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Top Doctors

Since 1996, Jacksonville Magazine has published a variety of lists of First Coast healthcare professionals considered tops in their respective fields. This year, we compiled a collection featuring more than 500 area physicians board certified in ten specialties. In addition, we partnered with HealthGrades to present their list of peer-approved Jacksonville-based doctors. Both lists are published in their entirety in the June 2012 edition. Featured here are select physician profiles from those lists.

Gulani Vision Institute • Arun C. Gulani, MD, MS

Gulani Vision Institute • Arun C. Gulani, MD, MS

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 [...]

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Gulf Coast Dermatology 

Gulf Coast Dermatology 

Brooke N. Bair, DO Brooke Bair, DO is a board-certified dermatologist who specializes in cosmetic dermatology, laser surgery, and the cancer-fighting Mohs surgery.  As a third-generation Floridian, Dr. Bair is no stranger to the effects of the Florida sun on her patients’ skin, and is often called upon to speak as an expert on dermatologic conditions [...]

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Heekin Orthopedic Specialists

Heekin Orthopedic Specialists

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 [...]

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Hodges Family & Cosmetic Dentistry • Blanca Martinez-Hoppe, DMD, PA

Hodges Family & Cosmetic Dentistry • Blanca Martinez-Hoppe, DMD, PA

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 [...]

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In Motion Physical Therapy

In Motion Physical Therapy

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 [...]

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Kasraeian Urology • Ahmad Kasraeian, MD • Ali Kasraeian, MD

Kasraeian Urology • Ahmad Kasraeian, MD • Ali Kasraeian, MD

  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 [...]

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Lyerly Neurosurgery

Lyerly Neurosurgery

Howard C. Chandler, Jr., MD • Javier Garcia-Bengochea, MD • Michael J. Petr, MD, PHD • Bradley A. Wallace, MD, PHD • Paulo Monteiro, MD • Andrew F. Cannestra, MD, PHD • Luiz Massa, MD A leading neurosurgical practice on the First Coast since 1934, Lyerly Neurosurgery continues to provide the highest quality medical services. [...]

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Meier Plastic Surgery

Meier Plastic Surgery

Jason D. Meier, MD • John Poser, MD Meier Plastic Surgery is a respected practice that is unique in that it specializes in both the face and the body.  Dr. Jason Meier focuses exclusively on the face and neck, while Dr. John Poser focuses exclusively on breast and body procedures. It is this “super-specialization” that allows [...]

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Obi Plastic Surgery Clinic • Lewis J. Obi, MD, FRSA

Obi Plastic Surgery Clinic • Lewis J. Obi, MD, FRSA

Lewis J. Obi M.D., a Jacksonville native, graduated Cum Laude, Rho Chi and Phi Kappa Phi from the University of Florida, acquiring a five year degree in three years. After working as a pharmacist he graduated Cum Laude and AOA from the University of Miami. Dr. Obi then completed his residencies in General Surgery, Plastic Surgery, [...]

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Park Avenue Dermatology

Park Avenue Dermatology

George Schmieder, DO, FAAD • Mary Schmieder, DO, FACEP • Arianne Chavez-Frazier, MD, FAAD Dr. George Schmieder’s vision and commitment to quality make him one of Jacksonville’s top doctors as he has developed Park Avenue Dermatology into a premier medical, surgical and aesthetic services facility. “Attention to detail is paramount,” says Dr. Schmieder, “The goal [...]

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Parker & Pennington Dentistry • Sid Parker, DMD • Jeff Pennington, DMD

Parker & Pennington Dentistry • Sid Parker, DMD • Jeff Pennington, DMD

With his extensive work in the areas of cosmetic dentistry, managing bite disorders, custom dentures and implant restorations, Dr. Sid Parker is recognized for resolving complex dental cases. His published works on dental disorders and how dental issues influence the overall health and mental outlook of patients, along with his annual charity missions to Latin American [...]

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Pearson Facial Plastic Surgery 

Pearson Facial Plastic Surgery 

David C. Pearson, MD How you look depends on whom you choose. David C. Pearson, MD, specializes exclusively in plastic surgery of the face with an emphasis on cosmetic, revision and reconstructive rhinoplasty. He is exceptionally qualified to address the appearance of the nose without compromising nasal function. In addition, he has developed custom software to aid in planning these [...]

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Ponte Vedra Cosmetic Dentistry

Ponte Vedra Cosmetic Dentistry

Michael C. Winter, DDS & Kevin L. Neal, DDS At Ponte Vedra Cosmetic Dentistry, Drs. Michael Winter and Kevin Neal combine professionalism and artistry to provide every patient with expertise that cannot be surpassed by any other office. Their dental practice is devoted to restoring and enhancing the natural beauty of patients using conservative, state-of-the-art [...]

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Ponte Vedra Plastic Surgery

Ponte Vedra Plastic Surgery

C. Cayce Rumsey III, MD • Robert W. Burk III, MD • Paul J. Scioscia, MD • Brett J. Snyder, MD Ponte Vedra Plastic Surgery is Northeast Florida’s premier cosmetic surgery center. The center is designed specifically for the comfort and privacy of the patient. All of our plastic surgeons are board certified by the American [...]

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Posh Plastic Surgery

Posh Plastic Surgery

Sofia Kirk, MD Dr. Sofia Kirk and her staff provide a full range of plastic surgery procedures including breast and facial surgeries, abdominoplasty, arm lift, liposuction, scar revision, laser hair removal and skin rejuvenation, chemical facial peels and dermal fillers. Dr. Kirk believes that having a woman’s understanding of what a patient needs, and a sensitive approach to [...]

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L.A. Quinn M.D.

L.A. Quinn M.D.

Linda A. Quinn, M.D. At L.A. Quinn M.D., we believe that every woman’s supreme beauty lies within. No matter your age, you deserve to be in the best possible health, showing your unique beauty from the inside out. Dr. Quinn is tireless in her pursuit of relevant, non-invasive technologies and education that bring your health [...]

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Harris L. Rittenberg, DMD

Harris L. Rittenberg, DMD

Dr. Harris L. Rittenberg and his staff have demonstrated a dedication to providing their patients excellent personal dental care. Upon arriving at Dr. Rittenberg’s office, the pleasant, relaxed atmosphere is obvious. This family practice has been serving children and adults for over 50 years in the same location. Dr. Rittenberg, who has been in practice for [...]

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Safari of Smiles 

Safari of Smiles 

Ivis Alvarez, DMD, PA Dr. Alvarez was born in Miami, Florida; however, her family is from Cuba. She received her B.S. degree in Microbiology and Immunology from the University of Miami in 1991, and her dental degree from the University of Florida in 1995. Dr. Alvarez received her certificate in Pediatric Dentistry in May 1997 from the Medical [...]

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Shands Jacksonville Cardiovascular Center 

Shands Jacksonville Cardiovascular Center 

Gladys Velarde, MD  Associate Professor, Medicine  University of Florida College of Medicine–Jacksonville Gladys Velarde, MD, an associate professor of medicine at the University of Florida College of Medicine–Jacksonville, is a board-certified cardiologist who oversees the Women’s Cardiovascular Health Program at the Shands Jacksonville Cardiovascular Center. Heart disease is the leading cause of death for American [...]

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Smile Stylists® • Jason Olistky, DMD, AACD & Colleen Olitsky, DMD

Smile Stylists® • Jason Olistky, DMD, AACD & Colleen Olitsky, DMD

Smile Stylists® Cosmetic Dentistry Dr. Jason is the only AACD accredited cosmetic dentist in Northeast Florida (May 2011). Having passed all five cases required, Dr. Jason is one of the youngest of less than 350 dentists worldwide to achieve this distinction. He also lectures nationally on cosmetic dentistry with the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry (AACD), [...]

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