spine and peripheral nerves. We also empower our patients with current and crucial information about their conditions while engaging their family

members and caregivers in the treatment and recovery process. Each highly skilled physician brings their own unique expertise to the practice. AFFILIATIONS: AANS/ CNS Joint Section on Disorder of the Spine and Peripheral Nerves, AANS/CNS Joint Section on Tumors, Acoustic Neuroma Association, American Association of Neurological Surgeons, American Society for Peripheral Nerve, American Society of Neuroimaging, Congress of Neurological Surgeons, Facial Pain Association, Pituitary Network Association, Minimally Invasive Neurosurgical Society, Neurotrauma Society, North American Neuromodulation Society, North American

Skull Base Society, North American Spine Society, Society of Neuroscience, Society of NeuroInterventional Surgery, World Society for Stereotactic and Functional Neurosurgery. OUR SERVICES: Orlando Neurosurgery offers inpatient care at AdventHealth Orlando, AdventHealth Celebration, AdventHealth Waterman, and Orlando Health as well as in-person and telemedicine appointments at offices in Orlando, Winter Garden, Kissimmee, Celebration, and Tavares. Medicare and most major health insurance plans are accepted. For more information or to request an appointment please visit our website at orlandoneurosurgery.com.

PREMIER DOCTORS: Christopher Baker, MD; Melvin Field, MD; Ravi Gandhi, MD; Cory Hartman, MD; David S. Rosen, MD

TOP DOCTORS: Christopher Baker, MD; Melvin Field, MD; Ravi Gandhi, MD; Frank Hellinger, Jr., MD; David S. Rosen, MD

265 E. Rollins St., Suite 12000, Orlando, FL 32804 | 400 Celebration Pl., Suite A360, Celebration, FL 34747 720 W. Oak St., Suite 111, Kissimmee, FL 34741 | 12323 W. Colonial Dr., Suite 220, Winter Garden, FL 34787 1000 Waterman Way, Suite 3345, Tavares, FL 32778 | 407-975-0200 | 407-975-0209 (Fax) info@orlandoneurosurgery.com | OrlandoNeurosurgery.com

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Orlando Orthopaedic Center Sports Medicine

Front row L to R: Bryan L. Reuss, MD; Randy S. Schwartzberg, MD; Bradd G. Burkhart, MD

Back row L to R: Jeffrey A. Downing, DO; Derek A. Zefo, PA-C; Melissa J. Worsfold, PA-C; Michael D. McCleary, MD; William W. Baldwin, MD; Christopher S. Warrell, MD; Michael E. Monteagut, PA-C; Lynn C. Tuller, PA-C

ABOUT OUR SURGEONS: The fellowship-trained sports medicine specialists at Orlando Orthopaedic Center’s Sports Medicine Center are board-certified in orthopaedic surgery and, in some cases, double board certified in their fields. They are committed to the belief that the same quality care made available to professional athletes exists for any athlete of any age or level. WHAT SETS US APART: Our surgeons focus on caring for and helping the youth athletes of Central Florida. They serve as team physicians for nine local high schools,

PREMIER DOCTORS: Bryan L. Reuss, MD

Bethune-Cookman University, and EmbryRiddle Aeronautical University. Our doctors also have served as team physicians for the NFL, the Arnold Palmer Invitational, Seminole State College, and Cirque du Soleil’s La Nouba. They also provide expert local coverage for the athletes at the U.S. Tennis Association National Campus in Lake Nona. Our physician assistants, Lynn Tuller, Melissa Worsfold, Derek Zefo, and Michael Monteagut have extensive experience in Sports Medicine. They are integral to our team, assisting in the office, field, and

TOP DOCTORS: Bryan L. Reuss, MD; Randy S. Schwartzberg, MD

operating room. ACADEMIC AFFILIATIONS: Our sports medicine physicians teach advanced sports medicine surgical skills to practicing orthopaedic surgeons and give educational talks to healthcare professionals such as athletic trainers and physical therapists. They continue to publish clinical research studies and started the Orlando Orthopaedic Center Foundation, which provides research and education and helps financially disadvantaged youth participate in youth sports programs through the “Give Kids Sports” campaign.

25 W. Crystal Lake St., Suite 200, Orlando, FL 32806 | 407-254-2500 | OrlandoOrtho.com

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Amish M. Parikh, MD

Premier Cardiology & Vascular Associates

ABOUT THE DOCTOR: Dr. Amish M. Parikh is a Central Florida native and University of Miami alumni, Dr. Parikh attended medical school at the University of South Florida; he completed his residency at Miami’s Jackson Memorial Hospital and his Cardiology Fellowship at the University of FloridaShands Hospital in Jacksonville. Dr. Parikh founded Premier Cardiology & Vascular Associates in 2011 with the principal location in Maitland and a satellite office in Baldwin East Plaza. OUR PRACTICE: During the past 12 years at his practice Dr. Parikh has formed a team of highly qualified board-certified

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providers that practice with his same philosophy of care. As the cardiac needs of our Central Florida residents change and grow, Dr. Parikh adjusts and adds services to facilitate and expedite getting them the best healthcare possible. For example, he recently began a Surgical Clearance Clinic minimizing the wait time within one to two weeks, reducing the stress a patient can experience during this time. OUR COMMITMENT: Dr. Parikh takes a patient-centered approach to heart-care: to understand the root cause of his patient’s disease or disorder, to define a path of medical treatment and most

importantly to partner with each patient in their longevity by inspiring a healthy lifestyle, at any age. Our commitment is to provide holistic partnerships by inspiring a clear roadmap to the patient’s longterm heart health. COMMUNITY: As part of their ongoing enthusiasm to support various charitable and philanthropic activities in Orlando, Dr. Parikh and his wife Beena have been added to the “Donor Wall” at Dr. Phillips Center for Performing Arts, support the Orlando Magic Youth Foundation, and serve on several advisory boards throughout the community.

Maitland Exchange Building | 670 N. Orlando Ave., Suite 1003, Maitland, FL 32751 Baldwin East Building | 1300 Semoran Blvd., Suite 110, Orlando, FL 32807 407-622-0793 | 407-289-4018 (Fax) | premiercardiology.net

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Pediatric Hospitalist Service

Back row L to R: Susan Adams, Practice Manager; Jaimie Phillips, APRN; Susan Dennard, MD; David Sunnenberg, MD; Ira Pinnelas, MD; Matthew Seibel, MD; Robert Hedrick, MD; Christina Burzynski Ewasko, MD; Chelsea Monserrate, APRN; Christy Sherlock, Practice Coordinator. Front row L to R: Summer Denmark, APRN; Shondra Figueroa, APRN; Kimberly Steele, APRN; Alicia Gomrad, APRN; Lisa Martin, APRN; Christine Higgins, APRN; Hanni Arteaga, APRN. Not pictured: Alicia Coonce, DO; Irissa Rosario, MD; Kelli Grady, APRN

ABOUT US: The Pediatric Hospitalist Service, PHS, is celebrating 24 years of service! We are a division of Pediatrix Medical Group and provide care for newborns at Winnie Palmer Hospital for Women & Babies. All Pediatricians in this practice are board-certified in Pediatrics and specialize in caring for newborns.

TOP DOCTORS: Ira Pinnelas, MD

92 West Miller St., Mailpoint 356, Orlando, FL 32806 | 321-841-6993 PREMIER

Our team includes eight physicians, ten APRNs, eight Rounding Nurses, a Practice Coordinator, and a Practice Manager. The practice is led by co-founding members Ira Pinnelas, MD (Practice Medical Director), Matthew Seibel, MD, and David Sunnenberg, MD (Associate Medical Director). PHS has provided care for

PREMIER DOCTORS: Ira Pinnelas, MD; Matthew Seibel, MD; David Sunnenberg, MD

patients on the Orlando Health Campus since 1999 with unwavering dedication, strong leadership, and a “patient first” culture since its first day in practice. It is an honor to care for these little ones and to serve the Central Florida Pediatric Physicians who entrust their patients to us.

PremierMED | Family and Sports Medicine

Left to right: Hope Drake, APRN; Adam Langley, MD, FAAFP; Ed Roberts, MD; Gary Visser, MD, FAAFP; Pierce Ganovsky, MD; Anri Brits, MD; Carolyn Knopfle, APRN

YEARS IN BUSINESS: 11. SPECIALTY: Family Medicine, Sports Medicine, Wellness. ABOUT US: As a group of passionate physicians and enthusiastic athletes, our team became perplexed by the tremendous gap in the experience and delivery of healthcare, particularly when it came to improving and preserving fitness and quality of life. PremierMED was created to fill that void, speaking directly to how we connect, live, work, play, and heal.

EDUCATION: Dr. Visser and Dr. Langley are Florida State University College of Medicine alumni and completed their Family Medicine residency at the University of South Florida/ Morton Plant Mease program. Dr. Visser completed his Primary Care Sports Medicine

Fellowship at USF in Tampa. Dr. Brits and Dr. Roberts graduated from the AUC School of Medicine. They completed their family medicine training at Hofstra/Northwell School of Medicine at Phelps Hospital Program in Sleepy Hollow, NY. Carolyn Knopfle is an Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner with a Master of Science in Nursing from Georgetown University. Hope Drake received her Advanced Practice Registered Nurse degree at Ball State University. Dr. Pierce Ganovsky just joined the PremierMED family to serve the community he grew up in. Dr. Ganovsky graduated from West Orange High School and attended Rollins College, earning a degree in biology and graduating

TOP DOCTORS: Adam Langley, MD, FAAFP; Gary Visser, MD, FAAFP

Ocoee Office: 2940 Maguire Rd., Suite 200, Ocoee, FL 34761 Clermont Office: 2105 Hartwood Marsh Rd., Suite 3, Clermont, FL 34711 407-581-9065 | Info@PremierFSM.com | PremierFSM.com

with honors. His medical journey eventually led him to HCA Oak Hill Family Medicine Residency, where he served with distinction as Chief Resident. PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS/AFFILIATIONS: American Academy of Family Physicians. Florida Academy of Family Physicians. Florida State University College of Medicine assistant professors. PHILOSOPHY: At PremierMED, we strive to practice what we preach – push the boundaries and strive to be better each and every day. As a team and community, we know we can achieve great things by encouraging each other. Part of our inspiration is drawn from directly connecting with you personally and meaningfully.

Remagin

Deepak Raja, MD and Keshini Parbhu, MD

ABOUT THE PRACTICE: For more than ten years, the team at Remagin has proudly treated the residents of Dr. Phillips and Windermere, serving their eye and oculoplastic needs with compassion, respect, and professionalism. As the practice has grown, thanks to the community’s support, we have integrated cutting-edge technologies into our services and broadened the scope of what we can provide. While it has always been about improving the quality of our patient’s lives, we now have a clearer vision of how to do so—optimizing vision, decreasing

spectacle and eye drop use, bringing comfort, and instilling confidence in our patients’ appearances—all in a safe, welcoming environment. ABOUT THE DOCTORS: Whether it be autologous serum eye drops for extremely dry eyes, the Light Adjustable Lens for premium blended vision after cataract surgery, or minimally invasive surgical facelifts to help improve your appearance, you can feel comfortable knowing you will have the most innovative treatment options available to you. To complement the nonsurgical and surgical procedures Dr. Parbhu performs, she has

PREMIER DOCTORS: Keshini Parbhu, MD; Deepak Raja, MD

TOP DOCTORS: Keshini Parbhu, MD; Deepak Raja, MD

4750 The Grove Dr., Suite 230, Windermere, FL 34786 | 407-704-3937 |

introduced her own medical-grade skincare line. EXPANDED SERVICES: Our doctors are fellowship trained and experts in their field, being frequently called upon to speak on these topics to other health care providers. Drs. Parbhu and Raja are board-certified physicians and believe in providing direct patient care. They perform all procedures and surgeries and provide all perioperative care to patients. Dr. Parbhu also performs all injectable and laser treatments. In office surgery will soon be offered for the convenience of their patients. Refine. Refocus. Remagin.

Kapil Saigal, MD, FACS

Orlando Facial Plastic Surgery

SPECIALTY: Dr. Saigal is a double board-certified and fellowship-trained Facial Plastic Surgeon focused on high-quality, personalized care with excellent, natural-looking, and functional results, as well as the fastest recovery possible. EDUCATION: University of Miami (MD), Thomas Jefferson University (Residency), Mt. Sinai Medical Center, New York (Fellowship). Board Certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology and the American Board of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery. Fellow, American College of Surgeons. AFFILIATIONS: Associate Professor, UCF College of

Medicine; Medical Director – Windermere Medical Spa; Medical Director – The Glow Life Medical Spa. WHAT SETS US APART: As a subspecialist, Dr. Saigal offers cutting-edge surgical and non-surgical techniques in a brand-new state-of-the-art medical facility and fully accredited ambulatory surgical center with a world-class perioperative team. We are honored to have a destination aesthetic practice here in Winter Park that attracts surgical patients from all over the world. SPECIAL INTERESTS: Endonasal (scarless) Preservation Rhinoplasty, and comprehensive facial rejuvenation utilizing

the Deep Plane extended Face and Neck lift technique. He also offers chin augmentation, buccal fat reduction, submental liposuction, browlift, and blepharoplasty surgery. OUR INCREDIBLE TEAM: Includes Maria Lee, APRN, and Alicia Barrow, PA, who both specialize in facial fillers, Sculptra, Dysport, CO2 laser resurfacing, and Morpheus8 RF skin tightening treatments. OFF HOURS: I am fortunate to be back in my hometown. My wife, Anu Saigal, is a Breast Cancer Surgeon at AdventHealth, and we have three boys who keep us on our toes.

Sand Lake Cancer Center (SLCC)

Vinicio Hernandez, MD

OUR PRACTICE: Dr. Vinicio Hernandez is Board Certified in Hematology and Medical Oncology. He has been in practice in Orlando since 1997 & founded SLCC in 2005. OUR SERVICES: At SLCC, we specialize in treating solid organ cancers such as lung, breast, colon & prostate. We also specialize in treating, screening & preventing blood disorders such as anemia, sickle cell disease, bleeding & clotting disorders, and blood & bone cancers such as leukemia, lymphoma & myeloma. WHAT SETS US APART: Our mission is to provide fiscally responsible & value-based patient-centered care in a friendly, empathetic setting

PREMIER DOCTORS: Vinicio Hernandez, MD

where all diagnostic testing & treatmentwhether it is chemotherapy, immunotherapy, or radiation- can be done under one roof. After seeing patients struggling with bureaucratic hurdles in large institutions, Dr. Hernandez felt compelled to innovate & establish SLCC in 2005 to empower cancer patients to have a more personal, trusting & meaningful relationship with their treating physician team. Because we are an independent practice, SLCC is able to make a positive impact on patient outcomes and quality care while reducing expenses.

INNOVATIONS: SLCC offers onsite, stateof-the-art radiation therapy for cancer,

radio-ablation for thyroid tumors & electron-beam therapy for skin cancers. SLCC offers patients an on-site PET/CT scanner for tumor staging & diagnosis, minimizing the need to use outside radiology facilities. The practice provides Comprehensive Genomic Profiling of cancer, which is testing that identifies gene mutations in a patient’s tumor DNA to determine the best treatment approach for their particular cancer. OUR PHILOSOPHY: It is simple- at SLCC, the most important cancer is yours.

7301 Stonerock Circle, Orlando, FL 32819 | 323 W. Cypress Street, Kissimmee, FL 34741 407-351-1002 | 407-351-1096 (Fax) | sandlakecancercenter.com

Joseph E. Snavely, MD

Spine & Scoliosis Center

ABOUT THE DOCTOR: Joseph E. Snavely, M.D. is a board-certified orthopaedic spine surgeon with fellowship training at Northwestern University in Chicago in both neurosurgical and orthopaedic spine surgery. He is a Central Florida native who obtained his medical degree at the University of Miami School of Medicine. He completed a five-year orthopaedic surgery residency at Orlando Health, including a year serving as Chief Resident.

INNOVATION: Dr. Snavely has special training in minimally invasive spine surgery, surgical and non-surgical treatment of

PREMIER DOCTORS: Joseph E. Snavely, MD

degenerative spinal disorders and scoliosis deformity, as well as complex revision spine surgery. He was one of the first surgeons in the country to use 7D Surgical image guided navigation. 7D is now routinely utilized for safer and more efficient spine surgery, while reducing radiation exposure. AWARDS/HONORS: Nominated by peers in 2021, 2022, and 2023 as an Orlando magazine Premier Doctor. PROFESSIONAL ACHIEVEMENTS: Dr. Snavely currently serves as Vice Chief of Surgery at Orlando Health South Lake Hospital and is a faculty surgeon with the Orlando Health

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Orthopaedic Surgery Residency. He has authored peer-reviewed publications in well-respected spine surgery journals and presented his research at numerous scientific meetings receiving awards for his presented work. PHILOSOPHY: Dr. Snavely’s goal is to provide the highest quality of spine care, treating each patient as if they were a member of his own family. His focus is to ensure that each patient is educated on their available treatment options and stays actively involved in the decision-making process. Dr. Snavely is on the medical staff at both Orlando Health and AdventHealth.

Southwest Internal Medicine Specialists

Aparna Hernandez, MD

ABOUT US: Over 25 years Dr Aparna Hernandez has built a solid reputation for her dedication and commitment to excellent patient care. She is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine and specializes in preventative, diagnostic, and treatment services in adult medicine. She has received multiple “Physician of Distinction” Awards from the American Medical Association and Florida Medical Association. She has been recognized by her peers and patients as a “Top

PREMIER DOCTORS: Aparna Hernandez, MD

TOP DOCTORS: Aparna Hernandez, MD

Doctor” for several years consecutively in Orlando magazine’s Annual Doctor’s Issue. Physician assistants Sarah Gordon, Rebekah James, and Lynnzie Kipp joined her in practice in 2005, 2008, and 2022 respectively, and play a vital role in providing excellent patient care. The practice offers a broad range of services focusing on preventative patient-centered care including adult wellness checkups, cardiovascular and cancer risk assessments, screenings, vaccinations, and more.

WHAT SETS US APART: In an era where hospitals or private third parties buy or acquire physician practices; we remain unapologetically independent. Our allegiance will always remain first and foremost to you- our patient, recognizing that it is a privilege to be part of your healthcare team. Continuity of care and developing a personal relationship with your physician is essential – a fact that patients who have been with Dr Hernandez for decades will attest to!

Spine and Brain Neurosurgery Center

Standing L to R: James Piotrowski, PAC; Glen Manzano, MD; Michael LaFleur, PA-C; Nizam Razack, MD, JD

Seated: Danielle Johnson, CRNP

ABOUT US: Spine & Brain Neurosurgery Center’s mission is to offer the best in medical care by combining a team of specialized providers with the latest technologies for improved quality of life. SERVICES: Minimally invasive and complex spine procedures, MR Guided Focused Ultrasound, MRI, spinal injection therapies, and treatment of traumatic brain injuries and concussions. GLEN MANZANO, MD: Dr. Manzano is a board-certified Neurosurgeon who is fluent in Spanish. He completed his medical degree, Neurosurgical Residency

and Complex Spine Fellowship at the University of Miami/Jackson Memorial Hospital. Dr. Manzano returned to lead the practice after working eight years at the University of Miami, Department of Neurosurgery where he was a Professor of Clinical Neurosurgery. He focused on surgical treatment of spinal cord injuries and spinal tumors and started the University of Miami Department of Neurosurgery Spine Tumor Initiative. NIZAM RAZACK, MD, JD: Dr. Razack is a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons, a Diplomate of the

PREMIER DOCTORS: Glen Manzano, MD; Nizam Razack, MD, JD

TOP DOCTORS: Nizam Razack, MD, JD

American Board of Neurological Surgeons, and Fellow of the American Association of Neurological Surgeons. He completed his Neurosurgical Residency at the University of Miami. He went on to obtain fellowships in Neuro-Oncology at MD Anderson Cancer Center in Houston, TX, and in Complex Spine Surgery at the Mayo Clinic in Rochester, MN. Dr. Razack is board-certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery. He is also admitted to The Florida Bar and a member of the Orange County Bar Association.

Reginald L. Tall, MD

Orlando Health Jewett Orthopedic Institute

SPECIALTY: Orlando Health Jewett Orthopedic Institute’s Dr. Reginald Tall was born in Cleveland, Ohio. He is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon with a subspecialty in spine surgery. Dr. Tall treats various spine disorders in children and adults, treating the entire spine, from cervical to lumbar conditions, and spinal deformities. EDUCATION: Dr. Tall graduated from Dartmouth College and earned his medical degree from Case Western Reserve University in Cleveland, Ohio. His residency was at Saint Luke’s Hospital Case Western Reserve, and he completed his spinal fellowship at the Minnesota Spine Center. Dr. Tall has over 36 years of experience in spinal surgery. He enjoys the diversity of his practice, treating patients of all ages from

preschoolers to seniors. PROFESSIONAL

ACHIEVEMENTS: Dr. Tall is the first AfricanAmerican orthopedic spine surgeon in the state of Florida. He is humbled to have been named by his colleagues to Best Doctors for several years. Dr. Tall is an active member of eleven prestigious associations, which include the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons, the North American Spine Society, and the Scoliosis Research Society. GREATEST PERSONAL ACHIEVEMENTS: The joy brought by a love and dedication to God; his wife, Michelle, who completed her Ph.D. as a nurse scientist at the University of Central Florida (UCF) and has now joined the faculty at the UCF School of Nursing; and their family including six children, two grandsons, and

a granddaughter. WHAT SETS HIM APART: Dr. Tall is dedicated to ensuring that each patient has a clear understanding of their health and what options are available to meet their individualized needs. If surgery is required, Dr. Tall is confident in his ability to provide a successful outcome, however, he prefers to treat with non-surgical options when appropriate. Dr. Tall’s passion is driven by the bonds he builds with his patients throughout their lives and the enjoyment of enhancing their quality of life. “When a patient comes to me, I know they can leave my office with a good feeling about their options. Surgery is always the last resort,” he says. “I make sure I take the extra time to really educate and counsel my patients.”

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Vascular Specialists of Central Florida

Standing L to R: Charles S. Thompson, MD, FACS; Adam B. Levitt, MD, RVT, FACS; Richard R. Teed, MD, FACS; Kevin Treto, MD; Jon M. Wesley, MD, FACS

Seated L to R: Christina Peterson, PA-C; Aubrey Harman, APRN

ABOUT US: When choosing a physician, patients face pressing concerns on multiple fronts. Will they receive expert care? Will the treatment plan be in their best interest? Will it be affordable? The board-certified specialists at Vascular Specialists of Central Florida are uniquely equipped to serve their patients effectively, affordably, compassionately, and safely. Board-certified vascular surgeons are “the only specialists who spend the entirety of our specialty training centered around the treatment of vascular disease,” says Dr.

Jon Wesley. “It is our sole purpose. It’s the reason we’re here.” In addition, as the oldest and largest private vascular surgery group in Central Florida, the practice is able to maintain a patient-forward focus that minimizes costs. The focus remains on treating the individual with the best, safest, and most affordable care, according to Dr. Charles Thompson. “We have affiliations with ambulatory surgery centers, and we have an outpatient-based lab where many minimally invasive procedures can be performed.

Patients can come to the office, have a procedure performed, and go home literally in a matter of hours,” Dr. Wesley says. However, the practice’s patient-first philosophy means the team offers care in the most challenging situations. “We’re good stewards of the community,” Dr. Thompson continues. “All of us have families. We all have deep-seated roots in Central Florida and the state of Florida. We are all strongly committed to the needs of Central Florida patients, and all of us are deeply committed to the community.”

PREMIER DOCTORS: Adam B. Levitt, MD, RVT, FACS; Charles S. Thompson, MD, FACS; Jon M. Wesley, MD, FACS

TOP DOCTORS: Adam B. Levitt, MD, RVT, FACS; Charles S. Thompson, MD, FACS; Jon M. Wesley, MD, FACS

80 W. Michigan St., Orlando, FL 32806 | 2080 Oakley Seaver Dr., Suite 100, Clermont, FL 34711 7460 Doc’s Grove Cir., Orlando, FL 32819 | 8400 Red Bug Lake Rd., Suite 2090, Oviedo, FL 32765

201 North Park Ave., Suite 204, Apopka, FL 32703

407-648-4323 | 352-241-7585 | ArteryAndVein.com

The Vision Health Institute (VHI)

Vince Piccione, OD; Karen F. Perry, OD, FAAO; Mark E. Perry, OD

EDUCATION/AFFILIATIONS: Doctors at the Vision Health Institute serve as leaders in the American and Florida Optometric Association, American Academy of Optometry and are published in clinical journals. Involved in health care industry advancement, Dr. Mark Perry is a Principal Investigator for FDA clinical research with several contact lens companies and a Vision Source Administrator. He is an adjunct Preceptor for Western University College of Optometry as well as Pennsylvania College of Optometry. He graduated Magna Cum Laude from Southern College of Optometry. Newsweek magazine selected Dr. Mark Perry number 16 in “America’s Best Eye Doctors 2021” of the top 150 optometrists in the country and number 19 in 2022. Dr. Karen Perry, an honors graduate of the Pennsylvania College of Optometry and an American Academy of Optometry Fellow, is Director of Professional Relations for a Healthcare IT Company. She is distinguished among the Most Influential Women

in Optometry, recognized as one of the “Women of The Year 2021” in Orlando magazine and a member of the Optical Women’s Association and the Optometric Glaucoma Society. Dr. Vince Piccione graduated Cum Laude from the University of Florida and received his Doctorate in Optometry from Nova Southeastern University. Dr. Piccione completed an internship program at the Randall VA Medical Center in Gainesville, where he trained extensively in ocular diseases such as diabetic retinopathy, glaucoma, macular degeneration, and dry eye dysfunction. A UNIQUE PRACTICE: The Vision Health Institute is a highly diverse and inclusive clinic, recognized as Orlando’s Best Optical, Orlando magazine, (2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023), and awarded Orlando’s Best Bet Orlando Sentinel (2017), and one of 2017’s Top Ten “America’s Finest Optical Retailers” awarded by InVision Magazine. Working as a team, our dedicated staff and providers aspire to the finest quality of

vision care. We attribute our success to our loyal patients and 33 years of community partnership. VHI serves all aspects of adult and pediatric eye care, including Glaucoma, Macular Degeneration, Dry Eye Therapy, Complex Contact Lens cases – including Scleral Contacts, Myopia Progression Management and Diabetic Eye Disease. VHI showcases an expansive selection of exclusive eyewear fashions, contacts, and digital lenses. INNOVATIONS: Longstanding participation in FDA clinical research provides unparalleled access to innovative technology and revolutionary treatment. VHI embraces leading-edge ophthalmic techniques to optimize vision through personalized and progressive clinical technology, including IPL (Intense Pulse Light) for the treatment of Dry Eyes Disease, no-dilation exams (Optos), high-definition retinal imaging (OCT), corneal and tear layer analysis, electrophysiology testing (VEP/ERG), computerized pupil testing and genetic macular degeneration testing.

Women’s Care - Delaney Park OB-GYN

Front row L to R: Quyen Nguyen, MD; Amanda Steffensen, PA; William Scott, MD

Middle row L to R: Alana McGee, MD; Sasha Persaud, APRN; Whitney Shidler, CNM; Dara Trafka, CNM; Kathleen Augustine, CNM; April Merritt, MD

Back row L to R: Brenda Nguyen, MD; Kai Fu, MD; Melissa Lee, MD; Cherise Chambers, MD; Sean Tarride, DO. Not pictured: Jennifer Viner, CNM; Coreen Lloyd-Adams, CNM

We understand that choosing a physician for your OB or GYN needs is a personal choice for any woman. At Women’s Care, we are committed to improving women’s health every day by delivering the highest level of personalized patient care, using state-of-the-art technology in a comfortable, relaxed setting. OUR PROVIDERS: We have a team of 9 physicians, three advanced practice providers, and four certified nurse midwives to care for you through every stage of your healthcare journey, from

adolescence to childbearing years through menopause. We offer our patients comprehensive OB/GYN services throughout Central FL at four convenient locations. We also have a state-of-the-art in-house surgery center staffed by a board-certified anesthesiologist. OUR SERVICES: We provide Pregnancy and Obstetric Care, including High-Risk OB, Fertility Consultations, Genetic Counseling, Annual Well Woman Exams, 3D Mammography, Vaccinations, Bioidentical Hormone Replacement Therapy,

Hormone Pellet Therapy, and Aesthetics. Birth Control options available include IUDs, NEXPLANON®, DepoProvera, and pills. Our highly skilled surgeons perform robotic and minimally invasive surgeries at Winnie Palmer Hospital. In-office surgeries and procedures include Endometrial Biopsies and Ablations, Hysteroscopies, Colposcopies, and Vaginal Rejuvenation. Accepting new patients and most insurances. Same or nextday appointments are available on our website at www. WomensCareOBGYN.com.

PREMIER DOCTORS: Cherise Chambers, MD; April Merritt, MD 1116 Lucerne Terrace, Orlando, FL 32806 | 3438 Lawton Rd., Orlando, FL 32803 10917 Dylan Loren Cir., Orlando, FL 32825 | 9650 Lake Nona Village Pl., Orlando, FL 32827 407-316-8550 | 407-316-8311 (Fax) | WomensCareOBGYN.com | womenscare (FB)

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Women’s Care | OB & GYN Specialists

Catherine Casademont-Luna, MD; Ann Marie D’Heureux-Jones, MD; Marnique Jones, MD; Wendy Quirino, MD; George Amyradakis, MD; Theresa Carducci, MD; Thomas Paterniti, MD; Michelle Santana Rothen, MD; Shawn Lee, MD; Rebecca Weber, MD; Jason Bridge, MD; Megan Luciano, MD; Shannon Hahn, MD

ABOUT US: Our practice was founded in 1977. We strive to provide patients with the most current medical information and treatments available. Through all stages of life, we are dedicated to ensuring that women receive the best and most advanced care possible. Over the last 45 years, we have brought together the city’s most talented and diverse group of physicians. We are involved in community projects to give back and leadership roles within.

OUR SERVICES: We provide a wide range of in-office procedures including endometrial ablations, hysteroscopy, and cervical procedures. In-office mammography

has proven to be convenient for our busy patients who can have their wellness exam and mammogram done on the same day. We offer both low and high-risk pregnancy care with in-office sonograms, lab work, and fetal monitoring available. Evaluation and treatment for urinary incontinence is provided. We also offer hormone therapy for both men and women using bioidentical hormone pellets. Our aesthetic services currently offered are Botox, dermal fillers, microneedling facials, and hair restoration. We are very excited to add a variety of new treatments utilizing “PRP”, Platelet-Rich Plasma, for sexual health and wellness,

PREMIER DOCTORS: Theresa Carducci, MD; Marnique Jones, MD

TOP DOCTORS: Theresa Carducci, MD; Marnique Jones, MD

vaginal rejuvenation, and as a treatment option for incontinence, vaginal dryness, and many different GYN issues. PRP uses your own blood platelets and growth factors to heal and rejuvenate the body naturally. We have privileges at Winnie Palmer Hospital for Women & Babies for the more complicated surgeries and Obstetric deliveries. We use the da Vinci robotic surgical system for minimally invasive surgeries to provide 3D high-definition visualization for complex cases. These cases are performed with shorter hospitalization, less pain, and less recovery time. Our website also offers online scheduling.

1551 Clay Street, Winter Park, FL 32789 | 7200 Stonerock Circle, Orlando, FL 32819 1115 Wellness Way, Oviedo, FL 32765 | 9650 Lake Nona Village Pl., Orlando, FL 32827 407-644-5371 | 407-644-1417 (Fax) | WomensCareOBGYN.com

Women’s Care Winter Park OB/GYN

Front Row L to R: Melissa Moore, MD; Elyse Breit, DNP; Steven Dukes, MD; Leonardo Santana, MD; Farnaz Safi, MD; Nastassia Aiken, CNM; Nicole Smith, CNM; Anne Marie Jones, MD; Yelena Atlanova, MD; Morgan Barr, MD; Teri Toadvine, APRN, Perla LaGuardia, CNM Middle Row L to R: Kayla Tripoli, PA; Karen Charron, APRN; Wendy Whitcomb, MD Back Row L to R: Nastassia Aiken, CNM; Nicole Smith, CNM; Anne Marie Jones, MD; Yelena Atlanova, MD; Morgan Barr, MD; Teri Toadvine, APRN; Perla LaGuardia, CNM. Not pictured: Bruce Breit, MD

WHAT SETS US APART: Experience the pinnacle of women’s health care with Women’s Care Winter Park OB/GYN, Orlando’s oldest and most esteemed obstetrics and gynecology group. For 50 years, we have been the trusted choice of women, utilizing a talented group of providers from diverse cultures, backgrounds, genders, and generations. Our unwavering commitment to providing the best patient care is evident in our exceptional teamwork, extensive training, and vast experience. RECOGNIZED TOP DOCTORS AND BOARD-CERTIFIED PROFESSIONALS: At Women’s Care Winter Park OB/GYN, respect is at the heart of everything we do. Year after year, our multiple physicians are proudly

selected by their peers as Top Doctors, a testament to their exceptional skills and unwavering dedication. All our providers are board-certified. We are Members of ACOG, AIUM, NAMS, and AIMIS. Our group is affiliated with AdventHealth and Oviedo HCA Medical Center. Many of our physicians hold influential leadership positions at the state, hospital, and WomensCare levels. COMPREHENSIVE SERVICES TAILORED TO YOUR NEEDS: We are a full-service office equipped to handle high-risk pregnancies complicated by conditions like high blood pressure, diabetes, and other medical concerns. With in-office ultrasounds, lab services, and vaccinations, we

TOP DOCTORS: Bruce Breit, MD; Steven Dukes, MD; Melissa Moore, MD

provide comprehensive care tailored to your unique needs. We cover everything from pap smears and birth control to infertility evaluation and treatment, endometriosis, excessive menstruation, menopause, STD testing, as well as in-office mammograms. We also perform in-office surgeries with anesthesia, including hysteroscopy, cervical procedures, and endometrial ablations. We also specialize in minimally invasive surgeries such as robotic hysterectomies, fibroid removal, and diagnostic laparoscopies. Most patients go home the same day, so we prioritize your comfort and recovery.

PREMIER DOCTORS: Bruce Breit, MD; Steven Dukes, MD; Melissa Moore, MD

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Central Florida Pain Relief Centers

Standing L to R: LaMisa Rayside; APRN; Genesis Lopez, APRN; Grace Choe, APRN; Victor Buzon, APRN; Daniel Prieto Romero, APRN; Dayna Vecchione-Curley, APRN

Seated L to R: Nilusha Fernando, DO: Michael Creamer, DO

OUR PRACTICE: As Central Florida’s leading pain management practice, we are dedicated to improving your quality of life through our comprehensive process of systematic evaluation, diagnosis, and treatment of your pain. Finding the cause and effectively treating your pain is our primary objective. Specializing in minimally invasive, multidisciplinary pain treatment options to help patients live a pain-free life, we utilize a vast array of approaches to better treat our patients’ wide variety of pain conditions. OUR DOCTORS: All of our physicians are certified in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation. Dr. Creamer and Dr. Fernando are certified in Pain Medicine. In addition, Dr. Creamer has certification in Spinal Cord Injury Medicine. WHAT SETS US APART: We pride ourselves on establishing the standard for pain management modalities, such as musculoskeletal ultrasound, regenerative therapy, electro-diagnostic evaluation, image-guided pain blocks, implantable medication pumps, spinal-cord stimulation, SI joint injections, and minimally invasive treatments for the management of spinal stenosis and sacroiliac joint dysfunction.

PREMIER DOCTORS: Michael Creamer, DO

TOP DOCTORS: Michael Creamer, DO

Locations in Orlando, Lake Mary and Altamonte Springs 407-649-8707 | CentralFloridaPRC.com

Daniel D. Cohen, MD

Urology Center

of Winter Park

Dr. Cohen is honored for being selected as a “Top Doctor” for over ten years in a row by Orlando magazine! Dr. Cohen founded the Urology Center of Winter Park, a leading independent medical practice specializing in adult urologic care. Dr. Cohen is fellowship-trained and a leader in the surgical and medical treatment of cancers of the prostate, bladder, kidney, adrenal, and testicle. OUR ORGANIZATION: Dr. Cohen and his team excel in the evaluation and treatment of all male and female urinary, kidney, and bladder concerns. This includes male prostate health and benign prostate enlargement, low testosterone, IV sedation vasectomy, infertility, erectile dysfunction, and sexual health. WHAT SETS US APART: Being the exclusive Winter Park provider to offer an in-office, accredited surgical center for procedures performed under IV sedation including vasectomy, cystoscopy, prostate biopsy, prostate focal cryotherapy for prostate cancer, and urolift.

EDUCATION/CREDENTIALS: Dr. Cohen received his MD from McGill University School of Medicine and was awarded a postgraduate fellowship in Urologic Oncology at M.D. Anderson Cancer Center. He is a Diplomate of the American Board of Urology, a Fellow of the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada, and member of the Society of Urologic Oncology.

PREMIER DOCTORS: Daniel D. Cohen, MD

TOP DOCTORS: Daniel D. Cohen, MD

315 N. Lakemont Ave., Winter Park, FL 32792 407-622-2030 | urologywinterpark.com

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PREMIER DOCTORS: Victor L. Roberts, MD, MBA, FACP, FACE, ECNU

TOP DOCTORS: Victor L. Roberts, MD, MBA, FACP, FACE, ECNU

766 N. Sun Dr., Suite 2060, Lake Mary, FL 32746 407-936-3860 | victorlrobertsmd.com

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PREMIER DOCTORS: Deepa Taneja, MD

7485 Sandlake Commons Blvd., Orlando, FL 32819 407-574-5161 | floridaendocrinecenter.com

Endocrine Associates of Florida, PA

Victor L. Roberts, MD, MBA, FACP, FACE, ECNU

Lucy M. Duque, DNP, MSN, ARNP-C

Jennifer Delgado Santiago, ARNP-C, CDCES

EDUCATION AND CERTIFICATIONS: Dr. Roberts: Residency: Internal Medicine, Upstate Medical University, Syracuse, N.Y.; Fellowship: Endocrinology, Diabetes and Metabolism, University of Miami School of Medicine; MBA, Crummer Graduate School of Business, Winter Park; Diplomate, American Board of Internal Medicine and Endocrinology, Diabetes and Metabolism. Dr. Duque: ARNP, University of Central Florida; Doctor of Nursing Practice, Pace University, New York. Jennifer Delgado Santiago: BSN, National University College, Arecibo, Puerto Rico; MSN, FNP, Ana G. Mendez University, Orlando, FL. AWARDS:

Victor L. Roberts, MD: The Outstanding National Clinician Award 2023, American Association of Clinical Endocrinologists; Castle Connolly’s Top Doctors; Consumers’ Checkbook Guide to Top Doctors; Best Doctors in America; Marquis: Who’s Who in America, Who’s Who in Medicine and Healthcare, Who’s Who in the World. Dr. Duque: Sigma Theta Tau Nursing Honor Society. ACADEMIC APPOINTMENTS: Dr. Roberts: Professor of Internal Medicine, UCF College of Medicine; Clinical Professor of Clinical Sciences, FSU College of Medicine. Administrative Responsibilities: Medial Director, Oncoendocrinology for the Orlando Health Cancer Institute. WHAT SETS US APART: The commitment of our doctors and staff to deliver the best care possible and engage our patients in their health care decisions. We are a bilingual office.

Florida Diabetes Thyroid & Endocrine Center

Deepa Taneja, MD

ABOUT THE DOCTOR: Deepa Taneja, M.D., is board-certified in Endocrinology, Diabetes, and Metabolism. Dr. Taneja practices evidence-based medicine and provides a full range of endocrinological services. She is particularly interested in Thyroid, Diabetes, Calcium, Bone diseases, and Pituitary disorders. Dr. Taneja graduated with honors from medical school in India. She completed her Residency in Internal Medicine at Cleveland Clinic Health System, Cleveland, Ohio. Then, she moved to the University of Kentucky at Lexington to do Fellowship training in Endocrinology. She has won awards for academic merit and was the Chief Fellow of the Endocrinology Fellowship Program. She is the Clinical Assistant Professor at UCF College of Medicine and is active in teaching, training, and mentoring medical, PA, and nursing students. She is an Orlando Health Hospital System staff member and is affiliated with AdventHealth. Dr. Taneja is an active member of the Endocrine Society, American Association of Clinical Endocrinologists, Bone Health and Osteoporosis Foundation, and North American Society of Menopause. She is also a sub-PI on multiple research trials and collaborates with tertiary centers for complex thyroid, parathyroid, and Pulmonary tumors. She is particularly interested in PCOS and Obesity, requiring novel weight loss strategies. With her specialized training, she strives to improve awareness and provide state-of-the-art management of endocrinological ailments in the community.

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Florida Eye Clinic

ABOUT US: Florida Eye Clinic was founded in 1973 and has since grown to include 12 Ophthalmologists and 11 Optometrists practicing in 11 locations across Central Florida. Our main office, in Altamonte Springs, is a 30,000 square-foot building that also houses a state-of-the-art Ambulatory Surgical Center with three operating suites. Florida Eye Clinic is a multispecialty, MD/OD integrated practice. Among the ophthalmologists are physicians with special training in the fields of glaucoma, retina, cornea, neuro-ophthalmology and oculoplastics. Some of the services offered at Florida Eye Clinic include state-of-the-art cataract/lens implant surgeries, LASIK/PRK, glaucoma lasers and surgeries, corneal cross-linking, dry eye treatments, myopia control therapies, and cornea transplant surgeries. We offer a full range of contact lens services, and all of our offices offer a retail optical shop. WHY CHOOSE US: Our mission is to maximize the visual potential of our patients through the highest quality vision care, exceptional customer service and visual outcomes.

PREMIER DOCTORS: Myhanh Nguyen, MD; Samantha Xavier, MD

TOP DOCTORS: Ross Parks, MD; Harry Pappas, MD; Catherine Wang, MD

160 Boston Ave., Altamonte Springs, FL 32701 407-834-7776 | info@floridaeyeclinic.com floridaeyeclinic.com

Florida Eye Clinic

Myhanh T. Nguyen, MD

YEARS IN BUSINESS: Florida Eye Clinic was founded in 1973. I joined Florida Eye Clinic in 2008, after I finished my Fellowship training at UCLA. SPECIALTY: Cornea, Refractive, Cataract Surgeon. ABOUT US: Florida Eye Clinic is a full-service ophthalmology practice. We take care of all eyes, from normal, healthy eyes, to eyes that require various surgeries, to eyes that require intensive treatments. We have specialists in all aspects of the eye. I focus on corneal transplants, pterygium excisions, refractive surgeries (LASIK, PRK, VISIAN ICL, natural lens exchanges), and laser cataract surgeries with premium lenses. EDUCATION/CERTIFICATIONS: Cornea, External Diseases, and Refractive Surgery Fellowship: Jules Stein Eye Institute, UCLA, Los Angeles, California. Ophthalmology Residency: New England Medical Center, Tufts University, Boston, Massachusetts. GREATEST PROFESSIONAL ACHIEVEMENT: For most people, vision is the most important of their five senses. Ophthalmology has enabled me to restore vision to countless people over the past 15 years. It is truly a gratifying opportunity. GREATEST PERSONAL ACHIEVEMENT: I have two boys, ages 8 and 10. I am so proud of the young men they are becoming.

PREMIER DOCTORS: Myhanh T. Nguyen, MD

7975 Lake Underhill Road, Suite 140, Orlando, FL 32822 407-281-0866 | myhanh.nguyen@floridaeyeclinic.com floridaeyeclinic.com

Florida Eye Clinic

Harry Pappas, MD, President, Florida Eye Clinic

SPECIALTY: Premium cataract surgery using Femtosecond Laser and treatment of glaucoma. EDUCATION: Brown, Johns Hopkins, and Harvard. GREATEST PROFESSIONAL ACHIEVEMENT: I have been very proud to be the President of the FLORIDA EYE CLINIC, and to have helped it grow from a few eye specialists to 23 eye doctors in 11 locations. GREATEST PERSONAL ACHIEVEMENT: With my wife, Jackie, raising our three daughters, who continually make us proud. PHILOSOPHY: I consider it both a privilege and a blessing to be able to help my patients see better.

TOP DOCTORS: Harry Pappas, MD

160 Boston Ave., Altamonte Springs, FL 32701 407-834-7776 | floridaeyeclinic.com

Florida Eye Clinic

Ross Parks, MD

ABOUT THE DOCTOR: I feel blessed that I have had the opportunity to become a corneal specialist, which allows me to preserve and improve the vision of my patients. I thank my parents and my wife, Lisa for providing me support, a nurturing environment for learning and the encouragement to become an Ophthalmologist. INNOVATIONS: Over the past 30 years I have incorporated several new developments in eye care, including LASIK, Corneal Cross-Linking, femtosecond laser cataract surgery and multifocal lens implants, which allows me to provide the latest and highest quality care to my patients. WHAT SETS ME APART: My first priority is always to my patients. For the past 25 years I have had the privilege to be a partner at the Florida Eye Clinic with an outstanding group of people I trust and admire. EDUCATION AND CERTIFICATIONS: Board certified 2014, American Board of Ophthalmology; Corneal Fellowship, Anheuser-Busch Eye Institute, St. Louis University; Ophthalmology Residency, Emory University; Internship, Emory University; MD, NYU School of Medicine; National Institute of Health Research Training Fellowship, Emory University; BA, Duke University; Member, Phi Bet Kappa, Tau Beta Pi. PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS: American Academy of Ophthalmology, American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons.

TOP DOCTORS: Ross Parks, MD

2225 N. Central Ave., Kissimmee, FL 34741 | 407-834-7776 info@floridaeyeclinic.com | floridaeyeclinic.com

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Florida Eye Clinic

Catherine Wang, MD

SPECIALTY: Board-certified ophthalmologist specializing in glaucoma and cataract surgery. EDUCATION: B.S./Medical Degree - Northeastern Ohio University College of Medicine; Residency - Case Western Reserve/University Hospitals of Cleveland; Glaucoma; FellowshipWeill Medical College of Cornell University - New York Presbyterian Hospital. GREATEST PROFESSIONAL ACHIEVEMENT: I am honored to have had the great privilege of serving eye care patients in the Central Florida area for the past twenty years. GREATEST PERSONAL ACHIEVEMENT: My husband, Steven Choung, M.D., an orthopaedic surgeon, and our children, Samantha and Max.

TOP DOCTORS: Catherine Wang, MD

10131 W. Colonial Dr., Suite 201, Ocoee, FL 34761 2917 Edgewater Dr., Orlando, FL 32804 407-834-7776 | floridaeyeclinic.com

Florida Eye Clinic

Samantha Xavier, MD

SPECIALTY: Ophthalmology-Vitreoretinal Surgery. EDUCATION: Medical School-University of Miami, Miller School of Medicine; InternshipMount Sinai School of Medicine, Queens Hospital Center; ResidencyNassau University Medical Center; Fellowship-Columbia University, Harkness Eye Institute. CERTIFICATIONS: Diplomate of the American Board of Ophthalmology. GREATEST PERSONAL ACHIEVEMENT: It has been an honor and a privilege to care for the ophthalmic needs of the Central Florida community and to help train the next generation of ophthalmologists.

PREMIER DOCTORS: Samantha Xavier, MD

160 Boston Ave., Altamonte Springs, FL 32701 407-834-7776 | floridaeyeclinic.com

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Kent S. Hoffman, DO

Lake Howell Health Center & SoberDoc.com

ABOUT THE DOCTOR: Kent S. Hoffman, D.O., is a board-certified addiction specialist and founder of SoberDoc.com. For nearly 15 years, Dr. Hoffman has been a trusted beacon of hope in Orlando for anyone battling substance use disorders. Dr. Hoffman and his dynamic and compassionate team are committed to offering all-encompassing care for those navigating addiction challenges. With over a decade of experience treating substance use disorders of varied complexities, he provides advanced outpatient addiction care using medication-assisted treatment (MAT) and other modalities. Dr. Hoffman’s approach is customized for each patient, ensuring a personalized treatment plan that aligns with their unique life journey. Incredibly, the SoberDoc outpatient treatment method surpasses most inpatient rehab centers’ success rates while being significantly more affordable. In addition to his clinical expertise, Dr. Hoffman served as the team physician for the Orlando Magic from 2008 to 2021. He lives in Winter Springs with his wife.

PREMIER DOCTORS: Kent S. Hoffman, DO 406 Lake Howell Rd., Maitland, FL 32751 | 407-691-3960 lhhc@lakehowellhealthcenter.com |

800 N. Maitland Ave., Suite 102, Maitland, FL 32751

407-660-7000 | 407-660-7010 OrlandoHealth.com/PhysicianAssociates

Orlando Health Physician Associates Maitland Pediatrics

Andrew Summers, MD; Jennifer Thielhelm, MD; Monica Guirguis, DO

OUR DOCTORS: Drs. Summers, Thielhelm and Guirguis are board-certified and members of the American Academy of Pediatrics. Their team is dedicated to caring for children—newborns to young adults—in a thorough and compassionate manner. EDUCATION: Dr. Summers received his BS degree from Covenant College and his medical degree from Hahnemann/Drexel University. He completed his residency training at the University of Florida, Shands Hospital. Dr. Thielhelm received her BS degree from Duke University and her medical degree from the University of Florida. She completed her pediatric residency and co-chief residency at Orlando Health Arnold Palmer Hospital for Children. Dr. Guirguis, fluent in Arabic and proficient in Spanish, received her BS degree from the University of South Florida and her DO from Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine. She completed her pediatric residency training at the Children’s Hospital of Michigan. GREATEST PROFESSIONAL ACCOMPLISHMENTS: Earning the trust of patients who then bring their children to them. Drs. Summers and Thielhelm are assistant clinical professors for the Florida State University College of Medicine, and all three doctors are community faculty for the pediatric residency program at Orlando Health Arnold Palmer Hospital for Children.

PREMIER DOCTORS 2023

Orlando Urology Associates

Jorge Rivera Mirabal, MD; Albert Ong, MD; Stan Sujka, MD; Marshall Melcer, MD; Stephen Baker, MD

ANNOUNCEMENT: We would like to recognize and congratulate Dr. Stan Sujka on his upcoming retirement—many thanks for the 33+ years of dedication to our Group. We wish him all the best! The physicians and staff of OUA are justifiably proud of our continuous 65+ year tradition of patient-centered urologic care provided to individuals and families in the greater Orlando area. We remain an independent private practice not affiliated with any regional healthcare system, allowing us the flexibility to provide customized and cost-effective care. All physicians are board-certified and members of the American Urologic Association. We continue to provide a complete range of urologic services, including treatment of all urologic cancers, benign prostate disease, kidney stones, incontinence, erectile dysfunction, infertility, and urinary tract infections. We possess full in-office diagnostic capabilities, including CT, X-Ray and ultrasound for same-day evaluation of patients’ symptoms and “Rapid Kidney Stone Care” treatment. Other treatments also provided include RestoreWave ESWT treatment for sexual dysfunction.

PREMIER DOCTORS: Stephen Baker, MD; Marshall Melcer, MD; Albert Ong, MD

TOP DOCTORS: Stephen Baker, MD; Marshall Melcer, MD; Albert Ong, MD; Stan Sujka, MD

41 W. Kaley Street, Orlando, FL 32806 | 407-843-6645 6001 Vineland Rd., Ste. 101, Orlando, FL 32819 407-352-8151 | www.ouamd.com

Hal S. Pineless, DO & Katie Frazzetta, PA-C

NeuroCare Institute of Central Florida

EDUCATION AND CERTIFICATIONS: D.O., Chicago College of Osteopathic Medicine. Neurology residency at Loyola University Medical Center, Maywood, IL. Board certified in Neurology and a fellow of the American College of Neuropsychiatrists and the American Academy of Neurology. AWARDS/HONORS: 2012-13 President of Florida Osteopathic Medical Association. Former Chief of State of Florida Hospital East Orlando and former Florida Hospital Board of Trustees member. Multiple times awarded “Best Attending Physician” at Florida Hospital East Orlando. Top Doctor in Orlando magazine on multiple occasions. PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS/AFFILIATIONS: Florida Osteopathic Medical Association, American Osteopathic Association, American Academy of Neurology. WHAT SETS US APART: Our mission is to provide our community with excellent health care in a compassionate and personalized setting. We aim to provide the highest quality of service for our patients with neurological conditions. We are proud that Physician Assistant Katie Frazzetta, PA-C works with Dr. Pineless to meet the medical needs of our patients.

TOP DOCTORS : Hal S. Pineless, DO

1890 State Road 436, Suite 255, Winter Park, FL 32792 407-657-7900 | neurocareinstitute.com

PREMIER DOCTORS: Archana Shah, MD TOP DOCTORS: Archana Shah, MD 2100 Aloma Avenue, Suite 204, Winter Park, FL 32792 321-422-3660 PREMIER DOCTORS 2023

Premier Infectious Disease Care

L to R: Ronald Gonzales, MD; Norisha Quinones, APRN; Archana Shah, MD; Mariko Caberto, APRN; James Spain, MD. Not Pictured: Rita Nwanyanwu, MD; Lysenia Mojica, MD; Marieangela Canaan, MD

OUR PRACTICE: Premier Infectious Disease Care is in Suite 204 in the Daniel Building on Aloma Avenue near AdventHealth Winter Park Hospital. We provide comprehensive care for viral, bacterial, and fungal infections with a holistic approach. From chronic conditions like HIV and Hepatitis to urinary tract infections, our patients appreciate how we interact with their primary care physicians, specialists, and family members. OUR DOCTORS: Dr. Archana Shah started the practice in 2008. She completed her fellowship at University Hospital, Level I Trauma Center in Newark, NJ. She has been consistently named Best Doctor or Top Doctor since 2009. Dr. Ronald Gonzales joined us from Chicago. He completed his Fellowship in Infectious Diseases at the University of Illinois/Chicago. Dr. James Spain has been with our practice since 2022 and comes from Penn State Hershey Medical Center Infectious Disease Fellowship program. Dr. Marieangela Canaan moved to Orlando from Miami and completed her Fellowship in Chicago at the University of Illinois. Dr. Lysenia Mojica joined us from the University of South Florida. Dr. Rita Nwanyanwu has been with our practice since 2018 and comes from the University of Miami’s Jackson Memorial Hospital Infectious Disease Fellowship program.

James T. Shoukas, MD, FACS

Lake Mary Plastic Surgery

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FOOD & DRINK

CULINARY SPOTLIGHT • BRENDAN O’CONNOR

The man in the big red coat arrives in Central Florida for breakfasts and brunches galore.

Theme Parks, Hotels and Restaurants Offer Breakfasts with Santa.

BY CYNTHIA VAN GAASBECK

As residents of Orlando and its environs, most of us have northern branches of the family tree that enjoy a trip to Florida when their homes disappear under layers of snow.

We happen to know that Santa and Mrs. Claus also pack some flip flops and tropical print shirts and head to Orlando for a winter break. Lucky for us, Santa likes to make these trips working va-

cations and he is the star of many breakfast extravaganzas during this time of year. Here are a few of our favorites:

MARIA & ENZO’S

RISTORANTE

$45 - $79 PER PERSON

1560 East Buena Vista Drive, Lake Buena Vista | 407-560-8466 patinagroup.com/maria-enzos

This holiday season, give your family an enchanted morning in the heart of the most magical place on earth at Maria and Enzo’s Ristorante at Disney Springs.

Start with a festive one-anda-half-hour breakfast feast with freshly baked pastries, yogurt parfaits, seasonal fruit, pancakes with fresh maple syrup, scrambled eggs, applewood smoked bacon, sausage and tater tots in their elegant dining room overlooking Lake Buena Vista, with take-home treats for the kids and a complimentary prosecco mimosa for the adults. Then, meet Santa Claus and take a keepsake photo with him and his elves! Make Christmas dreams come true with a holiday experience to remember forever.

THE ALFOND INN AT ROLLINS COLLEGE

ADULTS: $40; CHILDREN: $22

*Children 5 and under: Free Dec. 10 & 17

300 E. New England Ave., Winter Park | 407-998-8090 thealfondinn.com

The team at The Alfond Inn is putting the finishing touches on expansion and renovation projects and opening a new wellness spa and haven’t worked out the menu for this year’s Santa breakfast. When we know details, we’ll update our online version.

The Grinch and Friends Character Breakfast at Universal Orlando.

Among the irresistible goodies are chef-carved, brown sugar-glazed ham; French toast sticks; bacon and turkey sausage links. Indulge in such traditional favorites as: biscuits and sausage gravy; scrambled eggs; Western omelets; potato tots; oatmeal, freshly cut seasonal fruit; yogurt with topping bar; assorted cereals; freshly baked pastries and beverages such as milk, juice and coﬀee. Gluten-free options are available.

After breakfast, stroll the park and explore the SeaWorld Christmas Celebration, which runs through Jan. 2. Take in the live holiday shows, browse the marketplaces and, perhaps, ﬁnd room for a special seasonal sweet.

THE GRINCH AND FRIENDS CHARACTER BREAKFAST

ADULTS AND CHILDREN 10+: $59; CHILDREN 3-9 YEARS: $33 rough Dec. 29

Universal Islands of Adventure 6300 Universal Blvd., Orlando 407-224-3663 universalorlando.com

Admission to Islands of Adventure is required for this breakfast experience, so it’s an extra-fun way to load up on calories for your marathon day among the crowds and rollercoasters.

Conﬁsco Grille is a full-service restaurant at the park’s Port of Entry and this is a sit-down meal rather than a buﬀet.

BREAKFAST WITH SANTA AT T-REX CAFE

ADULTS: $34; CHILDREN: $20

*Children 2 and under: Free Dec. 9 & 10. 9 a.m.

1676 E. Buena Vista Drive, Lake Buena Vista | 407-828-8739 trexcafe.com

Past events in the Park Avenue Ballroom have offered a buffet overflowing with dishes such as sausage, egg and cheese strata; pecan-smoked bacon; fresh-cut fruit; Belgian waffles with bourbon maple syrup; Greek yogurt with assorted toppings; and pastries, muffins and breads. Santa and his helpers stroll among the tables, meeting families and posing for photos while a pianist plays holiday classics on a baby grand. *Estimates based on last year’s event.

SEAWORLD’S SESAME STREET CHRISTMAS BREAKFAST - SEAFIRE GRILL

ADULTS: $35; CHILDREN: $18

*Pass member discounts apply, park admission required.

rough Dec. 23. 9 a.m.

7007 Seaworld Drive, Orlando 407-545-5550 seaworld.com

Meet fuzzy and furry Sesame Street characters dressed in their holiday best while enjoying a funﬁlled breakfast buﬀet.

Get your tickets early for this sensory blitz because it does sell out. If you have a Santa-loving dinosaur expert or a dinosaur-loving Santa expert in your household, this breakfast experience is for you. e menu includes a warm, assorted breakfast pastry basket with danish, croissants, bagels, biscuits, honey cinnamon butter, fruit jam and herbed cream cheese; applewood-smoked bacon; sausage; scrambled eggs; breakfast potatoes; brioche French toast and buttermilk pancakes; a fresh fruit and assorted berry platter with honey yogurt dipping sauce and hot and cold beverages.

Because this is a restaurant/ educational playspace, the atmosphere and activities are what make this event memorable. Who wouldn’t want photos with Mr. and Mrs. Claus among the giant thunder lizards? Children are also invited to send letters to Santa at the North Pole and everybody gets a goodie bag and a coupon for the T-REX Dino Store.

e Grinch, in all his green glory and sus Santa hat, will do his best to annoy guests as they enjoy their themed foods and breakfast favorites. Expect Who Hash and Green Eggs and Ham.

DOCKSIDE LAKE NONA

ADULTS: $35; CHILDREN: $25 Dec. 2 | 10:30 a.m. & noon 13623 Sachs Ave., Orlando 407-455-3435 docksidelakenona.com

Far from the theme park crowds (about 30 minutes, really) and in the high-technology hub of Lake Nona is a breakfast with Santa that puts the emphasis on good food and warm company. Plus a donut wall. We are willing to bet that Dockside is the only place in town boasting a wall of frosted, sugar-dusted and cream-ﬁlled doughnuts.

Dockside is a special-events venue adjacent to Canvas Restaurant and Market, which is a regular recipient of foodie accolades, so a creative breakfast in a stylish, modern space is to be expected for its two seatings. Santa and Mrs. Claus will be bringing holiday cheer and keepsake photo opportunities as guests enjoy a relaxed experience with a lakeside view.

Santa and Mrs. Claus bringing holiday cheer at Dockside Lake Nona.

Santa Breakfast at Maria & Enzo’s Ristorante at Disney Springs.

Unique Dining Experiences Abound at Signia by Hilton Orlando Bonnet Creek and Waldorf Astoria Orlando

Don’t miss their next must-do event, Epicurious: Sip & Savor, happening Saturday, December 9. Tickets are on sale now, but they will sell out.

BY BRENDAN O’CONNOR

Above: Get into some Monkey Business at Mixology; think Hamilton Pot still black rum, banane du Brasil, cocchi Americano, Demerara and lime clariﬁed in Garam masala coconut milk.

HILTON

AAS A BIG-BONED gentleman in the food writing industry, moderation is key to not only surviving a night out on the job but also in making sure your life isn’t cut short from all of the rich foods you’re exposed to on an almost daily basis. I’m certainly not complaining, but it can be a lot. I say this because I just attended one of the most excessive food orgies of my entire career, and you have the opportunity to buy a ticket and do it yourself for their next amazing experience.

Signia by Hilton Orlando Bonnet Creek and Waldorf Astoria Orlando co-rang a dinner bell in September and invited me to attend one of their new Epicurious Progressive Dinner Tours on their Disney-adjacent campus, along with a gaggle of local inﬂuencers and food writers. To make it a little bit sexier, the tour even came with a free night in their fancy hotel so I signed right up.

e 14-person guided tour includes stops at multiple restaurants on property ranging from Italian and sushi to pop-up Southern-inspired food trucks and farm-to-table cuisine. It takes a whopping four hours to complete. It’s a crash course in the award-winning talent the hotels have on-site, and I’ll be honest, it was impressive. Your group makes its way from destination to destination over those four hours, which should give you enough time to digest a bit and make some room, but by the end of my own food adventure, I was ﬁt to burst.

Braised rabbit

La Luce

e first stop on the tour is La Luce, the signature restaurant for Signia by Hilton. e modern Italian country kitchen is open to guests and off-site visitors alike and features a menu of wood-fired thin-crust pizzas and homemade pasta so fresh it’ll curl your toes.

e first dish was a decadent flatbread with seasonal fruit, burrata and prosciutto, which was so good I went back for seconds. Which was a pretty rookie mistake given the scope of the evening. It was followed by a risotto al tartufo with porcini mushroom and shaved black truffle — basically, a welcomed vehicle to shovel black truffles into my mouth with reckless abandon.

Zeta Asia

e hotel’s second signature restaurant is modern and hip and serves a variety of pan-Asian dishes that really highlight the skills of Chef Jesus Pinto, with innovative sauces and pairings like a kimchi chimichurri that made me wish I could order extra in a to-go mason jar to bring home with me later.

Zeta’s tasting menu included some Hotate Yuzuyaki (seared scallops with a yuzu parmesan foam), bulgogi beef with roasted eggplant miso and the aforementioned kimchi chimichurri, and a Makizushi Duo of crab salad and avocado-topped tuna.

Vibe Kitchen Food Truck

At this point, I was starting to feel a little uncomfortably full. at extra piece of ﬂatbread had wedged itself into my gullet and wasn’t leaving much room for the aforementioned bulgogi beef, but I saddled up at the food truck like a champion (very) heavyweight, ready for the next match.

from Bull & Bear; Below: the Makizushi Duo from Zeta Asian and the crispy frozen pavlova from Bull & Bear.

And of course, it was a double meat platter. The overwhelmingly cheerful crew of the Vibe Kitchen Food Truck rolled into the party like a rowdy group of sailors, with plates piled high with house-smoked pulled pork and brisket, coleslaw, house-made pickles and the best cheddar biscuit I’ve ever had in my life. I actually bundled up three biscuits that my co-tour-goers had neglected and packed them into my pockets to nibble on later. One of them even made its way home and I gobbled it up three days after and it was still delicious.

Bull & Bear

Left: Bulgogi beef with an edamame puree, roasted eggplant miso and kimchee chimichurri. Below: The Waldorf Astoria Orlando greets dining guests; everything on the menu at Bull & Bear is mouth-watering, including their fried chicken.

The storied Bull & Bear restaurant at Waldorf Astoria Orlando is currently under renovations but rather than just closing up shop and sending that staff somewhere else on property, the hotel simply moved the restaurant into a temporary home at sister restaurant, Oscar’s, for a few months. Here we were greeted with dishes of braised rabbit accompanied with chestnut spaetzle, seasonal wild mushrooms and winter vegetables and pomegranate. And we finished it all off with a crispy frozen pavlova made with smoked Madagascar vanilla bean ice cream, strawberry sorbet and red berry emulsion.

Bull & Bear is the consummate resort dining experience with top-notch service from professionals who have honed their craft over decades, offering farm-to-table seasonal dishes, in an un-stuffy atmosphere and the tour was a great way to dip my toe in their dining room without fear of a massive bill and I can’t wait to go back now that I’m not afraid of commitment.

Tickets to the next progressive dinner on December 9 are $210 per person, plus gratuity and taxes and since you’re dropping that much on the experience, I can’t recommend the hotel stay add-on enough.

If I had been expected to drive back to College Park after downing all of that food and tasty booze, I would have ended up in a ditch. You can book a room at $195 per night as part of a fun staycation package at Signia by Hilton and the rooms are super cute and the ideal place to sequester and drift off into dreamland after all that deliciousness.

And perhaps the best part; the Epicurious Sip & Savor event will feature even more tastings. It’ll be taking place in the Bonnet Creek Ballroom in Signia by Hilton, with everything in one room to save on all of the walking I did.

HILTON; WALDORF ASTORIA ORLANDO

HOLIDAY EVENTS,

APOPKA HOLIDAY HAPPENINGS

From a tree lighting ceremony in Kit Land Nelson Park to the 47th Annual Apopka Christmas Parade to a free pops concert with the Orlando Philharmonic Orchestra at the Apopka Amphitheater, Apopka’s Christmas traditions emphasize the joy of the season. 407-703-1700. apopka.net

Dec. 1: Apopka Tree Lighting, 6 p.m Dec. 2: NOLA Holiday Brass Band, 5 p.m. Dec. 9: The Foliage Sertoma Club of Apopka’s 47th Annual Apopka Christmas Parade, 10 a.m. Dec. 9: Holiday Pops with the Orlando Philharmonic Orchestra, 5 p.m.

CITY OF ORLANDO TREE LIGHTING CELEBRATION

Dec. 1: One of Orlando’s most-loved events is the lighting of the city’s six-story tree featuring 88,000 lights. Before the lighting, neighbors and visitors are treated to snowfalls, a visit with Santa and a holiday show at Walt Disney Amphitheater featuring the Orlando Concert Band. Stroll the Merry Market, open each weekend through Dec. 23, where more than 30 vendors make shopping local easy and enjoyable.

5-9 p.m., Lake Eola Park, 195 N. Rosalind Ave., Orlando. 407-246-2121. orlando.gov

LIGHT UP WINTER GARDEN

‘Tis the season for all that is jolly and bursting with Christmas spirit and Winter Garden has much to share throughout the month. Look for A Merry Winter Garden Light Show happening on select nights and horse-drawn holiday carriage tours on select days. 407-656-4111. downtownwg.com

Dec. 1: Light Up Winter Garden tree- and street-lighting ceremony, 6 p.m.

Dec. 2: Winter Garden Christmas Parade, South Dillard Street, 10 a.m.

Dec. 7: Chanukah Celebration & Menorah Lighting, 6 p.m.

Dec. 8, 15, 22, 29: Holiday Fridays on the Plaza music performances, 7 p.m.

Dec. 9: A Very Merry Farmers Market with Santa, 8 a.m.

MOUNT DORA HOLIDAY EVENTS

This quaint town loves the Christmas season and wants to share the joy. The whole month is packed with festivities and events, including a Christmas parade, lighted boat parade, a Santa tour of neighborhoods, snow in Donnelly Park, a Christmas market `and more.

Visit ci.mount-dora.ﬂ.us for a complete listing of events. 352-735-7100.

November 25: Light Up Mount Dora

Dec. 1: Mount Dora Area Chamber of Commerce Christmas Walk, 6 p.m.

Dec. 13: Lake Concert Band Holiday Concert, 7 p.m.

WINTER PARK FESTIVITIES

The city of Winter Park partners with the Winter Park Chamber of Commerce, the Park Avenue Merchants Association and Enzian Theater to transform Park Avenue into a pedestrianfriendly winter wonderland with music, food and festivities. 407-644-8281. winterpark.org

Dec. 1: Winter on the Avenue kicks o the holiday season with a tree-lighting ceremony, a menorah lighting, strolling carolers, jazz on Park Avenue, Popcorn Flicks in the Park, announcement of art contest winners and, of course, a visit from Santa Claus. 5-9 p.m.

Dec. 2: More than 80 organizations will be rolling in the 71st Annual Ye Olde Hometown Christmas Parade, the oldest holiday parade in Central Florida, as it travels down Park Avenue, starting at Cole Avenue. 9-10:30 a.m

The UCF Choirs and members of the UCF Symphony Orchestra and faculty join vocal jazz quartet Resolve for Christmas favorites, spirituals and carols that will ﬁll the evening with holiday cheer. EVENT SUBMISSIONS: For

THE BEST CHRISTMAS PAGEANT EVER—THE MUSICAL

Dec. 1-17: In a certain small town in America, one family’s kids are a little more mischievous than most, and they have set their sights on starring in the annual Christmas pageant

Dec. 1, 2, 7, 8, 15 at 7:30 p.m.; Dec. 3, 9, 10, 17 at 2 p.m.; ASL show Dec. 16 at 2 p.m. Osceola Arts, 2411 E. Irlo Bronson Memorial Highway, Kissimmee. 407-846-6257. osceolaarts.org

AVALON AGLOW & HOLIDAY EVENTS

Dec. 2: Join this picturesque neighborhood for a public celebration featuring a heartwarming holiday parade, food trucks, a bounce park, community performances and fireworks. 3-9 p.m. 3680 Avalon Park East Blvd., Orlando. 407658-6565. avalonparkorlando.com

Dec. 5 & 14: Holiday Hayrides, 6 p.m.

Dec. 6: Holiday Light Bike Tour, 6 p.m

Dec. 9: Children’s Winter Party, 10 a.m Dec. 9: Milk & Cookies with Santa, 3 p.m.

LIGHT UP THE HOLIDAYS

Dec. 2: Cranes Roost Park dresses up for the holidays with displays featuring 200,000 lights and a 60-foot tree decorated with thousands of ornaments. Visit with Mr. and Mrs. Santa Claus amid the holiday fountain show, choreographed fireworks, live music, dance performances and kids’ activities. 5-9 p.m. 274 Cranes Roost Blvd., Altamonte Springs. 407-571-8863. altamonte.org

ORLANDO POTTERY FESTIVAL & HOLIDAY ARTS MARKET

Dec. 2-3: Central Florida’s largest winter ceramic arts celebration and market features unique, handcrafted items for the home, garden and gift giving. Shop the diverse range of works produced by more than 50 local artists. Saturday 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Sunday 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Florida National Guard Armory, 2809 S. Ferncreek Ave., Orlando. orlandopotteryfestival.org

WINTER WONDERLAND & THE MARKET PLACE

Dec. 2-3: The self-guided Celebration Holiday Home Tour features the Winter Wonderland display of themed holiday trees and tablescapes. All the holiday decorations and gifts at Winter Wonderland, and much more, are available for purchase at The Market Place. Saturday 1-7 p.m., Sunday noon-4 p.m. 1175 Celebration Ave. 407-566-1234. celebrationfoundation.org

RUSSIAN BALLET ORLANDO’S ‘THE NUTCRACKER’

Dec. 2, 8, 10, 16: Russian Ballet Orlando brings to life this classic holiday tale with spectacular dancing, singing and costumes that will transport audiences to the Land of Sweets. Times TBA. Dec. 2 at The Ritz Theater at Wayne Densch Performing Arts Center, 201 S. Magnolia Ave., Sanford. Dec. 8 at Orlando Family Stage, 1001 E. Princeton St., Orlando. Dec. 10 at Polk Theatre, 139 S. Florida Ave., Lakeland. Dec. 16 at Walt Disney Amphitheater, 195 N. Rosalind Ave., Orlando.

ONGOING EVENTS

MONTHLY HAPPENINGS AROUND TOWN

NOTE: Events may be canceled or moved to a virtual format as needed; call or check websites before attending.

APOPKA FARMERS MARKET

Dec. 7, 14, 21, 28: Spend your Thursdays exploring local produce, foods and crafts. 5:30-8 p.m. Kit Land Nelson Park, 10 N. Forest Ave., Apopka. apopkafarmersmarket.com

AVALON PARK FOOD TRUCK NIGHT

Dec. 17: The Avalon Innovation Center parking lot comes alive with the area’s best food truck cuisine, served along with music and fun, the third Sunday of each month. 5-8 p.m., 3801 Park East Blvd. avalonparkorlando.com

CASSELBERRY FOOD TRUCKS

Dec. 8: Bring lawn chairs, tables and blankets for this evening of food, drink and free entertainment happening the second Friday of the month. 6-9 p.m. Lake Concord Park, 95 Triplet Lake Drive. casselberry.org

FIRST THURSDAYS AT OMA

Dec. 7: Mingle with local artists and view their work, enjoy live music and walk through the galleries of the Orlando Museum of Art. 6-9 p.m. Orlando Museum of Art, 2416 N. Mills Ave., Orlando. omart.org

MOUNT DORA 2ND FRIDAY

ART IN THE ALLEY

Dec. 8: Downtown galleries are open to the public while art exhibitors and musicians line Royellou Lane showcasing original works, handmade goods and acoustic sounds. Free. Galleries open 6-8 p.m. Sidewalk exhibitions until 9 p.m. 138 E. Fifth Ave., Mount Dora. mountdoracenterforthearts.org

ORLANDO FARMERS MARKET

Dec. 3, 10, 17, 24, 31: Stroll the park at Lake Eola and browse the seasonal fresh produce and so much more at this dog-friendly Sunday market. 10 a.m.-3 p.m. 20 N. Eola Drive, Orlando. orlando.gov

SANFORD’S ALIVE AFTER 5 STREET PARTY

Dec. 14: Come out and experience Central Florida’s largest recurring street party, held the second Thursday of the month in historic downtown Sanford, with music, food, craft beer and shopping. 5-8 p.m. 230 E. First St., Sanford. historicdowntownsanford.com

SANFORD ART & JAZZ NIGHT

Dec. 21: This event every third Thursday revolves around art, jazz and local businesses. Explore galleries and art spaces as you discover this river town’s culture and nightlife, food and art. 6-9 p.m. historicdowntownsanford.com

THE SOKO MARKETPLACE IN HANNIBAL SQUARE

Dec. 2, 9, 16, 23, 30: Peruse the goods on offer, listen to great music and indulge in delicious foods while helping to support entrepreneurs of color every Saturday. 8 a.m.-1 p.m. Shady Park, 721 W. New England Ave., Winter Park. hannibalsquareheritagecenter.org

THORNTON 2ND THURSDAY WINE & ART WALK

Dec. 14: Stroll and sip from the more than 20 purveyors of tasty libations as you explore art vendors, live music, friendship and fun. The 808, 808 E. Washington St., Orlando. thorntonparkdistrict.com

3RD THURSDAY GALLERY HOP & ART WALK

Dec. 21: Visitors converge on the core of Orlando’s Downtown Arts District to browse the galleries and nontraditional art venues that spotlight the best of established and emerging Orlando-based artists. 6-9 p.m. Rogers Kiene Building, 39 S. Magnolia Ave., Orlando. 3rdthu.com

WEEKENDS AT THE WINERY

Dec. 2, 3, 9, 10, 16, 17, 23, 24, 30, 31: Pick a spot on the expansive green at Lakeridge Winery and Vineyards and bask in the fresh air and sunshine while enjoying live entertainment, food truck offerings and wines by the glass. Noon-4 p.m. 19239 U.S. 27 N., Clermont. lakeridgewinery.com

WINTER GARDEN FARMERS MARKET

Dec. 2, 9, 16, 23, 30: Browse among a large selection of vendors offering locally grown produce, baked goods, homemade soaps and fresh flowers. Live entertainment each week. 8 a.m.-1 p.m. Saturdays. Downtown Pavilion, 104 S. Lakeview Ave., Winter Garden. wintergardenfarmersmarket.com

UCF’S KNIGHTS SEASON OF JOY

Dec. 3: The UCF Choirs and members of the UCF Symphony Orchestra and faculty join vocal jazz quartet Resolve for Christmas favorites, spirituals and carols that will fill the evening with holiday cheer. 7 p.m. Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts, 445 S. Magnolia Ave., Orlando. 844-513-2014. drphillipscenter.org

CHRISTMAS AT THE MOVIES—A VERY MERRY SEQUEL

Dec. 7-8: Central Florida Community Arts Community Choir is a powerful, 300-voice ensemble that’s perfect for a holiday extravaganza. They and members of the CFCArts Symphony Orchestra celebrate the season with a program of music from all the merriest of movies ever made. 7:30 p.m., Northland Church, 522 Dog Track Road, Longwood. 407-937-1800. cfcarts.com

ORLANDO BALLET’S ‘THE NUTCRACKER’

Dec. 8-24: Art Director Jorden Morris spent three years reimagining this heavyweight holiday classic, bringing new sets, choreography, lighting and costumes to the stage to tell this sweet and whimsical tale. Expect giant snow globes, fancy mice and high-flying surprises.

Thursday-Saturday 7:30 p.m., Sunday 2 & 7 p.m. Sensory-friendly shows: Dec. 9, 16, 23 at 2 p.m. Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts, 445 S. Magnolia Ave., Orlando. 844-513-2014. drphillipscenter.org

11TH ANNUAL VIOLECTRIC HOLIDAY SHOW

Dec. 9: Rock into the holiday season with this free, family- and pet-friendly outdoor concert featuring holiday tunes and mashups on electrified strings. Bring your pet for a night out. 7 p.m. Walt Disney Amphitheater at Lake Eola, 195 N. Rosalind Ave., Orlando. violectric.net

MAKING SPIRITS BRIGHT

Dec. 9: Join the 100-plus voices of the Brevard Community Chorus as they and members of the Brevard Symphony Orchestra perform some of the season’s most-loved music, including highlights from Handel’s oratorio, “Messiah.” The concert ends with an audience sing-along of traditional favorites. 7:30 p.m. King Center for the Performing Arts, 3865 N. Wickham Road, Melbourne. 321-242-2219. kingcenter.com

A CLASSICAL CHRISTMAS

Dec. 9-10: The Bach Festival Choir and Orchestra will be joined by the Bach Festival Children’s Choirs for this joyous celebration, a beloved Central Florida tradition renowned for its national broadcasts on PBS. 2 & 5 p.m. both days. Bach Festival Society of Winter Park, Knowles Memorial Chapel, 1000 Holt Ave., Winter Park. 407-646-2182. bachfestivalflorida.org

PHANTASMAGORIA’S A MOST

HAUNTED VICTORIAN CHRISTMAS

Dec. 9-10; 15; 22-23: Gather ‘round the hearth at three venues with Central Florida’s one and only Victorian performance troupe as it weaves tales both whimsical and macabre in a spirited approach to Christmas. Dec. 9 at 8 p.m., Dec. 10 at 2 p.m. Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts, 445 S. Magnolia Ave., Orlando. 844-5132014. drphillipscenter.org. Dec. 15 at 7:30 p.m.

Ritz Theater at Wayne Densch Performing Arts Center, 201 S. Magnolia Ave., Sanford. 407321-8111. ritztheatersanford.com. Dec. 22-23 at 7:30 p.m. Athens Theatre, 124 N. Florida Ave., DeLand. 386-736-1500. athensdeland.com

PEACE ON EARTH—MAKE

THE YULETIDE GAY!

Dec. 10 & 16: Join the Orlando Gay Chorus for a holiday spectacular from around the world. Explore Christmas, Hanukkah and Kwanzaa traditions while enjoying songs performed in English, German, Spanish, Swahili, Korean, Zulu, Hawaiian and Mandarin for a truly international experience. Sunday 4 p.m. at Lake Highland Preparatory School, 901 Highland Ave., Orlando. Saturday 7:30 p.m. at Ritz Theater at Wayne Densch Performing Arts Center, 201 S. Magnolia Ave., Sanford. 407-321-8111. ritztheatersanford.com

A CHARLIE BROWN CHRISTMAS— THE MUSIC OF VINCE GUARALDI

Dec. 15: The animated TV special has been teaching kids the true meaning of the holiday since 1965 and its music went above and beyond, becoming seasonal classics. The Zachary Bartholomew Trio presents an interactive and informative concert of those classics, opening the floodgates on childhood memories. 8 p.m. Blue Bamboo Center for the Arts, 1905 Kentucky Ave., Winter Park. 407-636-9951. bluebambooartcenter.com

SUGAR PLUM FAIRY’S WINTER TALE

Dec. 15: Orlando Metropolitan Ballet’s presentation of a magical journey as the Sugar Plum Fairy welcomes Clara and her nutcracker-toy prince to the Land of Sweets in this two-act ballet. 7 p.m. Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts, 445 S. Magnolia Ave., Orlando. 844-5132014. drphillipscenter.org

THE ILLUSIONISTS—MAGIC OF THE HOLIDAYS

Dec. 15: The holiday season is magical, so how about some literal magic among the twinkling lights? The Illusionists bring a mix of outrageous and astonishing acts to the stage in, as they say, “unprecedented proportions,” and it might be worthwhile to find out what exactly that means. 8 p.m. Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts, 445 S. Magnolia Ave., Orlando. 407-3586603. drphillipscenter.org

A SWINGIN’ CHRISTMAS—THE HOLIDAY MUSIC OF TONY BENNETT

Through Dec. 16: This show rings in the holidays with Bennett’s quintessential songs and features 18 Christmas classics. Thursday-Saturday 7:30 p.m., Friday-Sunday 2 p.m. Check website for additional times on select dates. Winter Park Playhouse, 711 N. Orange Ave., Suite C, Winter Park. 407-645-0145. winterparkplayhouse.org

IRVING BERLIN’S WHITE CHRISTMAS

Through Dec. 17: This musical showcases many of Berlin’s legendary songs and is based on the 1954 film “White Christmas.” Dreaming of a white Christmas is the theme but this show also is a heartwarming evening of nostalgia and American pride. Saturday 2:30 p.m.; Thursday, Friday, Sunday 12:30 p.m. Athens Theatre, 124

N. Florida Ave., DeLand. 386-736-1500. athensdeland.com

ORLANDO BIG BAND—A WHITE CHRISTMAS

Dec. 17: Sing along with your holiday favorites, such as “Jingle Bells,” “Sleigh Ride” and “Santa Baby” as the OBB steps back in time for a spirited Christmas celebration. 3 p.m. Ritz Theater at Wayne Densch Performing Arts Center, 201 S. Magnolia Ave., Sanford. 407-321-8111. ritztheatersanford.com.

ORLANDO JAZZ ORCHESTRA PRESENTS ‘THE NUTCRACKER SUITE’

Dec. 17: The OJR, led by drummer Greg Parnell, presents Duke Ellington’s jazz interpretation of Tchaikovsky’s “The Nutcracker.” 3 p.m. Blue Bamboo Center for the Arts, 1905 Kentucky Ave., Winter Park. 407-636-9951. bluebambooartcenter.com

CELTIC WOMAN—CHRISTMAS SYMPHONY 2023

Dec. 19: Experience the angelic harmonies of Ireland’s most successful female group ever in an intimate setting with a full symphonic orchestra to accompany. 7:30 p.m. The Peabody Auditorium, 600 Auditorium Blvd., Daytona Beach. 386-671-3462. peabodyauditorium.org

CHRISTMAS SWING WITH THE ORLANDO BIG BAND

Dec. 19: The OBB has invited some friends— Bing, Rosemary, Cab, Glenn, Artie and Benny— to help them ring in the season with some of the greatest holiday hits of all time. 3 & 7 p.m. Athens Theatre, 124 N. Florida Ave., DeLand. 386-736-1500. athensdeland.com

CIRQUE MUSICA HOLIDAY WONDERLAND

Dec. 21: This international circus of acrobats and dancers, actors and musicians transports the audience to a wonderland of grace and athletic dare-devilry wrapped in the magic of the holiday season. 7:30 p.m. King Center for the Performing Arts, 3865 N. Wickham Road, Melbourne. 321-242-2219. kingcenter.com

TRANS-SIBERIAN ORCHESTRA—THE GHOSTS OF CHRISTMAS EVE

Dec. 22: With TSO’s fusion of rock, classical and orchestral elements, their holiday albums and theatrical live performances have become a family tradition for millions of people around the globe. 2:30 & 7:30 p.m. Amway Center, 400 W. Church St., Orlando. 407-440-7900. amwaycenter.com

MICKEY’S VERY MERRY CHRISTMAS PARTY

Through Dec. 22: Make some very merry memories in the Magic Kingdom amid the snow and splendor of the holidays. Mickey and friends welcome guests with a seasonal parade, fireworks, treats, musical shows and rocking Christmas parties. Select nights. Walt Disney World Resort, Lake Buena Vista. disneyworld. disney.go.com

Photos by Kristen Weaver Photography

ONTHETOWN CALENDAR

MOONSHINE & MISTLETOE—AN

APPALACHIAN CHRISTMAS TALE

Through Dec. 23: This musical throwback to a simpler time tells the tale of the Ballards, who welcome family and friends into their mountain home to celebrate Christmas Day in the midst of the Great Depression. They have no gifts to give so they share their love of Appalachian hymns and carols. Check website for times. Garden Theatre, 160 W. Plant St., Winter Garden. 407-877-4736. gardentheatre.org

SEAWORLD CHRISTMAS CELEBRATION

Through Dec. 31: Create traditions and unforgettable memories with family and friends in this winter wonderland sparkling with 3 million holiday lights. Indulge in seasonal shopping, animal shows, live entertainment and specialty treats and beverages. Included with park admission. SeaWorld Orlando, 7007 Sea World Drive, Orlando. 407-545-5550. seaworld.com

HOLIDAYS AT UNIVERSAL ORLANDO

Through Dec. 31: Grab your Muggle friends and get your cheer on as Hogsmeade and Diagon Alley are transformed for the holidays. Indulge in the spirit of the season with special treats and activities, Universal’s Holiday Parade and much more. Included with park admission. Universal Orlando Resort, 6000 Universal Blvd., Orlando. 407-363-8000. universalorlando.com

HOLIDAY NIGHTS AT ISLAND

H2O WATER PARK

Through Dec. 31: Christmas in Florida lends itself to a tropical-themed holiday and a water park is a fitting venue. This immersive, family-friendly experience includes dazzling light displays, community choirs, DJs, weekend luaus, seasonal foods, children’s activities and more. Visit website for dates and tickets. Island H2O Water Park, 3230 Inspiration Drive, Kissimmee. 407-910-1401. islandh2owaterpark.com

ORLANDO SHAKES ‘A CHRISTMAS CAROL’

Through Dec. 24: This adaptation by Artistic Director Jim Helsinger features favorite carols, awe-inspiring special effects and the timeless tale of redemption for the heart and soul of miser Ebenezer Scrooge. Check website for times. Orlando Shakes, 812 E. Rollins St., Orlando. 407-447-1700. orlandoshakes.org

EPCOT INTERNATIONAL FESTIVAL OF THE HOLIDAYS

Through Dec. 30: This yuletide extravaganza features traditions, foods and beverages from Epcot’s World Showcase nations and special kiosks. Merry experiences await, including the Holiday Cookie Stroll, Candlelight Processional, the story of Christmas told by a celebrity narrator and a 50-piece orchestra with full choir. EPCOT at Walt Disney World Resort, Lake Buena Vista. disneyworld.disney.go.com

HOLIDAYS AT LEGOLAND

Through Dec. 31: It’s a Lego lover’s dream Christmas with decorations, a giant tree, Santa and a toy soldier all made out of LEGO blocks. Special activities include seasonal shows, twinkling lights, holiday treats and more, all included

with admission. Check website for days. 1 Legoland Way, Winter Haven. 888-690-5346. legoland.com

HOLIDAYS AT THE MORSE MUSEUM

Through Dec. 30: Friday night admission is free throughout the holiday season, as are holiday events and live music programs. 445 N. Park Ave., Winter Park. 407-645-5311. morsemuseum.org

CELEBRATION NOW SNOWING

Through Dec. 31: Disney’s Celebration hosts free holiday festivities nightly in its downtown area. Snow falls as carolers sing holiday favorites. Paid activities include photos with Santa, a train ride and ice skating. Celebration Town Center, 610 Sycamore St., Celebration. 407-5664007. celebrationtowncenter.com

CHRISTMAS AT GAYLORD PALMS

Through Jan. 3: Gaylord Palms is a Christmas destination for locals and visitors alike, with acres of festive decorations, dozens of sensory experiences, fun activities, live shows and more. The ICE! show returns, featuring “A Charlie Brown Christmas,” built of truckloads of ice blocks that are carved by artisans from China. Buy tickets online. 6000 W. Osceola Parkway, Kissimmee. 407-586-0000. christmasatgaylordpalms.com

DAZZLING NIGHTS AT LEU GARDENS

Through Jan. 6: Immerse yourself in the wonders of the holidays at Dazzling Nights, a three-quarter-mile journey of awe-inspiring light experiences brought to life by Creative City Project. This magical, interactive family experience features a 30-foot-tall tree made of thousands of shimmering gold sequins, a 70-foot-long light tunnel, a laser forest, snowy nights and holiday tunes, treats and beverages. Choose dates and entry times online. Harry P. Leu Gardens, 1920 N. Forest Ave., Orlando dazzlingorlando.com

HOLIDAY BLOOMS

Through Jan. 7: Thousands of colorful poinsettias and other seasonal flowers and foliage burst with yuletide spirit along the paths of the garden’s 50 acres. Included with daytime admission. Harry P. Leu Gardens, 1920 N. Forest Ave., Orlando. 407-246-2620. leugardens.org

SPECIAL EVENTS

ASIAN LANTERN FESTIVAL—INTO THE WILD

Through Jan. 14: One of the zoo’s most popular events is back for a fourth year, with new lanterns for this stunning evening experience with larger-than-life illuminated lanterns celebrating the culture, art and beauty of Asia’s traditional lantern festivals. LED-lighted sculptures depicting animals, plants and traditional Chinese elements line the paths for this outdoor display. 6-10 p.m. Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens, 3755 W. Seminole Blvd., Sanford. 407323-4450. centralfloridazoo.org

FLOREX 2023 FLORIDA STAMP SHOW

Dec. 1-2: This World Series of Philately show presents 30 dealers from all over North America, showcasing the rare and the beautiful. This year’s show features a youth area, a USPS substation, door prizes, workshops and more. Free parking and admission. Friday 10 a.m.-6 p.m., Saturday 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Volusia County Fairgrounds, 3150 E. New York Ave., DeLand. florexstampshow.com

ORLANDO STORY CLUB CHAMPIONSHIP

Dec. 13: The Orlando Story Club is a live storytelling competition. Anyone with a story that fits the theme is invited to put their name in the hat, in the hope they will be one of 10 chosen to tell their story. Winners from the previous shows then compete for the title of Ultimate Storytelling Champion, which comes with hyperlocal fame. 7 p.m. CityArts Orlando, 39 Magnolia Ave., Orlando. 407-648-7060. downtownartsdistrict.com

MUSIC

THE ABBEY

100 S. Eola Drive, Orlando. 407-704-6261. abbeyorlando.com

Dec. 6: Candlelight—Holiday Special featuring “The Nutcracker,” 6:30 p.m.

Dec. 13: Candlelight—Holiday Special featuring “The Nutcracker,” 6:30 & 9 p.m.

Dec. 20: Candlelight—Holiday Special featuring “The Nutcracker,” 6:30 & 9 p.m.

AMWAY CENTER

400 W. Church St., Orlando. 407-440-7900. amwaycenter.com

Dec. 7: Jhayco, 8 p.m.

Dec. 10: El Alfa, 8 p.m.

Dec. 13: Pentatonix, 7:30 p.m.

Dec. 15: Rod Wave, featuring Ari Lennox, Toosii & Eelmatic, 8 p.m.

THE BEACHAM

46 N. Orange Ave., Orlando. 407-648-8363. foundation-presents.com

Dec. 8: Linkin Park/Nirvana Tribute, 6 p.m. Dec. 15: Lil Darkie and the Collapse of Modern Society, 6 p.m.

BLUE BAMBOO CENTER FOR THE ARTS

1905 Kentucky Ave., Winter Park. 407-6369951. bluebambooartcenter.com

Dec. 1: Solomon Jaye, 8 p.m.

Dec. 3: John DePaola Quintet, 3 p.m.

Dec. 5: Tuesday Night Hang with Chris Cortez, Walt Hubbard, Doug Mathews, Ed Kraut and guests, 8 p.m.

Dec. 6: John Redfield Trio, 8 p.m.

Dec. 7: Jack Graham & Friends, with Patrick Hagerman, 8 p.m.

Dec. 8: Jack Graham & Friends, with Patrick Hagerman, 8 p.m.

Dec. 9: Jack Graham & Friends, with Ka Malinalli, 8 p.m.

Dec. 10: Carol Stein & Friends, 3 p.m.

Dec. 12: Tuesday Night Hang with Chris Cortez, Walt Hubbard, Doug Mathews, Ed Kraut and guests, 8 p.m.

Dec. 13: Greg Diaz Quartet, with Alain Bradette Quartet, 8 p.m.

Dec. 14: Greg Diaz Quartet, with John Redfield, 8 p.m.

Dec. 16: Greg Diaz Quartet, with John Redfield, 8 p.m.

Dec. 19: Tuesday Night Hang with Chris Cortez, Walt Hubbard, Doug Mathews, Ed Kraut and guests, 8 p.m.

Dec. 20: Alma Skye Quartet, with Bobby Koelble, 8 p.m.

Dec. 21: Alma Skye Quartet, with Bobby Koelble, 8 p.m.

Dec. 23: Suzy Park Quartet, 8 p.m.

Dec. 26: Tuesday Night Hang with Chris Cortez, Walt Hubbard, Doug Mathews, Ed Kraut and guests, 8 p.m.

Dec. 27: LaRue Nickelson Quartet, 8 p.m.

Dec. 30: Cortez & Koelble, 8 p.m.

CELEBRATION FOUNDATION

Community Presbyterian Church, 511 Celebration Ave., Celebration. 407-566-1234. celebrationfoundation.org.

Dec. 15: Zoe Tyler, 7 p.m.

CENTRAL FLORIDA FOLK

Two venues: Winter Park Public Library, 1050 W. Morse Blvd.; Fodor’s Grove, 2218 Vincent Road, Orlando. 407-679-6426. cffolk.org.

Dec. 16: Keith Rea, with Bear and Robert, Winter Park Library, 2 p.m.

CYPRESS BANK & TRUST COURTYARD CABARET SERIES

812 E. Rollins St., Orlando. 407-447-1700. orlandoshakes.org

Dec. 14-23: Chase Padgett—SixString Christmas. Thursday-Saturday 8 p.m.; Sunday, Wednesday 3 p.m.

DR. PHILLIPS CENTER FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS

445 S. Magnolia Ave., Orlando. 844-513-2014. drphillipscenter.org

Dec. 1: Johnny Cash—The Official Concert Experience, 8 p.m.

Dec. 2: Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra with Wynton Marsalis, 7 p.m.

Dec. 13: Sarah Brightman, 8 p.m.

Dec. 16: Mark Tremonti Sings Frank Sinatra, 8 p.m.

Dec. 20: LeAnn Rimes, 8 p.m.

Dec. 30: Trombone Shorty & Orleans Avenue, 7:30 p.m.

HARD ROCK LIVE

6050 Universal Blvd., Orlando. 407-351-5483. hardrock.com

Dec. 31: Classic Albums Live—Pink Floyd “Dark Side of the Moon,” 9:30 p.m.

HOUSE OF BLUES

Disney Springs West Side, 1490 E. Buena Vista Drive, Orlando. 407-934-2583. houseofblues.com

Dec. 1: Los Borjas, 8:30 p.m.

Dec. 2: Justin Quiles, 7 p.m.

Dec. 5: DVSN, 7 p.m.

Dec. 11: Stephen Sanchez, 6:30 p.m.

Dec. 15-16: Wage War, 6 p.m.

Dec. 31: Yacht Rock Revue

New Year’s Eve, 8 p.m.

HOWEY MANSION MUSIC SERIES

100 Citrus Ave., Howey-in-the-Hills. 407-3850636. howeymusicseries.org

Dec. 17: Enrique Sanchez with CuBop, Swinging into the Holidays— Christmas Jazz, 4 p.m.

RITZ THEATER AT WAYNE DENSCH

PERFORMING ARTS CENTER

201 S. Magnolia Ave., Sanford. 407-321-8111. ritztheatersanford.com

Dec. 3: Sanford Jazz Ensemble, 3 p.m.

THE SOCIAL

54 N. Orange Ave., Orlando. 321-710-1279. foundation-presents.com

Dec. 1: Willis, 6 p.m.

Dec. 8: Phony PPL, 6 p.m.

Dec. 9: Vial + JER, 6 p.m.

Dec. 12: La Goony Chonga, 7 p.m.

Dec. 29: Magic City Hippies, 6 p.m.

TIMUCUA ARTS FOUNDATION

2000 S. Summerlin Ave., Orlando. Performances are both in person and live streamed on the website. 800-435-7352. timucua.com

Dec. 6: Energy Wheel, 7:30 p.m.

Dec. 9: Valentin Kovalev—A Night of Wild Sax, 7:30 p.m.

UCF SCHOOL OF PERFORMING ARTS

Rehearsal Hall, 4000 Central Florida Blvd., Orlando. Call box office for performance location. Box office: 407-823-1500. arts.cah.ucf. edu

Dec. 1: Flying Horse Big Band Concert, 8 p.m.

THE VANGUARD

578 N. Orange Ave., Orlando. thevanguard.live

Dec. 15: Walker & Royce, 10 p.m.

WILL’S PUB

1042 N. Mills Ave., Orlando. 407-748-8256. willspub.org

Dec. 2: Wild Party, with Landon Conrath, 8 p.m.

Dec. 3: HIRS Collective, 8 p.m.

Dec. 6: Hillbilly Casino, Oak Hill Drifters, The Handshakes, 8 p.m.

Dec. 8: Ben Nichols, Lulu and the Black Sheep, 8 p.m.

Dec. 12: Urban Heat, Rare DM, Super Passive, 8 p.m.

CLASSICAL MUSIC

ORLANDO PHILHARMONIC ORCHESTRA Box office: 407-770-0071. orlandophil.org. Venues: Steinmetz Hall and Walt Disney Theater, 445 S. Magnolia Ave., Orlando; First United Methodist Church of Orlando, 142 E.

Jackson St. The Plaza Live, 425 N. Bumby Ave., Orlando.

Dec. 9-10: Symphony Storytime Series—Holly Jolly Sounds of the Season, Saturday 10 & 11:30 a.m., Sunday 11 a.m. & 12:30 p.m. The Plaza Live.

STETSON UNIVERSITY SCHOOL OF MUSIC

421 N. Woodland Blvd., Unit 8399, DeLand. Most performances in Lee Chapel of Elizabeth Hall. Check website for location of off-campus concerts. 386-822-8950. stetson.edu

Dec. 1: Stetson University Symphony Orchestra, 7:30 p.m.

Dec. 3: Chamber Music Gala I, 3 p.m.

Dec. 6-9: Christmas Candlelight Concert, 7:30 p.m.

Dec. 10: Chamber Music Gala II, 7:30 p.m.

ST. LUKE’S CONCERT SERIES

St. Luke’s Lutheran Church, 2021 W. SR 426, Oviedo. 407-365-3408 ext. 3508. Concerts also online and on YouTube. sllcs.org

Dec. 1-2: Brass Band of Central Florida, Friday 7 p.m., Saturday 2 p.m.

UCF SCHOOL OF PERFORMING ARTS

Rehearsal Hall, 4000 Central Florida Blvd., Orlando. Call box office for performance location. Box office: 407-823-1500. arts.cah.ucf.edu

Dec. 2: Knights Trumpet Ensemble Concert, 2 p.m.

Dec. 8: UCF Community Choir Winter Concert, 7 p.m.

COMEDY

AMWAY CENTER

400 W. Church St., Orlando. 407-440-7900. amwaycenter.com

Dec. 2: Jo Koy, 8 p.m.

BONKERZ COMEDY CLUB

Weekly stand-up comedy shows at two Orlando-area locations, bonkerzcomedyproductions.com:

The Corner, 70 N. Orange Ave., Orlando. 407629-2665. 21 & up. Friday, Saturday 8:30 p.m.

Center Lake Park of Oviedo, 357 Center Lake Lane, Oviedo. 407-971-5590. 21 & up. Select Saturdays 8 p.m.

DR. PHILLIPS CENTER FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS

445 S. Magnolia Ave., Orlando. 844-513-2014. drphillipscenter.org

Dec. 1: Desi Banks, 7:30 p.m.

Dec. 11: Nurse Blake, 8 p.m.

Dec. 29: Fortune Feimster, 7 p.m.

HARD ROCK LIVE

6050 Universal Blvd., Orlando. 407-351-5483. hardrock.com

Dec. 2: Whose Live Anyway, 8 p.m. Dec. 30: Matt Mathews, 8 p.m.

ORLANDO IMPROV

Pointe Orlando, 9101 International Drive, Suite 2310, Orlando. 407-480-5233. Ages 18 and over. 407-480-5233. theimprovorlando.com

Dec. 1-3: Shuler King, Friday 7:45 p.m., Saturday 7 & 9:30 p.m., Sunday 7 p.m.

Dec. 6: Monet X Change, 7:30 p.m.

Dec. 7: Medium Cindy Kaza, 7:30 p.m.

Dec. 8-9: Jessica Kirson, Friday 7:30 & 10 p.m., Saturday 7 & 9:30 p.m.

Dec. 10: Led Varela (en Español), 7 p.m.

Dec. 15-17: Arnez J, Friday 7:30 & 10 p.m., Saturday 7 & 9:30 p.m., Sunday 7 p.m.

Dec. 19: Steve Ho & Jack Jr., 7:30 p.m.

Dec. 22-23: Ben Brainard, Friday 7:30 p.m., Saturday 7 & 9:30 p.m.

Dec. 28: Rocky Dale Davis, 7:30 p.m.

Dec. 29-30: Tony Baker, Friday 7:30 & 10 p.m., Saturday 7 & 9:30 p.m.

SAK COMEDY LAB

29 S. Orange Ave., Orlando. 407-648-0001. sakcomedylab.com

Unless otherwise noted, see either of SAK’s signature shows, “Duel of Fools,” 7 p.m. or a sixperson improv battle in “King of the Hill,” 9 p.m. on Fridays and Saturdays.

DANCE

DEREK HOUGH—SYMPHONY OF DANCE

Dec. 12: Hough has an award-winning knack for choreographing exciting dance routines and his cast of dancers, featuring Hayley Hough, keep the pace fast in this stage show. 7 p.m. Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts, 445 S. Magnolia Ave., Orlando. 844-513-2014. drphillipscenter.org

STATE BALLET THEATRE OF UKRAINE— SNOW WHITE AND THE SEVEN DWARFS

Dec. 30: The State Ballet Theatre of Ukraine presents a timeless story of the eternal struggle between good and evil through the enchanting fairy tale of a young woman taken care of by a group of hard-working, caring miners. 1:30 & 6:30 p.m. King Center for the Performing Arts, 3865 N. Wickham Road, Melbourne. 321-2422219. kingcenter.com

FILM

AVALON PARK MOVIE UNDER THE STARS Town Park, 3651 Avalon Park E. Blvd., Orlando. 407-658-6565. avalonparkorlando.com

Dec. 8: Elf, movie starts at dark.

CRANES ROOST SUNSET CINEMA 274 Cranes Roost Blvd., Altamonte Springs. 407-571-8863. altamonte.org

Dec. 7: Yogi’s First Christmas, 7 p.m.

Dec. 14: Unaccompanied Minors, 7 p.m.

Dec. 21: Fred Claus, 7 p.m.

ENZIAN

1300 S. Orlando Ave., Maitland. 407-629-0054. enzian.org

Dec. 1: Santa Claus Conquers the Martians, 11:59 p.m.

Dec. 2: National Theatre Live— Othello, 10:30 a.m.

Dec. 6: Jingle All the Way, 3 p.m.

Dec. 9: It’s a Wonderful Life, noon

Dec. 12: Gremlins, 9:30 p.m.

Dec. 13: White Christmas, 3 p.m.

Dec. 16: Rare Exports, noon

Dec. 17: The Nightmare Before Christmas, noon Dec. 18: In the Court of the Crimson King—King Crimson at 50, 9:30 p.m.

Dec. 20: Elf, 3 p.m.

Dec. 26: Eyes Wide Shut, 9 p.m.

Dec. 27: National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation, 3 p.m.

ENZIAN POPCORN FLICKS IN THE PARK

Central Park, 150 W. Morse Blvd., Winter Park. 407-629-0054. enzian.org

Dec. 1: The Muppet Christmas Carol, 7 p.m.

GARDEN THEATRE

160 W. Plant St., Winter Garden. 407877-4736. gardentheatre.org

Dec. 5: Elf, 7 p.m.

Dec. 12: The Nightmare Before Christmas, 7 p.m.

RITZ THEATER AT WAYNE DENSCH

PERFORMING ARTS CENTER

201 S. Magnolia Ave., Sanford. 407-321-8111. ritztheatersanford.com

Dec. 1: The Polar Express, 8 p.m.

THEATER

ADVENTHEALTH BROADWAY IN ORLANDO Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts, 445 S. Magnolia Ave., Orlando. 844-513-2014. drphillipscenter.org

Funny Girl

Dec. 5-10: Fanny Brice, from the Lower East Side, dreamed of becoming a Broadway star despite the lack of support from family and friends. So, of course, she became one of the biggest stars on stage in this little story with an iconic score. Tuesday-Saturday 8 p.m., Saturday 2 p.m., Sunday 1 & 6:30 p.m.

CENTRAL FLORIDA COMMUNITY ARTS 250 SW Ivanhoe Blvd., Orlando. 407-937-1800. cfcarts.com.

A Christmas Carol—The Musical Dec. 1-2: CFCArts’ Youth Troupe brings this classic to the stage. Wealthy old curmudgeon Ebenezer Scrooge, who wishes all a bah, humbug! for Christmas, has a change of heart after getting a sobering look at his Christmases past, present and future. Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts, 445 S. Magnolia Ave., Orlando. 844-513-2014. drphillipscenter. org. Friday 7 p.m., Saturday 2 & 7 p.m

Orlando Magazine’s 50 Most Powerful Reception

The Mall at Millenia was the site of Orlando magazine’s annual reception honoring the 50 Most Powerful People, as selected for the October Issue. The event was sponsored by The Mall at Millenia, Laderach and Neiman Marcus.

1 Mayors Jerry Demings, Angie Gardner, and Buddy Dyer. 2 Charlotte Manley Ustler and Craig Ustler. 3 Cassandra Matej, Anne Marie Hayward, Elisha Gonzalez, Je Hayward. 4 Sabrina DaPonte and Sheri Peterson. 5 Catherine Steck McManus, Ti any Homler Hawkins, Derrick and Loly Chubbs. 6 Randy Ha ner, Georgia Lorenz, Maria Vazquez, Mayor Buddy Dyer, Susan Galloway. 7 The Mall at Millenia team. 8 Commissioner Patti Sheehan , Charlotte Manley Ustler. 9 Alexander and Melinda Cartwright. J Kelly Cohen, Sheri John Mina, Gabriele Gannaway.

WORLD OF GOOD DECEMBER FUNDRAISERS

THROUGH DEC. 8

METROWEST COMMUNITY CHARITY CHALLENGE, benefits Edgewood Children’s Ranch for at-risk youth. Participants are asked to buy gift cards for the ranch’s programs. metrowestcommunity.com

THROUGH DEC. 15

SANTA’S BAG OF HOPE, benefits New Hope for Kids, for children suffering grief, loss or life-threatening illness. Donate gifts and gift cards or order online from wish lists at Walmart, Amazon and Target. newhopeforkids.org

12TH ANNUAL HOLIDAY TOY DRIVE, benefits local underprivileged children. New, unwrapped toys to be given out Dec. 16. Windermere Chamber of Commerce. windermerechamberofcommerce.com

DEC. 2

GOLDEN AGE OF HOLLYWOOD 2023 FUNDRAISER, benefits The Benji Watson Cancer Foundation, supporting families battling pediatric cancer. Orlando Museum of Art. bensvoice.org

OUC ORLANDO HALF-MARATHON & TRACK

SHACK LAKE EOLA 5K, benefits Florida Citrus Sports Foundation and Track Shack Youth Foundation. Lake Eola, Orlando. trackshack.com

DEC. 3

THIRD ANNUAL NIGHT OF HOPE, YouTube livestreamed concert from and for the benefit of Give Kids the World Village. GKTW, Kissimmee. gktw.org

DEC. 4

OPERATION SAVE CHRISTMAS KICKOFF, benefits 1More Kid and its Christmas gift giveaway Dec. 22-23 for 100 children. 11 S. Bumby Ave. 1morekid.com

DEC. 7-9

15TH ANNUAL HEARTS OF REALITY, with more than 100 reality stars, presented by Celebration Town Center, benefiting Give Kids the World Village, Kissimmee. gktw.org

DEC. 9

GREG WARMOTH REINDEER RUN, benefits pediatric cancer and bone marrow transplant programs at AdventHealth for Children and the Marine Corps Reserve’s Toys for Tots. SeaWorld Orlando. trackshack.com.

DEC. 10

TOYS FOR TOTS DRIVE/CAR & TRUCK SHOW, presented by Promenade at Sunset Walk, Marine Corps Reserve and Osceola County Sheriff’s Office, benefiting the Toys for Tots Drive. Promenade at Sunset Walk, Kissimmee. sunsetwalk.com

DEC. 30

SGI WINTER GALA 2023, a holiday party that benefits the elderly in assisted-living facilities. Sheraton Orlando North Hotel, Maitland. silvergala.org

K Jason Siegel, Fred Hawkins, and Representative David Smith. L Paul and Pamela Nabors. M Mark and Josie NeJame, Representative Anna Eskamani, George Diaz, Debra Lowman. N Sta of The Capital Grille. O Guitarist Fred Ramos performs for guests.

Other Events On The Town

1 John and Claudette Busuttil. 2 Lisa and Joe Andary. 3 Sir Dr. Yoshiro NakaMats. 4 Angela and James Sehr. 5 Javier Adams, Loren Alcala and Modesto Alcala. 6 Sebastian and Kathy Taylor. 7 Katrona and Ricardo Walker.

1 Dr. Brian Masters, Dr. Ademola Adewale 2 Gala entertainment. 3 Jocelyn Pichardo, Augusto Titarelli, Sandra Titarelli. 4 Dr. Mark Trolice and Andrea Trolice. 5 Nadene Weil, Tony Perry, Catherine Heideman, Dr. Sam Martin, Alaina Slovis, Mike Perry. 6 Jason And Annie Porter, Dr. Anna Chamoun, Diran Chamoun, Rebeca Del Rio, Fernando Gomez. 7 Kia Malone, Max Axner, Dr. Myrtho Branch, Maribel Camarillo