Meet Our Providers

Nicole Russini, M.D., a board-certified dermatologist, was born and raised in Sarasota, Florida and is incredibly excited to work in her hometown! She attended the University of Florida for her undergraduate education and earned her bachelor’s degree in Applied Physiology and Kinesiology in 2016. She then continued her career as a gator, earning her medical doctorate at the University of Florida College of Medicine in 2020. She completed her intern year at Brandon Regional Hospital USF/GME program in 2021. After the completion of her intern year, she went on to complete 3 years of Dermatology Residency with Advanced Dermatology and Cosmetic Surgery/KCU GME consortium in Orlando, FL.

She is thrilled to serve as a Dermatologist for the Sarasota community! Her passion for Dermatology began at a young age due to her strong family history of melanoma, which is why she believes skin checks are incredibly important! She loves the variability that dermatology offers from treating all ages to being able to perform surgery, cosmetic procedures, and general dermatology!

Dr. Bogart graduated with highest honors from the University of Florida College of Medicine in 2002. She completed her Internal Medicine internship in Norfolk, VA, followed by a dermatology residency at the University of Virginia, where she served as Chief Resident. She then completed a highly competitive Mohs surgery, laser, and cosmetic dermatology fellowship at SkinCare Physicians in Boston, training under nationally and internationally recognized dermatologic surgeons.

Dr. Bogart is double board certified in Dermatology and Mohs Micrographic Surgery and is a Fellow of the American College of Mohs Surgeons. She is a Diplomate of the American Board of Dermatology and an active member of leading professional organizations, including the American Academy of Dermatology and the American Society for Dermatologic Surgery. She has consistently been named one of Sarasota’s Top Doctors by Castle Connolly and Sarasota Magazine. As a fellowship-trained Mohs surgeon, Dr. Bogart specializes in the treatment of skin cancer, including basal cell carcinoma, squamous cell carcinoma, and melanoma. She is highly experienced in skin cancer removal and advanced cosmetic reconstruction, including skin grafts and flaps.

Dr. Cathy Milam has practiced dermatology in Sarasota, Florida since 1989. She has consistently been named one of Sarasota’s Top Doctors by Castle Connolly and Sarasota Magazine for the last 20 years. Over the past 30 years, Dr. Milam has developed a reputation for providing consistently excellent and compassionate dermatologic care. She excels in the management and diagnosis of skin cancer and skin disease.

Dr. Milam graduated from the University of Florida in 1980 after completing her bachelor of science degree. She graduated from the University of South Florida College of Medicine in 1983. After completing her internship in Internal Medicine at the University of South Florida affiliated hospitals, she then completed her Dermatology residency at USF in 1988. She was initially a full-time faculty member in Dermatology at the College of Medicine; after moving to Sarasota and starting her full-time practice, she remained as an adjunct faculty member for several years.

Dr. Milam is married to Michael Milam, MD. He is an infectious disease specialist who practices with Infectious Disease Associates here in Sarasota. She is the mother of three children, Emily, Allison, and Kimberly.

Dr. Bracciano is one of the few dermatologists nationwide to be dual Board Certified in Dermatology and Otolaryngology/Head and Neck Surgery/Facial Plastic Surgery. In order to achieve his level of expertise Dr. Bracciano spent 9 years in postdoctoral training following 4 years of medical school, all completed in his home state of Michigan. He also spent 10 years in private practice in Michigan. During this time he served as Chief of Staff at Huron Medical Center, and was active as a Clinical Professor of Surgery at Michigan State University.

Dr. Bracciano is a member of multiple medical societies including the American Academy of Dermatology, American Society of Dermatologic Surgery, American Academy of Otolaryngology Head and Neck Surgery, Florida Medical Society, Sarasota County Medical Society, and their corresponding Osteopathic societies. He is a member of the medical staff at Sarasota Memorial Hospital, Manatee Memorial Hospital, and Lakewood Ranch Medical Center.

Robert P. Finkelstein, D.O., is a licensed physician with board certification in dermatology as well as family medicine. After graduating from the Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine in 1990, he spent a year at a rotating internship at the University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey School of Osteopathic Medicine.

Upon completing his training in family medicine and dermatology, he worked in private practice in the Philadelphia area as both a clinical dermatologist and associate clinical professor at UMDNJ. In 2002, Dr. Robert Finkelstein relocated to Florida where he spent two years in practice with Advanced Dermatology and Cosmetic Surgery Group, servicing areas from Tampa to Sarasota. He then started the Center for Skin Wellness, in Sarasota, where he continues today.

Dr. Finkelstein enjoys teaching as well as practicing general and cosmetic dermatology. He maintains an avid interest in medical technology and medical informatics and incorporates these into his practice, streamlining his office and patient care with the use of cutting edge technologies. In addition, Dr. Finkelstein’s osteopathic background and training provide you with a well-rounded, holistic approach to patient care.

Dr. John Mavropoulos, M.D., M.P.H., Ph.D., (affectionately called Dr. Mav or Dr. John by his patients) is a board-certified Dermatologist and a fellowship-trained Mohs micrographic surgeon and member of the American College of Mohs Surgery. Dr. Mav earned a Bachelors of Science degree in Chemistry at the University of Chicago and then completed his M.D. and Ph.D. degrees at Duke University while simultaneously obtaining a Master’s in Public Health (M.P.H.) degree in Nutrition and Epidemiology at the University of North Carolina in Chapel Hill.

Following medical school, Dr. Mav completed his residency in Dermatology at John Hopkins Medical Center in Baltimore, Maryland and then expanded his training with an intensive one-year, Mohs micrographic surgery/Procedural Dermatology fellowship at Virginia Commonwealth University. During his medical training, Dr. Mav published numerous scientific articles and studies in peer-reviewed scientific and medical journals and continues to have a strong interest in clinical research. During his free time, Dr. Mav enjoys working, running, biking, weight-lifting, cooking, eating, teaching, reading, traveling, and spending time with friends and family.

Dr. Kate Gerber is a board-certified dermatologist with advanced training in complex medical dermatology, Mohs micrographic surgery, and cosmetic dermatology. She completed her dermatology residency at the University of South Florida, where she also fulfilled her internship in Internal Medicine. Dr. Gerber earned her Doctor of Medicine degree from the Florida State University College of Medicine and received her Bachelor of Science in Exercise Physiology from the University of Florida.

She has trained at Moffitt Cancer Center, gaining extensive experience in the management and treatment of complex skin cancers. Dr. Gerber is board certified in Mohs Micrographic Dermatologic Surgery and is an Affiliate Member of the American Society for Mohs Surgery. She is dedicated to providing comprehensive, patient-centered care with expertise spanning medical, surgical, and cosmetic dermatology.

Dr. Lopez grew up in Sarasota, Florida and attended Florida State University where he earned degrees in Chemistry and Biochemistry (both summa cum laude) with minors in Mathematics and Biology. He was elected to Phi Beta Kappa and had the opportunity to study abroad in Valencia, Spain. He attended the Morsani College of Medicine at the University of South Florida where he served as class co-president all four years and was awarded admission into the prestigious Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Medical Society.

He completed a scholarly concentration in research and received numerous awards including the Carol M. Petrucelli MD Outstanding Student in Dermatology Award, the Luther McEachern Memorial Award, admission to the Arnold P. Gold Humanism in Medicine Honor Society, the Stephen K. Klasko Dean’s Award for Leadership, the American Medical Association Foundation Scholars Fund Award and the Research Day Outstanding Poster Award.

Dr. Joshua Brady is passionate about medical dermatology, surgical dermatology, complex skin disorders, hair loss, cosmetics, skin cancer prevention and treatment. He has a deep commitment to dermatology and patient care, and is welcoming new adult, adolescent, and pediatric patients.

Dr. Brady grew up in upstate New York, where he attended Syracuse University, earning degrees in both Biology and Forensic Science with a minor in Psychology. He went on to earn his medical degree from Wayne State University School of Medicine in Michigan, where he graduated with distinction and was awarded admission into the prestigious Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Medical Society. He completed an internship at the University of Central Florida in Orlando prior to a Dermatology residency at the University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center, where he served as chief resident during his final year.

While completing his education, Dr. Brady authored several scholarly publications and has years of research experience. He has presented at several national meetings, including the American Academy of Dermatology. 

Dr. Nayyar graduated magna cum laude from Temple University with a degree in Psychology and Neuroscience and subsequently attended SUNY Downstate Medical School. During medical school, Dr. Nayyar was accepted into the highly competitive Clinical Research Training program at the world-renowned National Institute of Health. Only 40 students across the country are selected for this prestigious program each year. Dr. Nayyar’s ability to diagnose and treat skin cancer is unparalleled because of the cutting-edge research she conducted.

Dr. Nayyar went on to complete a surgical internship and dermatology residency at SUNY Downstate Medical Center. Her decision to complete an internship in surgery demonstrates a love and commitment to surgery, and a high level of proficiency and comfort with the procedures she performs.

Following residency, Dr. Nayyar was chosen to join what is arguably the top procedural dermatology fellowship in North America at Mt. Sinai Beth Israel Health System in New York City. There she trained in all aspects of procedural dermatology, with a focus on Mohs Micrographic Surgery, hair transplantation and cosmetic surgery. Dr. Nayyar is one of the only dermatologists in the country to have this extensive training, which is why she has become a respected expert in the fields of dermatologic surgery, hair transplantation and cosmetic procedures.

Dr. Tang is well regarded in the Clearwater/St. Petersburg/Tampa communities for his quality care and patient-focused outcomes. His passions in dermatology include skin cancer treatment, complex medical dermatology, and cosmetic dermatology. He enjoys seeing both pediatric and adult patients. Additionally, he is very active in dermatological research and participates in both medical and consumer clinical trials, frequently serving as the Principal Investigator.

He has been published in numerous peer-reviewed journals and is a member of the American Academy of Dermatology. In his spare time, you can find Dr. Tang enjoying time with his family, especially chasing after his twin toddler boys, and spoiling his miniature Dapple Dachshund. His passions include travel (having been to over 40 countries), playing the piano, learning languages (French, Spanish, Mandarin), and gardening.

She went on to complete her Dermatology Residency at the University of South Florida, where she developed a strong connection to the Tampa Bay area. After practicing in Massachusetts, Dr. Honigbaum decided to return to Tampa Bay to continue her dermatologic career and be closer to her family.

Dr. Honigbaum specializes in medical and surgical dermatology and has been published in peer-reviewed journals and presented at national dermatology meetings. In 2022, she was named in Newsweek’s “America’s Best Medical Dermatologists.”  She is excited to join Dr. Nayyar and the team at DermaClinique, where she looks forward to providing compassionate, high-quality dermatologic care to the community.

Dr. Chelsea Duggan is a board-certified dermatologist who enjoys practicing both general and cosmetic dermatology. Dr. Duggan completed her undergraduate and medical school degrees at Michigan State University (GO GREEN!). She went on to complete her residency through Beaumont Hospital and the Michigan State University College of Osteopathic Medicine.

An accomplished professional, Dr. Duggan has served as a clinical assistant professor at Michigan State University and is an active member of several national medical societies, including the American Academy of Dermatology, the American Osteopathic College of Dermatology, the American Osteopathic Association, and the Michigan Osteopathic Association.

Passionate about continuity of care, she treats her patients as if they were her own family members and loves providing comprehensive dermatological care to patients of all ages. Understanding that patients have many choices when selecting a dermatologist, she is honored to offer top-quality care to those who choose her and the Seaside Dermatology team.

Dr. Jeffrey R. Hunek is a northeast Ohio native. He attended John Carroll University, where he graduated early and with honors, earning a bachelors degree in biology. He went on to receive his medical degree from The Medical College of Ohio at Toledo, where he earned multiple awards for his academic achievements, graduating near the top of his class. There, he was inducted into the Alpha Omega Alpha medical honor society in his junior year.

Dr. Hunek completed his internship in internal medicine at MetroHealth Medical Center in Cleveland, Ohio, and his residency training at the renowned Henry Ford Health System Department of Dermatology in Detroit, Michigan, also serving as chief resident. Upon completion of residency training, Dr. Hunek relocated with his wife and family to Florida’s west coast where he practiced dermatology in Charlotte County for ten years. He has practiced medical and surgical dermatology in Venice since 2015. Dr. Hunek has been recognized multiple times as the “best of” Venice.

Dr. Hunek provides comprehensive dermatology care for adolescents and adults. While specializing in skin cancer detection and treatment, Dr. Hunek also has an interest in medical dermatology, including psoriasis, eczema, acne, rosacea, skin infections, and autoimmune diseases. He utilizes dermoscopy when evaluating all patients to provide the most thorough evaluation. Dr. Hunek is board certified by the American Board of Dermatology, and is a fellow of the American Academy of Dermatology. He is also a member of the Florida Society of Dermatology and Dermatologic Surgery and the National Psoriasis Foundation.

Dr. Joseph F. Greco is a nationally recognized leader in dermatology and Mohs micrographic surgery. He is the Medical Director for Greco Dermatology in Sarasota, Florida. Greco Dermatology offers specialized skin cancer and lesion clinics dedicated to the surveillance, diagnosis and treatment of skin cancer, lesions, and non-healing growths as well as Mohs micrographic surgery, regenerative dermatology, and hair restoration.

Dr. Greco is a double board certified, fellowship trained dermatologist and Mohs surgeon. He completed his fellowship training in Mohs micrographic surgery, cutaneous oncology and laser surgery at The David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA and is board certified by the American Academy of Dermatology in both Dermatology and Micrographic Dermatologic Surgery.

Dr. Caradonna completed her dermatology residency at the University of North Carolina Hill from 2000 to 2003, following an internship in Internal Medicine at the University of Florida College of Medicine from 1999 to 2000. She earned her Doctor of Medicine degree with Honors from the University of Florida College of Medicine in 1999. Prior to medical school, she graduated from the University of Florida with highest honors, earning dual Bachelor of Science degrees in Neurobiological Sciences and Psychology.

Dr. Caradonna is an active member of several leading professional organizations, including the American Academy of Dermatology, the Women’s Dermatologic Society, the American Society for Dermatologic Surgeons, the American Society for Laser Medicine and Surgery, the Florida Medical Association, and the Sarasota Medical Society. She practices comprehensive dermatology, providing expert care in adult and pediatric dermatology, dermatologic surgery, and cosmetic dermatology

Dr. Larabee earned her undergraduate degree from West Virginia University (1989–1993) and remained at WVU to complete research training from 1993 to 1994 before receiving her medical degree from the West Virginia University School of Medicine in 1998. She completed her internship at Charleston Area Medical Center (1998–1999), followed by a dermatology residency at the University of North Carolina (1999–2002).

After practicing at Crumay Parnes & Associates Dermatology from 2002 to 2005, she completed a fellowship in Procedural Dermatology at Geisinger Medical Center (2005–2006). Since 2006, she has been practicing at Sarasota Skin and Cancer Center, Inc. Dr. Larabee is certified by the American Board of Dermatology, the American College of Mohs Surgery, and the ACGME in Procedural Dermatology, and has successfully completed the USMLE examinations.

Dr. Templet earned her Doctor of Medicine degree from the University of Kansas School of Medicine in Kansas City, Kansas. She also holds a Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Washburn University in Topeka, Kansas, and a Bachelor of Science in Zoology from the University of Florida in Gainesville, Florida.

She completed her post-graduate medical training at Hahnemann University Hospital/Drexel University College of Medicine in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, where she served as Chief Resident in Dermatology after completing her residency and internship in Internal Medicine. Dr. Templet is a member of the prestigious Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Medical Society and has received numerous honors, including the George E. & Blanche Sterling Scholarship, the R.M. Gouldner Medical Scholarship, and the Alice Jensen Award for Professional Excellence. She is licensed by the State of Florida Department of Health and is a Board-Certified Fellow of the American Academy of Dermatology.