William L. Cody, MD • B. Veeren Chithriki, MD

William L. Cody, MD Board Certified–American Board of Obstetrics & Gynecology. Dr. Cody’s personal philosophy is to “embrace a commitment of service to others,” something he continues to do as a teacher and mentor of physicians through the Family Practice Residency Program at St. Vincent’s Medical Center, in his private practice and in the Jacksonville community.

B. Veeren Chithriki, MD Board Certified–American Board of Obstetrics & Gynecology. Dr. Chithriki’s personal philosophy is “First do no harm; then enhance the quality of the life of your patient.” His approach is “Let patients tell you what is going on, then start asking questions.“ He is particularly inspired by the fertility aspect of medicine.

Both physicians are dedicated to creating a warm, personal relationship with each patient, and learning their individual needs. The office location at St. Vincent’s Medical Center allows the convenience and flexibility of having all of the medical care patients require from us in one place. Both doctors are certified in Robotic Surgery.

Location: St. Vincent’s Medical Center-Riverside • Dillon Building,3 Shircliff Way, Suite 521, Jacksonville, FL 32204, 904.387.9577

Park Avenue Dental

Dr. Michael Sherman and his team at Park Avenue Dental are dedicated to the newest advancements in dentistry while providing a comfortable and caring environment.

After graduating from the University of Detroit, Dr. Sherman served as Lieutenant Commander and Dental Officer in the U.S. Navy where he received hundreds of hours of advanced training. He is also certified for Cerec® CAD/CAM technology and Invisalign® orthodontics.

Dr. Sherman has over 20 years experience and is a standing member of the American Dental Association, the Florida Dental Association, Clay County Dental Association, The Academy of General Dentistry and the Clay County Chamber of Commerce.

Areas of Expertise: Cosmetic Dentistry, Family Dentistry

Location: 2233 Park Ave., Suite 401, Orange Park, FL 32073 • 904.269.5520, ParkAvenueDentalFL.com

Jason D. Meier, MD

Meier Plastic Surgery is built on our commitment to excellence and the personal care we warmly extend to each and every patient. We specialize in cosmetic and reconstructive surgery of the face, neck and body. This includes procedures such as rhinoplasty, face and neck lift, Mohs skin cancer reconstruction, breast augmentation, liposuction, abdominoplasty as well as facial fat transfer techniques. Dr. Meier works in coordination with multiple local Mohs dermatologic surgeons to give you the best cosmetic outcome after skin cancer. We also perform a wide variety of nonsurgical procedures including Botox, Radiesse, Artefill, Dysport, Restylane and Juvederm. Our practice is unique in that Dr. Meier performs all facial injectable treatments.
Dr. Meier is a double board-certified facial plastic and reconstructive surgeon. He has dedicated his life to mastering this profession. He graduated in the top of his class in medical school. After which, he excelled with training in Head and Neck Surgery at the prestigious Northwestern University in Chicago. He then received fellowship training specializing in Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery at UMDNJ. Dr. Meier has authored numerous articles and textbooks on facial rejuvenation including fat transfer and injectable fillers. He is an expert injector and an official trainer for the companies that manufacture Botox and Restylane, teaching other practices on proper techniques.
We recognize the individuality of each patient and will give you a variety of options that will be tailored to your aesthetic desires, budget and time constraints for recovery. We will educate you about specific procedures and treatments so that you can make a more informed decision about your care. Our mission is to always exceed your expectations in enhancing your natural beauty. Most important, we will provide you with the exceptional care you deserve and the beautiful result that you will love. Our entire focus is on you.

Board Certification: American Board of Facial Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery; American Board of Otolaryngology–Head & Neck Surgery

Areas of Expertise: Facelift, Rhinoplasty, Skin Cancer Reconstruction, Botox, Cosmetic Skin Care & Injectable Fillers

Associations: American Academy Facial Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery; Duval County Medical Society Board Member; Florida Medical Association

11701 San Jose Blvd., Suite 211, Jacksonville, FL 32223 • 904.880.0911 • MeierPlasticSurgery.com

Apoorva Vashi, MD, FACS • Lee B. Epstein, MD

Dr. Vashi is the managing partner of McIver Clinic, one of the Southeast’s premier urology practices since 1921. The clinic’s 12 physicians have special expertise within various urologic disciplines and can provide optimal patient treatment. Dr. Vashi specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of prostate cancer, and has published work on PSA testing, prostate biopsy techniques and radiation therapy for prostate cancer. His main interest, however, lies in minimally-invasive prostate surgery, or robotic prostatectomy. In 2005, he was instrumental in bringing the robot to Jacksonville and, along with his colleagues, performed the first robotic surgery in town. He has trained numerous physicians in robotic prostate surgery through his work with Intuitive Surgical (makers of the surgical robot).

Dr. Epstein has joined the McIver Clinic in order to open the McIver Women’s Center for Urogynecology and Pelvic Floor Health, which addresses the specific needs of women with pelvic floor disorders and allows them access to advanced testing and conservative treatment options in the same location.
As a fellowship-trained specialist in female pelvic medicine and reconstructive surgery (also known as Urogynecology), Dr. Lee B. Epstein focuses solely on pelvic floor issues. He is committed to addressing issues such as urinary incontinence, pelvic organ prolapse, recurrent urinary tract infections, and pelvic floor muscle spasms.

Dr. Epstein completed his residency in Obstetrics and Gynecology at Northwestern University in Chicago and is board certified. He went on to complete a three-year fellowship in Female Pelvic Medicine and Reconstructive Surgery. Dr. Epstein has additional training in minimally-invasive approaches to pelvic floor reconstruction and is well versed in non-surgical approaches to pelvic floor disorders.

Areas of Expertise: Urology & Urogynecology

Locations: 904.355.6583 • McIverClinic.com
Riverside: 710 Lomax St. Jacksonville, FL 32204
San Marco: 836 Prudential Dr., Suite 1502, Jacksonville, FL 32207
Mandarin: 14540 St. Augustine Rd., Suite 2401, Jacksonville, FL 32258
University: 3599 University Blvd. S., Suite 905, Jacksonville, FL 32216

Linda A. Quinn, M.D.

L.A. Quinn M.D. is a nationally recognized consultative practice that combines Eastern philosophy with Western technology.
Dr. Quinn’s passion for anti-aging is evident the moment you meet her. She treats the whole body from the inside out using “Functional & Regenerative Medicine,“ which is a unique blend of medical disciplines that draws from conventional, nutritional, biochemical and aesthetic treatments. Dr. Quinn looks at the different processes that age the brain, body and skin, such as hormone imbalance, and corrects them. From there, inflammation can be reduced, and that is the key to reversing the aging process and illness. She believes once the body is corrected from the inside, then the proper aesthetic treatments will be long-lasting and successful. Dr. Quinn and her medical staff will create for you a personalized experience including nutritional supplements, telomere genetic testing, holistic counseling, and the most advanced cosmetic anti-aging services available.

Areas of Expertise: Stem Cell, Laser Body Sculpting, Wellness & Prevention

Board Certification:  Diplomate American Board of Anti-Aging & Regenerative Medicine; School of Biomedical Sciences College of Medicine, University of South Florida School of Medicine; Masters Metabolic & Nutritional Medicine OB/GYN

Fellowship: American Academy of Anti-Aging Medicine; American Academy of Cosmetic Surgeons

484 Jacksonville Dr., Jacksonville Beach, FL 32250 • 904.595.5980 • laquinnmd.com

Marla Trapp, MD • John McCaulie, MD

At Life Care Centers of Jacksonville and Wells Crossing, we are excited to have on-site physicians available to provide exceptional medical care the moment a patient arrives.

Why an on-site physician?

In addition to the guidance of a primary care provider, patients can find comfort in the hands of qualified and compassionate medical professionals on staff at our facilities. Benefits include:

• Expert consultation with patients and their families regarding
care decisions
• Improved patient outcomes
• Reduced hospital readmissions
• Timely intervention

Why choose us?

Life Care Center has the only two skilled nursing facilities in the Greater Jacksonville area with on-site physician services. John McCaulie, M.D., and Marla Trapp, M.D. have joined our family and mission to ensure that each patient makes a smooth transition in the care they receive.
Locations: Life Care Center of Jacksonville: 4813 Lenoir Ave., Jacksonville, FL 32216 • 904.332.4546 • LCCA.com/jacksonville, Life Care Center at Wells Crossing: 355 Crossing Blvd., Orange Park, FL 32073 • 904.264-1950 • LCCA.com/wells

John Lazzara, DDS, MS

Dr. John Lazzara has built a practice focused on the individual needs of every person who walks through his doors, and he takes pride in the exceptional service that is the hallmark of his practice philosophy. Whether you are an adult, an adolescent, a younger child, or the parent of a patient, Dr. Lazzara and his carefully selected staff are 100 percent committed to helping you achieve a beautiful, healthy smile.

While Dr. Lazzara cares for many children and teens, he has also built a sizable adult practice at Lazzara Orthodontics. He is skilled at treating adult patients, and offers his patients a unique combination of experience and esthetic appliance options. Dr. Lazzara is an Invisalign Premier provider, and he has been Jacksonville’s top Invisalign doctor for the last four years. He also offers Incognito totally hidden braces, and the revolutionary Acceledent system, which can reduce treatment times by as much as 50%. Dr. Lazzara is an orthodontic specialist, meaning he has completed a post-graduate
residency program focused exclusively on orthodontics and facial esthetics. He attends extensive continuing education courses each year, and is committed to constantly improving his practice and clinical skills to offer an unparalleled orthodontic experience for you and your family. This commitment is illustrated throughout his practice, with little touches like the coffee and iPad bars, and cutting-edge technology like the iTero scanner, which replaces traditional orthodontic impressions or ‘molds.’

Dr. Lazzara has recently moved into a beautiful new office in Jacksonville Beach, conveniently located near the intersection of 3rd Street and J. Turner Butler Boulevard. You can learn more about Dr. Lazzara and Lazzara Orthodontics at www.beachesbraces.com. In addition, be sure to check out his stellar Google reviews- where his patients speak for themselves.
Areas of Expertise: Orthodontics
Location: 436 Jacksonville Dr., Jacksonville Beach, FL 32250 • 904.270.8750, BeachesBraces.com

Orthopaedic Associates of St. Augustine

Sina Kasraeian, MD, an alumnus of The Bolles School and the University of Florida, completed his medical training at the University of Southern California (USC), where he was President of Alpha Omega Alpha, a national honor society recognizing top medical students.

During his Orthopaedic Surgery Residency at USC, he served at USC/Los Angeles County Medical Center–one of the top trauma centers in the country–where he gained extensive experience in fracture management and developed a special interest in upper extremity reconstruction. During his Sport Medicine and Arthroscopy Fellowship at the prestigious Southern California Orthopedic Institute, he trained among pioneers of shoulder, hip, knee and foot & ankle arthroscopy. He is one of the few specialists in the area who performs foot & ankle arthroscopy.

Among other associations, he is a member of the Arthroscopy Association of North America (AANA), American Orthopaedic Society for Sports Medicine and American Orthopaedic Foot & Ankle Society. He volunteers several times a year to teach shoulder, knee and foot & ankle arthroscopy to other orthopaedic surgeons at the AANA Learning Center in Chicago. His research has been presented and recognized at multiple national and international meetings, including the Western Orthopaedic Association’s Vernon Thompson Award for outstanding research.

Among other affiliations, he is one of the team physicians for the United States Ski and Snowboard Association and the United States Beach Volleyball/Association of Volleyball Professionals.

Dr. Kasraeian and his partners at Orthopaedic Associates of St. Augustine have offices adjacent Flagler Hospital and Baptist South Medical Center. To learn more about Dr. Sina Kasraeian, please visit his website www.JaxOrtho.com.

Locations: Orthopaedic Associates of St. Augustine, St. Augustine: 1 Orthopaedic Pl., St. Augustine, FL 32086; St. Johns: 3055 CR-210 West, Suite 110, St. Johns, FL 32259, 904.825.0540 • OrthopedicJacksonville.com

As a patient confronting the possibility of surgery, you want to make sure that you are in the hands of a doctor whom you can trust and who can offer the crucial combination of experience, compassion and advanced technology. Patients receive that level of care at Kasraeian Urology, a practice comprised of a father-and-son team that treats patients like family. Dr. Ali Kasraeian, recently named among “America’s Top Surgeons” by the Consumers’ Research Council of America, completed his fellowship in advanced laparoscopic, robotic and minimally invasive urologic surgery at the world renowned Montsouris Institute in Paris, France. Together with his father, Dr. Ahmad Kasraeian, named among America’s top 7 percent of physicians, and recently honored as one of US News & World Report’s “Best Doctors,” they provide comprehensive urologic care specializing in minimally invasive surgery.
Dr. Ali Kasraeian is one of a few surgeons in the region able to perform open, laparoscopic and robotic prostate, bladder, kidney, and reconstructive surgery. In addition, he is trained as a HIFU (High Intensity Focused Ultrasound) surgeon, another minimally invasive therapy for localized prostate cancer. Dr. Ali Kasraeian also hosts “The Conversation: A Radio Show” on WOKV every Saturday from 5 to 6 pm discussing the latest health and wellness trends, up to date advances in medicine and breaking news in the politics of healthcare. Combined with Dr. Ahmad Kasraeian’s more than 30 years of experience internationally, including 27 years serving the Jacksonville community, this father and son work together to make sure that their patients are treated as they would want someone in their own family treated—with care, dignity, attention and respect.
When dealing with difficult urologic issues (such as prostate and bladder cancer or kidney tumors) as well as other serious issues, such as incontinence or infertility, it is important to find physicians who put their patient first, understand the importance of every case and know how to communicate with every individual. Both Dr. Ahmad Kasraeian and Dr. Ali Kasraeian offer this depth of understanding and provide patients with the most advanced surgical technology, operated with the highest level of expertise.
Jacksonville residents have access to one of the few fellowship-trained advanced laparoscopic, robotic and minimally invasive urologic surgeons in the region, Dr. Ali Kasraeian, and one of the most experienced and top-ranked physicians, his father, Dr. Ahmad Kasraeian. People looking for a doctor whom they can trust to treat their urological problems with the highest level of knowledge, cutting-edge surgical technology and compassion need look no further than Kasraeian Urology right here in Jacksonville.

Areas of Expertise: Urology & Minimally Invasive Surgery; Prostate Cancer Second Opinion

6269 Beach Blvd., Suite 2, Jacksonville, FL 32216 • 904.727.7955 • 1577 Roberts Dr., Suite 329, Jacksonville Beach, FL 33250 • KasraeianUrology.com

Douglas Green, Jr., MD

Douglas Green, Jr., M.D. is founder and president of the Jacksonville Hearing & Balance Institute. He has a certificate of added qualification in neurotology and is recognized both nationally and internationally in the treatment of ear disease, inner ear and skull-base surgery. Not only is Dr. Green known as an expert clinician, but he has been acknowledged as a leader in otological research.
He has written eight clinical book chapters, and has had 36 scientific articles published in medical journals. Dr. Green has given nearly 65 oral presentations about his scientific research and work at peer-reviewed national and international meetings. He is currently participating in a number of clinical research trials involving hearing aids and prostheses for otologic surgery.
Most recently Dr. Green has expanded the practice by opening The Hearing Center, a medically-supervised hearing aid, cochlear implant and implantable hearing device facility. This convenient and efficient location is just across the hall from the practice.
Dr. Green has been involved with international medical mission trips to Vietnam,
Zambia and Nigeria, where he has treated patients and worked with local physicians in the most primitive circumstances. Because of his experiences, he has established a non-profit organization called Hearing Help for Africa to provide for short-term and long-term improvement of the delivery of health services.

Areas of Expertise: Otology, Neurotology, Audiology-Hearing Aids, Cochlear Implants & Implantable Hearing Devices

Board Certification: Otolaryngology Diplomate & Neurotology Certificate of Added Qualification (CAQ)

Location: 10475 Centurion Pkwy. N., Suite 303, Jacksonville, FL 32256
904.399.0350 • JHBI.org

Sarah Paschall, MD • Michael D. Fox, MD • Christopher W. Lipari, MD

At Jacksonville Center for Reproductive Medicine (JCRM), our mission is to help couples maximize their ability to conceive a child by providing personalized and superior quality fertility treatment. We offer a friendly, compassionate and caring environment where couples can undergo comprehensive diagnosis and treatment. We take the time to determine the underlying problem rather than pushing expensive, unnecessary treatments. Our multidisciplinary approach provides the most appropriate state-of-the-art treatments to suit a couple’s needs. With a combined surgical and fertility experience of over 40 years, the physicians at JCRM possess the ability to utilize the most advanced minimally invasive surgical techniques and reproductive technologies to achieve optimal results.

Dr. Fox, a native of Jacksonville and founder of JCRM, completed his fellowship in Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility at the University of Kentucky. Dr. Lipari, originally from New York, completed a fellowship in Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility at the prestigious Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine in Baltimore, Maryland. Drs. Fox and Lipari are both board certified in Obstetrics and Gynecology and Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility.

Dr. Sarah Paschall, born and raised in North Dakota, completed her residency training in Obstetrics and Gynecology at the University of Florida College of Medicine. Dr. Paschall joined the staff of JCRM in order to focus on advanced minimally invasive laparoscopic surgery.
JCRM serves as a major referral center for the management of endometriosis, infertility, fibroids, and Polycystic Ovarian Disease. Both Drs. Fox and Lipari have given numerous lectures on the surgical management of endometriosis, fibroids and infertility and have published multiple papers relating to the most recent advances in in vitro fertilization and embryo quality. In addition, they serve as proctors for robotic surgery to assist in the training and credentialing of other gynecologic surgeons.

At JCRM, we are proud to provide the full spectrum of fertility care from the “most natural” approach to in vitro fertilization in a warm and supportive environment.

Areas of Expertise: Reproductive Medicine
Board Certifications: Drs. Fox, Lipari & Paschall: Obstetrics & Gynecology
Drs. Fox & Lipari:Reproductive Endocrinology & Infertility
Locations: Southside, 7051 Southpoint Pkwy., Suite 200, Jacksonville, FL 32216,
904.493.BABY; Westside, 3 Shircliff Way, Suite 358, Jacksonville, FL 32204, 904.493.BABY; Fleming Island, 3525 U.S. Highway 17, Fleming Island, FL 32003, 904.493.BABY; Orlando Coming Soon! JCRM.org

Waddah Salman, MD, FACC • Leif A. Lohrbauer, MD, FACC
Harold Dietzius, MD, FACC • Jesus G. Pulido, MD

Jacksonville Cardiovascular Center welcomes Dr. Harold Dietzius. Dr. Dietzius has recently joined one of the premier cardiology practices in Jacksonville, Florida; Jacksonville Cardiovascular Center.  He has replaced Dr. Benjamin C. Olliff who has retired after more than 16 years with us at J.C.C.
Dr. Dietzius did his cardiology training at Penn State and completed his interventional training at University of Florida/ Shands Jacksonville.  His is board certified in internal medicine, cardiovascular diseases, interventional and also specializes in endovascular and vascular as well as nuclear medicine.
For more than twenty years, the physicians at Jacksonville Cardiovascular Center has provided personal and compassionate care for their patients throughout North Florida and south Georgia.
Dr. Dietzius along with Dr. J. G. Pulido, Dr. Leif A. Lohrbauer and Dr. Waddah Salman are proud to provide the most advanced and up to date cardiac care in our outpatient clinic.  Our close affiliation with Memorial Hospital of Jacksonville, recently voted as  “Best Regional Hospital” by US News and World Report, offers us the unique opportunity to continue to care for those patients who require a higher level of care.

Areas of Expertise: Clinical & Interventional Cardiology
Board Certifications: Drs. Pulido & Lohrbauer: Internal Medicine & Cardiovascular Medicine; Dr. Salman: Cardiovascular Disease; Interventional Cardiology; Nuclear Cardiology & Endovascular Medicine; Vascular Medicine; Dr. Dietzius: Internal Medicine;Cardiovascular Medicine; Interventional Cardiology
Location: 6444 Beach Blvd., Jacksonville, FL 32216
ph 904.805.9600
fax 904.805.0084

Kendall Adkisson, MD • Florence O’Connell, MD

Dr. Kendall Adkisson and Dr. Florence O’Connell of Intracoastal Dermatology welcome new patients to their practice. The mission of Intracoastal Dermatology is to offer the highest quality medical, surgical and cosmetic dermatologic care with a patient-centered approach.

Dr. Adkisson, a board-certified dermatologist, was born and raised in Texas. She graduated summa cum laude from Texas A&M University. Dr. Adkisson received her medical training at the University of Texas Health Science Center in Houston, Texas, where she was a member of Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Society. Following an internship at Methodist Hospital in Houston, shecompleted her dermatology training at Scott and White Memorial Hospital in Temple, Texas. She is a fellow of the American Board of Dermatology.

Dr. O’Connell is a board-certified dermatologist who was raised in Jacksonville. She attended Jacksonville University where she graduated summa cum laude. She received her medical degree from University of Florida College of Medicine in Gainesville, Florida, where she also went on to complete her internship in internal medicine as well as her residency in dermatology. Dr. O’Connell is a fellow of the American Board of Dermatology.
Intracoastal Dermatology is conveniently located near the corner of Butler Blvd. and Hodges Blvd. for all your skin care needs and concerns. Call (904) 404-8555 or visit their website, intracoastaldermatology.com, to make your appointment today.

Areas of Expertise: Skin Cancer, Acne & Rosacea Treatments;Anti-Aging; Mole Screenings

Location: 4776 Hodges Blvd., Suite 105, Jacksonville, FL 32224
904.404.8555 • IntracoastalDermatology.com

Owner – Joanna Frantz, PT, MSPT, DPT  • Physical Therapist – Jennifer Bhullar, PT, DPT

At In Motion Physical Therapy, Dr. Joanna Frantz, Dr. Jennifer Bhullar and staff provide excellent rehabilitation programs in an encouraging and supportive environment with state of the art facilities and equipment as well as private treatment rooms that promote the patient-therapist relationship as the key to successful rehabilitation.

Founded by Dr. Frantz in January 2008, In Motion is a full-service rehabilitation facility that offers physical therapy and massage therapy. All patients receive one-on-one care from a specialist, not an aide. In Florida, patients can receive physical therapy without a physician referral, which reduces cost and time lost for healing.

We are proud to offer In Motion for Life, a program to “Live, Work and Play Beyond Cancer.” The program includes not only physical therapy and massage therapy for cancer survivors, but also other physical activities to promote an excellent and healthy quality of life. Some of the activities included are personal training, yoga, meditation, group outings and return to sports instruction. For additional info, go to www.inmotion4life.com.

Helping People Live, Work and Play!

Areas of Expertise: Physical Therapy, Massage Therapy, Oncology Physical and Massage Therapy, Sports Rehabilitation

4776 Hodges Blvd., Suite 101, Jacksonville, FL 32224 • 904.223.2363 • therapy@inmotionjax.com • InMotionJax.com

Dr. Blanca Martinez-Hoppe is a family and cosmetic dentist who provides exceptional care for patients of all ages. Dr. Martinez-Hoppe received her DMD degree from Southern Illinois University-School of Dental Medicine where she graduated with honors in 1997. She went on to complete a general practice residency program at Mt. Sinai Hospital in Miami Beach. She relocated to Tampa,  where she joined a group practice and lived there for nine years until she decided to open Hodges Family & Cosmetic Dentistry and moved to Jacksonville to be closer to her family. At Hodges Family & Cosmetic Dentistry, Dr. Martinez-Hoppe and her team of friendly professionals provide state-of-the-art services in a comfortable and welcoming atmosphere. She believes in conservative cosmetic treatments for the restoration of a beautiful and long-lasting smile. You can expect compassionate and professional service. She believes in preventive care and maintenance for the overall health of the individual. When you visit with Dr. Martinez-Hoppe, you feel right at home. She always addresses your main concerns and listens attentively to your requests. Hodges Family & Cosmetic Dentistry is a dental practice devoted to restoring and enhancing the natural beauty of your smile.

Now Offering Botox® Cosmetic and Juvederm™ for wrinkle correction.

Areas of Expertise: Family & Cosmetic Dentistry

4776 Hodges Blvd., Suite 103, Jacksonville, FL 32224 • 904.992.0922 • HodgesCosmeticDental.com

R. David Heekin, MD, FACS • Kevin P. Murphy, MD • Robert K. Hurford Jr., MD • Timothy L. Sternberg, DMD, MD • Rahul V. Deshmukh, MD • Gavan P. Duffy, MD • Chris R. Goll, MD • Paul Shirley, MD • Kenneth Cintron, MD, FAAOS 

JOINT REPLACEMENT: Gavan Duffy, MD: Formerly the fellowship director of joint replacements at Mayo Clinic Jacksonville, Dr. Duffy specializes in joint replacements of the hip and knee. He is nationally recognized as an expert in advanced implant technology. R. David Heekin, MD, FACS: Founder of the practice, Dr. Heekin pioneered minimally invasive hip and knee replacement surgery in the Southeast and last year performed more hip and knee replacements than any other surgeon in Florida. He is the Medical Director of St. Vincent’s Orthopedic Center of Excellence.

HAND SURGERY: Chris Goll, MD: Formerly with Mayo Clinic, Rochester, MN, Dr. Goll specializes in reconstructive surgery of the hand and fingers and advanced carpal tunnel treatment.

SPORTS MEDICINE: Rahul Deshmukh, MD: A Harvard-trained orthopedic surgeon, Dr. Deshmukh specializes in sports medicine and minimally-invasive joint replacement. As a nationally recognized expert in shoulder surgery, Dr. Deshmukh is on the leading edge of many procedures including the reverse shoulder replacement. Kevin Murphy, MD: Former consultant to The White House and Pentagon, Dr. Murphy is a nationally and internationally recognized expert in sports medicine and arthroscopy of the hip, shoulder, elbow and knee. Paul Shirley, MD: Affectionately known as “Kneedok” by his patients, Dr. Shirley is nationally known for his expertise in knee surgery and sports medicine. He has performed over 13,000 knee arthroscopies in his 30 years of treating knee patients.

SPINE SURGERY: Robert Hurford, Jr., MD: A Harvard-trained orthopedic surgeon, Dr. Hurford has been fellowship-trained in spine surgery and has practiced for six years at the Carle Spine Institute. Dr. Hurford specializes in complete surgical spine care with a special interest in the cervical spine and minimally-invasive surgery.

PAIN MANAGEMENT: Timothy Sternberg, MD: Dr. Tim Sternberg is a fellowship trained, board certified multi-licensed pain management subspecialist with over 20 years of advanced pain management experience.

FOOT & ANKLE: Kenneth Cintron, MD, FAAOS: Dr. Kenneth Cintron is board certified and specializes in foot and ankle. He completed a foot and ankle fellowship at Emory University, Atlanta, GA and he is a former president of the Puerto Rico Orthopaedic State Society.

Areas of Expertise: Orthopedics & Sports Medicine

Board Certification:  All are Board-Certified and Fellowship-Trained Physicians

Riverside • Orange Park • Southside • 904.634.0203 • HeekinOrtho.com

Back Row: Gavan P. Duffy, MD • R. David Heekin, MD, FACS • Robert K. Hurford Jr., MD, PhD, Max C. Lincoln, MD • Stephan M. Esser, MD • Kevin P. Murphy, MD • Paul D. Shirley, MD
Front Row: Timothy L. Sternberg, DMD, MD • Kenneth O. Cintron, MD, FAAOS • Rahul V. Deshmukh, MD, Chris R. Goll, MD

Founded in 2001 by Dr. R. David Heekin, Heekin Orthopedic Specialists has established their group as a different kind of orthopedic practice. Unlike some
organizations, all of the doctors at Heekin Orthopedic Specialists are fellowship-trained in their area of specialty. ‘Fellowship-trained’ requires a voluntary, additional year of preparation and skill refinement post orthopedic residency to become an expert in a desired area. The group has grown from a standalone, total joint replacement practice to now including the full gamut of orthopedic subspecialties with ten top-notch orthopedic surgeons and a pain management specialist amongst four different office locations.

In May of this year, Heekin Orthopedic welcomed their tenth provider, Dr. Max Lincoln, a double fellowship-trained joint replacement specialist. The practice will also be adding two more physicians before 2014 in order to continue expanding their continuum of patient options and care, including Dr. Stephan Esser, a non-operative sports and spine specialist currently completing his fellowship training at Mayo Clinic in Jacksonville. “Our constant growth and forward-thinking attitude in healthcare is an absolute manifestation of our desire to keep providing the very best for our patients. We are committed to being leaders in the orthopedic community and to expecting excellence in all that we do,” shared Marc Williams, CEO of Heekin Orthopedic Specialists. With a fifth clinical office scheduled to open this fall in Clay County, Heekin Orthopedic Specialists continues to show they are dedicated to providing Northeast Florida the highest quality orthopedic care.

Areas of Expertise: Total Joint Replacement, Sports Medicine, Hand & Wrist Surgery, Foot & Ankle Surgery, Pain Management, and Spine Surgery
Board Certification: All Board-Certified and Fellowship-Trained Physicians
Locations: Riverside • Orange Park • Southside • Ponte Vedra
904.634.0640, HeekinOrtho.com

Dr. Arun C. Gulani is a world renowned eye surgeon committed to empowering people to see and raising the bar for eye surgery globally. Dr. Gulani provides the full range of laser vision surgery, including advanced LASIK, new generation Cataract surgery with multifocal lenses, nearsightedness, farsightedness and even Astigmatism surgery to patients who want a personal touch with persistent innovation and top-of-the-line technology. Former Chief of LASIK and Assistant Professor at University of Florida School of Medicine in Jacksonville, Dr. Gulani is the founding director and chief surgeon at Gulani Vision Institute, an internationally famous destination for advanced eye surgery and training. Dr. Gulani travels the world to teach eye surgeons and set the standard for enhancing vision corrective surgery through a commitment to stay ahead of the curve, inventing award-winning LASIK instruments and techniques in elevating LASIK from a “cookie cutter” surgery to an art form.

Extensively published in books and peer-reviewed journals, Dr. Gulani’s reputation as a second opinion destination and physician’s choice for LASIK and Cataract surgery, including his ability to go beyond LASIK in providing cutting-edge alternative techniques and even fixing side effects and complications of other LASIK surgeons, brings patients flying in from all over the world. Patients seeking to see their best through individually-tailored techniques, personalized care with advanced technology and skill need to look no further than Dr. Gulani and the Gulani Vision Institute. So whether you want to see without glasses or contact lenses, have had previous unsatisfactory LASIK or been told that you are not a candidate–See the eye surgeon patients fly to from all over the world–right here in Jacksonville.

Dr. Gulani was named a leading Lasik eye surgeon in the United States by Goldline Research, as featured in FORBES magazine. “It’s my passion to help people see.” 

Board Certification: American Board of Ophthalmology

Fellowship: Teaching Faculty at the American Academy of Ophthalmology; European, Asia-Pacific and International Societies of Eye Surgery

Areas of Expertise: Advanced LASIK, Cataract & Vision-Corrective Surgery

8075 Gate Pkwy. S., Ste. 102 & 103 Jacksonville, FL 32216 • 904.296.EYES (7393) • GulaniVision.com

Brooke N. Bair, DO

Brooke Bair, DO is a board-certified dermatologist with Gulf Coast Dermatology, specializing in medical, surgical, and cosmetic dermatology. Dr. Bair offers comprehensive care and treatment for cancer and diseases of the skin in patients of all ages and skin types. She is a skilled Mohs surgeon, using this technique proven to provide a 98% cure rate for cancer.
Dr. Bair received her microbiology degree from UF and completed medical school at Nova Southeastern University. She served her internship at Johns Hopkins and completed her dermatology residency at Michigan State University. She joined the Gulf Coast Dermatology team in 2012

Board Certification: Board of Dermatolgoy

Areas of Expertise: Dermatology

12276 San Jose Blvd., Suite 722, Jacksonville, FL 32223 • 904.239.3671 • 520 North A1A, Suite 203, Ponte Vedra Beach, FL 32082 • 904.834.2335 • facebook.com/drbrookebair • GulfCoastDerm.com

Phillip Garcia, MD • Roberto Garcia, MD

Drs. Phillip and Roberto Garcia are the founders of the Garcia Institute. The Garcia Institute is home to North Florida and Southern Georgia’s premier cosmetic center, dedicated exclusively to facial plastic and reconstructive surgical and non-surgical procedures. The Garcia brothers are double board certified in facial plastic and reconstructive surgery. They perform roughly 1,000 cosmetic cases and 250 reconstructive surgeries annually. Surgeries performed include: Facelifts, Mini-Lifts, Eyelid Surgeries, Browlifts, Rhinoplasties, and many other facial procedures.
The Garcia Institute boasts the only center in the area that is accredited by The Joint Commission, meaning the Institute meets and exceeds the most rigorous quality standards in the healthcare industry. In addition to the Institute, Reviva Medical Spa provides patients with the latest in medical grade services and products.
The Garcia Institute is proud to be the home of Contoura™ and Contoura Plus™. These procedures performed separately or in combination will target the many facets of the facial aging process.
The Institute is proud to now offer Ultherapy, the only non-invasive treatment approved by the FDA for lifting the skin on the neck, chin, and brow. As part of its commitment to North Florida’s underprivileged children, Drs. Garcia founded the FACE foundation to provide free surgeries for children that have experienced traumatic facial injuries due to accidents or dog bites.

Board Certification: Drs. Phillip & Roberto Garcia: American Board of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery; American Board of Otolaryngology/Head and Neck Surgery

Areas of Expertise: Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery

Neptune Beach: 700 3rd St., Suite 102, Neptune Beach, FL 32266 • St. Augustine: 5 Sanchez Ave, St. Augustine, FL. 32084 • Mandarin/
Julington Creek: 108 Bartram Oaks Walk Dr., #201, Jacksonville, FL 32259
904.746.4258  • www.GarciaInstitute.com