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MANUEL SÁINZ DE LA PEÑA, M.D. First-place Winner Endocrinology

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SAUNDRA STOCK, M.D. First-place Winner Child & Adolescent Psychiatry

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2017 TOP DOCS Find out who Tampa Bay doctors voted best in their specialties

RECIPES Add some mint to dishes and drinks to give them a wintertime zing

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FASHION Dress up more than just your tree this season with the holiday’s hottest fashions

HISTORY Step back in time to learn the real story of Florida’s Cracker cowboys

PROFILES 59 TAMPA DOCTORS

Review profiles of Tampa Bay doctors in a variety of specialties

DEPARTMENTS MEN’S GROOMING Get tips and tricks to keep your beard playoff-ready all year long from the Tampa Bay Lightning’s Jason Garrison

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ART Learn how one Florida artist went from cutting down trees to sculpting gorgeous ice sculptures

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SHOPPING Light up your New Year’s Eve party with perfectly shiny accessories

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WATER Check out our handy guide to all the ways you can break a sweat on the waters of Downtown Tampa

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HOME A custom closet can make getting dressed feel like shopping at your very own boutique

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HEALTH Don’t start your New Year’s resolution without diet advice from two nutrition specialists

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AROUND TOWN Events around Tampa this December/January

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Top 257 Doctors

SAUNDRA STOCK, M.D. First-place Winner Child & Adolescent Psychiatry

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This month’s cover feature image was taken by senior photographer Gabriel Burgos.

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Dr. Manuel Sáinz de la Peña (Endocrinology) and Dr. Saundra Stock (Child & Adolescent Psychiatry) are two of our Annual Top Docs survey winners. Both were selected from a peer-selected list of the best and brightest physicians in the Tampa Bay area.

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Finally, hockey is officially back in full swing, and we couldn’t be more excited to watch the Lightning fight for another playoff run. I had the pleasure of sitting down with defenseman Jason Garrison and grilling him on the one thing everyone wants to know more about: his famous beard. He filled us in on the best and worst playoff beards on the team, and he even shared a few grooming tips for those of you looking to grow your very own hockey-inspired facial hair.

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Known almost as much for his big hits and booming slapshot as his thick, year-round beard, Jason Garrison is sort of an expert on facial grooming. TAMPA Magazine sat down with No. 5 to get to the root of all that hair.

probably won’t shave, but I don’t think it’s going to make you win or lose. Personally, I’m very superstitious. I won’t shave in the playoffs. I let it go.

TM: What are some beards you admire, either in or out of hockey?

JG: There are a couple guys who have grown their beards for a couple years now out in San Jose. Brent Burns and Joe Thornton, they have some nasty facial hair on that team.

TM: Most hockey players usually save the beard for the end of the season when the playoffs start, but not you. Why? JG: I think shaving regularly can become a little high maintenance, so if I feel like I don’t have the time to do it, I just let it go. I usually shave at the start [of the season] when we do our team pictures and then about every month and a half knock it down to the wood, then go again.

TM: Tell us about the products you use.

JG: You always want to have a clean face, so face wash makes your beard feel a little softer, less itchy.

It’s the same with shampoo.

The products change as the beard does. When it’s longer I’ll use regular hair shampoo and comb it, really scrub it in there. When I’m out of the shower and it’s a month or two in, I’ll comb it, just to give it a professional look. I’ll blow dry it because water gets captured in there, and as soon as you bend down it drips. It’s good for your face, too, I’m sure.

TM: It’s traditionally bad luck to shave, trim or manicure your beard before winning the Stanley Cup – agree or disagree?

JG: I personally won’t shave, but I know some guys that do.

They’ll shave regularly or after a series or a game, and they’ll just maintain what they’re doing all year long. I know a guy who, when we were up 3-0 in a series, shaved, and we lost the next three games in a best of seven series. It’s tied 3-3, and he shaves half his face—only half his face—and we won. A lot of guys are superstitious so they

TM: What, in your own words, is the key to a great playoff beard?

JG: I think the best playoff beards are the ones that don’t look like they’ve been touched.

You just let it go. And rock it.

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BREAK THE ICE In a studio kept at 17 degrees Fahrenheit, artist Collin Atkins turns blocks of ice into works of art.

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ollin Atkins was working a temporary job cutting down trees when he decided to try to carve a face on a tree stump. His wooden visage caught the eye of an ice sculptor who asked Atkins to visit his shop.

“I thought he was just going to show me the sculptures he was working on, but he handed me a drawing on a cocktail napkin and told me to carve and deliver the sculpture because he was going out of town,” Atkins said. “It ended up being a smaller heart than planned because I kept carving it down to make it symmetrical.”

Six years and thousands of blocks of ice later, Atkins has created frozen octopuses,

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glacial genie lamps, arctic elephants and other icy icons for special events, parties and tradeshows. His most recent work is a 6-foot-tall polar bear for Icebar Orlando.

Dressed in insulated pants, gloves and a winter hat, Atkins uses chainsaws, die grinders, ice picks, handsaws and even an iron to get every detail just right.

“One of my favorite quotes I’ve heard about carving ice is, ‘Carving ice is easy. If you want to carve a swan, you just remove the pieces of ice that don’t look like a swan,’” Atkins said. “Each sculpture that I do is better than the last one, and I’m always thinking about ways to improve.”

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Both Dr. Chudzinski and Dr. Massarotti work closely with other specialists at Florida Hospital Tampa to provide a comprehensive treatment plan to meet your individual health needs. “To me the best part about being a doctor is the ability to significantly improve our patients lives,” says Dr. Massarotti.

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Style on Exhibit Inside wardrobe consultant Chris Santelli’s boutique walk-in closet A Space for Shoes - Mix of high and low - Gucci peep-toe pumps - Miu Miu pink snakeskin pumps - Bottega Veneta sandals - Alice + Olivia floral heels - Cole Haan Oxfords - Chucks

A Space for Vanity - BeautyBlender - Too Faced Born This Way foundation - M.A.C. lipsticks - Hourglass concealer - Love Potion perfume - Jo Malone Peony and Blush Suede cologne - Thalgo hand cream from The Grand Beauty Spa

A Space for Handbags - Orange Fendi I got in Rome on my honeymoon - White clutch is GiGi New York from one of my favorite discounted online designer sites, Orchard Mile - Green fedora from Goorin Bros.

- Various clutches (Miu Miu, Michael Kors, Loeffler Randall), which I love because they are easy

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Chris Santelli believes there’s a story behind what we wear — and for that matter, how we wear it.

The fabrics, colors, textures and patterns we gravitate toward.

The way we assemble tops, bottoms, handbags and shoes to create a look that’s uniquely us. All of these things are more than just “things to wear.”

For Santelli, owner of Style Me New, a style concierge service, they’re an expression of our personal style, a direct connection to who we are and how we live. So when she and her husband relocated from San Francisco to Tampa Bay last April, she knew she wanted her new closet space to be much more than an afterthought.

“When I go into my closet, I want to shop it,” she says.

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typical walk-in closet into a boutique-style space with crisp white shelving, glass cabinets and plenty of strategic lighting to highlight her extensive shoe and handbag collection. From start to finish the project took about two months to complete, however actual installation only lasted two days.

“It was really important for me to use great materials,” she said. The base material was imported from Italy, using textile patterns Linen and Corsican Weave, while vanity drawers have decorative Italian glass inserts in Old Silver. The entire space measures 37 square feet with ten-foot ceilings.

But her favorite part?

“My vanity area, which is almost like a desk,” says Chris. “I can go in there and do my work and makeup all in one area, and my son (Grant) can sit there with me and doodle. It’s nice and cozy.”

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Healthy Appetite Expert Guidance On Choosing A Diet Plan We live in a complex world where anything can be personalized—especially dieting. While nothing burns fat and builds muscle like ol’ fashioned exercise, supplementing your workout with body-boosting natural foods and vitamins can elevate your results. TAMPA Magazine asked Dr. Michael Heim, a part-time triathlete, and nutritionist/football player Cody Durakovic how to start, pick and stick with a new diet.

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Fruits and veggies, lean meats, seafood and nuts—the hunter-gatherer diets of our Paleolithic ancestors may seem extreme, but the results speak for themselves. Balanced energy, constant fat burn and improved sleep patterns are all benefits of cutting out processed or pre-cooked foods, but moderation is key—cutting too much too quickly makes your diet exhausting and inconsistent.

Deciding to do away with all animal-derived foods is admirable, but rushing into it without proper supplements can be an extreme your body isn’t prepared for.

CD Going from one extreme to another by consuming nutrients daily and then cutting them out completely results in a rebound or inconsistency. Supplements fill in the dietary voids that occur while following the paleo diet.

PROBIOTIC “GUT HEALTH” DIET Over 90 percent of the immune system is located in your gut, meaning what you put in the tank affects your chances of catching a cold, how well your body processes nutrients and a whole lot more. Gluten, dairy and corn have been proven to cause inflammation in the stomach by interfering with digestion and absorption—swap them for something better.

MH The first step in improving gut health is to remove the things that cause inflammation and interfere with digestion and absorption, then add targeted nutrients to repair the gut and restore proper function. The bottom line is, if your gut is not healthy, the body is not healthy.

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CD Vitamins, minerals and micronutrients should be taken daily in order to improve immunity, decrease inflammation in the body and to maintain good health, whether you are exercising seven days a week or not at all.

DETOX / JUICE DIETING There’s a big difference between juice “dieting” and juice “fasting”—committing to a liquidonly diet is at best extreme and, at its worst, potentially dangerous for your health. Juice cleanses, detox diets and other liquid quickfixes may help you lose weight, but without replenishing the nutrients you’re cutting out, you risk exhaustion or binge-eating to make up for it. Use as a supplement only!

MH Our bodies aren’t meant to take in concentrated liquid calories, which is exactly what happens when you remove only juice from foods. Blood work from patients that are only juicing shows elevated blood sugar—maybe the biggest contributor to everything that we die of in this country, including heart disease and cancer. There is no substitute for eating whole foods.

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A lifelong triathlete whose competed in over 70 events, Heim has extensive knowledge of sports nutrition and regenerative medicine.

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TO SEE SOMEONE GET THEIR QUALITY OF LIFE BACK, ESPECIALLY WHEN THEY THOUGHT IT WAS LOST FOR GOOD, IS QUITE SPECIAL.

Dr. Harris became fascinated with the GI system while in medical school. Trained in advanced therapeutic endoscopy, he is an expert at helping patients who are suffering from conditions such as Crohn’s disease, liver cancers and other debilitating digestive issues. He says that the best part of his job is helping people who thought they would have to live with a digestive health problem for the rest of their lives get better. “To see someone get their quality of life back, especially when they thought it was lost for good, is quite special.”

Dr. Saloum specializes in general Gastroenterology, Hepatology, and diagnostic and therapeutic endoscopy. The disorders he treats include, but are not limited to, acid reflux

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Every day they see patients with a wide range of digestive issues – everything from acid reflux to pancreatobilliary disorders to gastrointestinal (GI) cancers.

(GERD), inflammatory bowel disease, autoimmune and viral hepatitis. In his late teens, Dr. Saloum used to visit patients in the hospital with his brothers who were training to become a surgeon, an oncologist and a radiologist. He became fascinated not only with the human body at large, but mostly with the human spirit in health and sickness. He has held teaching faculty appointments at universities and believes that the best patient is an educated one, so he is very passionate about explaining disease process and necessary testing.

Also trained in advanced therapeutic endoscopy, Dr. Sanjeevi works passionately to help patients with complex GI conditions, such as pancreaticobiliary disorders, GI oncology, GI dysmotility and small bowel pathology. She has established an evaluation platform that effectively diagnoses swallowing and reflux disorders. She believes in empowering patients with knowledge of their disease and treatment options. She also has held teaching faculty appointments at universities.

“I consider myself to be their advocate in helping to make informed decisions. My biggest reward is the gratitude of my patients and their families. The ability to impact lives is a gift not to be taken lightly.”

TAMPA’S MOST TRUSTED COSMETIC PLASTIC SURGEON

Joshua A. Halpern, M.D. Many clients who choose Dr. Joshua Halpern for their surgical and non-surgical procedures are referral and repeat customers who come from all over the world!

While growing up in Beverly Hills Dr. Halpern attended art classes at the LA County Museum of Art. He incorporates this background in specializing in natural looking surgical results using the latest techniques at his state-of-the art surgical facility. An award winning surgeon who trained in New York, Dr. Joshua Halpern gives individual attention to each of his patients ensuring they receive the highest quality care. Dr. Halpern is passionate about what he does as a pioneer in plastic surgery and has developed several techniques that he teaches to surgeons around the world.

Dr. Joshua Halpern is committed to offering his patients the most successful procedures and treatments which include: • Endoscopic plastic surgery - smaller incisions for faster recovery in facial rejuvenation and breast augmentation.

• Malibu Tummy Tuck - youthful tummy, natural looking bellybutton.

“I really appreciate your kindness throughout the whole process. You are an awesome surgeon who takes pride in his work. I feel sexy! And I am so pleased with the results.”

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• Cellfina - successfully rids cellulite.

• Ultrashape - non-surgical, permanently destroys fat cells.

• PRP Treatments - rejuvenates the skin and can enhance hair growth.

Advanced skin care is provided by Dr. Halpern’s New York trained Aesthetician; his Nurse Practitioner offers the latest technology as well as Botox and filler treatments.

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2017 annual Top Docs Edition 

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WHO DECIDES WHO IS A TOP DOCTOR? Who Picks the Doctors?

In September, we mailed over 9,000 surveys to physicians in Hillsborough, Pinellas and Pasco counties. We obtained the list of physicians from the Florida Department of Health; including M.D.s (medical doctors), D.O.s (osteopathic doctors) and podiatrists.

We asked the physicians to nominate their peers—who in their judgement are the best— in 52 separate medical specialties, then return the surveys in anonymous prepaid return envelopes.

We then tallied the votes from those surveys to compile this list.

Does TAMPA Magazine check out all of the doctors nominated?

Yes. After the list is compiled, we verify that the doctor is not on probation or had their license revoked.

Was my doctor left off the list because he or she does not advertise in TAMPA Magazine?

Absolutely not. Any doctor on the list and also advertising is purely coincidental.

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Runners-up CHARLES R. BECKENSTEIN, M.D. 3000 E. Fletcher Ave. Ste. 310 Tampa, FL 33613 (813) 868-7499

Results for the 2017 Annual Top Doc Survey

Addiction Medicine VOTED #1 BY PEERS (two-way tie)

DEREK ROBBEN, M.D. 3515 E. Fletcher Ave. Tampa, FL 33613 (813) 974-8900 MICHAEL SHEEHAN, M.D. 16554 N. Dale Mabry Hwy. Tampa, FL 33618 (813) 968-7188

Runners-up RYAN ESTEVEZ, M.D. Turning Point of Tampa 6227 Sheldon Rd. Tampa, FL 33615 (813) 882-3003 DAVID P. MYERS, M.D. HealthCare Connection of Tampa 825 W. Linebaugh Ave. Tampa, FL 33612 (813) 931-5560

Allergy & Immunology VOTED #1 BY PEERS

DENNIS K. LEDFORD, M.D. Allergy, Asthma & Immunology Associates of Tampa Bay 13801 Bruce B. Downs Blvd.

Ste. 502 Tampa, FL 33613 (813) 971-9743

Runners-up JOSE C. DOMINGUEZ JR., M.D. Allergy, Asthma & Immunology Associates 3645 Madaca Lane Tampa, FL 33618 (813) 969-0116 ROGER W. FOX, M.D. Allergy, Asthma & Immunology Associates of Tampa Bay 13801 Bruce B. Downs Blvd.

Ste. 502 (813) 971-9743 RICHARD F. LOCKEY, M.D. Allergy, Asthma & Immunology Associates of Tampa Bay 13801 Bruce B. Downs Blvd.

Ste. 502 (813) 971-9743 JACK PARRINO, M.D. Tampa Allergy Center 5128 N. Habana Ave Tampa, FL 33614 (813) 877-0550 MANDEL R. SHER, M.D. Sher Allergy Specialists 601 5th St. S. Ste. 304 St. Petersburg, FL 33701 (727) 767-4150

RICHARD GIANETTI, M.D. 3100 E. Fletcher Ave. Tampa, FL 33613 (813) 615-7294 ANIL LADHANI, M.D. Clearwater Pain Management 430 Morton Plant St. Ste. 210 Clearwater, FL 33756 (727) 446-4506 HARRISON LE, M.D. 3100 E. Fletcher Ave. Ste. 310 Tampa, FL 33613 (813) 615-7294 ADRIANNA M. MARRESE, M.D. 119 Oak Field Dr. Brandon, FL 33511 (813) 681-5551 VIMAL SHAH, M.D. 1 Tampa General Cir Ste. A327 Tampa, FL 33606 (813) 844-4434 DAVID VANN, M.D. Millennium Anesthesia 2727 W. Dr. MLK Jr. Blvd.

Ste. 310 Tampa, FL 33607 (813) 350-7244

Bariatrics VOTED #1 BY PEERS

MICHEL MURR, M.D. 2 Tampa General Cir, HMT Ste. 410 Tampa, FL 33606 (813) 974-2201

Runners-up JOHN DIETRICK, M.D. Tampa Bay Surgical Group 3000 Medical Park Dr. Ste. 340 Tampa, FL 33613 (813) 971-2470 ALFREDO FERNANDEZ, M.D. Tampa Bariatrics 6101 Webb Rd. Ste. 101 Tampa, FL 33615 (813) 496-9663 KEVIN HUGUET, M.D. Bay Surgical Specialists 960 7th Ave. N. St. Petersburg, FL 33705 (727) 821-8101 TIFFANY JESSEE, D.O. Suncoast Bariatrics 900 Carrillon Pkwy., Ste. 401 St. Petersburg, FL 33716 (727) 289-7137

FARNAZ TABATABAIAN, M.D. 13330 USF Laurel Dr. MDC080 Tampa, FL 33612 (813) 974-1440 STEVEN G. WEISS, M.D. 3251 N. McMullen Booth Rd. Ste. 300 Clearwater, FL 33761 (727) 791-3337

Anesthesiology VOTED #1 BY PEERS

DAVID J. SAMUELS, M.D. 1 Tampa General Cir. Ste. A327 Tampa, FL 33606

MICHAEL SHEEHAN, M.D. Addiction Medicine

Breast Cancer Surgery VOTED #1 BY PEERS

Cardiac Electrophysiology VOTED #1 BY PEERS

KENNETH H. YAMAMURA, M.D. Interventional Cardiac Consultants 14100 Fivay Rd. Ste. 310 Hudson, FL 34667 (727) 862-3202

Cardiology SYLVIA CAMPBELL, M.D. 217 S. Matanzas Ave. Tampa, FL 33609 (813) 875-2655 Runners-up PETER BLUMENCRANZ, M.D. The Comprehensive Breast Care Center of Tampa Bay 400 Pinellas St. Ste. 200 Clearwater, FL 33756 (727) 462-2131 CHARLES E. COX, M.D. USF Breast Health Program 3000 Medical Park Dr. Ste. 140 Tampa, FL 33613 (813) 793-4272 JOHN M. COX, M.D. Tampa Bay Breast Care Specialists 3000 Medical Park Dr. Ste. 140 Tampa, FL 33613 (813) 978-8315 JOHN KILUK, M.D. Moffitt Cancer Center 12902 Magnolia Dr. Tampa, FL 33612 (813) 745-8480

JAMES IRWIN, M.D. Bay Heart Group 4612 N Habana Ave Tampa, FL 33614 (813) 875-9000 Runners-up SANDERS CHAE, M.D. South Tampa Center for Advanced Healthcare 2 Tampa General Cir. Tampa, FL 33606 (813) 259-0600 BENGT HERWEG, M.D. Florida Heart Rhythm Institute 2 Tampa General Cir. Tampa, FL 33606 (813) 259-0600 KEVIN J. MAKATI, M.D. Tampa Cardiac Specialists 4211 Van Dyke Rd., Ste. 205 Lutz, FL 33558 (813) 229-9292 ROBERT SHEPPARD, M.D. The Heart Institute 6006 49th St N. Ste. 240 St. Petersburg, FL 33709 (727) 490-2100

VOTED #1 BY PEERS (two-way tie)

MATTHEW GLOVER, M.D. Baycare Cardiology 4612 N. Habana Ave. Tampa, FL 33614 (813) 875-9000 RODNEY RANDALL, M.D. Advanced Cardiovascular Center 2727 W. Dr. MLK Jr. Blvd.

Ste. 418 Tampa, FL 33607 (813) 875-9900 Runners-up ERIC HARRISON, M.D. Harrison Cardiovascular 602 S. Audubon Ave., Ste. B Tampa, FL 33609 (813) 348-4885 BENEDICT MANISCALCO, M.D. 2727 W. Dr. MLK Jr. Blvd.

Ste. 800 Tampa, FL 33607 (813) 873-0000 JOHN RAMIREZ, M.D. Florida Cardiovascular Institute 509 S. Armenia Ave., Ste. 200 Tampa, FL 33609 (813) 353-1515 JAMES O. SMITH, M.D. Florida Heart & Vascular Associates 3000 Medical Park Dr. Ste. 500 Tampa, FL 33613 (813) 259-0600

Cardiovascular Disease VOTED #1 BY PEERS

LIONEL E. TRIDAS, M.D. Developmental Pediatrics

ERIC HARRISON, M.D. Harrison Cardiovascular 602 S. Audubon Ave. Ste. B Tampa, FL 33609

SYLVIA CAMPBELL, M.D. Breast Cancer Surgery

Runners-up PETER BERMAN, M.D. 5 Tampa General Cir. Ste. 300 Tampa, FL 33606 (813) 251-0793 DEBBIE RINDE-HOFFMAN, M.D. 5 Tampa General Cir. Ste. 300 Tampa, FL 33606 (813) 251-0793

Cardiovascular Surgery VOTED #1 BY PEERS

MARC BLOOM, M.D. Cardiac Surgery Associates of Tampa 3000 E. Fletcher Ave. Ste. 320 Tampa, FL 33613 (813) 910-0027 Runners-up JULIAN BELISLE, M.D. Cardiac Surgery Associates of Tampa 3000 E. Fletcher Ave. Ste. 320 Tampa, FL 33613 (813) 910-0027 SCOTT BRONLEEWE, M.D. Cardiac Surgery Associates of Tampa 3000 E. Fletcher Ave., Ste. 320

ANDREW SHERMAN, M.D. 3003 W. Dr. MLK Jr. Blvd.

Medical Arts Building, 2nd Floor Tampa, FL 33607 (813) 321-6580 HUGH VAN GELDER, M.D. 601 7th St. S. Ste. 530 St. Petersburg, FL 33701 (727) 553-7450

Child & Adolescent Psychiatry VOTED #1 BY PEERS

SAUNDRA STOCK, M.D. USF Psychiatry Center 3515 E. Fletcher Ave. Tampa, FL 33613 (813) 974-8900 Runner-up MARK CAVITT, M.D. 880 6th St. Ste. 420 St. Petersburg, FL 33701 (727) 767-8477

Runners-up ANTHONY BRANNAN, M.D. Healthpoint Medical Group 4301 N. Habana Ave. Tampa, FL 33607 (813) 879-5010 ALLEN CHUDZINSKI, M.D. 3000 Medical Park Dr., Ste. 500 Tampa, FL 33613 (813) 615-7030 JAIME SANCHEZ, M.D. 1 Tampa General Cir., Ste. F-145 Tampa, FL 33606 (813) 844-4545 CESAR SANTIAGO, M.D. Healthpoint Medical Group 4301 N. Habana Ave. Tampa, FL 33607 (813) 879-5010 LOURDES SANTIAGO, M.D. 1305 S. Ft. Harrison Ave., Bldg. A Clearwater, FL 33756 (727) 483-9188

Dermatology VOTED #1 BY PEERS (four-way tie)

PETER DONELAN, M.D. 3000 E. Fletcher Ave., Ste. 200

Tampa, FL 33613 (813) 972-1229 KATHLEEN LEBER, M.D. 2835 W. De Leon St., Ste. 201 Tampa, FL 33609 (813) 350-0700 MATTHEW MAHONEY, M.D. Mahoney Dermatology Specialists, P.A. 13121 66th St N. Largo, FL 33773 (727) 530-0920

MANUEL SÁINZ DE LA PEÑA, M.D. Endocrinology

MICHAEL SCANNON, M.D. Florida West Coast Skin & Cancer Center 4200 N. Armenia Ave., Ste. 1 Tampa, FL 33607 (813) 877-4811

Runners-up C. LANCE KANE, M.D. 508 S. Habana Ave., Ste. 150 Tampa, FL 33609 (813) 253-3364 LUIS MENENDEZ, M.D. Menendez Dermatology 3011 W. Swann Ave. Tampa, FL 33609 (813) 879-8436 JOHN MILLNS, M.D. Dermatology Associates of Tampa Bay 6001 Memorial Hwy. Tampa, FL 33615 (813) 884-1626 PANOS VASOULOUDES, M.D. Academic Alliance in Dermatology 5210 Webb Rd. Tampa, FL 33615 (813) 882-9986

JACK TSENG, D.O. Emergency Medicine

Emergency Medicine VOTED #1 BY PEERS

Developmental Pediatrics VOTED #1 BY PEERS

LIONEL E. TRIDAS, M.D. Tridas Center for Child Development 4144 N. Armenia Ave. Ste. 375 Tampa, FL 33607 (813) 876-8316 Runner-up FLORA ROBINSON HOWIE, M.D. Johns Hopkins All Children’s Hospital 880 6th St. S. Ste. 410 St. Petersburg, FL 33701 (727) 767-8035

JACK TSENG, D.O. 602 S. Howard Ave. Tampa, FL 33606 (813) 253-2113 Runners-up RAYMOND MERRITT, D.O. 1 Tampa General Cir., Ste. J402 Tampa, FL 33606 (813) 844-7412 BEBE SCHULMAN, M.D. 1200 7th Ave. N. St. Petersburg, FL 33705 (727) 822-1284 RAYMOND SLESYNSKI JR., D.O. Memorial Hospital of Tampa 2901 W. Swann Ave. Tampa, FL 33609 (813) 873-6445 CARLOS SMITH, M.D. Emergency Medical Associates of Tampa Bay 2502 W. Isabel St., Ste. B Tampa, FL 33607 (813) 874-5707

Endocrinology

Colon/Rectal Surgery

VOTED #1 BY PEERS

VOTED #1 BY PEERS

JORGE MARCET, M.D. 5 Tampa General Cir. Ste. 745 Tampa, FL 33606 (813) 844-4545

SAUNDRA STOCK, M.D. Child & Adolescent Psychiatry

MANUEL SÁINZ DE LA PEÑA, M.D. Florida Medical Clinic 2727 W. Dr. MLK Jr. Blvd.

Ste. 450 Tampa, FL 33607 (813) 875-8453 Continued on next page

Runners-up YUVRAJ KUMBKARNI, M.D. Florida Medical Clinic 3000 Medical Park Dr. Ste. 150 Tampa, FL 33613 (813) 977-2020

BRYAN MCIVER, M.D. 12902 Magnolia Dr. Tampa, FL 33612 1-888-663-3488

ANTHONY MORRISON, M.D. 2 Tampa General Cir. STC 5th Floor Tampa, FL 33606 (813) 974-2201

Fertility VOTED #1 BY PEERS

Gastroenterology VOTED #1 BY PEERS

DAVID HEIMAN, M.D. 4224 N. Tampania Ave. Tampa, FL 33607 (813) 280-7111 TIMOTHY YEKO, M.D. The Reproductive Medicine Group 2919 W. Swann Ave Ste. 305 Tampa, FL 33609 (813) 870-3553

MORRIS R. HANAN, M.D. 508 S. Habana Ave. Ste. 260 Tampa, FL 33609 (813) 876-9191 Runners-up CHRISTIAN BAILEY, M.D. Healthpoint Medical Group 4211 Van Dyke Rd. Ste. 200 Lutz, FL 33558 (813) 264-6490

SUMESH CHANDRA, M.D. 3000 E. Fletcher Ave. Ste. 350 Tampa, FL 33613 (813) 977-5557

Runners-up ANTHONY IMUDIA, M.D. 2 Tampa General Cir. 6th Floor Tampa, FL 33606 (813) 259-0692

NATALIA WEARE RAGALES, M.D. 409 Bayshore Blvd.

Tampa, FL 33606 (813) 844-5480

SHAYNE PLOSKER, M.D. 2 Tampa General Cir. 6th Floor Tampa, FL 33606 (813) 259-0692

JOSEPH CARADONNA, M.D. Florida Medical Clinic 14547 Bruce B. Downs Blvd.

Ste. A Tampa, FL 33613 (813) 280-7100

Family Practice

SAMUEL TARANTINO, M.D. The Reproductive Medicine Group 5429 E. Fletcher Ave. Temple Terrace, FL 33617 (813) 914-7304

NORMAN EDGERTON JR., M.D. 2706 W. Dr. MLK Jr. Blvd.

Tampa, FL 33607 (813) 875-8650

VOTED #1 BY PEERS

MICHAEL HARRIS, M.D. 3000 Medical Park Dr. Ste. 500 Tampa, FL 33613 (813) 615-7028

EUGENE WARD, M.D. 3450 E. Fletcher Ste. 310 Tampa, FL 33613 (813) 972-1654

General Surgery VOTED #1 BY PEERS

MICHAEL ALBRINK, M.D. South Tampa Center for Advanced Healthcare 2 Tampa General Cir. Tampa, FL 33606 (813) 259-0929 Runners-up DAVID ECHEVARRIA, M.D. 4301 N. Habana Ave. Tampa, FL 33607 (813) 879-8290

EDUARDO GONZALEZ, M.D. 12901 Bruce B. Downs Blvd.

Ste. 13 Tampa, FL 33612 (813) 974-2120

Runners-up THOMAS CARSON, M.D. Carson Family Care Center & Medi-Spa 1259 S. Pinellas Ave. Tarpon Springs, FL 34689 (727) 938-1908

ERIC CARTER, M.D. Healthpoint Medical Group 4211 Van Dyke Rd. Lutz, FL 33558 (813) 321-6237

ANTONIO CASTELLVI, M.D. Healthpoint Medical Group 1919 W. Swann Ave. 3rd Floor Tampa, FL 33606 (813) 254-8055

MARTHA PRICE, M.D. 3211 W. Azeele St. Tampa, FL 33609 (813) 879-3334

ROBERT ROSEQUIST, M.D. 26827 Foggy Creek Rd. Ste. 101A, Bldg. 6

MORRIS R. HANAN, M.D. Gastroenterology

Gynecologic Oncology VOTED #1 BY PEERS

Infectious Disease

Hematology/ Oncology

VOTED #1 BY PEERS

VOTED #1 BY PEERS (two-way tie)

MITCHEL HOFFMAN, M.D. 12902 Magnolia Dr. MCC-GYN Program Tampa, FL 33612 1-888-663-3488

JOHN RAYHACK, M.D. Hand Surgery

ALEX ROSEMURGY, M.D. 3000 Medical Park Dr. Ste. 500 Tampa, FL 33613 (813) 615-7030 RICK SCHMIDT, M.D. Surgical Associates of West Florida 1840 Mease Dr. Ste. 301 Safety Harbor, FL 34695 (727) 712-3233 GILMAN TYLER, JR., M.D. 602 S. Audubon Ave. Ste. A Tampa, FL 33609 (813) 877-1415

Geriatrics VOTED #1 BY PEERS

MARK EICHENBAUM, M.D. 4320 Central Ave. St. Petersburg, FL 33711 (727) 345-3621

Runner-up ALBERT TAWIL, M.D. 508 S. Habana Ave. Ste. 360 Tampa, FL 33609 (813) 876-5548

Runners-up HECTOR ARANGO, M.D. West Coast Gynecologic Oncology 1005 Pinellas St. Clearwater, FL 33756 (727) 446-2111

DAVID WRIGHT, M.D. Florida Cancer Specialists 403 S. Kings Ave. Ste. 100 Brandon, FL 33511 (813) 875-3950 CHRISTOPHER GEORGE, M.D. Florida Cancer Specialists 3402 W. Dr. MLK Jr. Blvd.

Tampa, FL 33607 (813) 875-3950

JAMES LOPOLLA, M.D. Women’s Cancer Associates 600 8th St. S. Ste. B St. Petersburg, FL 33701 (727) 826-0795

Runners-up RAFAEL BLANCO, M.D. Florida Cancer Specialists 3402 W. Dr. MLK Jr. Blvd.

Tampa, FL 33607 (813) 875-3950

ROBERT WENHAM, M.D. 12902 Magnolia Dr. Tampa, FL 33612 (813) 745-3980

HAFEEZ CHATOOR, M.D. Florida Cancer Specialists 2111 W. Swann Ave. Ste. 102 Tampa, FL 33606 (813) 254-7227

Hand Surgery

MARGARITA CANCIO, M.D. Infectious Disease Associates of Tampa Bay 4729 N. Habana Ave Tampa, FL 33614 (813) 251-8444 Runners-up LINDELL BUSCIGLIO, M.D. Infectious Disease Associates of Tampa Bay 4729 N. Habana Ave Tampa, FL 33614 (813) 251-8444 ELVIS CASTILLO-GARCIA, M.D. Florida Medical Clinic 38051 Market Square Zephyrhills, FL 33542 (813) 780-8085 RACHEL IRBY, M.D. Infectious Disease Associates of Tampa Bay 4729 N. Habana Ave. Tampa, FL 33614 (813) 251-8444

VOTED #1 BY PEERS

JOHN RAYHACK, M.D. 4728 N. Habana Ave. Ste. 204 Tampa, FL 33614 (813) 879-7478 Runners-up SCOTT S. GARGASZ, M.D. 2318 Greenbranch Dr. Ste. 101-102 Wesley Chapel, FL 33544 (813) 866-4426 DANIEL PENELLO, M.D. 12416 66th St. N., Ste. A Largo, FL 33773 (727) 547-4700 EDWIN MELENDEZ, M.D 2509 W. Crest Ave., Ste. 2 Tampa, FL 33614 (813) 878-2105 JEFFREY D. STONE, M.D. Florida Orthopaedic Institute 13020 Telecom Pkwy. N.

MITCHEL HOFFMAN, M.D.

CHRIS NUSSBAUM, M.D. Concierge Care Tampa Bay 510 Vonderburg Dr. Ste. 213 Brandon, FL 33511 (813) 689-2961 KEVIN O’BRIEN, M.D. 12901 Bruce B. Downs Blvd.

Tampa, FL 33612 (813) 972-2991 JEETPAUL SARAN, M.D. The Health Associates of Tampa 508 S. Habana Ave. Ste. 300 Tampa, FL 33609 (813) 877-6770

GEOFFREY KWITKO, M.D. Ophthalmology

JOSE R. PRIETO, M.D. Bay Area Infectious Disease Associates 214 Morrison Rd. Ste. 104 Brandon, FL 33511 (813) 681-6474

Internal Medicine VOTED #1 BY PEERS

ANGELICA TALICRAJENDRAN, D.O. 7903 Seminole Blvd.

Ste. 2103 Seminole, FL 33772 (727) 586-7103 SUSAN ZIMMER, M.D. 4710 N. Habana Ave. Ste. 401 Tampa, FL 33614 (813) 871-6411 ALAN ZLOTO, D.O. Town & Country Internal Medicine 6101 Webb Rd. Ste. 104 Tampa, FL 33615 (813) 290-0422

(three-way tie)

Nephrology/ Hypertension BRUCE KAHAN, M.D. 3661 Madaca Lane Tampa, FL 33618 (813) 968-7830 BRIAN KNOX, M.D. 2 Tampa General Cir. 5th Floor Tampa, FL 33606 (813) 259-8700 JOHN MCCORMICK, M.D. 2 Tampa General Cir. 5th Floor Tampa, FL 33606 (813) 259-8700

Runners-up SAM DIASTI, M.D. Pinnacle Health Group 2605 W. Swann Ave. Ste. 100 Tampa, FL 33609 (813) 874-5500 HOWARD FEINGOLD, M.D. 516 Lakeview Rd., Ste. 4 Clearwater, FL 33756 (727) 461-4908

IGNACIO SOTOLONGO, M.D. Suncoast Medical Clinic 620 10th St. N. St. Petersburg, FL 33705 (727) 824-8274

TUAN VU, M.D. 13330 Laurel Dr. Tampa, FL 33612 (813) 396-9478

SAMUEL S. WEINSTEIN, M.D. TGH Transplant & Specialty Services 409 Bayshore Blvd.

4th Floor Tampa, FL 33606 (813) 844-5470

Neurosurgery

Neurology VOTED #1 BY PEERS

STEPHEN SERGAY, M.D. Tampa Neurology Associates 2919 W. Swann Ave. Ste. 401 Tampa, FL 33609 (813) 872-1548 Runners-up KATHERINE BENCZE, M.D. 13601 Bruce B. Downs Blvd.

Ste. 261 Tampa, FL 33613 (813) 972-3654 MARK CASCIONE, M.D. Tampa Neurology Associates 2919 W. Swann Ave. Ste. 401 Tampa, FL 33609 (813) 872-1548

VOTED #1 BY PEERS

RAJ ELIAZER, M.D. Healthpoint Medical Group 2727 W. Dr. MLK Jr. Blvd.

Ste. 700 Tampa, FL 33607 (813) 321-1429

PABLO RUIZ-RAMON, M.D. Tampa Renal Physicians 12662 Telecom Dr. Temple Terrace, FL 33637 (813) 910-8708

EDMOND GRANT, M.D. Florida Medical Clinic 13801 Bruce B. Downs Blvd.

Ste. 401 Tampa, FL 33613 (813) 971-8811

Runners-up MICHAEL BRUCCELERI, M.D. Renal Hypertension Center 1055 S. Ft. Harrison Ave. Clearwater, FL 33756 (727) 442-6245 CHARLES SANDERS, M.D. TGH Transplant & Specialty Services 409 Bayshore Blvd.

4th Floor Tampa, FL 33606 (813) 844-5470

VOTED #1 BY PEERS

HARRY VAN LOVEREN, M.D. 2 Tampa General Cir. 3rd Floor Tampa, FL 33606 (813) 259-0979

Runners-up SCOTT CUTLER, M.D. 4321 N. MacDill Ave. Ste. 303 Tampa, FL 33607 (813) 874-9922 LUCY LOVE, M.D. 3000 E. Fletcher Ave. Ste. 230 Tampa, FL 33613 (813) 971-2888 NAM TRAN, M.D. 12902 Magnolia Dr. Tampa, FL 33612 (813) 745-8006 STEVEN J. TRESSER, M.D. Florida Orthopaedic Institute 909 N. Dale Mabry Hwy. Tampa, FL 33609 (813) 287-9370

THOMAS NEWMAN, M.D. Neurological Specialties 2816 W. Virginia Ave. Tampa, FL 33607 (813) 876-6321 ARTHUR PEDREGAL, M.D. 4710 N. Habana Ave. Ste. 303 Tampa, FL 33614 (813) 879-7940 YAMILE ROZAS, M.D. 13000 Bruce B. Downs Blvd.

Ste. 127 Tampa, FL 33612 (813) 974-2120

VICTOR BOWERS, M.D. Organ Transplant

JEFFREY MARKS, M.D. Women’s Care Florida 2665 SR 580 Clearwater, FL 33761 (727) 725-5121 JOHN MARSTON, M.D. Women’s Care Florida 2818 W. Virginia Ave. Tampa, FL 33607 (813) 872-8551 IRENE WAHBA, M.D. The Women’s Group 3000 Medical Park Dr. Tampa, FL 33613 (813) 769-2778 JOHN SMALL, M.D. Orthopaedic Surgery of the Spine

OpHthalmology VOTED #1 BY PEERS (three-way tie)

FERNANDO VALE, M.D. 2 Tampa General Cir. Tampa, FL 33606 (813) 259-0929

Obstetrics/ Gynecology VOTED #1 BY PEERS

EVA CROOKE, M.D. 3000 Medical Park Dr. Ste. 300 Tampa, FL 33613 (813) 769-2778

Runners-up ROSABELLE CAMPOS, M.D. The Woman’s Group 13005 S. US Hwy. 301 Riverview, FL 33578 (813) 915-5291 HENRY HYATT, M.D. Insignia Care for Women 3268 Cove Bend Dr. Tampa, FL 33613 (813) 971-4555 MICHAEL JAEGER, M.D. Women’s Care Florida 2818 W. Virginia Ave. Tampa, FL 33607 (813) 872-8551 KATHLEEN KILBRIDE, M.D. Women’s Care Florida 2818 W. Virginia Ave. Tampa, FL 33607 (813) 872-8551

Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery VOTED #1 BY PEERS

ROBERT CHUONG, M.D. Tampa Bay Maxillofacial Surgery 2140 16th St. N. St. Petersburg, FL 33704 (727) 894-1442 Runner-up MICHAEL BARBICK, M.D. Tampa Bay Jaw & Facial Surgery 14005 N. Dale Mabry Hwy. Tampa, FL 33618 (813) 264-2286

Organ Transplant GEOFFREY KWITKO, M.D. 311 S. MacDill Ave. Tampa, FL 33609 (813) 877-8665 DAVID LEACH, M.D. Tampa Eye Clinic 3000 W. Dr. MLK Jr. Blvd.

Tampa, FL 33607 (813) 877-2020 DAVID MENDELBLATT, M.D. 600 6th St. S. St. Petersburg, FL 33701 (727) 822-6763 Runners-up MITCHELL DRUCKER, M.D. 13127 Magnolia Dr. Tampa, FL 33612 (813) 974-3820 MICHAEL LEVITT, M.D. 4900 N. Habana Ave. Tampa, FL 33614 (813) 233-2020 SCOTT PAUTLER, M.D. Retina Vitrious Associates of Florida 2705 W. Saint Isabel St. Tampa, FL 33607 (813) 879-5795 THOMAS PUSATERI, M.D. Florida Medical Clinic 13602 N. 46th St. Tampa, FL 33613 (813) 972-4444

VOTED #1 BY PEERS

VICTOR BOWERS, M.D. 409 Bayshore Blvd.

Tampa, FL 33606 (813) 844-5544

THOMAS BERNASEK, M.D. Orthopaedic Surgery

SETH GASSER, M.D. Florida Orthopaedic Institute 13020 N. Telecom Pkwy.

Tampa, FL 33637 (813) 978-9700

Runners-up ANGEL ALSINA, M.D. 409 Bayshore Blvd.

Tampa, FL 33606 (813) 844-5544

DANIEL MURPHY, M.D. Tampa Orthopaedic & Sports Medicine 602 S. Howard Ave. Tampa, FL 33606 (813) 253-2406

JOHN LEONE, M.D. 409 Bayshore Blvd.

Tampa, FL 33606 (813) 844-5544

Orthopaedic Surgery of the Spine

Orthopaedic Surgery VOTED #1 BY PEERS

THOMAS BERNASEK, M.D. Florida Orthopaedic Institute 13020 N. Telecom Pkwy.

Tampa, FL 33637 (813) 978-9700 Runners-up BARRY CRAYTHORNE, M.D. 613 S. Magnolia Ave., Ste. 1 Tampa, FL 33606 (813) 254-9586

VOTED #1 BY PEERS

JOHN M. SMALL, M.D. Florida Orthopaedic Institute 13020 N. Telecom Pkwy.

Tampa, FL 33637 (813) 978-9700

Runners-up GEOFFREY CRONEN, M.D. Florida Medical Clinic 14547 Bruce B. Downs Blvd.

Ste. D Tampa, FL 33613 (813) 979-0440

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STEVEN J. TRESSER, M.D. Florida Orthopaedic Institute 909 N. Dale Mabry Hwy. Tampa, FL 33609 (813) 287-9370 MARK WEINSTEIN, M.D. Florida Orthopaedic Institute 909 N. Dale Mabry Hwy. Tampa, FL 33609 (813) 287-9370

Otolaryngology VOTED #1 BY PEERS (three-way tie)

JONATHAN FORMAN, M.D. 508 S. Habana Ave. Ste. 170 Tampa, FL 33609 (813) 877-3100 KATHRYN HALL, M.D. 12901 Bruce B. Downs Blvd.

MDC 73 Tampa, FL 33612 (813) 974-4683 DANIEL VINCENT JR., M.D. Florida ENT & Allergy 5105 N. Armenia Ave. Tampa, FL 33603 (813) 879-8045

Pain Management VOTED #1 BY PEERS (five-way tie)

EDWARD CHEN, M.D. Clearwater Pain Management 430 Morton Plant St. Ste. 210 Clearwater, FL 33756 (727) 446-4506 STANLEY DENNISON, M.D. Advanced Pain Care 1921 W. Dr. MLK Jr. Blvd.

Tampa, FL 33607 (813) 876-7600 MANJUL DRASARI, M.D. 1912 E. Busch Blvd.

Tampa, FL 33612 (813) 933-5900 MARTIN MYERS, M.D. 13000 Bruce B. Downs Blvd.

Ste. 127 Tampa, FL 33612 (813) 317-1474 EDGAR RAMIREZ, M.D. 15303 Amberly Dr. Ste. A Tampa, FL 33647 (813) 712-5700

STEVEN BLUSTEIN, D.P.M. Podiatry

Pediatric Neurology VOTED #1 BY PEERS

STEVEN PARRISH WINESETT, M.D. 601 5th St. S. Ste. 510 St. Petersburg, FL 33701 (727) 767-8181

Runner-up EDWARD KAMPSEN, M.D. 2835 W. De Leon St. Ste. 202 Tampa, FL 33609 (813) 877-2685

Runners-up JOSEPH CASADONTE, M.D. Pediatric Neurology Associates 625 6th Ave. S. Ste. 405 St. Petersburg, FL 33701 (727) 498-8994 SERGIO JACINTO, M.D. 4507 N. Armenia Ave. Tampa, FL 33603 (813) 876-4100

Pediatrics VOTED #1 BY PEERS

FRANK RIEGER, M.D. Plastic Surgery (Face)

CHRISTOPHER REINER, M.D. Pediatric Health Care Alliance 3222 W. Azeele St. Tampa, FL 33609 (813) 872-8491

JONATHAN FORMAN, M.D. Otolaryngology

Runners-up MARCY BAKER, M.D. Hyde Park Pediatrics 1919 W. Swann Ave. 2nd Floor Tampa, FL 33606 (813) 254-7079 ERICA BARTELT, M.D. 621 Victoria St. Brandon, FL 33510 (813) 655-0292 LAURA DRACH, D.O. 501 6th Ave. S. St. Petersburg, FL 33701 (727) 767-4243

Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation VOTED #1 BY PEERS (two-way tie)

KAREN WELLS, M.D. 508 S. Habana Ave., Ste. 180 Tampa, FL 33609 (813) 353-8809

Plastic Surgery (Face) VOTED #1 BY PEERS

PAUL KORNBERG, M.D. 2914 North Blvd.

Tampa, FL 33602 (813) 228-7696

(three-way tie)

RIGOBERTO NUNEZ, M.D. 2914 North Blvd.

Tampa, FL 33602 (813) 228-7696

DEAN DAVIS, M.D. Davis Facial Plastic Surgery

Runners-up VENERANDO BATAS, M.D. 2914 North Blvd.

Tampa, FL 33602 (813) 228-7696 MARC REISKIND, M.D. Pinellas Physiatry Associates 44400 140th St. N. Ste. 110 Clearwater, FL 33762 (727) 327-2600

Plastic Surgery (Body) VOTED #1 BY PEERS (two-way tie)

DAVID HALPERN, M.D. Tampa Bay Plastic Surgery 120 Fremont Ave. Tampa, FL 33606 (813) 871-5000 ABRAHAM MARCADIS, M.D. Marcadis Plastic Surgery 2615 W. Swann Ave. Tampa, FL 33609 (813) 878-0089 Runners-up DANIEL DIACO, M.D. Diaco Institute of Plastic Surgery 300 S. Hyde Park Ave. Ste. 100 Tampa, FL 33606 (813) 876-3611 FRANK REIGER, M.D. Hyde Park Cosmetic Surgery 607 S. Magnolia Ave. Tampa, FL 33606 (813) 254-7600 PAUL SMITH, M.D. Paul Smith Plastic Surgery 3000 Medical Park Dr., Ste. 495 Tampa, FL 33613 (813) 844-8783

GERALD COSENTINO, D.P.M. Bayshore Podiatry Center 508 S. Habana Ave. Ste. 230 Tampa, FL 33609 (813) 877-6636 MARC KATZ, D.P.M. Advanced Podiatry 2919 W. Swann Ave. Ste. 203 Tampa, FL 33609 (813) 875-0555 LEO KRAWETZ, D.P.M. Health Feet Podiatry

3440 W. Dr. MLK Jr. Blvd., Ste. 101

Tampa, FL 33607 (813) 337-7964 EDWARD FARRIOR, M.D. Farrior Facial Plastic Surgery 2908 W. Azeele St. Tampa, FL 33609 (813) 875-3223 FRANK REIGER, M.D. Hyde Park Cosmetic Surgery Center 607 S. Magnolia Ave. Tampa, FL 33606 (813) 254-7600 Runners-up JOSEPH HIRSCHFELD M.D. 3000 E. Fletcher Ave. Ste. 260 Tampa, FL 33613 (813) 972-2299 MARNI MENTIS, D.O. Iconique Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery 401 Corbett St. Ste. 310 Clearwater, FL 33756 (727) 474-0205

Podiatry

13801 Bruce B. Downs Blvd., Ste. 205

Tampa, FL 33613 (813) 971-4678 JOEL LEVY, D.P.M. Florida Hospital 2511 W. Dr. MLK Jr. Blvd.

Tampa, FL 33607 (813) 879-7850 ADAM TRINQUE, D.P.M. Foundations Foot and Ankle 15439 Cortez Blvd.

Brooksville, FL 34613 (352) 631-7838

Psychiatry VOTED #1 BY PEERS

ABRAHAM MARCADIS, M.D. Plastic Surgery (Body)

Runners-up GLENN CURRIER, M.D. 3515 E. Fletcher Ave. Tampa, FL 33613 (813) 974-8900 KAILIE SHAW, M.D. 3515 E. Fletcher Ave. Tampa, FL 33613 (813) 974-8900

Pulmonary Disease VOTED #1 BY PEERS

ALFONSO SAARODRIGUEZ, M.D. 508 S. Habana Ave., Ste. 255 Tampa, FL 33609 (813) 875-8550

STEPHEN KREITZER, M.D. Sleep Disorders Consultants 2919 W. Swann Ave. Ste. 102 Tampa, FL 33609 (813) 877-5337

VOTED #1 BY PEERS

STEVEN BLUSTEIN, D.P.M. Ankle & Foot Center of Tampa Bay 1408 W. Reynolds St. Ste. A Plant City, FL 33566 (813) 754-9876 Runners-up KRISTI CONWAY, D.P.M. Bay Area Podiatry Center 1149 Professional Park Dr. Brandon, FL 33511 (813) 685-3668

DEAN DAVIS, M.D. Plastic Surgery (Face)

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BERNARD GERMAIN, M.D. 13801 Bruce B. Downs Blvd.

Ste. 101 Tampa, FL 33613 (813) 978-1500 ERNESTO RODRIGUEZVELAZQUEZ, M.D. Florida Medical Clinic 2100 Via Bella Blvd.

Ste. 201 Land O Lakes, Florida 34639 (813) 782-1234 ANJALI SHETTY, M.D. 33920 US Hwy. 19 N. Ste. 241 Palm Harbor, FL 34684 (727) 773-9793 JOEL SILVERFIELD, M.D. Healthpoint Medical Group 500 Vonderburg Dr. West Tower, Ste. 214 Brandon, FL 33511 (813) 423-6116 JOANNE VALERIANOMARCET, M.D. 12901 Bruce B. Downs Blvd.

MDC19 Tampa, FL 33612 (813) 974-2681 KEVIN ELDER, M.D. Sports Medicine

Runners-up MARIAN MENEZES, M.D. Florida Medical Clinic 3000 Medical Park Dr. Ste. 190 Tampa, FL 33613 (813) 977-7794

CARLOS ROZAS, M.D. Tampa Pulmonary & Sleep Specialists 4620 N. Habana Ave. Ste. 101 Tampa, FL 33614 (813) 875-9362

MARK RUMBAK, M.D. 12901 Bruce B. Downs Blvd.

MDC19 Tampa, FL 33612 (813) 259-0619

Radiation Oncology

Runner-up JOHN R. “JACK” STEEL, M.D. Tampa Bay Radiation Oncology 403 S. Kings Ave. Ste. 150 Brandon, FL 33511 (813) 685-2440

Radiology VOTED #1 BY PEERS (two-way tie)

RYAN MURTAGH, M.D. Tower Radiology 2700 University Square Dr. Tampa, FL 33612 (813) 253-2721

VOTED #1 BY PEERS

MATHEW BERLET, M.D. 4516 N. Armenia Ave. Tampa, FL 33603 (813) 348-6951

HARVEY GREENBERG, M.D. Tampa Bay Radiation Oncology 5931 Webb Rd

Runners-up RANDY KAHN, M.D. Tampa Bay Radiation Oncology 4031 Upper Creek Dr. Sun City Center, FL 33573 (813) 633-2733

RICHARD KNIGHT, M.D. 2901 Swann Ave. Tampa, FL 33609 (813) 873-6400 JOHN C. FELDMAN, M.D. Radiology Associates of Florida 2700 University Square Dr. Tampa, FL 33612 (813) 253-2721 ALEXANDRA ROZAS, M.D. SDI Diagnostic Imaging 4516 N. Armenia Ave. Tampa, FL 33603 (813) 348-6950

Rheumatology VOTED #1 BY PEERS

CAROLYN CONNELLY, M.D. 2919 W. Swann Ave. Ste. 404 Tampa, FL 33609 (813) 870-2100 Runners-up JOHN CARTER, M.D. 12901 Bruce B. Downs Blvd.

MDC 81

CAROLYN CONNELLY, M.D. Rheumatology

Runners-up XAVIER CANNELLA, M.D. 3000 Medical Park Dr. Ste. 400 Tampa, FL 33613 (813) 933-9666

Runners-up BRYAN ALLEN, M.D. Urology Partners 200 3rd Ave W. Ste. 210 Bradenton, FL 34205 (941) 792-0340 RAVIENDER BUKKAPATNAM, M.D. Florida Urology Partners, LLP 1 David Blvd.

Ste. 604 Tampa, FL 33606 (813) 258-9565

KARL ILLIG, M.D. 2 Tampa General Cir. Ste. 7001 Tampa, FL 33606 (813) 259-0921

DAVID HERNANDEZ, M.D. South Tampa Center for Advanced Healthcare 2 Tampa General Cir. Tampa, FL 33606 (813) 974-2201 MALCOM ROOT, M.D. Florida Urology Partners 1209 W. Swann Ave. Tampa, FL 33606 (813) 253-3007 DAVID HOCHBERG, M.D. Urology

Sleep Medicine VOTED #1 BY PEERS

STEPHEN KREITZER, M.D. Sleep Disorders Consultants 2919 W. Swann Ave. Ste. 102 Tampa, FL 33609 (813) 877-5337 Runners-up WILLIAM M. ANDERSON, M.D. 13000 Bruce B. Downs Blvd.

Ste. 111C Tampa, FL 33612 (813) 972-2000 NATARAJAN SUBRAMANIAN, M.D.

Tampa Pulmonary & Sleep Specialists 4620 Habana Way, Ste. 101 Tampa, FL 33614 (813) 875-9362

Sports Medicine VOTED #1 BY PEERS

KEVIN ELDER, M.D. 1919 W. Swann Ave., 3rd Floor Tampa, FL 33629 (813) 254-8055

Runners-up ERIC CORIS, M.D. 13330 Laurel Dr. Tampa, FL 33612 (813) 974-2201 ARNOLD RAMIREZ, M.D. Florida Medical Clinic 602 S. Howard Ave. Tampa, FL 33606 (813) 253-2406

Thoracic Disease VOTED #1 BY PEERS

TIMOTHY WEBER, M.D. Florida Urology Partners, LLP 2708 W. Saint Isabel St. Tampa, FL 33607 (813) 877-7434

Vascular Surgery

STEPHEN KREITZER, M.D. Sleep Medicine

VOTED #1 BY PEERS

THOMAS KERR, M.D. The Vein & Vascular Institute of Tampa Bay 2809 W. Waters Ave. Tampa, FL 33614 (813) 377-2773

EUGENE MURPHY, M.D. Suncoast Medical Clinic 620 10th St. N. St. Petersburg, FL 33705 (727) 894-1818 MURRAY SHAMES, M.D. 2 Tampa General Cir. Tampa, FL 33606 (813) 974-2201

K. ERIC SOMMERS, M.D. 4007 N. Taliaferro Ave. Tampa, FL 33603 (813) 238-0810 Runner-up ERIC TOLOZA, M.D. 12902 Magnolia Dr., FOB1 Tampa, FL 33612 (813) 745-3980

Urology VOTED #1 BY PEERS

DAVID HOCHBERG, M.D. Florida Urology Partners 2708 W. Saint Isabel St. Tampa, FL 33607 (813) 877-7434

THOMAS KERR, M.D. Vascular Surgery

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A sign of hospitality, mint was planted by many early settlers at the entrance of their homes, and folklore says that if you rub a purse with mint leaves, they will bring good luck and prosperity. The Ancient Egyptians, Greeks and Romans used mint for flavoring foods, cleaning the home and curing ailments.

Today there are dozens of different varieties of mint plants in cultivation, all with their own unique taste and scent. A few of the most common ones include peppermint and spearmint but you can also find apple mint, chocolate mint and ginger mint, depending on your taste and culinary desires.

Mint is easy to grow and will quickly spread, so consider planting it in a pot or inside a bottomless bucket in the ground. You can add the versatile herb to sauces, vinegars, vegetables, salads, drinks or desserts – the possibilities are endless.

Chicken Biryani with Mint and Cilantro Asmita Kakodker began cooking in 2002 as a way to bring the tastes of her home in India to her new home in the U.S. Soon, thanks to Food TV, cooking was an obsession. She now loves cooking recipes from all over the world and writing about her cooking experiences, new recipes and family favorites on her blog, Compulsive Foodie.

Biryani is a traditional Indian dish. The rice and meat are cooked separately and then layered and baked together so that the various spices in the dish blend together to fully flavor every delicious bite.

Recipe online at thetampamagazine.com

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Seared Sea Bass with Roasted Carrot and Truffle Spring Pea Puree Chef Adriana has been a personal chef for six years. She specializes in creating unique and memorable private dining experiences as well as planning and cooking weekly meals for her clients. She was one of the consulting chefs at the 2016 Summer Olympics and regularly uses fresh herbs in her cooking.

Mint goes perfectly with seafood. The Spring Pea Truffle Sauce made with mint, peas and lemon juice is an invigorating combination that really complements the roasted carrots and fresh fish.

Recipe online at thetampamagazine.com

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Interested in making one of these recipes?

Purchase your own mint plant from any one of any one of your Tampa Bayarea grocers or farmers markets

Ginger Mint Mojito Dylan Clements has been mixing craft cocktails for five years. He loves coming up with new drinks and experimenting with interesting ingredients and unique combinations. He is the Bar Manager at Craft Bar Kitchen where he features fresh herbs in many of his concoctions – mint and basil are two of his favorite herbs.

A twist on the traditional mojito, this refreshing rum drink is sure to be your new favorite. Effervescent bubbles from ginger beer, fresh mint, lime and ginger make the Ginger Mint Mojito a great drink to serve at any gathering.

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Recipe online at thetampamagazine.com

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WHEN YOU’RE A DOCTOR, YOU’RE HERE TO SERVE AND TAKE CARE OF YOUR PATIENTS. —ALBERT TAWIL, M.D.

Double Board Certified in Family Medicine & Geriatrics Named Family Physician of the Year by the Florida Academy of Family Physicians Runner Up 2016 TAMPA Magazine Top Doctor – Family Practice Associate Professor at FSU Medical School

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enerations of Tampa families have relied on Dr. Tawil to take care of them, their parents, and their loved ones. He is known for his expertise and compassion – whether he is meeting with a patient in the office or taking care of them when they are in the hospital. His honors, certifications, and accolades are numerous but it’s what his patients have to say that mean the most to him.

“When I was in the hospital, Dr. Tawil took care of me. The other patients were surprised that it was my own primary care physician who was there looking after me.”

“Dr. Tawil came to the hospital when I had to have surgery and stayed with me during the procedure.”

“He is the kind of doctor that if you called him in the middle of the night, he’d be there for you.”

“When you go to a doctor like Dr. Tawil, you really don’t want to go to anyone else.”

Albert Tawil, M.D.

South Tampa Medical Center 508 South Habana Ave., Ste. 360 Tampa, FL 33609 (813) 876-5548

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lorida Hospital is a leader in minimally invasive surgery and has become one of the busiest hospitals in the Southeastern United States for pancreaticobiliary, liver, and esophageal surgery thanks to their team of surgical experts.

The Center has achieved a worldwide reputation for the treatment of Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), achalasia, swallowing disorders, pancreatic cancer, hepatobiliary cancers, esophageal cancer, gallbladder disease, and gastric cancer. Most operations involve state-of-theart minimally invasive technology, such as ‘scarless’ laparoscopy and robotic surgery.

doctors continue to develop new, innovative techniques and instrumentation to improve its safety and application.

Dr. Ross and Dr. Rosemurgy also perform robotic complex abdominal operations for esophageal, stomach, small bowel, pancreatic, liver, biliary tract and gallbladder cancers.

They are able to offer patients cholecystectomy (gallbladder removal) surgery under epidural anesthesia, to hasten recovery and to avoid possible side effects associated with general anesthesia.

MOST OPERATIONS INVOLVE STATE-OF-THE ART MINIMALLY INVASIVE TECHNOLOGY, SUCH AS ‘SCARLESS’ LAPAROSCOPY AND ROBOTIC SURGERY.

Dr. Ross and Dr. Rosemurgy were pioneers in developing ‘scarless’ Laparo-Endoscopic Single Site (LESS) Surgery. With this innovative technique, doctors are able to perform entire operations, such as anti-reflux operations for GERD, through a tiny incision inside the belly button, leaving no scar. Both

The newest member of the team is Dr. Sucandy – a specialist in GI surgery and Liver-Pancreas-Biliary surgery. He completed the most competitive Fellowship for liver surgery in the United States. Florida Hospital is proud to have this talented surgeon join the Southeastern Center for Digestive Disorders and Pancreatic Cancer, Advanced Minimally Invasive and Robotic Surgery.

Thanks to this team of medical experts, patients are living longer, and living better.

Southeastern Center for Digestive Disorders and Pancreatic Cancer, Advanced Minimally Invasive and Robotic Surgery 3000 Medical Park Dr., | Ste. 500, Tampa, FL 33613 (813) 615-7030 | southeastminimallyinvasive.org

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PHOTOGRAPHY CARLTON WARD, JR. | STORY DEREK HERSCOVICI | DESIGN JILLIAN BACO

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O A FLORIDA NATIVE, BEING CALLED A “CRACKER” IS A COMPLIMENT. It recalls the grit and tenacity of laboring cowboys who came generations before them, from which the nickname is derived. Many associate the cowboy with the “Wild West,” but few know that these bullwhip-toting ancestors shaped the landscape, history and economy that make Florida what it is today – and we’re proud to share the story of the term’s roots.

Spain’s attempts to colonize the interior of Florida were abandoned by the early 1700s. Spanish colonists retreated to the fortress towns of St. Augustine and Pensacola or departed for their Caribbean holdings in Cuba and Hispaniola (the island now made up of the Dominican Republic and Haiti), leaving behind massive herds of Andalusian cattle, an ancestor of today’s modern Texas longhorn. Prized for the hardiness and resistance to parasites the breed had developed living in Florida, these cattle were turned loose or escaped their enclosures, w

2 1 Cattle rustlers guided cattle out of the underbrush of Central Florida’s forests before embarking on the Florida Cracker Trail.

2 The cowboys’ incredible knack for “cracking” their whips faster than the speed of sound gave them their name.

1 multiplying and spreading across North America in record numbers. The cattle drove Florida’s economy for much of the 19th century and helped create today’s state economy. Without these cattle, the cracker cowboy, the most mythic of the Florida frontiersmen, would not have existed. Their descendants, the cowboys who moved out west, might not have either.

Battles fought between indigenous Native Americans and the Spanish and English settlers in Florida were fueled to no small degree by the various cattle rustlers on both sides who sought to control the large, wild herds of the interior and the land they grazed on. Ahaya, “the Cowkeeper” and the first chief of the Alachua band of the Seminole tribe, took territorial control of modern-day Paynes Prairie and an abandoned Spanish cattle ranch in the early 1700s, quickly amassing enough wild cows to earn his namesake. The village he and his people established before his death in 1784, Cuscowilla, later became the first established American town in the Florida territory under its current name, Micanopy. Rather than import or drive more cattle into Florida,

the two sides instead warred over the existing population until the settlers were able to displace the natives.

The second generation to settle in the Florida territory after the Spanish were pioneers who traveled south through the state in the period between the American Revolution and the Civil War. Control of Florida was still disputed by Spain and England, so settlers in the state lived outside the political control of both nations. Cattle rustlers, charged with rounding up the loose cattle in Central Florida, used long, braided leather bullwhips to bring cattle out from the underdeveloped forest brush. The men would flail the whips with so much force that the tips would actually break the sound barrier, creating a cracking sound – actually a small sonic boom. Thus, a name for these Florida cowboys was born. Stories quickly spread about the rustlers’ individual whipcracking sounds that allowed them to identify each other from far away.

The cracker cowboys rode short horses called “cracker ponies” across the Florida Cracker Trail from Fort Pierce to Bradenton. This trail across Central Florida was blazed out of necessity more than anything

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3 else. Moist land surrounding the Kissimmee River prevented travel to the north, while the sizable Lake Okeechobee and the Everglades swamps meant the crackers could not cross to the south either.

Every year the crackers would convene on the more populous east coast and stock up for the long 120-mile journey across the trail to the Gulf of Mexico, where the cattle would be shipped to Cuba. To maximize profits, they had to deliver the cattle to shipping ports during peak market season in late July and August, when the weather was at its worst.

Florida’s unpredictable weather, from never-ending downpours to oppressive heat, was just one challenge the cracker cowboys faced on the trail. They also had to take care to avoid dangerous panthers, bears and wolves and hostile native tribes with nothing but small packs of herd dogs for protection. Upon arriving safely in Fort Pierce, the crackers often stopped at P.P. Cobb’s General Store (100 Ave. A, Fort Pierce). The oldest commercial establishment in St. Lucie County, the store opened in 1882 as a trading post between Seminole tribes, planters, crackers and sailors. You can still see the giant blackboard ledger behind the counter where crackers’ names were written when they bought supplies on credit, debts occasionally repaid with Spanish gold after the long drive.

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During the Civil War, cracker-supplied cattle were the Confederate Army’s chief source of meat, leather and hides, particularly after Union ships blockaded southern ports. Forced to drive the animals by land into Georgia, the “Cow Cavalry” faced harsh conditions and the occasional skirmish with Union forces along the way, prompting some to turn sides and sell their cattle to the Union-controlled port of Fort Myers.

When the war was over, Judge Ziba King, a former Confederate officer, became the greatest “cattle baron” in Florida history. He owned more than 50,000 cows – a tenth of Florida’s total cattle population – worth a half million dollars at the time of his death in 1901 (over 13 million in 2016 dollars). While King’s success could be linked to the cattle trade with Spanish Cuba, much of the everyday work was carried out by journeymen cattle rustlers – none more famous than King’s prized rancher, Morgan Bonaparte “Bone” Mizell. Born in present-day DeSoto County, Mizell was known far and wide as much for his drinking and mischief as his knowledge of cattle brands. Rumor had it he could recognize hundreds of different brands.

As barbed-wire cattle farms started to offer more consistent beef, the roaming Florida cracker personified by Mizell faded into history, but

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3 Cracker cowboys made the 120-mile trek across the Cracker Trail in the oppressive heat of the summer with just their cattle and a few herd dogs for protection.

4 Cowboy at an open range roundup near Fort McCoy, Florida, circa 1910.

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5 The cracker cattle were descendants of the seven Andalusian cattle first brought from Spain by Ponce de Leon when he made his second voyage to Florida in 1521.

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arlton Ward, Jr. is an acclaimed photographer and National Geographic Explorer. His photographs are widely exhibited and collected and have been published in newspapers and magazines including Audubon, Smithsonian, Nature Conservancy and National Geographic.

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5 their stories and the culture they embodied can still be felt here in Central Florida. In 2000, the White House Millennium Council selected the Florida Cracker Trail as a “Millennium Trail,” recognizing both its historical and cultural importance to the state and the nation. The trail’s western terminus is now Manatee Village Historical Park. Road trippers can still visit the Desert Inn and Restaurant in Yeehaw Junction, which was built in 1885 as a saloon for weary crackers and travelers, with a brothel on the second floor. After extensive renovations, the Desert Inn now offers classic Florida country dishes and lodging. For a true taste of the cracker life, nothing beats the Great Florida Cattle Drive Reunion, an annual convention and cattle herding expedition from January 27-29, 2017 at the Florida Agricultural Museum in Palm Coast.

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PHYSICIAN Profiles

Choosing a physician can be tough.

It’s even tougher in Tampa Bay, where there are thousands of capable, experienced doctors to meet your medical needs from head to toe.

With our Physician Profiles section, we’re making that choice a little easier.

In the following pages, get to know the best physicians in the Bay area.

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TODD A. BESNOFF, M.D. COSMETIC PROCEDURES WHEN HE WAS 13 YEARS OLD, DR. TODD BESNOFF FOUND OUT ON HIS SCHOOL’S CAREER DAY THAT HE HAD THE STOMACH FOR, WELL... A SURGERY ON THE STOMACH. “I chose to go see an abdominal surgery during my school’s career day and loved watching the procedure and teamwork in the operating room,” he says. “I found that it was fascinating. I became intrigued with procedural medicine.”

Now, as one of the Tampa Bay-area’s top cosmetic physicians, Dr. Besnoff no longer performs major surgeries, but his office now performs 35 to 55 office patient procedures per day. In fact, he has performed more BOTOX® / Dysport® treatments in Tampa Bay than any other provider.

“I chose this line of medicine because of my ability to work well with my hands during medical procedures and my desire to make patients feel happy about themselves,” he says.

Dr. Besnoff was recently certified to perform PDO Threading procedures, which allows the patient to receive a non-surgical facelift within 30 minutes! He is also certified to administer Kybella® injections, which dissolve the fat under the chin. He also uses ThermiTight™, which administers radiofrequency to give a neck lift that’s better than lipsuction.

Additionally, Dr. Besnoff’s team has the proper non-invasive treatment for bags under the eyes (PRP, Thermi™ or Fraxel®).

“The PRP treatment for bags and circles under the eyes has been widely successful in prolonging the need for under-eye surgery,” he stated. “Plus, this treatment makes the patient appear five to ten years younger.”

Dr. Besnoff also offers BOTOX® / Dysport®, dermal fillers, and weight loss procedures such as THERMI™ liposuction, Verjú™ and Liposonix®.

“The most rewarding part of the day is when a patient can view his or her before-andafter pictures and see the improvement our treatment had on his or her beauty,” he says.

“Even more rewarding, as a physician, is knowing that I am making a positive difference in the lives of my patients.”

Dr. Besnoff’s primary office is located in Clearwater just south of Curlew Road on U.S. Highway 19.

Dr. Besnoff is a single dad of two and enjoys family games, dressing up with his kids at cosplay events and outdoor activities such as beach games, tennis and golf.

Education Florida State University College of Medicine; Sacred Heart Hospital, residency; American Medical Association; Pinellas County Medical Association; American Society of Cosmetic Physicians; National Physician’s Alliance Ultimate Image Cosmetic Medical Center 29750 U.S. Highway 19 N., Suite 207 Clearwater, FL 33761 (727) 799-7000 UltimateImageTampaBay.com

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MICHAEL BARBICK, M.D., D.M.D. ORAL AND MAXILLOFACIAL SURGERY WHETHER IT’S THE REMOVAL OF WISDOM TEETH, THE PLACEMENT OF DENTAL IMPLANTS OR THE RECONSTRUCTION OF THE FACE FOLLOWING A TRAUMATIC ACCIDENT, DR. MICHAEL BARBICK HAS COMPETENTLY HANDLED ANY AND EVERY PROFESSIONAL SITUATION HE HAS FACED. Dr. Barbick is a native Floridian and a graduate of the University of Florida, where he obtained his medical and dental degree and completed his surgical residency.

Dr. Barbick is board-certified by the American Board of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery and a Fellow of the of the American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons. He is qualified to treat a wide spectrum of surgical issues for pediatric, adolescent, adult and senior patients. His medical knowledge and surgical background give him the ability to be comfortable treating the most complex surgical cases and medically compromised patients. He is currently an Assistant Professor at the University of Florida and takes time from his private practice to teach dental and medical students in addition to oral surgery residents.

“I love teaching, and it keeps me up to date with the most recent advances in medicine and surgery,” Dr. Barbick says. “It’s great to see these surgical residents and students’ progress every year. Having the ability to be a part of their training is an honor.”

Prior to opening his multiple offices in and around Tampa, Dr. Barbick spent five years in St. Louis, Missouri, where he operated at two of the city’s busiest trauma centers and was the program director of a surgical fellowship program. Currently with six offices in and around the greater Tampa region we are able to accommodate patients for multiple reasons that require them to seek an Oral Surgeon.

“I love Tampa and am so happy to call this place my home,” Dr. Barbick says.

Dr. Barbick has offices in Carrollwood, Wesley Chapel, Dunedin, New Port Richey, Bradenton and Sun City Center.

(813) 264-2286 tbjafs.com

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ADAM BEFELER, M.D. NEUROSURGEON ADAM BEFELER, MD GREW UP IN A FAMILY OF SURGEONS, BUT DIDN’T REALIZE MEDICINE WAS HIS TRUE CALLING UNTIL HE WORKED AS A FIREFIGHTER DURING COLLEGE. “I recognized the deep satisfaction I had taking care of patients,” Befeler said. “While working as a firefighter I felt limited in the medical interventions I could offer patients; after some deep soul-searching I decided to pursue a career in medicine.”

A national voice on traumatic neurological injury in adults and pediatric patients, Dr. Befeler’s dedication to providing the best care possible is one of the many reasons people from around the Tampa Bay area seek out his practice.

While receptive to all areas of medicine, Dr. Befeler was drawn to the complexity and continuing evolution of neurosurgery, today specializing in disorders of the spine and peripheral nerves in addition to general neurosurgery.

When meeting a patient for the first time, Dr. Befeler takes into account the whole person and how they personally experience their symptoms before explaining their medical issue and developing a plan that fits their lifestyle.

A loving husband and father who enjoys scuba diving, traveling, his dogs, and photography, Dr. Befeler wants every patient he sees to leave feeling like they’re a member of his family while understanding their body’s issues better and having a clear plan to achieve the goals they want.

“Many patients feel as if they have been shuffled through a very impersonal medical system. When I see a patient, my goal is to make sure that I take the time to listen to their problems in their own words, show and explain to them in clear terms the medical issue, and then work together to develop a plan that gets them back to enjoying their life the way they want to enjoy it.”

Education/ Affiliation Columbia University; Georgetown University; Robert Wood Johnson Medical School at Rutgers University; University of Tennessee/Semmes-Murphey Neurological Institute; the American Association of Neurological Surgeons; Congress of Neurological Surgeons; Alpha Omega Alpha; and the Gold Humanism Honor Society.

603 7th St S Ste 540 St. Petersburg, FL 33701 (727) 228-8076 www.nsatb.com

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DEAN G. DAVIS, M.D., F.A.C.S. FACIAL PLASTIC SURGERY DR. DEAN G. DAVIS IS A RACECAR ENTHUSIAST, THE ULTIMATE STAR WARS FAN, A LOVING HUSBAND AND FATHER, AND HAS BEEN PRACTICING FACIAL PLASTIC SURGERY IN TAMPA FOR MORE THAN 15 YEARS. Dr. Davis specializes in Facelifts, Neck Lifts, Rhinoplasty (Nose Jobs), Brow Lifts, and Eyelid Lifts and is one of the few plastic and reconstructive surgeons in the country to be dual-board certified by both the American Board of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery and the American Board of Otolaryngology.

While his patients love the professionalism and expertise of Dr. Davis and his team of experts, the friendly atmosphere and quality care is what keeps them coming back. He has performed thousands of cosmetic procedures and is constantly learning and researching the latest techniques and state-of-theart advances to provide cutting-edge, specialized cosmetic and reconstructive care to give each patient the most natural look. Dr. Davis spends the time to consult personally with each patient and develops a treatment plan, taking their facial structure into consideration along with their wishes and needs.

It’s his goal to treat each patient like a member of his family. He thinks, “If my wife said wrinkles or sagging skin were making her uncomfortable, what would I do for her?” or “If this were my son who was bothered by a bump

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on his nose, how would I help him?” During the consultation, a photo is taken, and, using his state-of-the-art photo simulation software VECTRA 3D Imaging, Dr. Davis shows patients a rendering of the aesthetic results they can expect to see after the procedure.

Davis Facial Plastic Surgery performs patient procedures in the fully accredited surgery center right next door to his new, modern office which opened earlier this year. The new office has a full MedSpa with a skilled esthetician to address any skin concerns and provide a full array of skincare and cosmetic services, including Obagi, peels and microneedling. Davis Facial Plastic Surgery pampers each patient in relaxing, welcoming rooms and waiting areas, and provides them with the newest innovative simulation software for cosmetic consultations.

Education University of North Carolina, Bachelor of Science and Doctor of Medicine with Honors; University of Virginia Hospital, Residency in Otolaryngology; University of South Florida, Post-graduate Fellowship; American Board of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery; American Board of Otolaryngology; American College of Surgeons.

Davis Facial Plastic Surgery 3440 W. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd., Ste. 101 (813) 337-7964 | davisfacialsurgery.com

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RICHARD DICICCO, M.D., F.A.C.S., F.A.S.M.B.S. BARIATRIC SURGERY “I WORKED IN ENGINEERING, RETAIL, AND FOR NASA BEFORE DECIDING TO BECOME A DOCTOR. I ENJOYED HELPING PEOPLE AND MAKING A DIFFERENCE IN THEIR LIVES AND THOUGHT THAT MEDICINE WAS WHERE I COULD DO THE MOST GOOD. During my surgical residency, I worked with bariatric surgeons and saw the positive effect bariatric surgery could make in a person’s life.”

Dr. DiCicco is a board-certified general and bariatric surgeon at the Florida Surgical Weight Loss Centers, which offers a comprehensive program to help people combat obesity. Dr. DiCicco specializes in the latest bariatric surgery techniques. His current focus is using the latest generation da Vinci robot system to perform minimally invasive surgery, specifically gastric sleeve and Roux-en-Y gastric bypass and other revisional bariatric surgery.

“I want to give my patients the best possible outcome. The new da Vinci robotic system typically helps patients experience less pain and discomfort using smaller incisions and less torque on the surgical instruments. It gives the surgeon better visualization of the anatomy and the ability to be more precise during surgery than ever before.”

Dr. DiCicco brings a tradition of excellence and caring to the Weight Loss Center. He is also the current Director of Bariatric Surgery at the Memorial Hospital of Tampa, an MBSAQIP Bariatric Center of Excellence Hospital and the former Director of Bariatric Surgery at Town and Country Hospital, which was a SRC Bariatric Center of Excellence. Due to his level of knowledge and expertise he mentors other surgeons who are interested in using the da Vinci system.

“People’s lives transform after they have bariatric surgery,” says Dr. DiCicco. “They lose significant amounts of weight and it is highly rewarding to help them live a healthier life.”

Education University of Virginia; American University of the Caribbean; St. Agnes Healthcare, Baltimore, MD

Florida Surgical Weight Loss Centers South Tampa | Lakeland | Wesley Chapel (813) 877-6000 HealthyYouFL.com

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RONALD G. HAYTER, MD ORTHOPEDIC SURGEON WHEN SUFFERING FROM EVEN MINOR ARTHRITIS, EVERYDAY TASKS LIKE WALKING AND STANDING UP CAN FEEL LIKE HURDLES TO OVERCOME, LEAVING PATIENTS WITH FEW OPTIONS FOR A BETTER LIFE. Dr. Ronald G. Hayter knows the difficulty and confusion arthritis creates and understands that treating a patient’s motivation can be as important as their joints. “Part of my job is reassuring them that they can get better,” Dr. Hayter said. “They can go back to living a relatively normal life, but one of the most important factors in their recovery is their motivation to get better, their desire to recover.”

A joint replacement specialist, Dr. Hayter has been treating all types of arthritis problems at the Florida Orthopedic & Knee Pavilion since 1990 on his own. At the Largo Medical Center Dr. Hayter performs complex surgical procedures like hip replacements, knee resurfacing, knee and shoulder arthroscopy as well as treating conditions like osteoarthritis, tendinitis and degenerative joint diseases.

“Earlier this morning a patient came in for her first postoperative visit and she was walking without support, whereas before surgery she could barely walk with a walker,” Dr. Hayter said. “It’s only been three weeks! She’s already walking with no support at all.” Dr Hayter has helped thousands of people like this patient with arthritis get back to enjoying their life. If you or someone you love is experiencing joint pain, you owe it to yourself to come see Dr Hayter to see how he can help you, too.

Born in Houston but raised in a small West Texas town called San Angelo, Dr. Hayter loves talking to people almost as much as he does helping them and understands that there’s more to a patient than just their injury. When he’s not helping patients or spending time with family, Dr. Hayter enjoys racing open-wheel Formula cars and go-carts at the nearby track.

Education University of Texas; Medical College of Georgia Hospital & Clinic; Joint Implant Surgeons, Ohio State University; Palms of Pasadena Hospital, St. Petersburg; Founding Member, The Muscoskeletal Transplant Foundtion; Founder/Director, Medical College of Georgia Tissue Bank; Florida Orthopedic Society; American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons

Florida Knee & Orthopedic Pavilion 1831 N. Belcher Rd. Suite E 2 Clearwater, FL 33765 727-953-9492 info@floridakneepavilion.com

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GEOFFREY M. KWITKO, M.D. F.A.C.S. OCULOPLASTIC SURGERY AND NEURO-OPHTHALMOLOGY DR. GEOFFREY KWITKO HAD A VISION FOR HIS LIFE LONG BEFORE HE BECAME ONE OF TAMPA’S MOST DISTINGUISHED OCULOPLASTIC SURGEONS. Growing up, he watched his father revolutionize the ophthalmology world by being the first doctor in Canada to insert intraocular lens implants during cataract surgery. It’s a distinction that, among many others, helped cement his reputation as a pioneer in the field—he was even knighted shortly before he passed away in 2002.

As a teenager working in his father’s practice, Geoffrey always knew that, like his father, he wanted to carve his own unique path in ophthalmologic history. “I always wanted to be an eye doctor,” Dr. Kwitko says, “but I didn’t know I would specialize in oculoplastics until I met a professor during my residency.”

After his residency, he practiced in Montreal for a year. He became frustrated with the sluggish health care system.

“I remember this 80-year-old woman who had an infected tear sac,” he recalls. “It would have taken me 20 minutes to fix, but we couldn’t get her into an OR for six months.” He decided then and there that he couldn’t practice in an environment that allowed patients to suffer.

He set his sights on Tampa, a city, that at the time, had only one other oculoplastic surgeon. Now, more than 25 years later, the Harbour Island resident has established himself as one of the world’s most renowned experts on cosmetic eyelid surgery. Dr. Kwitko specializes in neuro ophthalmology, thyroid eye disease, orbital diseases, orbital cancers, tearing problems and dry eye syndrome. “I enjoy the cosmetic part and doing trauma and cancer reconstruction is very rewarding,” he says. When he’s not in surgery, Dr. Kwitko unwinds by hitting the hockey rink. Some of his patients might be surprised to discover that once upon a time, Dr. Kwitko was a world-class mogul skier. “It was either keep skiing or get a real job,” Dr. Kwitko jokes.

Education University of Western Ontario, Canada; Doctor of Medicine McGill University, Montreal; Kresge Eye Institute, Wayne State University, Detroit ophthalmology residency; Oculoplastic, orbital, lacrimal, and neuro-ophthalmology fellowship; Fellow, American College of Surgeons; Fellow, International College of Surgeons; Fellow, American Academy of Ophthalmology; Fellow, International Society of Orbital Disorders; Fellow, Neuro-ophthalmic Surgical Society

Kwitko Cosmetic Surgery 311 South MacDill Ave. Tampa, FL 33609 (813) 877-8665 Kwitko.com

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CARLOS A. LABRADOR, M.D., F.A.A.F.P. FAMILY MEDICINE “MY PHILOSOPHY IS TO BE THERE FOR MY PATIENTS WHEN THEY NEED ME, NOT WHEN IT’S CONVENIENT.” Dr. Carlos A. Labrador knows how difficult it can be to seek medical help on a tight schedule. Practicing medicine for over 15 years, Dr. Labrador and his wife Kitty have owned and operated the Labrador Primary Care Center since 2004 with one focus in mind: providing the most complete and comfortable medical experience available to the community.

“I still have the same patients now that I had 12 years ago. The biggest compliment people can give me is referring their family, friends and neighbors and entrusting them to my care. There is no bigger honor for me than to be your doctor.”

Board certified in Family Medicine, Dr. Labrador received training in sports medicine, geriatrics, pediatrics, Internal Medicine, minor surgery, nutrition and more. Fluent in both English and Spanish, Dr. Labrador and his team of compassionate physician’s assistants ensure that each and every patient’s needs are met to their utmost satisfaction.

With average patient visit times of 35 minutes and a dedication to scheduling same-day appointment visits, the Labrador Primary Care Center will help you stay healthy and active without missing a beat.

The Labrador Primary Care Center will help you manage chronic health conditions like diabetes, high blood pressure, heart disease, osteoarthritis and depression quickly and efficiently. If a patient needs blood work done, the trained phlebotomists on staff are able to draw blood samples and send them to the necessary lab quick and painlessly.

The Labrador Primary Care Center will coordinate with a trusted team of specialists dedicated to giving every patient the care they need. “We coordinate whatever the patient needs to get the best possible outcome for our patients while making it as easy, simple and pleasurable as possible.”

Education The University of Florida, 1997; Meharry Medical College, Nashville, TN 2001; Bayfront Family Medical Residency. St. Petersburg, FL 2004 Affiliations Fellow of the American Academy of Family Physicians; Member of the American Medical Association; Member of the Florida Academy of Family Physicians, Pinellas County Medical Association

Labrador Primary Care Center 6775 Crosswinds Dr N St. Petersburg, FL 33710 (727) 381-8006 drlabrador.com

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CEDRIC SHORTER, M.D. NEUROSURGEON MORE THAN ANYTHING ELSE, DR. CEDRIC D. SHORTER WANTS EACH OF HIS PATIENTS TO KNOW HE STRIVES TO PROVIDE COMPASSIONATE AND PERSONALIZED COMPREHENSIVE NEUROSURGICAL CARE. Inspired to become a neurosurgeon at the age of 13 after watching a documentary on brain surgery to cure a patient’s seizure problem, at Neurosurgical Associates of Tampa Bay Dr. Shorter works to provide his patients with the highest quality medical care and is devoted to implementing the most innovative techniques and therapies available.

“I listen to the patient’s problems and decide on the best form of treatment for that individual patient. The biggest concern I see is a fear of surgery and I try to reassure people by going through the entire surgical process step by step, from the time they enter the hospital to the moment they leave.”

Specializing in complex cranial procedures, Dr. Shorter treats a variety of brain tumors and deep seated tumors as well as cerebrovascular issues like aneurysms and arteriovenous malformations.

The first neurosurgeon in the Tampa Bay area to employ fluorescein, a dye used to illuminate brain tumors, Dr. Shorter is certified to use Brain Path™, a minimally invasive system used to remove deep-seated brain lesions with minimal disruption of normal brain tissue.

An avid drummer since he was 11, Dr. Shorter enjoys fishing or playing video games when he’s not spending time with his family.

“There are no egos here,” Shorter said. “At Neurosurgical Associates of Tampa Bay we work together to cover many subspecialties like complex spine, skull base tumors, cerebrovascular and epilepsy. Because we have such a variety in our training, we are able to pool our different expertise together to provide the best possible care for our patients.”

Education Northwestern State University, Louisiana; Louisiana State University (LSU); LSU Health Sciences Center, Shreveport; Goodman Campbell Brain & Spine in Indianapolis.

603 7th St S Ste 540 St. Petersburg, FL 33701 (727) 228-8076 www.nsatb.com

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JEFFREY TEDDER, M.D., F.A.C.S ORTHOPAEDIC SURGEON/SPORTS MEDICINE DR. JEFFREY TEDDER UNDERSTANDS THAT FOR ATHLETES, THERE’S NOTHING MORE FRUSTRATING THAN BEING ON THE SIDELINES WITH AN INJURY. As a two-sport letterman in football and basketball for Wofford College, he remembers the hard work, dedication and the thrill of competing. Now, as a board-certified orthopaedic surgeon and sports medicine specialist, winning means helping injured athletes get back in the game as soon as possible.

With the support of his expert team at Tedder Sports Medicine and Orthopaedic Center, Dr. Tedder treats rising professional athletes and weekend warriors alike through knee and shoulder arthroscopy, ligament reconstruction and osteochondral transplantation. “Athletes are hard workers in rehab, which makes working with them not only easy, but enjoyable.” Dr. Tedder says. “They have skin in the game, you can say, and they know how valuable their time is when invested. They know that hard work will get them the best results and back to 100 percent.”

But you don’t have to be a hardcore athlete to see Dr. Tedder; as a knee and shoulder orthopaedic specialist, he treats everyone from retired senior tennis players to up-and-coming high school sports stars. “We can treat anyone,” he adds. “I like athletes because I was one and they are healthy and very treatable. But we don’t treat just athletes.”

Dr. Tedder may be the go-to doctor for knees and shoulders, but he also treats hands, wrists, hips, elbows, feet and ankles.

Dr. Tedder is a Fellow of American College of Surgeons and the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons. He’s also a member of the Arthroscopy Association of North America, as well as the International Society of Arthroscopy, Knee Surgery and Orthopaedic Sports Medicine. During his sports medicine fellowship, he studied under the mentorship of Dr. James Andrews, a world-renowned orthopaedic surgeon for the professional athletes.

Whether you’re a recreational runner or a college football star, Dr. Tedder and team will customize a game plan to help get you treated, rehabilitated and back in the game.

Education Wofford College, Bachelor’s; Medical University of South Carolina, MD; Cornell University, surgery internship; Albert Einstein School of Medicine, New York, Orthopaedic Residency; American Sports Medicine Institute, Sports Medicine and Arthroscopy Fellowship.

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DR. MAURICE AIKEN, DPM PODIATRIC MED/SURG

LENNOX HOYTE, M.D. FEMALE PELVIC MEDICINE AND RECONSTRUCTIVE SURGERY

A SELF-DESCRIBED “PERFECTIONIST,” DR. MAURICE AIKEN DOES ALL HE CAN TO KEEP HIS PATIENTS HEALTHY AND ACTIVE. GENUINE CARING AND LISTENING IN A RELAXED, UNRUSHED ENVIRONMENT ARE HALLMARKS OF HIS PRACTICE AT BAY BREEZE FOOT & ANKLE SPECIALISTS.

PELVIC PRESSURE, A FEELING OF SOMETHING “FALLING OUT,” EMBARRASSING BLADDER OR BOWEL LEAKAGE, A FEELING OF INCOMPLETE BLADDER OR BOWEL EMPTYING, A SENSE OF HAVING TO GO TO THE BATHROOM FREQUENTLY, PAIN WITH SEXUAL RELATIONS - WOMEN SUFFERING FROM PELVIC PROLAPSE OR BLADDER OR BOWEL CONTROL PROBLEMS MAY THINK THEY JUST HAVE TO LIVE WITH THEIR SYMPTOMS OR BE TOO EMBARRASSED TO TALK ABOUT THEM.

“Many patients have expressed concern to me about how little time their doctors spend with them. Looking at the patient as a person and not just focusing on a painful heel or Achilles tendon is so very important. I consider all factors that might cause a state of chronic inflammation—diet, exercise, sleep patterns and stress levels.”

Able to offer the versatility of traditional medicine or evidence-based holistic/alternative medicine (or any combination thereof) is a huge advantage that the majority of foot and ankle specialists do not offer. Dr. Aiken specializes in heel and nerve pain in the foot and has treated thousands of patients over his 26-year career.

Education The University of Maryland Honors program; the Temple School of Podiatric Medicine, Philadelphia; Board-certified by the American Board of Foot & Ankle Surgery; the University of Maryland Hospital, Department of Orthopaedics Foot/Ankle Fellowship Program; The Florida Podiatric Medical Association.

Dr. Hoyte, a fellowship trained, Board Certified specialist in Female Pelvic Medicine and Reconstructive Surgery, has created a practice where women can feel safe discussing their symptoms and specializes in treating each patient with personalized, evidence-based treatments and a wide range of successful surgical and nonsurgical therapies for all types of pelvic floor disorders.

A recognized expert in imaging and biomechanics of the female pelvic organs, he is also one of the leading robotic prolapse surgeons in the world. “Because I specialize in advanced robotic and vaginal surgery and have knowledge of a wide range of surgical and nonsurgical therapies, I am able to customize treatment for each of my patients. I start by carefully listening to each woman’s complaints, followed by a thorough examination and evaluation of the problem. I then discuss the diagnosis and treatment options in detail with them. I want each patient to understand her diagnosis, how we are going to fix it, and feel comfortable asking questions.”

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RAVI KORABATHINA, M.D. INTERVENTIONAL CARDIOLOGY

WILLIAM P. MACK, M.D. OCULOPLASTIC SURGEON

FOR DR. RAVI KORABATHINA, ASSISTANT PROFESSOR AT THE USF HEALTH MORSANI COLLEGE OF MEDICINE FOR THE DEPARTMENT OF CARDIOLOGY, IT DIDN’T TAKE LONG TO DECIDE TO BECOME A DOCTOR. AFTER ALL, HIS FATHER WAS A FAMILY PHYSICIAN. “I decided I wanted to be a physician in high school,” he says. “This decision was partially influenced by my father, but it had always been an early interest for me.”

“OCULOPLASTICS IS A SPECIALIZED BRANCH OF PLASTIC SURGERY THAT FOCUSES AROUND THE EYES AND FACE,” NOTES DR. MACK.

Dr. Korabathina delivers a full spectrum of care in cardiovascular medicine—from diagnosis to treatment and recovery. He is board certified in internal medicine and interventional cardiology and cardiovascular diseases, which means he understands how the cardiovascular system relates to other systems within the body.

He provides treatment in cardiology, interventional cardiology, echocardiography and vascular medicine, and is a registered physician in vascular interpretation and is a registered vascular technologist.

Dr. Korabathina specializes in transradial cardiac catheterization, highrisk percutaneous coronary intervention with the use of percutaneous mechanical support devices and endovascular procedures. His work allows him to relate on a personal level with his patients. “By far,” Dr. Korabathina says, “the most rewarding part of being a doctor is the impact I have on patients’ lives and the ability I have to alleviate their suffering.”

Dr. Korabathina is married with two sons. He also enjoys baseball and playing the violin.

Certification & Education Albany Medical College; New York Medical College; Tufts Medical Center; Board Certified in Interventional Cardiology and Echocardiography

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One of Tampa Bay’s leading Oculoplastic and Facial Cosmetic Surgeons, Dr. Mack has been featured on News Channel 8 and Fox 13 and was awarded South Tampa’s “Best Cosmetic Surgeon” by the Tampa Tribune three years in a row.

Dr. Mack has practiced in the Tampa area for more than 20 years and has dedicated his practice to helping patients achieve a natural and refreshed appearance.

“We always strive to enhance the lives of our patients through compassionate, personal attention using the most advanced medical techniques,” he says.

The Mack Center offers surgical procedures such as facelifts, upper and lower eyelid surgery, brow lift surgery and functional and cosmetic reconstructive surgery. They proudly offer many skin rejuvenation procedures such as Botox® Cosmetic, Dysport, facial fillers (Juvederm, Voluma, Restylane, Radiesse), Kybella™ and customized skin care with medical grade skin care products.

“At the Mack Center we provide our patients the best health options and the highest quality care possible,” Dr. Mack says.

“We offer a warm atmosphere where all of our patients feel relaxed, comfortable and welcome.”

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MICHAEL MISHKIN, D.O. CARDIOVASCULAR DISEASE

ANGELA TURNER, D.O. FACC CARDIOVASCULAR DISEASE

DR. MICHAEL MISHKIN, ASSISTANT PROFESSOR AT USF HEALTH’S MORSANI COLLEGE OF MEDICINE FOR THE DEPARTMENT OF CARDIOLOGY, LIKES TO KEEP THINGS SIMPLE. IN FACT, THAT’S EXACTLY WHAT HE’S GOING TO DO WITH HIS BEDSIDE MANNER WHEN SEEING PATIENTS. “It’s very unsettling when you are ill and do not understand what is going on,” he says. “There is a lot of ‘jargon’ in the medical field, and I enjoy simplifying to patients how we are going to help them feel better.”

SOME OF DR. TURNER’S FIRST MEMORIES ARE RELATED TO MEDICINE. “My mother told me I said I wanted to be a doctor when I was 5 years old,” she says. “I can remember it being my goal from a very early age and trying to do anything possible to get experience in medicine, from volunteering at a local hospital to shadowing my own primary care physician.”

Dr. Mishkin spends most of his time seeing and talking to patients. As a “non-invasive” cardiologist, he won’t be performing surgery on patients. Instead, he’ll be using stress tests to look for coronary artery disease. He also performs and interprets echocardiograms, which is a technique that uses ultrasounds to take pictures of the heart.

“It is really quite remarkable how much we can learn about your heart just from a simple sound wave,” Mishkin adds.

Dr. Mishkin says the cardiological technology utilized is improving fast and that he loves problem solving to give the best of his medical services to his patients. “ “I consider myself very lucky that I get to help people on a daily basis,” he says.

Certification & Education Nova Southeastern University; University of South Florida; Board Certified in Cardiology and Echocardiography

Dr. Turner’s fascination with medicine and passion for helping people has made her an expert in cardiology. She specializes in diagnosing, managing and treating heart conditions and is excited about researching how genetics can pinpoint who will be at risk for heart disease, which enables doctors to tailor early preventative care.

“The most important thing to me is to take the time to listen to my patient and then come up with a plan together that will help determine what the issue is and how to treat it,” she says. “I like to take the time to counsel on healthy lifestyle choices and have a special interest in prevention and women’s health.”

Even outside the office she spends her time taking care of others as an active volunteer with the Junior League and other local organizations, on medical mission trips to Africa, and, along with her husband, caring for rescue dogs and cats.

Certification & Education Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine; University of South Florida; Board Certified in Cardiology

James Heart Center 625 6th Avenue S., Ste. 430 St. Petersburg, FL 33701 (844) 4BH-BHMG | bayfrontdoctors.com

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JAMES A. WESTERVELT, M.D., F.A.C.S. GENERAL SURGEON

J. RYAN WILLIAMS, M.D. COLON & RECTAL SURGERY

“THE FIRST TIME I OBSERVED AN OPERATION, I KNEW I HAD FOUND MY CALLING,” DR. WESTERVELT SAYS. “I’d always known I wanted to work with people and help them but was unsure of the exact professions I wanted to enter. After seeing that operation, I couldn’t imagine any other profession that would allow me to work with people so intimately and make such a positive impact on their lives.”

DR. J. RYAN WILLIAMS, ASSISTANT PROFESSOR AT USF HEALTH’S MORSANI COLLEGE OF MEDICINE FOR THE DIVISION OF COLON AND RECTAL SURGERY, WAS ON THE PATH TO BE AN ADMINISTRATOR. THEN HE MET A SEVEN-YEAR-OLD BOY WITH LEUKEMIA, AND THAT BOY TAUGHT DR. WILLIAMS ABOUT STRENGTH AND OVERCOMING ADVERSITY. “I decided I didn’t want to be an administrator any longer,” he says. “I wanted to follow in the footsteps of my physician father and spend my time and energy helping people who are sick.”

As a general surgeon, Dr. Westervelt treats many different ailments including: cancers involving the breasts, intestinal tract, and skin; abdominal wall hernias; gallbladder disease; GERD; intestinal obstructions; hemorrhoids and perianal disease; and common skin/soft tissue lesions. He is an expert in minimally invasive/laparoscopic and robotic surgery.

“I am particularly interested in this type of surgery because it continues to expand and develop and provides improved outcomes and faster recoveries for patients while being less expensive than traditional surgery,” he says.

Dr. Westervelt believes it is important to treat patients with respect, honesty, and compassion.

“The ‘Golden Rule’ prevails,” he explained. “I enjoy being a good listener and educating patients about their condition.”

When he is not saving lives, Dr. Westervelt enjoys spending time with family and friends, cooking, watching college sports and movies, and participating in water sports including skiing, knee boarding, and kite boarding.

Certification & Education SUNY Health Science Center; Brookdale Hospital Medical Center, University of Louisville; Board Certified in General Surgery

During his surgical training, Dr. Williams found he enjoyed colon and rectal surgery and decided that he wanted to be the specialist to whom other physicians sent their patients.

Daily, he sees multiple patients with symptoms ranging from hemorrhoidal disease to pelvic pain, as well as others who have recently been diagnosed with colon, rectal or anal cancer. Some of these patients can be treated with medical therapy while others will require outpatient surgical procedures.

“When it comes to cancer, you can imagine it is a lot more involved,” he adds. “I work with other doctors to create care plans for patients to best treat their cancer. It is very rewarding to treat someone’s cancer successfully.”

Dr. Williams lives with his wife, Erin, and his three children, Mackenzie, James and Kate.

Certification & Education University of Louisville; University of South Florida; Board Certified in Colon and Rectal Surgery

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Dr. Bidani is passionate about eradicating the obesity epidemic. His practice is the only one in Tampa to offer ReShape, a relatively easy non-surgical 20-minute procedure that he believes is the best option for people who need to lose weight. “This short outpatient balloon placement procedure is a great alternative to surgery.

Patients do not have any scars and there are no permanent changes to the gastrointestinal tract.”

A routine eye exam can show so many things – some can be life saving. Dr. Powers was giving his mother a routine eye exam when he noticed something did not look right, “When I looked into her eyes, I saw some abnormalities,” he says. “Although my mother had no symptoms of diabetes, a thorough exam by an endocrinologist confirmed that she did. Because I was able to use modern technology coupled with preventative services, my mother is well today and is enjoying life.”

Dr. Bidani has had exceptional results with his patients who have had the ReShape procedure. In European studies patients lost 38 pounds.

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Since that discovery, Dr. Powers has dedicated his practice to the treatment of diabetic eye disease, macular degeneration, glaucoma, cataracts and dry eyes.

“The goal of the Healthy Vision Institute is to prevent vision loss due to diabetes, macular degeneration and other age related vision diseases,” he says.

“Thanks to our technology, knowledge and continuous training we are able to bring customized modern medicine to all our patients so they can enjoy ‘the gift of sight’ for as long as possible.”

Education University of Pittsburgh; University of New England College of Osteopathic Medicine; Albany Medical Center, Residency in Ophthalmology; University of South Florida Eye Institute, Fellowship in Vitreoretinal Surgery

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The program provides gifts to over 600 people and meals for 90 families every year.

A new section of the event, sponsored in part by USF’s Center for Autism and Related Disorders and Hillsborough County Fire Rescue, focused on child safety. Children received properly fitting bicycle helmets, and parents could make free Safety Net ID bracelets for kids with autism to wear as a finding tool in case they go missing.

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This is very comforting when you are in so much pain. I did not wait long to get an appointment. Once I had been seen, future appointments were made immediately so the problem could be dealt with quickly. I left their office after my second appointment with a new pep in my step. I had forgotten what it was like to not be in pain.

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LOCAL KNOWLEDGE From local folks Restaurants, Bars and Things to Do

Off the beaten path with Jessica Thompson (32) Occupational Therapist, Tampa Kids Program Manager, Monsour Executive Wellness Center at USF Health Tampa resident for 14 years

Favorite spot for a girls’ night out: The girls enjoy going to Fly Bar & Restaurant downtown for great food and drinks along with live music and a relaxing atmosphere on the rooftop deck.

Favorite local store: I’m a fan of Dark Cycle Clothing in Hyde Park Village. The company consists of a local husband and wife team that design, print and pack their own items including shirts, pillows, coffee mugs, hats and more. They are genuine and creative.

Favorite waterfront restaurant: Ricks on the River has live music, casual food and a great view of Tampa’s Hillsborough River.

Favorite place to sit with a cup of coffee and coffee drink of choice: Jet City Espresso is one of my favorite places to grab a specially made Café Borgia topped with orange zest. It’s an authentic coffee experience, and the owner Jessica is a pleasure to visit with.

Favorite thing to do on the water: I recommend stand-up paddleboarding [at Urban Kai] near the Tampa Convention Center. Bring friends and family!

Favorite park: I enjoy the Flatwoods Wilderness Park in New Tampa. It’s a great place to take your dog for a long walk or bike ride and is generally not too crowded.

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Favorite place for a power lunch: So Fresh is always my go-to for lunch. They offer a delicious and healthy solution for lunch on the run or visiting with friends and colleagues.

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Favorite date-night spot: Caffé Paradiso sitting at the bar with my girlfriend, Lauren. We don’t need a menu. For an appetizer, I get six to eight lightly breaded large Key West pink shrimp and cold calamari salad. We get two entrees – veal piccata with capers and baked sea bass accompanied by sautéed spinach. Chef/owner Paolo Tini sets the ideal ambiance.

Favorite local boutique: The Store located inside The Station on South Howard. It’s owned by Abby Griffith, who has fabulous style and keeps her hand on the pulse of unique fashion.

Favorite Mexican restaurant: Acapulco Mexican Grocery and Taqueria and Lolis Mexican Cravings are the only two authentic Mexican restaurants in Tampa. They are completely authentic tucked-away gems that prepare the freshest ingredients.

Favorite park: Curtis Hixon Waterfront Park, especially the second weekend in March for the annual Gasparilla Music Festival. There is nothing like the two-day experience of listening to live music with the amazing skyline above and picturesque backdrop of UT minarets.

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EVENTS

AROUND

TOWN

16 TOP EVENTS

IN TAMPA & B E Y O N D

CHECK OUT WHAT’S GOING ON AROUND TOWN THROUGHOUT DECEMBER AND JANUARY

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DEC 2-4

Tampa Bay International Auto Show

Car dealer? Buyer? Enthusiast? Or perhaps looking for your dream car? Come to this “to drive for” event, and enjoy cars that you grew up with, or admire the older renditions. Tickets are $5-$11.

See website for times. Tampa Convention Center, 333 S. Franklin Street, Tampa (813) 274-8511 // autoshowtampa.com

1 NOV 27-DEC 31

Christmas Town

This annual holiday extravaganza returns to Busch Gardens for select nights. Enjoy a stroll through Christmas Town filled with timeless holiday festivities, traditions, entertainment and a chance to see Santa!

Tickets are $30-$405, check website for times and locations. See website for ticket prices and times. Busch Gardens 10165 North McKinley Drive, Tampa (888) 800-5447 // seaworldparks.com

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DEC 2

Cirque Musica Holiday Spectacular

Join the talented cast of “Cirque Musica” as they perform magnificent stunts, tricks and routines accompanied by a live symphony performing favorite holiday classics. Tickets are $25-$85, 7:30 p.m Amalie Arena, 410 Channelside Drive, Tampa (813) 301-6500 // amaliearena.com 82 DEC JAN 2017

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SELECT WEEKENDS IN DECEMBER

Christmas in the Wild

Catch a glimpse of “Santa’s Merry Mammals” in this wild, whimsical wonderland! Savor comfort holiday foods, witness a spectacular light show and encounter your favorite animals.

See website for ticket prices and times. Lowry Park Zoo, 1101 West Sligh Avenue, Tampa (813) 935-8552 // lowryparkzoo.org

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DEC 9-11

Holiday Pops

Have a holly jolly time with family and friends watching the Florida Orchestra as they perform nostalgic seasonal favorites to put you in the holiday spirit.

Tickets are $15-$45. Check website for times and locations (727) 892-3337 // floridaorchestra.org

DEC 11

Hasan Minhaj The humorist and correspondent for “The Daily Show” embarks on his “Homecoming King” tour. Join him for a night full of laughter as he discusses his struggles between his Indian immigrant family and assimilating to American culture.

Tickets are $35, 7:30 p.m. Straz Center for the Performing Arts, 1010 N. W.C MacInnes Place, Tampa (813) 229-7827 // strazcenter.org

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DEC 17

BrainDeer 5K Tampa

Come out to support this great cause which shines a light on brain tumor awareness.

Dress in your best seasonal outfit, enjoy a cup of hot chocolate and invite your family and friends to take part in this 5K. Tickets are $30-$35. 8:00 a.m. Gasden Park, 6901 S. MacDill Ave., Tampa (813) 274-8615 // braintumoralliance.org

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DEC 17-18

The Nutcracker

This timeless performance from Next Generation Ballet welcomes the arrival of the holiday season. The ballet allows audiences to experience a “fantastical place where toy soldiers come to life, giant mice dance and holiday magic fills the theater.”

Check website for ticket prices and times.

Straz Center for the Performing Arts, 1010 N. W.C MacInnes Place, Tampa (813) 229-7827 // strazcenter.org

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DEC 20-25

An American In Paris

This new Tony Award-winning musical set in war-torn France after World War II is about an American soldier who is intrigued by a mysterious French girl. The two both yearn “for a new beginning in the aftermath of war.”

Check website for ticket prices and times.

Straz Center for the Performing Arts, 1010 N. W.C MacInnes Place, Tampa (813) 229-7827 // strazcenter.org

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DEC 31

Channelside NewYear’s Eve Fireworks

Celebrate the arrival of 2017, with Channelside’s annual fireworks display.

Enjoy fireworks illuminating the sky while you welcome 2017 with family, and friends! This event is free to the public.

Midnight. Channelside Bay Plaza, 615 Channelside Dr., Tampa

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JAN 2

WWE “Raw”

The first RAW of 2017 is coming to Amalie Arena. Witness the greatest superstars of sports entertainment, including WWE Universal Champion Kevin Owens, Roman Reigns, Seth Rollins and many of your favorites battle it out for the title. Tickets are $20-$115. 7:30 p.m. Amalie Arena, 410 Channelside Drive, Tampa (813) 301-6500 // amaliearena.com

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JAN 13-15

Bravo Broadway

Enjoy the greatest hits of Broadway’s biggest shows, including “Phantom of the Opera,” “West Side Story” and “My Fair Lady,” performed by none other than the Florida Orchestra.

Tickets are $15-$45. Check website for times and locations. (727) 892-3337 // floridaorchestra.org

JAN 15 DEC 17

Jingle Ball

93.3 FLZ, Tampa’s hit music station, presents Jingle Ball 2016! Enjoy this starstudded event filled with your favorite artists including Pitbull, The Chainsmokers, Fifth Harmony and many others. Tickets are $20-$150, 7:30 p.m Amalie Arena, 410 Channelside Drive, Tampa (813) 301-6500 // amaliearena.com

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DEC 18

Trans-Siberian Orchestra: The Ghosts of Christmas Eve

This critically acclaimed, multi-platinum musical powerhouse is rocking and rolling into town! Join TSO as they embark on their winter tour and “deck the halls” with a modern twist. Tickets are $32-$71.25.

Amalie Arena, 410 Channelside Drive, Tampa (813) 301-6500 // amaliearena.com

Florida Wedding Expo Looking for inspiration for your ideal wedding, or perhaps coming up with last minute preparations? Come out to this event and get insight from wedding planners, organizers and other professionals in the field. Tickets are $8. 1:00 p.m.

Tampa Convention Center, 333 Franklin Street, Tampa (813) 274-8511 // floridaweddingexpo.com

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JAN 28

Gasparilla Pirate Fest

This annual tradition commemorates the legendary Jose Gaspar, an infamous pirate who was known for operating along the shores of Southwest Florida. Enjoy this celebration in the heart of downtown with food, drinks, live entertainment and lots of beads! This event is free to the public. Invasion starts as 11:30 and parade begins at 2:00 // gasparillapiratefest.com/main-festival

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