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Vidhi Shah, MD, FAAD, is a board-certified dermatologist who has been practicing general dermatology with Lotus Dermatology since 2022. She has lived in the Tampa Bay area her entire life and enjoys the opportunity to give back to her community.

Dr. Shah graduated from the International Baccalaureate Program at Hillsborough High School in Tampa, Florida. She then received her undergraduate and medical degree in the accelerated 6 Year Combined B.A./M.D. Program at the University of Missouri-Kansas City in Kansas City, Missouri. She also completed a one-year clinical research fellowship in medical dermatology with the Dr. Phillip Frost Department of Dermatology and Cutaneous Surgery at the University of Miami in Miami, Florida. 

Dr. Shah completed her dermatology residency at the Department of Dermatology and Cutaneous Surgery at the University of South Florida in Tampa, Florida. She was elected Chief Resident during her final year and routinely managed complex medical dermatology patients at Tampa General Hospital, Moffitt Cancer Center, and the James A. Haley Veterans Hospital.  

Throughout her medical career, Dr. Shah has authored numerous publications, book chapters, and presentations. She has been awarded grants and scholarships from the Florida Society of Dermatological Surgeons, the North American Hair Society, the Women’s Dermatology Society, and the American Society of Dermatologic Surgery.  

Dr. Shah is an active member of the American Academy of Dermatology, Women’s Dermatologic Society, and a board member of the Florida Society of Dermatology and Dermatologic Surgery.

Dr. Utpal Patel, MD, PhD, is an American College of Mohs Surgery (ACMS) fellowship-trained skin cancer and reconstructive surgeon at Lotus Dermatology. He is double board-certified in dermatology and Mohs surgery. He sees adult and pediatric patients for medical, surgical, and cosmetic dermatology.

Dr. Utpal Patel has practiced in the Tampa Bay area since 2013 and earned his medical degree at Temple University in Philadelphia. He completed his internship at Abington Memorial Hospital in Abington, Pennsylvania, and his dermatology residency at New York University in New York — the latter of which was ranked the number one dermatology residency program in the country by U.S. News & World Report.

As a trained Mohs surgeon, Dr. Utpal Patel holds the distinguished honor of practicing the Mohs method, which is a specialized form of skin cancer removal that has the highest success rate of all current methods.

He is an active member of the American Academy of Dermatology and American Society for Dermatologic Surgery and has been an avid presenter and committee member on behalf of the American Society for Laser Medicine and Surgery.

Dr. Utpal Patel has published in leading peer-reviewed medical journals and presented at national meetings. He has also received grants, scholarships, and awards, including the Benjamin & Mary Siddons Measey Foundation M.D. Ph.D. Fellowship, Health Research Formula Grant Fellowship from the Pennsylvania Department of Health, and Freshman Chemistry Student of the Year.

J. Matthew Knight, MD, is a nationally recognized, board-certified Mohs surgeon and dermatologist who specializes in skin cancer, micrographic dermatologic surgery, laser surgery, and cosmetic dermatology. He is the founder of Knight Dermatology Institute, which has locations in Winter Park, Lake Mary, Melbourne, and Orlando, Florida.

Dr. Knight has built lasting relationships with his patients for more than 15 years, providing exceptional medical care and aesthetic services. His expertise has been featured in local and national news programs and magazines.

Dr. Knight serves as the Chief of Dermatology for Orlando Health and was the founder and first director of the Orlando Health UF Health Melanoma & Skin Cancer Center.

A sought-after author and public speaker, Dr. Knight has addressed many prestigious medical organizations, including the American Academy of Dermatology and the Vegas Cosmetic Surgery and Aesthetic Dermatology Conference.

A native of Orlando, Dr. Knight attended Lake Highland Preparatory School. He then studied medical sciences while pursuing his undergraduate degree in English literature at Indiana University in Bloomington, Indiana. He obtained his medical degree from the Indiana University School of Medicine in Indianapolis.

Dr. Knight completed his internship at the University of Hawaii, with concentrations in general, vascular, and plastic surgery. He completed his dermatology residency at the University of Kansas in Kansas City, Kansas, returning home to Orlando in 2004 to start his practice.

Dr. Knight is past-president of the Florida Academy of Dermatology (FAD/FSDDS) and the Central Florida Society of Dermatology (CFSD).  He is former chair of the Dermatology PAC of Florida.  He is a fellow of the American Academy of Dermatology (AAD), where he holds several leadership positions.  Dr. Knight is a diplomate of the American Board of Dermatology.  He holds professional affiliations with the Florida Society of Dermatologic Surgeons, the Florida Medical Association, and a variety of other medical service organizations.

Ashley Schulte, PA-C is a certified physician assistant specializing in dermatology at Knight Dermatology Institue serving the Orlando, Lake Mary, Melbourne, and Winter Park, Florida communities. She is currently seeing new patients at Knight Dermatology Institute in Orlando and Winter Park, Florida. 

A native of Orlando, Ashley graduated Cum Laude from the University of Florida in Gainesville, Florida with her Bachelor of Science in Health Education.

Ashley earned her Master of Science in Physician Assistant Studies at Florida State University College of Medicine in Tallahassee, Florida. She joined the team at Knight Dermatology Institute in February 2021 and completed an extensive, multi-year training with Dr. Knight.

Ashley is board-certified by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants and licensed by the State of Florida.

She is also a member of the Society of Dermatology Physician Assistants and the Florida Society of Dermatology Physician Assistants .

In her spare time, Ashley enjoys spending time with her family, friends, and dog. You can usually find her enjoying time outside boating, exercising, or reading a book on the beach (under an umbrella while wearing sunscreen!).

Arianna Salmon PA-C (formerly known as Arianna Piza Cueva, PA-C) is a certified Physician Assistant specializing in Dermatology at Knight Dermatology Institute. Arianna Salmon PA-C (formerly known as Arianna Piza Cueva PA-C) serves Knight Dermatology Institute patients in the Lake Mary and Orlando, Florida, communities. She is currently seeing new patients. 

Arianna Salmon PA-C (formerly known as Arianna Piza Cueva, PA-C) was born in Lima, Peru, and immigrated to the United States when she was six years old. She is fluent in both English and Spanish, which allows her to provide high-quality care to patients from diverse backgrounds. 

After earning her Bachelor's Degree in Psychology from Florida State University in Tallahassee, Arianna went on to complete her Master's of Medical Science in Physician Assistant Studies at Nova Southeastern University in Fort Myers. She takes a detail-oriented and patient-first approach to medicine to make sure that her patients get the care that they need. 

Arianna joined the Knight Dermatology Institute team in January 2021 and completed a year-long training with Dr. Knight. She is board-certified by the National Commission for Certification of Physician Assistants and licensed by the State of Florida Board of Medicine.

Johanna Espenschied, PA-C, is a certified physician assistant specializing in dermatology at Knight Dermatology Institute. She will be seeing Knight Dermatology Institute patients in Orlando, Lake Mary, and Melbourne, Florida offices. She is currently welcoming new patients.

Johanna has over 7 years of experience providing dermatologic care, specializing in both general and cosmetic dermatology. Johanna is a Florida native and grew up in Brevard County where she continues to care for the residents of Central Florida.

Johanna practices medicine with empathy and compassion. She enjoys getting to know her patients and creating a trusting relationship between patient and provider. Johanna strives to educate her patients so that they have the knowledge to be their own health advocate.

Johanna attended the University of Central Florida where she earned her Bachelor’s of Science in Biology, with a minor in environmental studies. She attended the University of South Alabama, in Mobile, Alabama for her Master’s degree of Health Sciences. Johanna is board-certified by the National Commission for Certification of Physician Assistants and licensed by the State of Florida Board of Medicine.

Caridad Lopez, PA-C, is a certified physician assistant specializing in general dermatology and laser treatment at Knight Dermatology Institute, serving the communities of Lake Mary, Melbourne, Winter Park, and Orlando, Florida. Cari sees patients at Knight Dermatology Institute in Winter Park, Florida.

Cari is an established and highly skilled physician assistant with over 10 years of experience in allergy and dermatology. She is well regarded in the Orlando community for providing quality, patient-centered, and compassionate care. She is noted for her sensitivity, rapport, and professionalism in relating to patients and their families. Cari is also fluent in both English and Spanish, allowing her to serve a broader patient base.

After graduating from the University of Florida with a dual Bachelor of Science degree in Entomology/Nematology and Microbiology, Cari earned her Master of Clinical Medical Science degree and Physician Assistant Diploma from Barry University, graduating with honors and as Salutatorian. She also received the President’s Award by the Barry University PA program in recognition of outstanding community service, academic, and clinical achievement.

Born in Havana, Cuba, Cari came to the US when she was eleven years old and grew up in South Florida. She is married and has two dogs named Daisy and Tyson. She loves to spend time with her family and enjoys traveling and gardening. She is a cancer survivor, which led to her decision to become a Physician Assistant. She loves educating her patients and enjoys establishing long-standing clinician/patient relationships with them.

Cari is board-certified by the National Commission for Certification of Physician Assistants. She is a member of the American Academy of Physician Assistants, Society of Dermatology Physician Assistants, and the Florida Society of Dermatology Physician Assistants.

Board-certified dermatologist Francis Iacobellis, MD, brings a wealth of experience to the team at Knight Dermatology Institute. He sees patients from the practice's offices in Orlando, Lake Mary, and Melbourne, Florida.

Dr. Iacobellis, intimately referred to as “Dr. I” by his patients, is an Ivy League-trained dermatologist who — for almost 40 years — ran a successful private practice in the Upper East Side of Manhattan. He treated patients from all walks of life and from many different countries, often with a wide variety of esoteric diseases. 

While running his private practice, Dr. Iacobellis held the position of Assistant Clinical Professor of Dermatology at Cornell University Medical Center, where he helped train elite residents. His teaching career was recognized by a Presidential Citation from the American Academy of Dermatology for excellence in resident education earlier this year. 

Dr. Iacobellis has given over 500 academic lectures locally, nationally, and internationally at numerous medical meetings, hospitals, office presentations, and local dinner meetings on medications for psoriasis, atopic dermatitis, skin cancer, and aging. He has also played a role in AAD Advocacy by holding posts as president of a number of prestigious medical and political societies, most recently as a committee member in the AAD Committee of Professionalism and Ethics.

 Having been born in Harlem, New York City, Dr. Iacobellis has treated patients with every possible ethnic background. He still enjoys the diversity that sparks the practice of dermatology.

Dr. Iacobellis is accepting new patients at Knight Dermatology Institute in Orlando, Lake Mary, and Melbourne, Florida.

James Mauch, MD, PhD, FAAD, is a board certified dermatologist at Lotus Dermatology who practices general dermatology. Dr. Mauch has been in private practice in Florida for nearly 25 years after finishing his training in dermatology.

Dr. Mauch grew up in Cincinnati, Ohio and went to Southern Adventist University in Collegedale, Tennessee.  He completed his MD and his PhD in Biochemistry at Loma Linda University in California, followed by a medical internship also at Loma Linda University.  Dr. Mauch completed his dermatology residency and fellowship training in dermatopathology at Mount Sinai Medical Center in New York City.  Dr. Mauch was a chief resident during his last year of residency. 

In addition to patient care, Dr. Mauch’s passion resides in the education of medical concepts with the use of visual imagery. Dr. Mauch believes that when patients, and even medical support staff, have a basic understanding of medical principles, they are more engaged in their healthcare, leading to better outcomes.

Dr. Utpal Patel, MD, PhD, is an American College of Mohs Surgery (ACMS) fellowship-trained skin cancer and reconstructive surgeon at Lotus Dermatology. He is double board-certified in dermatology and Mohs surgery. He sees adult and pediatric patients for medical, surgical, and cosmetic dermatology.

Dr. Utpal Patel has practiced in the Tampa Bay area since 2013 and earned his medical degree at Temple University in Philadelphia. He completed his internship at Abington Memorial Hospital in Abington, Pennsylvania, and his dermatology residency at New York University in New York — the latter of which was ranked the number one dermatology residency program in the country by U.S. News & World Report.

As a trained Mohs surgeon, Dr. Utpal Patel holds the distinguished honor of practicing the Mohs method, which is a specialized form of skin cancer removal that has the highest success rate of all current methods.

He is an active member of the American Academy of Dermatology and American Society for Dermatologic Surgery and has been an avid presenter and committee member on behalf of the American Society for Laser Medicine and Surgery.

Dr. Utpal Patel has published in leading peer-reviewed medical journals and presented at national meetings. He has also received grants, scholarships, and awards, including the Benjamin & Mary Siddons Measey Foundation M.D. Ph.D. Fellowship, Health Research Formula Grant Fellowship from the Pennsylvania Department of Health, and Freshman Chemistry Student of the Year.

Eric graduated from Weber State University with a double major Bachelor’s degree in Zoology and Spanish. He graduated from Chatham University in 2012 with a Master’s degree in Physician Assistant Studies. Between earning those two degrees, Eric attended the University of Utah as a Biology Ph.D. candidate and among other courses, did student teaching in comparative vertebrate morphology and comparative physiology. He simultaneously taught undergraduate anatomy and biology courses at Weber State as adjunct faculty. He loves anything to do with vertebrate anatomy.

Prior to coming to NCDC, Eric worked as a surgical assistant for four years, and as a clinical PA for nearly 8 years in general neurology, particularly loving headache diagnosis and management, including using BOTOX for migraine, and pain management. His hobbies include skiing– water and snow; snowboarding, boating, camping, hiking, riding 4-wheelers, traveling, and Disney-ing. More than anything, he loves spending time with his wife Sheryl, and with their children and grandchildren.

Eric loves working in the field of dermatology, which he considers a dream-come-true position. He loves caring for patients and strives to make them feel welcome and comfortable and enjoys doing all dermatologic procedures.

Timothy E. Knight, MD is a dermatologist at North County Dermatology Clinic. Serving patients in Lakeland, Florida, he enjoys the problem-solution process in dermatology. When it comes to his patients, he views each person as an individual, fascinating mystery just waiting to be solved.

Dr. Knight has practiced dermatology for more than 30 years and is board certified by the American Board of Dermatology. He earned his medical degree from the University of Missouri-Columbia and completed his internship in internal medicine at the Tripler Army Medical Center in Honolulu. He also completed his dermatology residency at the University of Maryland Medical System in Baltimore.

As a lifelong learner, Dr. Knight has published numerous research studies in peer-reviewed journals, and he has presented nationally. He previously served as an assistant professor at several medical schools, and he is currently an adjunct professor at Nova Southeastern University.

In addition to a medical degree, Dr. Knight earned a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine from Tufts University School of Veterinary Medicine in 1999. He has received many academic honors in the veterinary field, including the Clinic Volunteer of the Year Award from the Society for the Prevention of Cruelty of Animals in 2003 and 2007. Dr. Knight is also a veteran of the United States Army, where he was a captain of the Medical Corps. Prior to the Army, Dr. Knight was an Airman First Class of the Missouri National Guard.

Dr. Knight generously participates in community service and has volunteered as a dermatologist with Talofa Medical Mission, where he provided charity medical services for two weeks yearly in Polynesia over a 10-year period. He has also been a weekly volunteer veterinarian for the Society for Prevention of Cruelty to Animals in Lakeland.

He is pleased to offer services that keep pace with modern technology and medical breakthroughs, and he enjoys nothing more than bringing gratitude and joy to his patients.

Dyan Harvey, DO, is a board-certified physician specializing in cosmetic, medical, and surgical dermatology. She founded Unique Dermatology & Wellness Center, which serves patients in Valrico, Florida, as well as the surrounding areas.

Dr. Harvey is extensively trained in all areas of dermatology and has a particular interest in skin cancer detection and treatment, skin care, acne, and aesthetics. She performs all cosmetic injectable procedures personally.

With experience and training in all skin types, Dr. Harvey remains one of the leading authorities in the treatment of ethnic skin concerns. She is an expert in providing cosmetic and skin care services to people of Asian, Indian, and Latin heritage.

A native of Florida, Dr. Harvey earned her bachelor’s degree from the University of Central Florida and then went on to attend medical school at Nova Southeastern College in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. She finished her internship and residency at Wellington Regional Medical Center in South Florida, where she was involved in instructing and training medical students as she worked alongside reputed professionals in the dermatology program. Following her residency, Dr. Harvey pursued additional dermatology training.

Dr. Harvey is currently on the medical staff of South Florida Baptist Hospital and is an active member of the American Osteopathic Association, the American Academy of Family Physicians, and the American Medical Association.

When not working with her patients, Dr. Harvey enjoys spending time with her family, traveling, reading, and being outdoors in nature.

Dr. Robert A. Norman is a leading world authority in Geriatric Dermatology. He is a board-certified dermatologist and family practitioner who has been in practice for over 35 years and holds master’s degrees in both Public Health and Business Administration. He is a faculty member (Clinical Professor) at two medical schools and many PA and ARNP schools and has been honored with numerous service and teaching awards, including Physician of the Year (2005) and Distinguished Service Award (2007) in Tampa, Florida; Tampa Bay Medical Hero Award (2008), and the Hadassah Humanitarian Award (2012). 

Dr. Norman has a private practice and is the chief physician and owner of Dermatology Healthcare, which has delivered essential skin care services for nursing home patients since 1994. He is also the founder of the Norman Center for Neurodermatology, which investigates the interactions between the brain and the skin in relation to disorders such as Alzheimer’s disease, Neurodermatitis, and others.

Dr. Norman has written and edited 68 books, including THE BLUE MAN AND OTHER STORIES OF THE SKIN (University of California Press, 2014), and DISCOVER MAGAZINE'S VITAL SIGNS: True Tales of Medical Mysteries, Obscure Diseases, and Life-Saving Diagnoses (Skyhorse, 2013). He also the author of 100 QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS ON CHRONIC ILLNESS (Jones and Bartlett, 2011), 100 QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS ON AGING SKIN (Jones and Bartlett, 2010), and THE WOMAN WHO LOST HER SKIN AND OTHER DERMATOLOGICAL TALES (Routledge, 2004). He is the founding and current editor of the professional series, CLINICAL CASES IN DERMATOLOGY (Springer). He has also been the editor and contributing writer of fifteen textbooks on Geriatrics and Geriatric Dermatology and published over 300 articles in various major media publications.  Dr. Norman has had over 600,000 of his books and chapters downloaded.

Dr. Norman is a frequent medical volunteer.  He has participated in many medical mission trips to Jamaica, Haiti, Cuba, and Guatemala. 

For more information about Dr. Norman and his medical practice, visit www.DrRobertNorman.com.

Dr. Robert A. Norman is a leading world authority in Geriatric Dermatology. He is a board-certified dermatologist and family practitioner who has been in practice for over 35 years and holds master’s degrees in both Public Health and Business Administration. He is a faculty member (Clinical Professor) at two medical schools and many PA and ARNP schools and has been honored with numerous service and teaching awards, including Physician of the Year (2005) and Distinguished Service Award (2007) in Tampa, Florida; Tampa Bay Medical Hero Award (2008), and the Hadassah Humanitarian Award (2012). 

Dr. Norman has a private practice and is the chief physician and owner of Dermatology Healthcare, which has delivered essential skin care services for nursing home patients since 1994. He is also the founder of the Norman Center for Neurodermatology, which investigates the interactions between the brain and the skin in relation to disorders such as Alzheimer’s disease, Neurodermatitis, and others.

Dr. Norman has written and edited 68 books, including THE BLUE MAN AND OTHER STORIES OF THE SKIN (University of California Press, 2014), and DISCOVER MAGAZINE'S VITAL SIGNS: True Tales of Medical Mysteries, Obscure Diseases, and Life-Saving Diagnoses (Skyhorse, 2013). He also the author of 100 QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS ON CHRONIC ILLNESS (Jones and Bartlett, 2011), 100 QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS ON AGING SKIN (Jones and Bartlett, 2010), and THE WOMAN WHO LOST HER SKIN AND OTHER DERMATOLOGICAL TALES (Routledge, 2004). He is the founding and current editor of the professional series, CLINICAL CASES IN DERMATOLOGY (Springer). He has also been the editor and contributing writer of fifteen textbooks on Geriatrics and Geriatric Dermatology and published over 300 articles in various major media publications.  Dr. Norman has had over 600,000 of his books and chapters downloaded.

Dr. Norman is a frequent medical volunteer.  He has participated in many medical mission trips to Jamaica, Haiti, Cuba, and Guatemala. 

For more information about Dr. Norman and his medical practice, visit www.DrRobertNorman.com.

Mark Fogg is a Dermatology Provider with double national board certification in Dermatology and Family Primary Care. He received his Associate of Science degree from Saint Petersburg College and his Bachelor of Science degree in Biology from Brockport State University in New York; both with honors. Mark completed the Family Nurse Practitioner program at the University of South Florida where he was inducted into the Sigma Theta Tau International Honor Society and earned his Master of Science degree with a perfect 4.0 grade point average. 

Post graduation, Mark practiced Aesthetic Medicine as the lead clinician (Pinellas County Office) for one of Florida's largest Medical Spa groups. Mark left his Aesthetic Medicine position to seek additional training in Medical and Surgical Dermatology. He then accepted a clinical role in private practice where he also served as a clinical instructor to students enrolled in his employers Dermatology Fellowship Program. Following this Mark joined one of the largest Dermatology groups in the United States where he specialized in Medical and Surgical Dermatology with a special focus on skin cancer. Now practicing in Tampa with Norman Dermatology; Mark continues to treat all Medical and Surgical Dermatology patients with an ongoing emphasis on the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of skin cancers. 

Mark is a member in good standing of the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners, the Society of Dermatology Nurse Practitioners and the Sigma Theta Tau International Honor Society. He is a vigorous Advocate for physical fitness and nutrition and is a regular at the local gym where he trains 5-6 days per week. Mark is a long time resident of the Tampa Bay area where he lives with his wife and their furry four-legged kids.