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Sahar Y. Naseer, MD, is a talented dermatologist at MDCS Dermatology: Medical Dermatology & Cosmetic Surgery in Smithtown and Hampton Bays, New York. With her extensive background in research, she brings fresh ideas to the table for each of her patients’ treatment plans. A member of the American Academy of Dermatology, she was selected to be a part of the prestigious Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Medical Society due to her skills and achievements.

Dr. Naseer earned her bachelor’s degree in neuroscience at Dartmouth College in Hanover, New Hampshire, where she graduated with honors in 2009. She then moved south to Washington, DC, to attend Georgetown University for her master’s degree in biophysiology. After completing it in just one year, she moved to New York to earn her medical degree through The State University of New York Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences and Buffalo University, where she graduated summa cum laude. 

After finishing her formal education, Dr. Naseer continued training with a pediatric preliminary year at Cohen Children’s Medical Center/Northwell Health in Queens, New York. For her postgraduate year two, she moved back to Buffalo, New York, for a dermatology residency. She continued with another dermatology residency at Brown University Alpert School of Medicine in Providence, Rhode Island.

Dr. Naseer’s many awards and distinguishments across her education, training, and budding career speak for themselves. She earned multiple awards at Buffalo University for her excellence in research and earned the American Medical Women’s Association Glasgow-Rubin Certificate of Commendation. At MDCS, she continues to stand out as an outstanding leader and treats her patients with kindness and compassion.

When she isn’t in the office assessing skin conditions or educating patients on how to care for their skin, Dr. Naseer loves to spend her time traveling, swimming to stay in shape, and improving her cooking skills.

Christos Dimitris Zouzias, MD, MBA, is a board-certified dermatologist and fellowship-trained Mohs Micrographic Surgeon at MDCS Dermatology. Dr. Zouzias specializes in procedural dermatology, skin cancer management, and Mohs micrographic surgery, offering personalized and patient-centered care to ensure the best outcomes for his patients. He serves patients at MDCS Dermatology's Long Island locations, including Commack, Hampton Bays, and Plainview.

Dr. Zouzias earned both his Bachelor of Arts and Doctor of Medicine degrees at New York University (NYU) in New York City. He also holds a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from NYU’s Stern School of Business. Prior to medical school, he completed a student research fellowship in supportive oncodermatology, studying the dermatologic side effects of chemotherapy and radiation therapy under the mentorship of Dr. Beth McLellan, the current chief of dermatology at Montefiore Medical Center.

Following his medical degree, Dr. Zouzias completed his internship in internal medicine at North Shore Long Island Jewish Medical Center and his dermatology residency at Albert Einstein College of Medicine/Montefiore Medical Center, where he was recognized as the Outstanding House Officer for his compassion, clinical excellence, and professional rapport. He further specialized by completing his fellowship training in Mohs Micrographic Surgery at Affiliated Dermatologists and Dermatologic Surgeons in New Jersey.

In his free time, Dr. Zouzias enjoys cooking and spending time with his nieces and nephews.

Regina Yavel, MD, FACMS, FAAD is a board certified and fellowship trained Mohs Surgeon, is a graduate of Brown University and SUNY Downstate Medical Center. Dr. Yavel is a Fellow of the American Academy of Dermatology, Dermatology Foundation Leaders Society, American Society of Dermatologic Surgery and American College of Mohs Surgery.

Michelle W. Ma, MD, FAAD is a Board Certified Dermatologist who completed her residency through the Albert Einstein College of Medicine in June 2017. We're very excited to have her as a full-time provider at MDCS Dermatology: Medical Dermatology & Cosmetic Surgery, located in Plainview, Commack, Manhattan, Upper East Side and Hampton Bays, New York. In her professional and educational work, Dr. Ma has:

• Completed multiple postdoctoral programs
• Published articles in a variety of professional journals
• Participated in presentations across the nation

Dr. Ma graduated from Cornell University with a degree in biological sciences. She then:

• Pursed her Doctor of Medicine at the New York University School of Medicine
• Served as an intern at Tufts Medical Center in Boston, Massachusetts
• Began and continues her dermatology residency at MDCS

She has completed two postdoctoral fellowships. Dr. Ma was a Dermatopharmacology Fellow at the Montefiore Medical Center/Albert Einstein College of Medicine, in Bronx, New York. She was also a Melanoma Translational Research Fellow at the Department of Dermatology at New York University.

Dr. Ma has also been the recipient of numerous awards. These include:

• The Maurice Husik Prize for the best paper written by a dermatology resident/fellow
• The Todd Nagel Research Grant Award from The Skin Cancer Foundation
• The Medicine Clerkship Award for outstanding essay in medical science
• Merrill Presidential Scholar
• The William T. Keeton Prize for academic excellence in introductory biology

Yelena Vevitsis is a licensed Physician Assistant, who received her bachelor of science degree in biology from Pace University and completed her Physician Assistant program at NYC Pace University-Lenox Hill Hospital. She has been practicing Dermatology for more than 20 years.

Yelena diagnoses and treats many dermatological conditions including, acne, rosacea, eczema, psoriasis, pre-cancer and skin cancers, warts, severe sweating, and various skin rashes. She performs lesion removals, biopsies, and skin cancer screenings.

Yelena’s reputation is not only defined by her work but also by her caring, dedication, and compassion for her patients.

Tuesday: 12.00 pm - 6.00 pm, Wednesday, Thursday: 10:00 am – 6:00 pm

Eyal Levit, MD

Dr. Eyal Levit is a board-certified dermatologist and dermatologic surgeon in New York specializing in biohacking and longevity, Mohs surgery, laser treatments, cosmetic surgery, and regenerative aesthetic medicine. He teaches and practices dermatology, Mohs surgery, laser procedures, and cosmetic surgery in Manhattan Beach, Brooklyn, where he serves as the Director of an ASDS Cosmetic Dermatology Fellowship, training physicians in advanced cosmetic and surgical techniques.

Dr. Levit completed his dermatology residency at Columbia Presbyterian Hospital, followed by fellowship training in Mohs surgery at UPenn, as well as an additional two years of training in cosmetic surgery.

Dr. Levit serves as an Associate Clinical Professor of Dermatology at Columbia University, Mount Sinai Medical Center, and Universidad CES in Colombia. He previously served for more than fifteen years as the Director of Dermatologic and Cosmetic Surgery at St. Luke’s–Roosevelt Hospital, Mount Sinai, where he received the Teacher of the Year Award in Surgical Dermatology.

Dr. Levit has authored numerous scientific publications and is the co-author of the textbook published in 2024, Procedures in Cosmetic Dermatology Series: Surgical Lifting (Elsevier). His work focuses on medical surgical and cosmetic dermatology with special interest in preventative medicine and longevity in particularly using NAD therapies, peptides and exosomes for hair, skin and body rejuvenation.

Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday: 8:30 am – 6:00 pm

Lisa Gavronsky, PA-C is a licensed Physician Assistant and 2014 Cum Laude graduate of Touro College's masters PA program. She also earned a BS in Marketing from Rutgers Business School. 
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Lisa is passionate about Dermatology with a strong interest in healthy skin care, and adult and pediatrics. She is committed to providing all her patients with personalized attention and ensuring the best possible treatment outcomes.

She earned her undergraduate degree in Human Biology with honors from Brown University and her medical degree from Harvard Medical School. Dr. Bui completed her dermatology residency at Stanford Hospital and Clinics, following an internal medicine internship and a clinical research fellowship at Brigham and Women’s Hospital.

She has authored over 30 peer-reviewed publications covering a wide range of topics, including cutaneous oncology, immune-related skin toxicities, and healthcare access in dermatology. Her research has been presented at national and international conferences, and she is committed to advancing evidence-based, patient-centered care through both scholarship and clinical practice.

Fluent in Vietnamese, Dr. Bui is dedicated to providing culturally competent care and promoting health equity. She has held leadership roles in global health and advocacy organizations and is interested in community health initiatives.

Outside of her professional work, Dr. Bui enjoys spending time with her husband and daughter. She finds joy in cooking, pilates, and spending time with family and friends.

Michael Noonan, MD, is board-certified in both pediatric and general dermatology. He treats patients at Adult & Pediatric Dermatology Specialists in Derby, Trumbull, and Westport, Connecticut. 

Dr. Noonan graduated from Williams College magna cum laude with a degree in chemistry. He received his medical degree from the New York University School of Medicine and completed his internship at Yale University Hospital with a concentration in pediatrics. Dr. Noonan completed his dermatology residency at George Washington University School of Medicine. 

He is on-staff at Bridgeport Hospital and a clinical dermatology instructor at Yale University School of Medicine.

Dr. Noonan has published articles and has been a guest lecturer. As a father of four, Dr. Noonan understands parents' concerns about their children's skin, especially when conditions such as rashes, eczema, warts, and acne flare up. Dr. Noonan treats adults and children with these conditions. He also treats moles and skin cancers. 

At the practice, Dr. Noonan and the team see patients on an emergency basis, even on days when the office is busy.

Faith Huynh, PA-C is a board-certified PA providing exceptional and compassionate care to patients at Adult & Pediatric Dermatology Specialists in Trumbull, Connecticut. She loves working with her hands and is passionate about treating and educating her patients about many skin conditions including skin cancer, eczema, psoriasis, and acne.

Faith earned her Master of Medical Science from Yale School of Medicine and completed her clinical training within the Yale New Haven Health System. She also holds a Bachelor of Science in Biology from the University of Houston.

As a PA student, Faith served as the Connecticut PA Foundation Chair and a Jack Cole Society Student Officer for her cohort. She was also involved in research and received the Outstanding Thesis Award through the Yale School of Medicine Physician Associate Program in 2024.

Faith is a Houston native, and in her free time enjoys dancing, baking, hiking, and supporting local restaurants. You can usually find her at a concert or a musical in the city, or exploring New England with her husband.

Originally from Westchester, New York, Dr. Verhave completed his undergraduate training at Cornell University and received his medical degree from Upstate Medical University where he graduated as a member of the Alpha Omega Alpha honors society. He then completed an internship in internal medicine at Long Island Jewish Medical Center and North Shore University Hospital followed by his dermatology residency at the University of Rochester Medical Center.  During the course of his training, he completed a clinical trials research fellowship aimed at discovering therapeutics for difficult to treat and understudied dermatologic conditions.  Dr. Verhave takes pride in treating patients of all ages and focuses his practice on medical and procedural dermatology.  In addition to his clinical work, Dr. Verhave is an active contributor to the dermatology literature, publishing both scholarly research articles and textbook chapters.  

 Outside of the office Dr. Verhave is an avid reader and animal lover.  He also enjoys leading an active lifestyle, whether that be exploring nature or trying his luck on the golf course! 

Alexander Fogel, MD, is a highly-skilled dermatologist serving patients at Adult & Pediatric Dermatology Specialists in Trumbull and Westport, Connecticut.

Dr. Fogel is double board certified in both Dermatology and Micrographic Dermatologic Surgery (a.k.a. Mohs). He heads our surgical and reconstructive dermatology practice, which encompasses Mohs surgery, as well surgery for melanoma, squamous cell carcinoma, basal cell carcinoma, and benign lesions, such as lipomas and cysts. 

Dr. Fogel was educated and trained at Caltech, Stanford, and Yale. He remains a clinical faculty member at the Yale University Department of Dermatology, and is responsible for educating dermatologists in training. He is also an accomplished researcher, with more than 50 published articles, chapters, and presentations at venues that include the Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology, the Journal of the American Medical Association, the New England Journal of Medicine Catalyst, the Harvard Business Review, and the Wall Street Journal. He has also served as an investigator for multiple clinical trials, ranging from pharmaceutical to basic science research. 

Dr. Fogel has received numerous national and local honors and awards, including the President's Volunteer Service Award, the Gold Humanism in Medicine Honor Society Award, the Yale Hospital All for One Award, and the American Society for Dermatologic Surgery Scholarship. He has received grants from the American Skin Association and the American Society for Dermatologic Surgery, and he is an active member of the American Academy of Dermatology, the American Society for Mohs Surgery, the American Society for Dermatologic Surgery, the Royal Society of Medicine, and the Royal College of Physicians of Edinburgh.

Clinically, Dr. Fogel's interests are broad and include medical, surgical, pediatric, and cosmetic dermatology. During medical school at Stanford, he founded a free clinic for patients without health insurance and maintained a longitudinal pediatric dermatology clinic. During residency at Yale, Dr. Fogel was the resident lead for surgical, procedural, and cosmetic dermatology, managing resident education in these areas. 

Outside of work, Dr. Fogel is happily married and has three children. He loves exploring New England, partaking in the culture of our nearby cities, and working on his small farm.

Jason Wilder, DO, is a board-certified dermatologist. At Adult & Pediatric Dermatology Specialists in Trumbull and Westport, Connecticut, he provides patients with compassionate and effective care. 

Dr. Wilder graduated from the University of Colorado with a degree in biology. He trained at the New York College of Osteopathic Medicine and did his internship at Suncoast Hospital. Dr. Wilder completed his residency in dermatology at St. Barnabas Hospital.  

He has written several articles and has been a guest lecturer for the past 10 years. Dr. Wilder is on-staff at Bridgeport Hospital and the clinical instructor of dermatology at Yale University. 

Dr. Wilder is the father of two boys and enjoys working with children and adults. He truly enjoys working with the adolescent population and has one of the largest acne practices in Connecticut. 

Dr. Wilder is also one of the leading cosmetic dermatologists in Fairfield County. He specializes in cosmetic dermatology and is an expert in Botox®, Juvéderm®, laser treatment of blood vessels, and hair removal. 

He has guided patients for years on the newest and best cosmetic products to prevent aging and skin cancer. Dr. Wilder also performs skin cancer screenings and treats various skin conditions, including eczema, psoriasis, and warts.

Dr. Michael Kurzman is a respected, board-certified dermatologist practicing in Staten Island, New York; near Rossville and Pleasant Plains. From his offices, he specializes in the treatment of skin conditions including acne, psoriasis, mole removal, hyperhidrosis and offers anti-aging treatments involving Botox and fillers.

Dr. Kurzman earned his medical degree from New York Medical College in 1980 after completing his undergraduate education at Yeshiva University. His post-graduate training included an internal medicine internship and residency at Maimonides Medical Center and a dermatology residency at New York Medical College.

A diplomate of the National Board of Medical Examiners, Dr. Kurzman is board-certified by both the American Board of Internal Medicine and the American Board of Dermatology. In addition, he is also a fellow of The American Academy of Dermatology. Dr. Kurzman was a clinical assistant professor in the Department of Dermatology at New York Medical College and is the Co-Director of the Division of Dermatology at Staten Island University Hospital.

Dr. Michael Kurzman has been in practice since 1986 serving Staten Island and the surrounding area. He is dedicated to helping patients enjoy youthful, healthy skin. Dr. Kurzman's practice offers a combination of medical dermatology and cosmetic skin care treatments. Our approach to medical and cosmetic dermatology is the same.  He collects as much information as possible, discusses possible procedures, and moves forward with the most straightforward solution tailored to your particular needs and concerns. Dr. Kurzman works closely with each patient to develop an individualized plan of treatment and strives to make your experience easy and comfortable.

Dr. Whitman is a board certified dermatologist who completed her residency at Columbia Presbyterian Medical Center in New York City. She has been in practice for more than 25 years and is a fellow of the American Academy of Dermatology. Dr. Whitman also completed a residency in Pediatrics prior to Dermatology. Dr. Whitman prides herself on providing patients with a supportive and caring environment where they receive the best possible medical treatment. She enjoys seeing patients of all ages and families. Over the years she has built a community of loyal patients and developed deep relationships with not only her patients but also her staff. She has worked with many of them for decades and the patients appreciate the bond with them as well. In the modern world of medicine where people feel rushed and sometimes not listened to, she is proud of the warm, close environment she has fostered.

In her free time Dr. Whitman enjoys spending time with her children and her granddaughter. She also is passionate about volunteer work and over the past 12 years has spent every summer volunteering at Camp Discovery, a place that children with chronic, sometimes even fatal skin conditions can go to experience a week filled with outdoor fun, friendship, and personal growth. It is an environment where kids can be free from judgment and not be defined by their skin conditions. Dr. Whitman has developed a strong bond with both the campers and fellow dermatologists that run the camp.

She also has done volunteer work in a clinic in Kenya and has been involved for years in Builders Beyond Borders, an organization that brings high school students to build projects for impoverished areas in South America.

In addition, she is an avid animal lover and has been involved with aiding the baby elephants in Kenya and has helped rescue and foster dogs from China and Afghanistan.