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Drawing on more than 25 years of medical experience Clement Banda, MD, RPhS, founder of MD Vein & Skin Specialists in Owen Brown and Columbia, Maryland, transformed his practice into a leading provider of minimally invasive vein and skin procedures. Dr. Banda was an early adopter of laser medicine and surgery, and is now an industry leader with a focus on dermatologic surgery and phlebology, or vein specialty.

Dr. Banda holds a medical degree from the University of Zimbabwe in Harare, Zimbabwe. He made his way to the United States for his post-doctoral training at Michigan State University in East Lansing, Michigan, and George Washington University in Washington, D.C. He completed his clinical dermatology training at Queen Mary University of London, in the United Kingdom.

Dr. Banda is a diplomate of the American Board of Laser Surgery, the American Board of Venous & Lymphatic Medicine, and the National Board of Physicians and Surgeons. He is also an active member of the American Medical Association and the American Vein and Lymphatic Society among other medical organisations.

He has been profiled on American Health and Beauty and featured in Howard Magazine and Baltimore Magazine.

When he’s not working with patients, Dr. Banda enjoys working on home improvement projects and preparing gourmet vegetarian meals.

Amanda Derwae, MD, is one of the skilled dermatologists practicing at Integrated Dermatology of Fairfax, located in Fairfax, Virginia. 

Dr. Derwae spent most of her youth in a small town west of Charleston, West Virginia, before attending the University of Georgia for her undergraduate studies. There, she earned a degree in biology with a minor in mathematics and was UGA’s Air Force ROTC Distinguished Graduate in 2003. As a Second Lieutenant in the Air Force, she completed medical school at Uniformed Services University in Bethesda, Maryland, followed by a Transitional Internship at San Antonio Uniformed Services Health Education Consortium. Her training accolades include Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Society, 2012 Association of Military Surgeons of the United States Award (most outstanding overall performance in academics and leadership by a medical student), and SAUSHEC’s John H. Gillespie Outstanding Intern 2013. 

Following her internship, Dr. Derwae served as a flight surgeon for the 563rd Operational Support Squadron, providing medical care and training for the 66th and 58th Rescue Squadrons at Nellis Air Force Base in Nevada. Ask her about the coolest job she’ll ever have, and this is what she’ll tell you about. Dr. Derwae then had a unique opportunity as an Air Force physician to attend a civilian dermatology residency, and she graduated from the University of Pennsylvania in 2019 with specialized training in Global Health. Dr. Derwae served as the Dermatology Element Chief at David Grant Medical Center on Travis Air Force Base in California from 2019-2022. 

After her Air Force career, the Derwae family moved to Springfield, Virginia, to be closer to family. Dr. Derwae adores her husband and their 4-year-old son, has a moderate Peloton addiction, and loves to travel.

Maham Siddiqui, PA-C, is a board-certified physician assistant from Springfield, Virginia. She works at Integrated Dermatology of Fairfax in Fairfax, Virginia, providing compassionate and effective care. 

Maham graduated from the University of Virginia in Charlottesville with a Bachelor of Arts in psychology. During her undergraduate, she was awarded the Dean’s List and led medical mission trips to Panama and Nicaragua to build healthcare clinics for underserved communities. She also devoted four summers to researching at the National Institutes of Health in Bethesda, Maryland. 

Maham spent the next year working as a medical assistant at Integrated Dermatology of Fairfax, where she developed her passion for skin care. She pursued her Master of Medical Science at Tufts School of Medicine in Boston, Massachusetts. There, she completed a rigorous 25-month program, which included several clinical rotations in Boston.

Maham also completed two rotations here at Integrated Dermatology of Fairfax, where she further solidified her training. To finish her education, Maham completed a research project focusing on diet and acne, which she presented to the Tufts Medical community. 

Maham is an active member of the American Academy of Physician Assistants and the Society of Dermatology Physician Assistants. During her free time, Maham enjoys reading, traveling, and spending time with her cat!

Samantha Hancock, PA-C, is a certified physician assistant at Integrated Dermatology of Fairfax in Fairfax, Virginia. 

Born and raised in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, Samantha attended Pennsylvania State University in Centre Country and graduated with a Bachelor of Science degree in biology/genetics. Around this time, she worked as direct support for adults with physical and mental disabilities in Northeast Philadelphia. 

After completing her undergraduate degree, Samantha attended Salus University in Elkins Park, Pennsylvania, and graduated with a Master of Medical Science in physician assistant studies. 

Throughout her education, Samantha always held a special interest in the field of dermatology. In 2013, she decided to take the leap and follow her passion, leading her to join the Integrated Dermatology of Fairfax team. 

Samantha is an active member of the American Academy of Physician Assistants, the Virginia Academy of Physician Assistants, and the Society of Dermatology Physician Assistants. 

Outside of the office, Samantha enjoys spending time with her family and friends, as well as experiencing her new surroundings.

Kelley Pagliai Redbord, MD, is a board-certified dermatologist who specializes in Mohs micrographic surgery, skin cancer, dermatologic surgery, cosmetic surgery, hyperhidrosis, and laser medicine. She serves patients at Integrated Dermatology of Fairfax in Fairfax, Virginia. 

Dr. Redbord is in the office several Thursdays each month performing Mohs surgery and complex excisions for skin cancer.

Born and raised in Maryland, Dr. Redbord received her Bachelor of Science at Duke University in Durham, North Carolina, where she graduated cum laude, and her medical degree from Johns Hopkins School of Medicine in Baltimore, Maryland. 

After completing her dermatology residency as chief resident at the University of Cincinnati in Ohio, Dr. Redbord was accepted as a fellow in Mohs micrographic surgery and procedural dermatology at the Laser and Skin Surgery Center of Indiana in Indianapolis under the mentorship of Dr. C. William Hanke.

Dr. Redbord is an active member and holds leadership roles in the American Academy of Dermatology, the American Medical Association, the American Society for Dermatologic Surgery, the American College of Mohs Surgery, the Women’s Dermatologic Society, the Washington, D.C. Dermatologic Society, and the International Hyperhidrosis Society. She is an associate clinical professor of dermatology at The George Washington University. 

Dr. Redbord has presented original research at local and national conferences and written many articles on topics such as skin cancer, injectable fillers, photodynamic therapy, liposuction, facial nerve blocks, anesthesia, and laser medicine. Dr. Redbord has testified before governmental bodies, including the Food and Drug Administration, and has met with members of Congress in support of numerous dermatological issues.

When Dr. Redbord is not practicing dermatology, you can probably find her running. She's completed 29 marathons and counting!

Urvi Gonzales, MD, is a board-certified dermatologist skilled in medical and cosmetic dermatology. She offers expert care to patients at Integrated Dermatology of Fairfax in Fairfax, Virginia. 

Dr. Gonzales specializes in the detection and removal of skin cancers, the diagnosis and treatment of acne, psoriasis, and other inflammatory skin conditions, and the development of anti-aging strategies and treatments, including injectables and lasers.

She graduated from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) in Cambridge with a Bachelor of Science in molecular biology. Following a research year at Harvard Medical School in Boston, Dr. Gonzales was chosen to attend a Dartmouth-Brown combined medical program, eventually earning her medical degree from Brown Medical School in Providence, Rhode Island.

She then spent an additional research year at Northwestern University in Evanston, Illinois, prior to starting her internship at the University of Illinois in Chicago. She finalized her residency training in dermatology at the University of Rochester in New York.

Dr. Gonzales has authored or co-authored multiple publications in scientific journals. She has presented her research at various national conferences, including the annual conference of the American Academy of Pediatric Dermatology, the American Academy of Dermatopathology, and the American Academy of Dermatology. She is an active member of the American Academy of Dermatology.

Dr. Gonzales appreciates that every person is unique, with unique skincare challenges and goals. She enjoys getting to know and understand each of her patients and is motivated by problem-solving. Her goal is to efficiently deliver successful treatment plans tailored to the needs of each patient.

Originally from northern New Jersey, Dr. Gonzales has now made Washington, D.C./northern Virginia her home. In her spare time, she enjoys spending quality time with her husband and two young daughters.

Rebecca Satoskar, MD, is an experienced board-certified dermatologist. She serves as the medical director at Integrated Dermatology of Fairfax in Fairfax, Virginia. 

Dr. Satoskar grew up in Minnesota alongside the Mississippi River. She graduated as the valedictorian of her high school class and went on to attend the University of Notre Dame in Indiana for her undergraduate work. There, she studied pre-med, completed an honors thesis in psychology, and graduated summa cum laude. 

She then attended the University of Chicago Pritzker School of Medicine in Illinois, where she was elected into Alpha Omega Alpha, an honor signifying a lasting commitment to scholarship, leadership, professionalism, and service, which no more than 15% of all medical students achieve. Dr. Satoskar also received the American Medical Women’s Association Janet M. Glasgow Memorial Achievement Citation, which is awarded to women in the top 10% of the graduating class. 

Dr. Satoskar completed her internship in internal medicine at the University of Chicago in Illinois and her dermatology residency at the University of California — Los Angeles and the University of Chicago. After completing her training, Dr. Satoskar was in private practice and served on faculty at the Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine in Chicago, Illinois. 

In 2009, Dr. Satoskar moved to the Washington, DC, area and has been active in the local dermatology community since. She is a fellow of the American Academy of Dermatology, a member of the American Society for Dermatologic Surgery, and a member of the Washington DC Dermatological Society. 

When not in the office, Dr. Satoskar is an avid student of vinyasa yoga and enjoys spending time with her husband and two daughters.

Meredith Sagal, CRNP, FNP-C, DCNP, is a board-certified dermatology nurse practitioner at Dermatology & Advanced Skin Care in Columbia, Maryland.

Meredith graduated cum laude from Villanova University in Pennsylvania with her bachelor’s degree in nursing. After graduating, she began her career as a trauma intensive care nurse at the world-renowned R Adams Cowley Shock Trauma Center in Baltimore, Maryland. Meredith then attended Duke University in Durham, North Carolina, obtaining her master’s degree in nursing.

Meredith has attained a vast medical knowledge base throughout her many years of providing medical care in areas such as emergency medicine, trauma, orthopedics, and surgical intensive care.

She has been practicing at Dermatology & Advanced Skin Care since 2020 and has worked in dermatology since 2017. She treats various dermatologic conditions and performs skin cancer screenings, biopsies, and cosmetic procedures. Meredith has advanced training in Botox, dermal fillers, laser, and medical-grade skin care product lines. She is particularly interested in treating acne, eczema, and psoriasis.

Meredith strongly believes in working closely with her patients to develop an individualized treatment plan to fit each patient's unique needs and individual goals.

In Meredith’s free time, she enjoys visiting Walt Disney World, even running half marathons there with her husband! She also still finds time to serve in the volunteer fire service as a firefighter/emergency medical technician in Baltimore County, MD.

Meredith is a member of the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners, Sigma Theta Tau, the Dermatology Nurses Association, and the Society of Dermatology Nurse Practitioners. She recently passed the Dermatology Certified Nurse Practitioner exam, making her one of ten DCNPs in the state of Maryland and the only DCNP in the Baltimore region!

Nicholas Girardi, MD, is a Physician Partner at Dermatology & Advanced Skin Care in Columbia, Maryland. Dr. Girardi has served patients at our practice since 2018. 

Dr. Girardi graduated from Drexel University College of Medicine in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Medical Society recognized him in medical school for his achievements. He moved to Washington, DC, to earn a master’s degree from Georgetown University School of Medicine in physiology and biophysics. 

Dr. Girardi completed his dermatology residency at Johns Hopkins Hospital in Baltimore, Maryland, where he was the Chief Resident. He has published in professional journals and presented at several professional conferences. 

Dr. Girardi enjoys practicing all aspects of dermatology, including diagnosing and treating melanoma and non-melanoma skin cancers (basal cell carcinoma and squamous cell carcinoma), as well as evaluating moles and other skin growths. He also treats acne, psoriasis, eczema and other skin rashes.

Dr. Girardi looks forward to working with new and existing patients.

Smitha Kuppalli, MD, is a physician partner at Dermatology & Advanced Skin Care in Columbia, Maryland. She is a board-certified dermatologist and has been with the practice since 2015. 

Dr. Kuppalli received her medical degree from the University of Maryland School of Medicine in Baltimore and completed her residency in dermatology at the University of Virginia in Charlottesville. 

Before returning to her home roots in Howard County, she was on faculty at the University of Virginia School of Medicine in Charlottesville and, more recently, was an assistant professor in the Department of Dermatology at Columbia University in New York, New York. 

Dr. Kuppalli enjoys practicing both general dermatology and cosmetic procedures. She has a special interest in pigmented lesions and has published on various topics, including psoriasis, vitiligo, and pigmented disorders. 

Dr. Kuppalli is a member of the American Academy of Dermatology, the Women’s Dermatologic Society, and the American Society for Dermatologic Surgery.

Aerlyn Dawn, MD, is an experienced Mohs surgeon serving patients at Dermatology & Advanced Skin Care in Columbia, Maryland. 

Dr. Dawn attended Harvard University in Cambridge, Massachusets, for his undergraduate studies and received his medical degree from Duke University School of Medicine in Durham, North Carolina. 

After his internship at Mercy Medical Center in Baltimore, Maryland, he completed his dermatology residency at the University of Pennsylvania in Philadelphia. Then, he completed a fellowship in Mohs surgery and procedural dermatology. 

Dr. Dawn has authored numerous scientific articles and book chapters and has presented at national dermatology and dermatologic surgery meetings. He is a diplomate of the American Board of Dermatology and a member of the American Academy of Dermatology (AAD), the American Society for Dermatologic Surgery, the Dermatology Foundation, and the Skin Cancer Foundation. 

Dr. Dawn has extensive experience in Mohs surgery for skin cancer and reconstructive surgery. He joined Dermatology & Advanced Skin Care in 2011.

Oge Onwudiwe, MD, FAAD, is a board-certified dermatologist at Cutis Center for Dermatology and Aesthetics in Alexandria, Virginia. Dr. Onwudiwe takes a patient-centered approach to care, listening intently to patient concerns and thoroughly explaining skin issues and treatment options.

After graduating with honors with her Bachelor of Science and induction into the prestigious Phi Beta Kappa honor society from Howard University in Washington, D.C., Dr. Onwudiwe remained at her alma mater to complete her Doctor of Medicine at Howard University College of Medicine.

Dr. Onwudiwe graduated at the top of her class in medical school and was inducted into the Alpha Omega Alpha honor society. She did her dermatology residency training at Howard University and Massachusetts General Hospital of the Harvard Medical School in Boston.

She is board certified and a fellow of the American Academy of Dermatology (FAAD). 

Dr. Onwudiwe manages all dermatology needs at Cutis Center for Dermatology and Aesthetics, including the treatment of skin cancer, scars, pigmentation disorders, and hair loss in women. She specializes in laser and cosmetic dermatology.

Dedicated to sharing her knowledge with colleagues, Dr. Onwudiwe lectures at national and international dermatology conferences when not at the office taking care of her patients.