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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.

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.

       

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.

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.

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.

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. Margaret A. Kelleher is a graduate of Florida State University in Tallahassee and Hahnemann University School of Medicine in Philadelphia. Dr. Kelleher is board certified in both Internal Medicine and Dermatology and is a Fellow of the American Academy of Dermatology. Upon completion of an Internal Medicine residency at the University of Miami/Jackson Memorial Hospital, she served as a clinical instructor of medicine at the same institution and at the associated Veteran's Administration Hospital. She furthered her training at All Children's Hospital in St. Petersburg where she completed a fellowship year in Allergy and Clinical Immunology. In this position she was responsible for the daily management of allergic, immune suppressed, and bone-marrow transplant patients, both children and adult. Dr. Kelleher returned to Hahnemann University to serve her Dermatology residency where she was chosen as Chief Resident for her final year. During her residency, Dr. Kelleher received traini

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.

Mr. Eric Bussear is a certified Physician Assistant working with Luminary Dermatology. He provides medical, surgical, and cosmetic dermatology care in the Aventura, Kendall, and Homestead locations. He is a Clinical Professor and Preceptor in the Physician Assistant Programs at Nova Southeastern University in Fort Lauderdale, and Miami Dade College in Miami.

Mr. Bussear began his medical career as a Hospital Corpsman in the United States Navy serving 6 years of active duty, he continued his studies earning both his Bachelor of Science as a Physician Assistant and his Master of Public Health degrees at Nova Southeastern University. He has been in practice for 28 years and has performed many surgical and cosmetic procedures. Well versed in the diagnosis and management of multiple medical skin disorders including Psoriasis, Acne, Rosacea, Melasma, Skin Cancer(s) and Mole Checks/Skin Exams using the latest treatment options, including biologics. He also provides cosmetic consultations, Dermal Fillers, Botox, and Laser Treatment.

Mr. Bussear has participated as a sub-investigator in many clinical studies of mild to moderate acne, inflammatory rosacea, acne vulgaris, diabetic neuropathic foot ulcers, actinic keratosis, concomitant onychomycosis, and many more. He has served on the editorial boards of several journals and as a reviewer for others while publishing his own works. He has also presented several scientific posters and given many lecture. He is a very compassionate provider and wants all his patients to receive the best of care always.

Ashley Llera is a board-certified Physician assistant who brings not only extensive dermatology experience but also a deep understanding of her native South Florida community. Bilingual in English and Spanish, she is committed to providing exceptional care to patients from diverse backgrounds.

Ashley is a graduate of the University of Miami, where she earned her degree in 2012 and was an active member of the TriBeta Biological Honor Society. She went on to complete her Physician Assistant education at Florida International University, graduating in 2017 as part of the inaugural class. Ashley’s accomplishments during her time at FIU include Capstone Research Gold Level Excellence, Second Overall Clinical Year Performance, and the Peer Award of Excellence.

With over 7 years of experience in dermatology, Ashley has worked alongside Dr. Joseph Seber in Medical, Surgical, and Cosmetic Dermatology. Her clinical expertise and compassionate approach to patient care have earned her the trust of many.

Ashley is also a Diplomate Fellow with the Society of Dermatology Physician Assistants (SDPA) and serves as a preceptor for Physician Assistant students from Barry University, helping to shape the future of dermatology practice.

Dr. Brazen is a native Floridian from Clearwater, FL. He obtained his undergraduate degree in Biological Sciences from Florida State University before moving back home to complete his Master's degree in Medical Sciences at the University of South Florida. Dr. Brazen went on to complete medical school at Nova Southeastern University, and subsequently stayed in Southeast Florida to complete his three-year Dermatology Residency at Broward Health Medical Center.

There he received extensive training in general and complex medical dermatology, surgical dermatology, Mohs micrographic surgery, facial reconstructive surgery, medical hair restoration, laser surgery, injectable fillers, and Botox. During his residency, Dr. Brazen was elected to serve as a chief resident, an honor awarded to the top residents in their class. During his residency, Dr. Brazen published papers in many academic journals and served as Chair of the Resident Committee for the Florida Academy of Dermatology. Outside of the office, Dr. Brazen is an avid golfer, scuba diver, and fisherman. He loves to spend time with his family and their pet Sheepadoodle, Goose.

Joseph F Seber, MD is a Board-Certified Dermatologist at Luminary Dermatology.  Dr Seber sees patients at the North Miami Beach, Florida location.

After earning his undergraduate degree from Rutgers and his medical degree from Boston University of Medicine, Dr Seber completed his Internship in Internal Medicine at U.S Public Heath Servies Hospital University of Maryland Medical Center.  He completed his Residency at University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics.

He will continue seeing patients in the same location in North Miami Beach where he has practiced since 1985.

Dr Seber is a member of several medical associations including the American Medical Association, The American Academy of Dermatology and the Dade County Medical Association.

Dr. Sailesh Konda, MD is an American College of Mohs Surgery (ACMS) fellowship-trained skin cancer and reconstructive surgeon at Lotus Dermatology. He is board-certified in dermatology and Mohs surgery. He is also an Associate Clinical Professor of Dermatology at the University of Florida Health System where he serves as Director of Mohs Surgery and Surgical Dermatology and Micrographic Surgery and Dermatologic Oncology (MSDO) Fellowship Program Director.

He grew up in West Palm Beach, Florida and left the sunshine state to complete his undergraduate and medical education at the George Washington University as part of a competitive seven-year BS/MD program. He went on to complete an internship in internal medicine at Boston University/Boston Medical Center and worked as a research associate at the University of California, San Francisco. After completing his dermatology residency at Howard University Hospital and serving as chief resident during his final year, he received additional fellowship training in Mohs surgery/procedural dermatology in southern California at Loma Linda University Medical Center. During his fellowship, he also worked at Riverside County Regional Medical Center and served as a volunteer assistant clinical professor at the University of California, Riverside. He has collaborated and co-authored over 80 research publications and book chapters with colleagues from around the country. He has given over 130 invited presentations and lectures in dermatology at local, regional, and national meetings. He is a recipient of numerous scholarships and awards including the University of Florida Health Physicians Excellence in Patient Satisfaction, University of Florida College of Medicine Exemplary Teacher Award, and University of Florida College of Medicine Departmental Clinical Excellence Award.

Dr. Konda returned to Florida in 2015 and is excited to be back and take care of his fellow Floridians. He is a fellow of the American Academy of Dermatology and the American College of Mohs Surgery.