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Nadia is a board-certified Family Nurse Practitioner with a passion for providing quality, compassionate care. With a background in nursing and advanced clinical training, she helps patients manage both everyday health concerns and long-term conditions.

Born and raised in upstate New York, Nadia earned her Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) from St. John Fisher College of Nursing. She then moved to Florida and earned her Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) from Keiser University and holds certification from the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC).

Before becoming a nurse practitioner, she gained valuable experience working as a registered nurse in dermatology, where she developed a solid foundation in medical skin care. After earning her MSN, she chose to continue working in dermatology as a nurse practitioner, building on the experience and passion developed during her years as a registered nurse in the specialty.

Outside of work, Nadia enjoys spending time with family and friends and being outdoors.

She is an active member of The American Association of Nurse Practitioners (AANP) and the National Academy of Dermatology Nurse Practitioners (NADNP).

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, injectable fillers, lasers, and Botox. During his residency, Dr. Brazen was elected to serve as Academic chief resident, an honor awarded to the top residents in their class. During his residency, Dr. Brazen published papers in many academic journals and was recently elected to serve on the Board of Directors for the Florida Academy of Dermatology. Additionally, he serves as a delegate for the Florida Medical Association. 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.

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.

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.

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.

Nadia is a board-certified Family Nurse Practitioner with a passion for providing quality, compassionate care. With a background in nursing and advanced clinical training, she helps patients manage both everyday health concerns and long-term conditions.

Born and raised in upstate New York, Nadia earned her Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) from St. John Fisher College of Nursing. She then moved to Florida and earned her Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) from Keiser University and holds certification from the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC).

Before becoming a nurse practitioner, she gained valuable experience working as a registered nurse in dermatology, where she developed a solid foundation in medical skin care. After earning her MSN, she chose to continue working in dermatology as a nurse practitioner, building on the experience and passion developed during her years as a registered nurse in the specialty.

Outside of work, Nadia enjoys spending time with family and friends and being outdoors.

She is an active member of The American Association of Nurse Practitioners (AANP) and the National Academy of Dermatology Nurse Practitioners (NADNP).

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, injectable fillers, lasers, and Botox. During his residency, Dr. Brazen was elected to serve as Academic chief resident, an honor awarded to the top residents in their class. During his residency, Dr. Brazen published papers in many academic journals and was recently elected to serve on the Board of Directors for the Florida Academy of Dermatology. Additionally, he serves as a delegate for the Florida Medical Association. 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.

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

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

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.

Board-certified dermatologist and dermatopathology specialist Laertes Manuelidis, MD, FAAD, has been with Associates in Dermatology since 2003, providing consistently excellent care for his patients.

In the Fort Myers, Cape Coral, and Punta Gorda, Florida, offices, Dr. Manuelidis focuses on the evaluation, early detection, and treatment of skin cancer. He is particularly interested in melanoma, atypical moles, and the correlation between clinical and pathological diagnoses. 

Dr. Manuelidis earned his undergraduate degree at Princeton University in Princeton, New Jersey. He then attended Yale School of Medicine in New Haven, Connecticut, to complete his medical degree and residency. 

He completed specialized dermatopathology fellowship training at the Medical University of South Carolina in Charleston, South Carolina.

Dr. Manuelidis is certified by the American Board of Dermatology (ABD) and the American Board of Pathology (ABPath). 

He is also a member of the American Academy of Dermatology (AAD), the American Society of Dermatopathology (ASDP), the American Society for Dermatologic Surgery (ASDS), the Dermatology Foundation (DF), and the Florida Society of Dermatology and Dermatologic Surgery.

He is also a past president of the Florida Society of Dermatology and Dermatologic Surgery and was honored with a distinguished service award for his contributions. 

While his job is his passion, Dr. Manuelidis is also passionate about spending time with his wife and children. Some favorite hobbies include boating, fishing, and traveling when he has the time. 

Patients appreciate Dr. Manuelidis for his honest evaluations, caring approach, and commitment to listening and answering questions. 

Dr. Manuelidis is currently seeing patients at Associates in Dermatology. Call the nearest office or click online booking to make an appointment now.

Dr. Benbenisty was born and raised in Atlanta, Georgia. After graduating cum laude from the University of Georgia, he earned his medical degree from the Medical College of Georgia in Augusta in 2000. He served a combined medical/surgical internship at Atlanta Medical Center and then spent a year as a research fellow in the Immunodermatology Lab at Duke University. Dr. Benbenisty completed his residency in Dermatology at the Medical University of South Carolina, Charleston in 2005.

Dr. Benbenisty has been with Associates In Dermatology since 2005. His professional interests include cutaneous oncology, immunobullous dermatoses and dermatologic surgery.

He is Board Certified by the American Board of Dermatology and is a member of the American Academy of Dermatology, the American Society of Dermatologic Surgery, the Dermatology Foundation, the Florida Society of Dermatology and Dermatologic Surgery and the Lee County Medical Society. He is published in numerous dermatologic journals and has authored several book chapters on skin disease. He has served past appointments on the American Academy of Dermatology's Residents/Fellows Committee for the Southeast and the AAD Sports Committee. Dr. Benbenisty is recognized as a Castle Connolly Top Doctor and is listed by Gulfshore Life Magazine as one of the area's top Dermatologists.

Dr. Benbenisty enjoys hiking, biking, youth sports, playing guitar, traveling and spending time with his wife and three boys.

Medical Education

• The University of Georgia, B.S. Zoology
• Medical College of Georgia, M.D.
• Atlanta Medical Center, Medical/Surgical Internship
• Duke University, Immunodermatology Research Fellowship
• Medical University of South Carolina, Dermatology Residency

Cameron Wales, MD, FCAP, is a specialist in dermatopathology as well as anatomic and clinical pathology. He holds board certifications in all three disciplines and is dedicated to providing the absolute best care for his patients.

At the practice’s offices in Fort Myers, Cape Coral, and Punta Gorda, Florida, Dr. Wales provides the highest quality diagnostic services when patients need answers about their skin growths. His special interests include melanocytic lesions, the correlation between tissue reaction patterns and clinical diagnoses, and the role of molecular diagnostics in dermatopathology.

Dr. Wales is a South Florida native. He earned his bachelor’s degree from the University of California, Santa Cruz in biomolecular engineering graduating summa cum laude. Following graduation, he spent a year as a research assistant in the bioengineering department at Stanford University. He then went on to complete his medical degree at the University of Central Florida College of Medicine, followed by a residency in anatomic and clinical pathology at the University of California, San Diego.

Dr. Wales completed his fellowship in dermatopathology at the University of California, Los Angeles.

He is certified by the American Board of Pathologists (ABPath) and the American Board of Dermatology (ABD) and is a fellow of the College of American Pathologists (CAP). He is also a member of the American Society of Dermatopathology (ASDP) and the International Society of Dermatopathology (ISDP).

Dr. Wales has authored multiple peer-reviewed articles and has presented research findings at top professional meetings.

He’s known for his caring demeanor and empathetic approach to patient care. 

In his free time Dr. Wales enjoys spending time with his wife and son, reading, swimming, hiking, and fishing.

 

Medical Education

• University of California, Santa Cruz, B.S. Biomolecular Engineering
• University of Central Florida College of Medicine, M.D.
• University of California, San Diego, Pathology Residency
• University of California, Los Angeles, Dermatopathology Fellowship

Stanley Schwartz MD, FAAD is a renowned board-certified dermatologist who has been with Associates in Dermatology since 1987. Dr. Schwartz sees patients in our Fort Myers and Cape Coral offices.

After earning his undergraduate degree in molecular biology and bio chemistry at the University of Colorado in Boulder, Colorado, Dr. Schwartz went on to earn his medical degree at Albany Medical College in Albany, New York, where he graduated with honors. He completed his internship at Montefiore Hospital and Medical Center in the Bronx New York.

Dr. Schwartz did his residency at the University of Miami department of dermatology and dermatologic surgery in Miami, FL. While there he served as chief dermatology resident at  both Jackson Memorial Hospital and Miami Veterans Hospital.

He is certified  by the American Board of  Dermatology and is a fellow of the American Academy of Dermatology.
He is an active member of the Florida Society of Dermatology and Dermatologic Surgery.

Dr. Schwartz enjoys seeing patients of all ages and takes care of a wide range of dermatologic conditions.

His special areas of professional interest include the early diagnosis and treatment of melanoma and non-melanoma skin cancer.  He routinely uses dermoscopy while examining patients. He is well known as a procedural dermatologist and for helping patients get the best surgical outcomes possible.

He is also an expert on dangerous marine organisms.

Patients praise Dr. Schwartz‘s compassionate, empathetic, and individualized approach to their care. They appreciate that he takes the time to explain conditions and treatment options in a clear manner.

In his free time Dr. Schwartz enjoys fishing, painting, photography, exploring the outdoors and spending time with his family.

To set up an appointment with Dr. Schwartz at Associates in Dermatology use online scheduling or call the nearest office now.