Cardiologist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Chiropractor providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Dentist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Dermatologist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Family Physician providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
OB-GYN providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Ophthalmologist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Orthopedic Surgeon providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Pediatrician providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Physical Therapist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Podiatrist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Psychiatrist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Christal DiMarco, PA-C is a board-certified Physician Assistant who joined Associates in Dermatology in 2019. As a Florida native she chose to attend Florida State University for her Associates degree and went on to Florida Gulf Coast University to major in Biology and minor in Chemistry. She attended Nova Southeastern University for her Master of Medical Science and became a board-certified Physician Assistant in 2010.
Christal has been working in Cape Coral, Florida as a Physician Assistant, specializing in dermatology for the last 13 years. She enjoys performing full skin evaluations as well as treating acne and warts. She is experienced in the diagnosis and treatment of skin cancer, rashes, autoimmune disorders and other dermatologic conditions. She encourages patients to use sun protective methods while enjoying Florida’s beautiful outdoors.
Christal DiMarco PA-C is now accepting new patients at Associates in Dermatology under the direct supervision of Keith Benbenisty, MD and Scott Crater, MD. Christal sees adults and pediatric patients for most all dermatologic conditions.
Education
Master of Medical Science from Nova Southeastern University
Bachelor of Arts Liberal Studies-Biology from Florida Gulf Coast University
Minor of Chemistry from Florida Gulf Coast University
Professional Affiliations
Florida State Physician Assistant License
NCCPA Board-Certified Physician Assistant
Florida Society of Dermatology Physician Assistants
Stina McKenna, PA-C is a board-certified Physician Assistant who joined Associates in Dermatology in 2017. She earned her Bachelor of Science in behavioral neuroscience and minor in marine biology from Northeastern University in Boston, MA and then completed her Master of Medical Science degree at Tufts University School of Medicine in Boston, MA, where she graduated with summa cum laude academic standing.
Stina continued her training by working with several board-certified dermatologists and Mohs surgeons in the Greater Boston area to hone her skills to execute a variety of dermatologic surgical procedures. Stina was also awarded Diplomate Fellowship status with the Society of Dermatology Physician Assistants (SDPA) – representing the highest level of training for a Dermatology PA.
Stina takes pride in conducting thorough skin examinations utilizing dermoscopy. She believes in taking the time necessary to educate her patients on their diagnoses and address all their questions and concerns. Stina emphasizes the importance of sun protection and formulates healthy skin care regimens for each of her patients.
Stina McKenna, PA-C is accepting new patients at Associates in Dermatology at the Fort Myers, Cape Coral, and Punta Gorda offices. She works closely and in collaboration with Dr. Shari Skinner, MD and Dr. Laertes Manuelidis, MD to ensure her patients receive the highest quality of care. She sees adult and pediatric patients for all conditions of the hair, skin, and nails.
Education
Master of Medical Science (summa cum laude) - Tufts University School of Medicine, Boston, MA
Bachelor of Science in Behavioral Neuroscience (magnum cum laude) - Northeastern University, Boston, MA
Professional Affiliations
Society of Dermatology Physician Assistants (SDPA), Diplomate Fellow
Florida Society of Dermatology Physician Assistants (FSDPA), Fellow
American Academy of Physician Assistants (AAPA), Fellow
George is a board-certified physician assistant, specializing in dermatology since 2017. Originally from New England, he graduated from Stonehill College with a Bachelor of Science in Neuroscience. He subsequently spent several years working as a dermatology medical assistant prior to obtaining his Master of Science in Physician Assistant Studies from MCPHS University. He continued to strengthen his education by completing one of the only dermatology fellowship programs available for physician assistants.
George conducts his skin exams utilizing dermoscopy. He enjoys educating patients and strives to provide the best experience possible for each visit. His dermatologic interests include surgical excisions, as well as the management of skin cancers, acne, and various dermatoses.
George enjoys tennis, traveling, skiing, and spending time with his wife and dogs.
Education
Master of Physician Assistant Studies - Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences, Worcester, MA
Bachelor of Science in Neuroscience - Stonehill College, North Easton, MA
Professional Certifications and Licensures
Florida State Physician Assistant License
NCCPA Board-Certified Physician Assistant
Professional Affiliations
Society of Dermatology Physician Assistants
Florida Society of Dermatology Physician Assistants
Dr. Nelson is board certified in Family Medicine and Osteopathic Manipulative Treatment (OMT) by the the American Osteopathic Association upon the recommendation of the American Osteopathic Board of Family Physicians. He completed his medical degree at Lincoln Memorial University DeBusk College of Osteopathic Medicine in Harrogate, TN. After medical school, Dr. Nelson completed his residency training in Family Medicine at Largo Medical Center, Largo, FL.
Before joining APC Health, Dr. Nelson served in the United States Air Force as Staff Family Physician and is now a proud Veteran of the United States Armed Forces in good standing.
Dr. Nelson is unique in that he is compassionate about primary care medicine and provides highly personalized care for his patients to improve their quality of life. Dr. Nelson is readily available for your comprehensive healthcare needs at our Brandon office location.
Dr. Nelson is board certified in Family Medicine and Osteopathic Manipulative Treatment (OMT) by the the American Osteopathic Association upon the recommendation of the American Osteopathic Board of Family Physicians. He completed his medical degree at Lincoln Memorial University DeBusk College of Osteopathic Medicine in Harrogate, TN. After medical school, Dr. Nelson completed his residency training in Family Medicine at Largo Medical Center, Largo, FL.
Before joining APC Health, Dr. Nelson served in the United States Air Force as Staff Family Physician and is now a proud Veteran of the United States Armed Forces in good standing.
Dr. Nelson is unique in that he is compassionate about primary care medicine and provides highly personalized care for his patients to improve their quality of life. Dr. Nelson is readily available for your comprehensive healthcare needs at our Brandon office location.
Dr. Nelson is board certified in Family Medicine and Osteopathic Manipulative Treatment (OMT) by the the American Osteopathic Association upon the recommendation of the American Osteopathic Board of Family Physicians. He completed his medical degree at Lincoln Memorial University DeBusk College of Osteopathic Medicine in Harrogate, TN. After medical school, Dr. Nelson completed his residency training in Family Medicine at Largo Medical Center, Largo, FL.
Before joining APC Health, Dr. Nelson served in the United States Air Force as Staff Family Physician and is now a proud Veteran of the United States Armed Forces in good standing.
Dr. Nelson is unique in that he is compassionate about primary care medicine and provides highly personalized care for his patients to improve their quality of life. Dr. Nelson is readily available for your comprehensive healthcare needs at our Brandon office location.
Dr. Nelson is board certified in Family Medicine and Osteopathic Manipulative Treatment (OMT) by the the American Osteopathic Association upon the recommendation of the American Osteopathic Board of Family Physicians. He completed his medical degree at Lincoln Memorial University DeBusk College of Osteopathic Medicine in Harrogate, TN. After medical school, Dr. Nelson completed his residency training in Family Medicine at Largo Medical Center, Largo, FL.
Before joining APC Health, Dr. Nelson served in the United States Air Force as Staff Family Physician and is now a proud Veteran of the United States Armed Forces in good standing.
Dr. Nelson is unique in that he is compassionate about primary care medicine and provides highly personalized care for his patients to improve their quality of life. Dr. Nelson is readily available for your comprehensive healthcare needs at our Brandon office location.
Lourdes T. Santiago, MD, is a board-certified general surgeon and fellowship-trained colorectal surgeon at Colon and Rectal Clinic of Tampa Bay in Clearwater, Florida. Dr. Santiago specializes in the treatment of colon and rectal cancers, as well as pelvic floor disorders.
After graduating with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing at the University of Puerto Rico in San Juan, Puerto Rico, and serving as a major in the United States Army, Dr. Santiago relocated to Tampa Bay, Florida, earning her Bachelor of Arts in Interdisciplinary Science and Chemistry at the University of South Florida.
Dr. Santiago returned to Puerto Rico, graduating with her Doctor of Medicine from the Ponce School of Medicine. She completed her general surgery residency and colon and rectal surgery fellowship training at the University of South Florida.
She is a member of the American Society of Colon and Rectal Surgeons (ASCRS), the American College of Surgeons (ACS), and the Florida Society of Colon and Rectal Surgeons (FLSCRS).
Dr. Santiago has an affiliation with many area hospitals, including St. Petersburg General Hospital in St. Petersburg, Morton Plant Hospital in Clearwater, Largo Medical Center in Largo, and Belleair Surgery Center in Largo.
An advocate for education, Dr. Santiago gives regular presentations in English and Spanish about colon and rectal cancer throughout the Tampa Bay area.
In her free time, Dr. Santiago enjoys giving back to the community she serves. In addition to her lectures and presentations, she volunteers at the Health Department, provides care at local free medical clinics, and participates in local toy drives during the holidays.
Dr. Nelson is board certified in Family Medicine and Osteopathic Manipulative Treatment (OMT) by the the American Osteopathic Association upon the recommendation of the American Osteopathic Board of Family Physicians. He completed his medical degree at Lincoln Memorial University DeBusk College of Osteopathic Medicine in Harrogate, TN. After medical school, Dr. Nelson completed his residency training in Family Medicine at Largo Medical Center, Largo, FL.
Before joining APC Health, Dr. Nelson served in the United States Air Force as Staff Family Physician and is now a proud Veteran of the United States Armed Forces in good standing.
Dr. Nelson is unique in that he is compassionate about primary care medicine and provides highly personalized care for his patients to improve their quality of life. Dr. Nelson is readily available for your comprehensive healthcare needs at our Brandon office location.
“Estoy feliz porque la Doctora Yanet me trasmite mucha confianza; es una “Profesional” en todo el sentido de la palabra y la atención con mi salud siempre ha sido muy eficiente y clara; en general ella y su equipo de trabajo para mí, es el mejor; la verdad merecen un 10/10 *****”
Yanet Perez Parra, ARNP
Family Physician
6821 W Hillsborough Ave
Suite 10-11
Tampa, FL 33634
Dr. Nelson is board certified in Family Medicine and Osteopathic Manipulative Treatment (OMT) by the the American Osteopathic Association upon the recommendation of the American Osteopathic Board of Family Physicians. He completed his medical degree at Lincoln Memorial University DeBusk College of Osteopathic Medicine in Harrogate, TN. After medical school, Dr. Nelson completed his residency training in Family Medicine at Largo Medical Center, Largo, FL.
Before joining APC Health, Dr. Nelson served in the United States Air Force as Staff Family Physician and is now a proud Veteran of the United States Armed Forces in good standing.
Dr. Nelson is unique in that he is compassionate about primary care medicine and provides highly personalized care for his patients to improve their quality of life. Dr. Nelson is readily available for your comprehensive healthcare needs at our Brandon office location.
