Healthy Life 2025

MIND-BODY RITUALS, FOOD FOR MOOD AND FORTITUDE +A NEW ERA IN HEART CARE

LIVING WELL IN PARADISE

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Pursuing our mission of longer, happier, and healthier lives through a relentless commitment to quality care.

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IN EVERY ISSUE

12 From the Editors

168 House Call

DISCOVERIES

15 The Latest in Wellness Skincare and fitness debuts, aquaponic farming—and a new spin on pickleball

LIVING WELL

38 Fitness: Gulfshore Life’s power trainers

The most in-demand trainers, as recommended by our advisory board

46 Health: Visionary care

A bold new chapter for cardiovascular care in Southwest Florida

54 Sporting Life: Tennis, reimagined

Training at Naples’ new Mouratoglou Tennis Center

60 Beauty: Meditative spas

Four treatments blending calm, care and sensory reset

66 Lifestyle: Grounded principles

The Chomps founder’s family lives with purpose, balance and longevity in mind

72 Style: Court couture

Local boutiques serve up style on and off the court

80 Athletes: Bonita Springs’ equestrian duo

A mother-daughter team takes the reins in elite dressage

SOURCEBOOK

91 Top Doctors 2025 Castle Connolly’s vetted list of trusted health professionals

135 Top Dentists 2025 topDentists’ best local dental professionals

EATING WELL

152 Root & Rise:

Healing foods

Nutrition for better sleep, mood and immunity

162 Dining: Fresh eats

Serving up clean, satisfying meals—no compromises

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THE DEEPEST WELL

Most wellness principles aren’t new: movement, whole foods, rest, connection. These ideas are everywhere—but that doesn’t mean that they’re easy to absorb or apply.

Still, there’s power in hearing them again—explained with more clarity, grounded in new research or told through a different lens that makes it click. Understanding why something works, how it fits into daily life and when to skip what doesn’t serve you makes action feel more doable, less overwhelming.

That’s the spirit behind this issue. It’s not about chasing the latest trend or starting from scratch but about tuning in. We explore how our daily food can strengthen our mood, sleep and immunity. We highlight local restaurants that deliver clean,

feel-good meals when the stakes for what’s on your plate are high. We look at the rhythms and routines—like indoor pickleball or a well-timed skincare treatment—that help people feel stronger, clearer and more at ease. And we check in with the Naples family behind the megasnack brand Chomps to see how they live the health-forward values they built their brand around. Across these stories, one thing is clear: wellness isn’t one-sizefits-all. A practice can be intuitive or intense, luxurious or practical, physical or emotional. Often, it starts with simple questions: How do I want to feel?

And how can I help others feel supported, too?

Here are a few places to start.

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DISCOVERIES

The latest wellness finds—from the latest skincare treatment to the next wave of pickleball in the region to a sustainability-minded farm for Southwest

Floridians.

Cool Intentions

The most advanced cryofacial has landed on the Gulf—offering refined, results-driven treatments that calm, tone and brighten with immediate effects.

Forget harsh nitrogen blasts and DIY ice rollers—today’s cryofacials are sleek, strategic and rooted in skin science. In February, Advanced Aesthetic Solutions (aasmedspa.com) became the first in Southwest Florida to offer Glacial Rx—the only FDA-cleared treatment to use cold therapy to target inflammation, a trigger for pigmentation, redness, rosacea, breakouts and oxidative aging.

The treatment—which has three modes—can be used alone or layered with compatible treatments for enhanced effects. A chilled wand glides across the skin to reduce redness, calm irritation and subtly tighten. The effect is a dewy glow that lasts for days—ideal before a gala or to expedite recovery after a peel or more invasive procedure. For hyperpigmentation concerns like sun spots, acne scars and some cases of melasma, Freeze mode goes deeper, using therapeutic cold to break down melanocytes, the cells responsible for discoloration. As the

dead skin sloughs off, a clearer, more even complexion emerges. With proper aftercare and sun protection, new skin comes in healthy and balanced. “If you have rosacea—especially the acne-like kind—or those big, red blood vessels on your face as a man, it does amazing to calm that down,” says Cyndie Witthuhn, founder of Advanced Aesthetic Solutions. “Your skin feels nice and tight—and it looks glassy and glossy for days.”

Glacial Fx, a spa-grade version, debuted in 2023 and is now offered at Karlee Lauren Aesthetics (karleelaurenaesthetics. com) and Mes Amies Medical Spa (mesamiesmedspa.com) in Fort Myers, with Naples’ Woodhouse Spa (woodhousespas.com) set to launch the treatment this summer. It delivers the same chill-and-glow—minus the pigment-freezing power.

Amid our subtropical heat and nonstop gala season, these therapies deliver the perfect solution: a refreshing chill and event-ready radiance in a single appointment.

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Skin Deep

One of Naples’ most in-demand skin specialists expands her beauty universe with a new 2,000-square-foot studio and a luxurious body line.

Ask any glowing, Louis Vuitton-toting insider in Naples about her skincare secret, and she’ll likely point to Erica Current of The Skin Room. The sought-after aesthetician expanded her world with a standalone spa, a growing team and a retail launch: Body by The Skin Room, a four-piece collection of oils, scrubs and creams crafted with hydrating and tightening ingredients.

Erica, who earned her bachelor’s degree before training in advanced clinical skincare, launched her solo practice five years ago to bridge the cosmetic and

corrective. She now treats everything from stubborn acne to deep-set aging. The new North Naples space takes her from one suite to four treatment rooms, with two additional aestheticians joining to manage her four-month waitlist.

Built around Erica’s long-form, resultsdriven philosophy, the expansion allows The Skin Room to maintain the time, depth and precision that set her practice apart. Each treatment is customized to a client’s needs and often involves a strategic combination of modalities, ranging from microneedling to red-light

ALL AGLOW

Three more raising the bar

Von & Co Medical Aesthetics Studio

Opened near Coastland Center in Naples, the design-forward studio demystifies aesthetics, with concierge-like service for everything, from microneedling to Halo Laser and PRP hair restoration—plus, seven-day access and diagnostic-backed personalization. vonandcoaesthetics.com

Azul Cosmetic Surgery and Med Spa

With its sixth location, Azul brings two decades of expertise to Naples’ Park Shore neighborhood. Founded by facial plastic surgeon Dr. Patrick Flaharty, the practice blends surgical precision with spa-like care under one roof. azulbeauty.com

VIO Med Spa Fort Myers

The national brand’s first regional location leverages its deep ties to offer tons of no- and low-downtime services, like Pixel8 RF (microneedling with radiofrequency) and wellness-boosting NAD+ injections at attractive price points with membership options. viomedspa.com

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Locally, our network of expert physicians includes:

Dr. Fadi Abu Shahin Gynecologic Oncologist

Dr. Justin T. Casey Otolaryngologist

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Dr. Kristina Mirabeau-Beale Radiation Oncologist

Dr. Howard N. Barrow Otolaryngologist

Dr. Kelly Elleson Breast Surgeon

Dr. Scott Larson Head & Neck Oncologic Surgeon

Dr. John R. Neiner Otolaryngologist

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Dr. Samith Sandadi Gynecologic Oncologist

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Dr. Jacob J. Benedict Otolaryngologist

Dr. Edward C. Grendys Gynecologic Oncologist

Dr. Kendrick McArthur General Surgeon

Dr. Brian N. Schwartz Urologist

Dr. Barry F. Blitz Urologist

Dr. Steven A. Harrison Urologist

Dr. Daniel J. McKenna Otolaryngologist

Dr. Donata Vaiciunaite General Surgeon

Dr. Scott Caesar Urologist

Dr. Robert W. Kopp Otolaryngologist

Dr. Keith L. Miller Radiation Oncologist

Dr. Miriam C. Zolfoghary General Surgeon

The Skin Room’s new space includes three treatment rooms and two new providers to ease founder Erica Current’s four-month waitlist.

therapy and laser treatments to serums she blends on the spot. “It’s never about doing more for the sake of it, it’s about doing the right combination to target specific concerns to enhance outcomes,” Erica says.

While facials remain her signature— including the cult-favorite Skin Room Glow with CO2Lift Pro, a medical-grade mask that floods the skin with oxygen and moisture—she recently added her first body treatment. “The body is so

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tough to treat,” she says, adding that she was methodical in selecting a device.

She landed on Sofwave, a noninvasive, ultrasound-powered treatment that’s said to stimulate collagen and subtly lift brow, neck and jawline areas. It’s also FDA-cleared to reduce the appearance of cellulite on the thighs and glutes. Now, with extra hands on deck, she’s offering the treatment to clients eager for a skin-first approach to the whole body. theskinroom.com

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Tucked into a residential Fort Myers neighborhood, the Bartleys’ EFC Farms runs on aquaponics systems, designed by David. The result: pesticide-free growing and 90% less water use than traditional farming— plus goats, bees and chickens.

Water World

In Fort Myers, Alise and David Bartley are using aquaponics and storm-safe design to rethink how we farm, eat and build for the future.

When Alise and David Bartley took over their South Fort Myers farm locale in 2021, it began as a quiet experiment in sustainable agriculture—an effort to grow differently in a region where high irrigation needs strain the environment. Lessons born of harvests and hurricane setbacks shifted their vision, transforming their personal foray into a center for community engagement and education. Four years later, EFC Farms’ 10 acres are coming into full bloom, with fresh eggs and local honey already for sale by appointment and produce available this fall. The couple—staunch supporters of educational and mental health initiatives, including donating $2 million for the creation of Florida Gulf Coast University’s Community Counseling & Education

Center—anchored their practice on aquaponics, a closed-loop system where water circulates from tanks of tilapia to rows of leafy greens. The fish’s ammoniarich waste provides natural fertilizer for the plants, which in turn filter and clean the water. The system uses 90% less water than traditional farming and eliminates the need for pesticides—all while yielding five lettuce varieties year-round. Other veggies, like vine-ripe tomatoes, spring up out of hydroponic setups. Mango trees bear summer fruit, and banana trees produce all year. The couple work the land themselves, with EFC’s goats aiding in composting, bees producing wildflower honey and free-range chickens laying eggs sold to local restaurants like Rebecca’s in Naples.

The storm-resilient Bartley Education Center doubles as a post-hurricane refuge, with a raised structure and generator that powers showers, laundry and a commercial kitchen after outages.

Community anchors it all. In March, the farm debuted the Bartley Education Center (BEC), a sleek, storm-hardened facility that acts as a 178-person venue for weddings and events—and as a refuge after storms. “We want people to have a place where they can come in from the heat, take a shower, do a load of laundry, maybe get a meal,” Alise says. The elevated structure is stocked with a commercial kitchen and robust generator, originally designated for the Punta Gorda Airport.

Year-round, locals can frequent BEC for workshops and tours focused on sustainable agriculture. For Alise, the joy is in helping people connect—maybe for the first time—with where their food comes from. efcfarms.com

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Dr. Edward Humbert is one of the country’s leading and most experienced joint-replacement surgeons. He specializes in knee and hip replacement, and is board certified through the AOBOS. He has been ranked as the No. 1 volume surgeon in Florida for hip and knee replacement, according to the Florida Agency for Healthcare Administration (AHCA). Increased surgical volume has been proven to improve patient outcomes and reduce complication rates in total joint replacement. He has dedicated his practice to providing a safe, top-quality hip and knee replacement. Dr. Humbert specializes in all the latest minimally invasive techniques, custom joint replacement, partial knee replacement and procedures.

Dr. Humbert obtained a degree in mechanical engineering from the University of Florida and a master’s in biomedical engineering from the University of Akron. After medical school and orthopedic residency at Ohio University, he completed a fellowship in total joint replacement. When it comes to hip and knee replacement, Dr. Humbert truly is “The Best Surgeon in the Joint.”

Congratulations to our Top Doctors!

Alan Brown, M.D. Radiation Oncologist

Arie Dosoretz, M.D. Radiation Oncologist

Graciela Garton, M.D. Radiation Oncologist

James Rubenstein, M.D. Radiation Oncologist

Advocate Radiation Oncology proudly congratulates four of its top doctors for being named Castle Connolly’s 2025 Top Doctors! We thank them for their dedication and service as outstanding radiation oncologists. As South Florida’s local partner in the fight against cancer, Advocate Radiation Oncology brings world-class radiation treatment closer to home. Our team of board-certified radiation oncologists has decades of experience and is dedicated to working with each patient to develop a compassionate, personalized treatment plan. AT ADVOCATE RADIATION ONCOLOGY, WE PUT OUR PATIENTS FIRST.

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Garden Party

Fort Myers’ new high tea experience exalts the local flora and fauna.

A classic English tradition gets a Gulf Coast refresh with Tropical Tea Time at Jane’s Fruit Farm. Set on a five-acre homestead near Gateway, the reservation-only high tea launches this summer with a focus on fresh-picked fruit and the restorative effects of gathering and nature. The two-hour experience unfolds amid a canopy of mango and banana trees.

Guests cross a bridge to reach an island pavilion, where they sip and savor amid a small lake and a landscape teeming with soursop, avocado and mango (their specialty) trees. “Other places get crowded, but here, the focus is on you,” says co-owner Jane Farrer, who developed the farm-to-table service with her husband, Kevin, inspired by decades of global teahouse visits.

The menu follows a three-tiered format, with subtropical adaptations: banana cake, mango mousse and scones are made with fruit grown steps away. Teas range from classic brews like Earl Grey to fruit-forward, decaffeinated options from Chicago-based Tiesta Tea.

Jane leads the kitchen; Kevin, guides the experience. Held on the second Thursday of the month, Tropical Tea Time welcomes groups of two or four with reservations handled on a firstcome, first-served basis. janesfruitfarm.com

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Open Greens

Golden Gate’s new golf course is designed for locals, built for impact and rooted in the next generation.

Targeted for a spring 2026 opening, The Gate Golf Club brings community-centric development to the former Golden Gate Golf Course, with discounted rates for Collier County residents and a home for youth-development nonprofit First Tee—Naples/Collier.

Located at Golden Gate Parkway and Collier Boulevard, the county-owned nonprofit venture—operated through Arthrex and featuring a campus and public restaurant by MHK Architecture—balances local access with competitive golf standards. Plans call for a par-35, 9-hole course by pro golfers Peter Jacobsen and Jim Hardy, along with a hightech, 30-bay driving range and an 18-hole putting green.

Beyond the fairways, the club will serve as the new home of First Tee. Young players can access a space to tea off that runs parallel to the main fairways, where they can learn the game and foster life skills in a setting designed for mentorship. With its local-first focus, The Gate presents golf as a civic pursuit, built for the long game. thegategolf.org

Congratulations to Our Top Doctors!

Precision Healthcare Specialists proudly congratulates 10 of our physicians for being named Castle Connolly’s 2025 Top Doctors! We thank them for their dedication and commitment to delivering exceptional specialty care. At Precision Healthcare Specialists, our mission is to connect every patient with the expert they deserve, making access to high-quality, compassionate specialty care both comfortable and efficient. Precisely Focused on Your Health Let us

LAURA CHANG KIT, MD Urologist

WILLIAM FIGLESTHALER, MD, FACS

PAULOS YOHANNES, MD Urologist

DAVID ORNSTEIN, MD Urologist

ALEJANDRO MIRANDASOUSA, MD Urologist

VALERIE DYKE, MD Colorectal Surgeon

JEFFREY NEALE, MD Colorectal Surgeon

NAGESH RAVIPATI, MD Colorectal Surgeon

NATALIA SPINELLI, MD Breast Surgical Oncologist

JUSTIN WARNER, MD, FACS General Surgeon

Court Advantage

Local pickleball culture levels up with a wave of top-tier indoor facilities designed for year-round play.

Our pickleball obsession finds its climate-controlled destiny, as 2025 brings an indoor revolution: precision surfaces, temperature-regulated rallies and the liberation of year-round play.

Locales like BeachBoyz Pickleball Center and DNA Pickleball in Fort Myers laid the foundation for this year’s groundswell, which kicked off with the January opening of Oasis Indoor Pickleball (oasis.now.site) at Lely Resort’s Naples Pong. Founders Karen and Pat McAllister added an indoor pickleball court to their table tennis hub as more players turned to ping-pong to sharpen reflexes and kitchen-line control. No membership needed.

Tony national outfits are primed for big debuts. Ace Pickleball Club (acepickleballclub.com) plans to bring its open-play model to Fort Myers and Naples this fall. Long hours (most Ace gyms run from 6 a.m. to 10 p.m.), 12 walk-on courts and matches for all skill

levels mean no reservations or group text headaches.

Performance-centric The Picklr (thepicklr.com) hits Naples’ Golden Gate neighborhood later this year as the region’s largest indoor facility, with nearly 37,000 square feet and 15 courts (a Lee County locale is in the pipeline).

Membership perks include access to ball machines, clinics and seamless reciprocity across 86 clubs—ideal for snowbirds and frequent flyers.

Another to watch: The Royal Pickle (theroyalpickle.com). This club (complete with IV drips, cold plunges, steam and sauna amenities, and full-on food and drink) is still hunting for its Naples home. But it could be the area’s most over-the-top pickle playground yet. With more facilities and community centers investing in indoor play for all levels, the pickleball boom is gaining ground—now free from sunburns, sudden showers and bug bites.

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Ascending Interests

Fort Myers elevates the Southwest Florida climbing scene, with a new rock gym-meets-brewery set to open this fall.

Indoor climbing, once the domain of mountaineers and thrill-seekers, now attracts locals looking to build strength, flexibility and focus beyond the repetitive cadence of treadmills and weight machines. This fall, Fort Myers gets a next-level entry point into the sport with the debut of Central Rock Gym, a national brand that turns the niche practice into a community centerpiece. At the heart of the nearly 25,000-square-foot facility, just off Six Mile Cypress Parkway, stand 45-foot-tall lead and top-rope walls (13 feet taller than anything else in the region) and an expansive bouldering zone. Savvy wellness-seekers find a fitness center, space for yoga and pilates, and sauna- and cold plunge-equipped locker rooms for post-climb recovery. A side-by-side partnership with New York’s Resurgence Brewing Co. adds a Blue Zones-worthy pairing: movement followed by the restorative act of good conversation over a craft bevvy (alcoholic or not).

For those new to climbing, beginner-friendly routes, self-paced exploration and a progression-based coaching program transform what can be an intimidating sport into an accessible pursuit, where well-being comes with the satisfaction of always reaching a little higher. centralrockgym.com

GenesisCare

At GenesisCare, we’re proud to recognize our physicians who have been named Castle Connolly Top Doctors for 2025— a prestigious honor that highlights their dedication, skill, and compassionate care. These outstanding doctors are not only leaders in their field, but also deeply committed to supporting our patients every step of the way. We’re grateful for the expertise and heart they bring to their work each day, providing high-quality cancer and multispecialty care—close to home. Congratulations to our Top Doctors, and thank you for making a difference in the lives of our patients and their families. This is a better world of care. This is GenesisCare.

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PILLARS OF STRENGTH

WHEN YOUR CALENDAR IS PACKED WITH NONPROFIT BOARD MEETINGS, CLIENT CALLS AND GALA RSVPS, THERE’S NO ROOM FOR GUESSWORK IN THE GYM. THESE ARE THE TRAINERS GULFSHORE LIFE ’S POWER PLAYERS TRUST TO DELIVER RESULTS.

For our Community Advisory Board members—leaders who juggle demanding careers, philanthropic commitments and social engagements—physical wellbeing isn’t optional. Workouts provide the foundation that sustains their demanding lives, giving them the energy to show up fully for the causes they champion and the stamina to stay sharp long-term. When every minute counts, the right personal trainer becomes a secret weapon. These are the fitness pros our advisors trust to deliver results.

The Trainer Who Pushes Business Mogul Adria Starkey

Working out at Pure Skill Fitness offers a 50-minute reset for Adria Starkey. “It’s like my little haven,” she says. The Naples studio, which offers both group and private training, uses AI-powered Technogym equipment to track performance in real-time. Group classes follow a circuit-style format—mixing strength, cardio, mobility and endurance drills—while private sessions use the same framework, tailored to the individual.

For Adria, the draw is trainer Jovan Milovanovic. “He knows who I am and works with me from that perspective,” she says of the NASM-certified trainer and corrective exercise specialist.

As president of FineMark Bank Collier County and a trustee for the Naples Children & Education Foundation (NCEF), Adria is wired to push herself—an asset in business, but risky in the gym. “I was notorious for getting hurt,” she says. With Jovan’s help, she broke the cycle. He prioritized posture and mobility before layering in heavy weights, adjusting intensity based on her cues. A typical session includes a five-minute warm-up, weight training, cardio bursts and stretching—but every day varies. If Adria shows signs of strain or fatigue, Jovan eases off. If she’s breezing through, he raises the bar.

With his guidance, she’s seeing the lasting results she used to chase. Now, she’s training smarter, not harder—and feels stronger for it. —Annamarie Simoldoni

FineMark Bank of Collier County president Adria Starkey frequents Pure Skill Fitness in Naples, where trainers like Sergei Fedotov (left) and Jovan Milovanovic lead the 50-minute, circuitstyle classes. “It’s like my little haven,” she says.

Gulfshore Life advisory board president Denise Cobb swears by the 30-minute HIIT sessions with P-Fit owner Zachary Weidemeyer (left) in Naples. “It’s not just a workout—it’s a community,” she says.

The Trainer Who Keeps Designer Dwayne Bergmann Sharp A force in Southwest Florida’s interior design scene, Fort Myers’ Dwayne Bergmann is always on the go. To keep up the pace, our board member trains like an athlete, waking up at 5:30 a.m. to meet with Josh Vogelbach, owner and certified personal trainer at Fort Myers’ 2 The Top. “When you go to 2 The Top, you’re there to work out and get it done,” Dwayne says.

When he hits the jersey-lined gym, the designer has two goals: increase longevity and feel strong day-to-day. Josh’s functional fitness-focused approach delivers. A former college football player, the coach blends foundational conditioning drills, like squats, lunges and box jumps—exercises made for bodies in motion—with a balanced push-pull approach that allows alternating muscle groups to recover between sets. The result is an effective and sustainable combination of strength and cardio training that gets results without burning him out. “The workouts are focused on building strength rather than bodybuilding,” Dwayne says. Thanks to the smart, athletic pacing and emphasis on real-world strength work, the entrepreneur’s morning grind keeps him sharp long after the session ends. —A.S.

The Trainer Who Won Over Our Board President Gulfshore Life advisory board president Denise Cobb had never been inclined toward exercise. She changed her tune after 30 minutes with Zachary Weidemeyer, owner of North Naples’

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At these gyms, progress is personal—but no one does it alone. Trainers and fellow trainees help push past limits, even on the toughest days. Each workout is adjusted in real-time during both private and small-group sessions.

P-Fit, part of the Fort Myers-based Platinum Fitness family, founded by Aaron Nash. An NCEF trustee, Denise had dabbled in fitness classes around town, but nothing stuck until she stepped into her first HIIT (high-intensity interval training) class at P-Fit and was hooked by Zachary’s infectious energy.

The industrial-style gym, tucked off Old 41 in a lofty warehouse, hosts 30-minute HIIT classes every 45 minutes, starting as early as 5 a.m. Sessions are small, fast-paced and constantly varied, incorporating moves like squat-to-press combinations, resistance sprints, push sleds and core-stability drills. “It’s like he’s in your head, pushing you just the right amount,” Denise says of her go-to trainer, who walks the room offering real-time cues and personalized modifications, so no one falls behind.

She also loves the community feel. Zachary knows everyone by name—from the teen athlete to the 80-something retiree. “It’s not just a workout—it’s a community,” Denise, a former CNN news anchor, says. “By the end of each session, we’re all clapping and shouting ‘FAMILY!’” —Emma Witmer

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Iron DNA Fitness’ Seth Hayes (left) brings a multidisciplinary edge, with certifications in sports performance, functional strength and mind-body coaching.

The Trainer Who Helped Carly Schwartzel Level Up

Between serving on nonprofit committees, raising two kids and being married to Gulfshore Life president Jim Schwartzel, Carly keeps a packed schedule. For her, fitness is about efficiency and momentum. She trains three days a week at Fort Myers’ Iron DNA Fitness with in-demand trainer Seth Hayes. Her coach brings a multidisciplinary approach, with certifications in sports performance, functional strength and mind-body coaching. “He maximizes your time and is completely focused on you,” Carly says. Each hour-long session at the sleek, 19,000-square-foot facility starts with a 10-minute warm-up, followed by a mix of fundamentals (squatting, lunging, running) and strength-building exercises, using tools like a weighted bamboo bench press bar to challenge balance and stability. Training with Seth is less about complicated regimens or flashy equipment and more about building strength with precision; sessions are tailored to how a client moves that day. His prescription proves effective. In December, Carly was doing chest presses with 10-pound weights. By March, she’d jumped to 25s in each hand. “I know I’m going to get a good workout in [with him],” she says. —Addison Pezoldt

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CHANGING THE PULSE

LEE HEALTH’S CARDIAC REINVENTION PRIORITIZES PRECISION, PREVENTION AND A NEW KIND OF ACCESS—FOR PATIENTS YOUNG, OLD AND OFTEN OVERLOOKED.

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“The number one cause of death for cancer survivors is heart disease—that’s something we can often prevent,” —Dr. Xiangkun (Kevin) Cao, the region’s first and only cardio-oncologist, says.

Heart disease remains the leading cause of death in the United States—and in Southwest Florida, the Lee Health Heart Institute (LHHI) is rethinking how it’s treated. Over the past year, the healthcare system has recruited 18 new cardiologists, launched programs in cardio-oncology and maternal heart health and broken ground on an estimated $500 million medical campus.

At the center of the health system’s expansion is an ambitious and urgent vision: manage heart disease earlier, treat it more precisely and keep patients, even those even with complex conditions, close to home.

After transitioning from a public to a private nonprofit in late 2024, Lee Health gained the ability to reinvest revenue directly into what the community needs most. Along with oncology and musculoskeletal care, cardiovascular care rose to the top—especially in underrepresented fields like cardio-oncology, cardio-obstetrics and advanced heart failure.

Lee Health’s chief medical officer, Dr. Ian Gonsenhauser, says the initiative aims to harness rapidly evolving diagnostic and therapeutic technologies to address two core concerns in Southwest Florida: an aging population with complex, chronic heart conditions and a rising number of people under 40 developing serious cardiac issues.

The institution’s efforts are already earning national attention. In 2025, Lee Health’s HealthPark Medical Center was named one of the nation’s top 50 cardiovascular programs—for the third consecutive year. They also received the Million Hearts award for their preventative care and access efforts—getting resources into underserved communities, like the more than 750 mothers reached for hypertension support.

The strongest proof of progress is in the physicians shaping what comes next. In the past year, Lee Health has added a cardio-obstetrician, Dr. Kelly Costopoulos-Bass, to integrate heart care into every stage of pregnancy and postpartum months. Imaging specialists Dr. Shant Manoushagian and Dr. Juan Gaztanaga joined from NYU Langone Health, and this summer brings a new chief physician executive, Dr. Daniel O’Hair, a leader in robotic-assisted mitral valve repair. Together, they’re part of a growing roster redefining heart care on the Gulf Coast. Meet four of the standout minds driving the transformation.

Dr. Xiangkun (Kevin) Cao: Protecting Hearts in Cancer Care

Two decades ago, cardio-oncology was barely a recognized specialty. Today, it’s one of Lee Health’s fastest-growing programs—and the only one of its kind in the region, led by Dr. Xiangkun (Kevin) Cao’s vision.

Cao—a proud Gator who graduated from the University of Florida College of Medicine—treats patients at the intersection of two high-risk conditions: heart disease and cancer. His role is to prevent cardiac damage from chemotherapy, radiation and immunotherapy—working in tandem with oncologists to adjust treatment plans and preserve long-term heart health.

“The number one cause of death for cancer survivors is heart disease,” he says. “That’s something we can often prevent—if we catch it early.”

His team uses tools like cardiac MRI and strain imaging to detect cardiotoxic effects before symptoms begin. Some of his patients require cross-hospital coordination, leading to his collaboration with other hospital systems across the country and beyond. “We’ve had patients fly in from Latin America, the Caribbean or New York without any follow-up in place after cancer treatment,” he says. “In many countries, there’s no infrastructure for cardiac monitoring during oncology care. We take over where others left off.”

That commitment extends beyond diagnostics. Cao’s team follows up after hours, schedules same-day visits and makes sure no question goes unanswered. “This is the kind of program I wish had existed when members of my own family were going through cancer,” he says. “We built it to close the gaps.”

This fall, Dr. Katherine Lietz leads the launch of Southwest Florida’s first Advanced Heart Failure Clinic, bringing coordinated diagnostics and therapies under one roof.

Dr. Katherine Lietz:

Transforming Advanced Heart Failure Care

One of the most prevalent yet misunderstood conditions in cardiology is heart failure. For patients, it often means years of fragmented care: ER visits, a revolving cast of specialists and medications. Dr. Katherine Lietz arrived at Lee Health to change that.

The Advanced Heart Failure Program launched with Lietz’s arrival in 2024—through it, she debuts the region’s first Advance Heart Failure Clinic in 2026 at HealthPark Medical Center. Today, locals with complex diagnoses, like cardiac amyloidosis, postpartum cardiomyopathy or sarcoidosis, must travel to Miami or Tampa for specialized care. The new facility brings diagnostics, medications, left ventricular assist devices (LVAD) coordination and advanced therapies under one roof—offering a continuum of care that rarely exists outside major metropolitan hospitals.

With three decades of experience in clinical practice and research, Lietz offers the rare blend of scientific rigor, organizational leadership and clinical insight needed to build a program of this scale. The Polish-born doctor trained at Columbia University and the University of Minnesota and has been published in the American Heart Association’s scientific journal Circulation and The New England Journal of Medicine

Most notably, she co-developed the Lietz-Miller Risk Score—a tool now used nationwide to identify candidates for LVADs, mechanical pumps that support patients with advanced heart failure. Her contributions were cited in the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services’ decision to approve reimbursement for LVAD therapy in 2009—a pivotal shift in national care standards.

Since then, Lietz has helped establish artificial heart programs at major institutions and chaired the first international guidelines for selecting patients for heart pump implantation. Most recently, she played a key role in clinical trials supporting the HeartMate 3, now the most widely used LVAD in the U.S.

At Lee Health, Lietz is focused on translating her expertise into long-term, relationship-driven care. When the center opens later this year, it will offer consistent, connected care to patients facing the most demanding cardiac diagnoses. “I accompany my patients on their journey with heart failure throughout their lifetime,” Lietz says.

Dr. Juan Lopez-Mattei:

Reading the Heart in High-Resolution

Cardiac imaging is often treated as a diagnostic checkpoint; for Dr. Juan Lopez-Mattei, it’s the foundation of preventative cardiac care. “Imaging isn’t just about what we see,” he says. “It’s about what that image is telling us—about where a patient’s heart has been, and where it might be going.”

Since joining Lee Health in 2022, Lopez-Mattei has served as medical director of cardiac imaging, overseeing a department that supports nearly every branch of the Heart Institute—from structural interventions to cardio-oncology. With tools like high-resolution cardiac CT, MRI and echocardiography, his team can detect disease before symptoms appear. AI-powered platforms like Cleerly and EchoGo help identify plaque buildup in asymptomatic patients, early-stage valve disease and subtle signs of heart failure that traditional testing might miss.

Before coming to Southwest Florida, Lopez-Mattei spent nearly a decade at the MD Anderson Cancer Center in Houston, where he helped define national best practices in cardio-oncology and advanced cardiovascular imaging at one of the nation’s top oncology institutions. Today, he continues shaping the field on a global scale through leadership roles with the American College of Cardiology and Inteleos, the global nonprofit that certifies doctors in advanced imaging techniques.

At Lee Health, that mission extends beyond hospital walls. Lopez-Mattei has worked with other LHHI teams on regional outreach efforts to increase early detection, from mobile screening units in underserved communities to calcium scoring initiatives for Lee Health employees to detect early coronary artery disease. It’s all connected: better images, earlier answers and smarter care.

After nearly a decade at the renowned MD Anderson Cancer Center, Dr. Juan Lopez-Mattei now leads cardiac imaging at Lee Health, using high-resolution tools and AI to detect heart disease earlier and guide smarter, system-wide care.

“The best procedures are often the ones we choose not to perform,” says Dr. Nabeel Memon, who joined the Heart Institute in February 2025 as medical director of the Structural Heart Program.

Dr. Nabeel Memon:

Intervening with Precision and Restraint

At the Shipley Cardiothoracic Center—Lee Health’s hub for heart surgery—patients with severe valve disorders or other structural abnormalities affecting the heart’s walls, chambers or blood flow often arrive with nowhere else to go. Some have been turned away from other institutions, deemed too old or too high-risk for standard procedures. Some come with complications from surgeries performed elsewhere.

But in Dr. Nabeel Memon, they find a specialist unafraid of complexity. One of the center’s newest recruits, Memon arrived from Chicago in February 2025 to lead Shipley’s Structural Heart Program. His team performs minimally invasive procedures that once required open-heart surgery: transcatheter aortic valve replacement (TAVR), MitraClip for mitral valve

repair and implantation of the WATCHMAN device, which helps prevent strokes in patients with atrial fibrillation. These catheter-based interventions are done through small incisions, often allowing patients to return home the same day.

Memon’s style is measured, intentional—guided by his philosophy of ‘precision restraint.’ “The best procedures are often the ones we choose not to perform,” he says.

Backed by advanced imaging and AI-powered diagnostics, he and his team review cases collaboratively— balancing risk, necessity and long-term outcomes. The result is fewer complications, shorter recoveries and care that prioritizes quality of life—doing what’s necessary, not simply what’s possible.

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COURTING EXCELLENCE

THE GRAND SLAM–SHAPING MOURATOGLOU METHOD ARRIVED IN NAPLES LAST SUMMER. WE SENT A TENNIS COMEBACK KID TO SEE HOW THE PERFORMANCE-DRIVEN PROGRAM RACKS UP.

For decades, local tennis culture has thrived at private clubs, where the game is often more about social connection than technical refinement. The arrival of the Mouratoglou Tennis Center last August at The Ritz-Carlton Naples, Tiburón, marked a shift in the landscape—from club-level camaraderie to international-caliber instruction. Founded by Patrick Mouratoglou, who coached Grand Slam champions Naomi Osaka and Serena Williams, the center introduces Southwest Florida to the coach’s proven, tour-level principles, previously only accessible at his Côte d’Azur flagship academy and other international outposts.

Unlike most traditional training, the Mouratoglou Method emphasizes strengths over weaknesses. From the outset, coaches identify what already works in a player’s game and build from there. A solid forehand becomes

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a weapon to build points around in the now, while a weaker backhand is retooled over time. Confidence is earned not just from perfecting form but from making strong decisions under pressure.

Having grown up playing tennis, I’ve seen coaching styles that run the gamut, from strict technical drills to more fluid, strategy-based instruction. As I step onto the Mouratoglou courts, I wonder: Can this strategic, strengths-focused program help

a player like me, decades removed from real competition, rediscover my game?

The steady voice beside me belongs to Claudio Adolfssen, the Naples center’s Chilean-born head coach. Before bringing the Mouratoglou Method to Naples, Claudio played at Belhaven University in Mississippi, coached at Georgia Gwinnett College (a 35-time national champion), and spent years developing competitive amateurs and rising juniors. “Tennis is

“Confidence is everything in this sport,” Claudio Adolfssen says. The Chilean coach leads the program at The RitzCarlton Naples, Tiburón’s Mouratoglou Tennis Center, which emphasizes building on players’ natural strengths.

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The new Naples location marks the Southwest Florida debut of the Mouratoglou Tennis Center, founded by star trainer Patrick Mouratoglou—best known for training Serena Williams and Naomi Osaka. On the court, coach Claudio blends strategic drills, real-time match play and conditioning to sharpen stamina and decision-making.

a game of patterns and angles,” Claudio says, watching as I reset for the next shot. “Working on [your] strengths is key in order to improve confidence.”

To help players build stamina and sharpen decision-making, coaches may guide them through active drills that emphasize footwork, court awareness and situational shot-making. “While strong form is foundational, tennis confidence is often built through successful decision-making and adapting to match pressures,” Claudio says. “This includes anticipating plays, reacting quickly and selecting the right responses in the heat of the moment.”

Like other respected local academies, Mouratoglou offers programs geared toward junior development, but it stands for its work with ambitious adult players who want world-champion training, tailored to their current game.

One of the brand’s first satellite centers in the country, the Naples locale heralds Mouratoglou’s deeper U.S. expansion. Full-scale academies in Tampa and Atlanta, as well as resort-based centers, are in the pipeline.

As we finish the lesson, Claudio nods in approval. “You’re starting to see it,” he says. “It’s about playing with intention.” At Naples’ newest tennis destination, progress isn’t about reinvention—it’s about rediscovery, tapping into your natural abilities and leveraging your experience as the foundation for what comes next. And, what’s more empowering than that?

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PRESCRIBED CALM

FROM BREATHWORK TO SOUND BATHS, LOCAL SPAS ARE PAIRING MINDFULNESS RITUALS WITH TRADITIONAL TREATMENTS TO PROMOTE DEEPER HEALING AND RELAXATION.

Luxury spas are shifting their focus from surface-level results to deeper, whole-body restoration. Increasingly, treatments incorporate mindfulness techniques like breathwork, sound therapy and guided visualization to help reset the nervous system and quiet the mind. The integration of mental and physical care is well-documented: When the body is at ease and the mind is still, circulation improves, inflammation subsides and muscles become more receptive, enhancing visible results and emotional impact. Southwest Florida spa menus reflect the holistic approach, offering immersive experiences designed for inner and outer transformation.

Living Well — Beauty — By, Annamarie Simoldoni

The JW Marriott Marco Island Beach Resort’s (above) Doctor Babor Wellness Facial begins with guided breathing and meditation. Farther north, The Ritz-Carlton, Naples channels the ease of its Gulfside setting with visualization and massage.

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Clinical Skincare Meets Stillness

A few deep, rhythmic inhales of select essential oils mark the start of the 100-minute Doctor Babor Wellness Facial at the Spa by JW at JW Marriott Marco Island Beach Resort. The aesthetician begins with a guided breathing sequence and short meditation, helping you mentally shift out of daily demands and into a state of stillness. “Wellness is as much about mental clarity as it is about physical rejuvenation,” spa director Eric Lopez says. The sense of calm sets the stage: When the nervous system slows, circulation improves and the skin becomes more permeable, better absorbing the clinical-grade Babor formulas used to cleanse, exfoliate and nourish.

Twenty-five minutes are dedicated to the often-overlooked back. Choreographed strokes along the shoulders and neck boost circulation and cue the body to fully relax, setting the stage for the facial treatment and sculpting sequence. Using a cryo gua sha tool, the aesthetician combines cooling therapy with precise, upward strokes to reduce inflammation and encourage lymphatic drainage, leaving the face visibly lifted and refreshed. Post-treatment, you can stretch the experience with full access to the spa’s 24,000 square feet of amenities, including relaxation lounges, saunas and an adults-only pool for uninterrupted calm.

An Ayurvedic-Rooted Massage

In this unassuming retreat, near Pine Ridge Road and U.S. 41, the deep vibration of singing bowls from India set the tone. “People come from the [outside] world full of thoughts,” says co-owner Almudena Laborda. “The vibration of the bowls helps take [you] inward, to the present moment.”

The spa’s East-meets-West approach incorporates ancient Ayurvedic techniques. The Himalayan Kansa Massage uses warm sesame oil and mixed metal kansa bowls to stimulate marma points—energy centers in Ayurvedic practice, believed to promote circulation and detoxification. Almudena says the natural flow of the massage as it moves from the back to the rest of the body and up to the head carries energy upward, promoting mental clarity. Almudena suggests layering on an Indian Head Massage, which uses tension-soothing herbs to relieve chronically tight shoulders, necks and temples. The session ends with a light touch to the forehead, a technique rooted in Ayurvedic teachings that associates the spot with the ‘third eye’ chakra—a symbolic center of clarity and intuition.

A Nervous System Reset from Soles to Scalp

Luxury meets tranquility at The Ritz-Carlton, Naples’ recently renovated, 51,000-square-foot spa. The Mindful Massage combines guided visualization, diaphragmatic breathing and therapeutic touch to bring the body and spirit into harmony. Each session starts with a full-body scan and deep diaphragmatic breathing to ease you into a parasympathetic, rest-and-repair state. A truly head-to-toe treatment, the session incorporates reflexology, focusing on pressure points believed to correspond with different systems in the body, offering relief from muscle tightness, fatigue and emotional strain. The full-body massage then works into tight and tired muscles, while a targeted scalp massage ends the treatment, with a warm, rose quartz crystal used to stimulate cranial blood flow. While the spa isn’t open to the public, locals can indulge in the meditative experience by booking a staycation or joining the hotel’s spa membership.

Fragrance-Led Relief

The Spa at Sanibel Harbour’s Aroma Fusion Wellness Journey draws on the power of aromatherapy. Choose from four essential oil blends—lavender, jasmine, eucalyptus or orange—each paired with a corresponding massage experience. Calming lavender accompanies a detoxifying ritual that promotes deep relaxation. Jasmine evokes tropical serenity; eucalyptus is paired with a sculpting massage; and bright orange energizes the body through an invigorating, awakening touch. “Guests are guided through the experience with fragrance,” says spa director Delainey McPhee. Unlike most massages, where quiet is key, this 80-minute experience invites soft engagement to keep stressful thoughts at bay. The therapist keeps you grounded in the present through gentle cues and sensory guidance meant to relax and focus your mind. Before the massage, you’ll go through a few rounds of guided breathing to absorb the aroma and 30 minutes of body polishing to prep the skin. Massage techniques are then customized to each oil’s intention, ranging from lymphatic drainage to hot stone relaxation. A final round of lotion in the same scent seals in moisture and enhances the sensorial experience.

Marco Island’s JW Marriott has thoughtfully designed lounges and water features that invite guests to linger. The restful amenities—part of the spa’s 24,000-square-foot space—are as much a part of the wellness journey as the treatments themselves.

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ROUTINE MAIN

The Naples family behind one of the country’s breakout healthy snack start-ups walks the talk—building a life around clean eating, intentional living and raising strong, curious kids.

BY EMMA WITMER

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11 a.m., and Pete Maldonado is running behind.

Easter week brought a house full of guests, heavy holiday food and, to top it off, three sick kids under the age of 9. It was chaos.

“He just finished up his morning workout, so he should be out in just a minute,” Pete’s wife, Stephanie, says while picking up a few toys scattered around their bright, high-ceilinged Naples home. She knocked out her gym time hours ago while he wrangled the kids. Most days, the couple’s mornings run like clockwork—balancing workouts and school drop-offs for their three young children. That’s how the couple resets after a stressful stretch: not with a Netflix binge, but by falling back on the structure they’ve spent years building. “I need to go work out and be physical [to be able to focus],” Pete says, emerging from the shower. “I feel best when I’m on my routine.”

Pete is a co-founder of one of the country’s fastest-growing food brands: Chomps, a grass-fed, high-protein jerky that’s dominated social media nearly as much as store shelves over the last few years. After record growth in 2023 and 2024, the start-up fanatic stepped down as CEO, eager for a new challenge. He’s still involved as chairman, but is more focused on investing in and advising other health-focused food startups; Stephanie acts as his unofficial business consultant, helping filter the

frenzy—offering clarity, perspective and the occasional reality check. Their mantra: Put good in, get good out.

Both grew up in the intense, performative fitness culture of the ’90s—Pete as a wrestler, Stephanie as a gymnast. They pushed their bodies hard, but not always smartly. As adults, they sought a better model. Pete became a personal trainer in The Hamptons, helping clients break the type of unsustainable wellness habits he once practiced.

The couple has tested their share of wellness solutions along the way—from tracking macros (weighing the proteins, fats and carbs in every meal) to optimize energy to daily cold plunges. And, while Pete still loosely tracks his macros, and the pair plunges about three times a week, as a family, they’ve settled into something more sustainable: a routine built around consistency, clean eating and plenty of movement.

To keep the couple and kids (ages 2, 5, and 8) properly fueled, Stephanie chefs up whole-foods-focused meals and keeps the pantries stocked with protein-packed brownie bites, low-sugar SmartSweets and ‘sour candy’ grapes, which supply a fix for sweet-toothed littles.

From morning workouts to clean eating, former Chomps CEO Pete Maldonado and his family live with intention. “Put good in, get good out” has become their shared philosophy—and the foundation of their routine.

Pete and his wife, Stephanie, model everyday wellness through consistency—wearable trackers, whole foods and recovery routines—giving their kids a strong start in lifelong health.

Where possible, they automate the basics, making it easier to eat clean, breathe easy and sleep well. Pete wears a WHOOP fitness tracker at all times, and their home is set up like a set-andforget-it biohacking solution. Advanced water and air filtration systems eliminate environmental toxins, combatting daycare germs and upping their helpful mineral intake. Meanwhile, an Eight Sleep mattress uses AI to self-modulate the couple’s temperature, promoting deeper rest. It’s biohacking, yes—but practical. “I got the Eight Sleep a few months ago,” Pete says, tapping his wristband. “Now, WHOOP’s like, ‘Whatever you’re doing, keep doing it.’”

Juggling investor calls, work trips, a healthy lifestyle and three kids is no small order. The couple has learned to rely on one another to stay on the path, or give the other the space to rest and recuperate. “I always tell my team [at Chomps], ‘Do not ever schedule a breakfast meeting for me,’” Pete says, chuckling. Morning workouts and nutrient-balanced breakfasts are non-negotiable. But the couple also knows when to ease up. Stephanie, once strict about weighing every ingredient, now trusts her instincts. “I’m not about to backtrack and tell you how much butter I used in the chicken,” she says, laughing. Dad’s also not opposed to the occasional family trip to Häagen-Dazs.

Likewise, routine doesn’t stop them from getting out and staying active as a family. School breaks and weekends bring lobstering in the Florida Keys and wakeboarding on the Gulf behind their Chomps-branded boat—an extension of Stephanie’s Southwest Florida upbringing. New York native Pete brings a love of winter sports to the family, making slope-sliding adventures a staple on the family’s annual calendar.

Ultimately, the high-energy parents are building a wellrounded life so their kids grow up strong, confident and kind, while keeping themselves healthy and present along the way. “Both of us want to be physically fit and able to keep up with them for as long as we can,” Stephanie says. “Just keep moving, that’s the goal.”

Pickleball is Southwest Florida’s favorite sport. Now, local shops and designers are turning it into a full-on style statement. From bold paddles to breezy sets, everything you need to look sharp on the court is here at home.

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Styled by Erica Thebaud Hair and Makeup by Duality Artistry

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Bonita Springs-based NikkiB Sportswear’s Color block Floppy Collar Top and Skort double up for a free-moving serve with ALTMR Naples’ TRIDENTE paddle. A Naples-favorite Turk & Turk scarf makes for a stylish match-up. Right: Model Leah comes prepared with a Pickleball Sling Bag from Paddle & Palm Pickleball . Previous: Built for transitional wear, The Everything Dress from Paddle & Palm brightens up the court. The Naples brand’s Pickleball Cane Bag nods to the subtropics with bamboo details, upping the elegance with a Turk & Turk scarf.

On The Go

Summer rays are no match for Tail’s UFP-repelling, pleated Columbus Skort and Zealea Tank in periwinkle from Naples’ Shecanlove boutique. Paddle & Palm’s white leather-detailed sling makes two-wheeled travel a breeze, and Tory Burch shades complete the sunny look.

Cross-court Winner

The Pink Pickleball Dress from Paddle & Palm makes for a snappy entrance on and off the court. Below: Made in Fort Myers, COLDEST’s reusable water bottles are engineered to keep drinks chilly for 36 hours. Paddle & Palm’s waterproof Pickleball Tote Bag completes your gear, protecting your essentials from spills, salt spray and surprise rain showers.

At 21, Bonita Springs dressage rider Jenaya Olsen trains like a pro— 25 weekly hours in the saddle, neardaily HIIT classes and her mom, Nicole, as coach and compass.

By Jaynie Bartley

by Tina Sargeant

IN PERFECT TROT

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y dawn on any given day, Jenaya Olsen is already moving—heading to the stalls to feed, walk and groom one of the 1,000-pound equine dance partners she’s been training with for months. As the sun rises, she braids the horse’s mane and begins her mental run-through. “I have my two hours of me-time with my horse, and no one can talk to me,” she says. “It’s two hours of me sitting with my horse, visualizing the test and preparing.”

From the spectator stands, dressage presents an illusion of effortless grace—a rider seemingly motionless atop a floating horse, directing a sequence of choreographed movements (called ‘tests’) with invisible cues. But behind the stillness is staggering athleticism. Often called ‘ballet on horseback,’ the discipline requires gymnast-level body awareness and core

strength, and the mental focus of a chessmaster. Every stride, half-pass and pirouette reverberates through the rider’s body, absorbed and adjusted through the legs, core and lower back. Thighs engage like a vise, calves apply calibrated pressure and seat bones shift by millimeters—all while the hands stay feather-light on the reins and the face betrays no strain. The pair moves in perfect harmony.

Meanwhile, the rider balances on an approximately 1,200-pound, thinking, moving partner. “It’s not like track or football, where the track is not going to change,” Jenaya says. “With horses, you rely on them for 80% of what you’re doing.” Riders must memorize and execute complex routines while constantly reading and responding to their horse’s energy, timing and mood. Judges assess the horse’s

Jenaya Olsen has been training with her mother, Nicole, since childhood. Today, they run Olsen Dressage in Bonita Springs, where they breed, board and coach future dressage champions.

Often called ballet on horseback, dressage demands staggering physical and mental strength. Riders maintain deep isometric engagement to deliver precise, invisible cues—all while remaining perfectly still atop a 1,200-pound, thinking, moving partner.

suppleness, obedience and athleticism, but the rider’s isometric strength and balance are the invisible engine behind the performance. “You need to be physically and mentally fit to deal with the pressure, the politics, the pure money that goes into the sport—it’s a lot,” she says.

The 21-year-old, who dabbled in track and cross country in high school, trains accordingly, working with her mom and coach, Nicole. The two stretch daily and hit Burn Boot Camp five to six days a week for strength and cardio conditioning, augmenting Jenaya’s nearly 25 hours per week in the saddle and Nicole’s equal time teaching. The high-intensity interval training (HIIT) classes at Burn weave balance and power, building the stamina and core strength needed to take on equestrian sports. Their diet focuses on organic, whole foods sourced mostly from local farmers markets. The regimen is designed to prevent injury and help Jenaya stay competition-ready across a seven-month season (and two summer championships).

Jenaya, who grew up around her mother’s horses, has been training for this since childhood. Nicole had been riding since she was 7. Despite Nicole gifting her show ponies and encouraging her to ride since she was a tot in Switzerland, Jenaya showed little interest until they

relocated in 2011 to Southwest Florida, where Nicole vacationed as a child. Here, a fateful introduction to a Hanoverian named Welcome changed her mind. When Nicole asked her 9-year-old daughter to visit the newly imported mare during quarantine, Jenaya reluctantly agreed. “The moment I touched her face, it was over,” she says. Welcome became her muse, and soon, Jenaya began competing. By 13, she had earned her USDF Gold Medal, a distinction many dressage riders pursue for decades. Over nearly a decade, they competed, trained and amassed top wins together—before Welcome’s passing earlier this year.

As Jenaya’s talents developed, so did the family’s ambitions. After a 30-year competitive career and more than 50 blue ribbons, Nicole stepped back from showing in 2017 to coach her daughter and focus on training horses. That same year, they opened Olsen Dressage at Magic Dream Farm, their Bonita Springs facility where they breed, sell, train and board horses. They also provide affordable opportunities for local youth to engage in the sport. “Our working students get free lessons every day, and they get to ride our horses,” Jenaya says.

The Olsens stand apart from elite dressage’s typical model, where success often

The Olsens take a different path from dressage’s multimillion-dollar norm—no entourages, no imported show ponies. They muck their own stalls, train rescues and raise foals from the ground up. “The horses to me have always and will always come first,” Jenaya says.

Strength-training, visualization and year-round training power Jenaya for the seven-month dressage competition season. At 13, she was the youngest ever to win the USDF Gold Medal, a distinction many dressage riders pursue for decades.

hinges on imported horses valued in the millions and entourages of groomers and trainers. Instead, the duo muck their own competition stalls; ride and train their horses themselves; and rely on a few trusted farm staffers, along with current working student Lily Pegeus, to help with chores around their farm. The women save millions by investing in overlooked and rescued horses that have survived injuries or abuse. They also breed foals, cultivating champions through years of dedicated training. “I’m competing against girls that have $200,000, $2 million horses, and I’m on my little $10,000 horse,” Jenaya says. The thought crosses her mind often: I’ll never win anyway, so why am I doing it? But instead of giving in to the doubt, she keeps showing up—and winning.

During the November-to-May dressage season, Jenaya competes almost every weekend. It’s a constant mental and physical battle to stay in the game. On competition days, she spends time near the arena, visualizing the tests ahead of her, down to the smallest half-halts and corners, where she may need to ask for more from her horse. She watches videos of past tests to analyze for pitfalls and victories. With the

right headspace and support from Nicole, Jenaya has seen great success. Though she trained and worked in Wellington and Germany as a teenager, she eventually recognized that her mother was her ideal coach. Today, Nicole guides her development, and they work with Wellington trainer Lehua Custer—all aligned in a hands-on, horse-centered approach.

For the Olsens, the health and fitness of the horse is as critical as the rider’s well-being. They prioritize open pasture time, provide science-backed feed and ensure each horse receives individualized, ethical training. In an industry long criticized for pushing horses too young, too fast, the Olsens take their time, never rushing horses to be show-ready or relying on harsh training shortcuts. Jenaya credits her success to strong bonds with her horses, which she earns by employing gentle, humane training methods with minimal spurs and whips. Jenaya, who dreams of joining the U.S. Olympic team, embodies the ethos. “I’d rather let everyone around me down than let my horse down,” she asserts. “If I’m on my way to the Olympics with my horse and he doesn’t feel 100% fit, sorry, we’re not going.”

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ALLERGY & IMMUNOLOGY

COLLIER COUNTY

Kevin P. Rosenbach

Naples Allergy Center 2500 Vanderbilt Beach Road, Suite 1103, Naples (239) 596-5560

Rhinitis, Food & Drug Allergy, Asthma, Eczema, Immune Deficiency

Brett E. Stanaland

Allergy, Sinus & Asthma Specialists of Naples 1000 Goodlette Road N., Suite 200, Naples (239) 434-6200

Asthma & Allergy, Food & Drug Allergy

LEE COUNTY

Thomas J. Shen

Allervie Health 8461 Cypress Lake Drive, Fort Myers (239) 489-1398

Asthma & Allergy, Immune Deficiency, Eczema, Urticaria

CARDIAC ELECTROPHYSIOLOGY

COLLIER COUNTY

A. Sinan Gursoy

Naples Interventional Cardiac Electrophysiology

6609 Willow Park Drive, Suite 100, Naples (239) 643-9977

Angioplasty & Stent Placement, Arrhythmias, Pacemakers/ Defibrillators

Kenneth W. Plunkitt

Naples Heart Rhythm Specialists

6376 Pine Ridge Road, Suite 180, Naples (239) 263-0849

Arrhythmias, Pacemakers/ Defibrillators

Andrew Yin

Naples Heart Rhythm Specialists 6376 Pine Ridge Road, Suite 180, Naples (239) 263-0849

Arrhythmias, Atrial Fibrillation, Pacemakers/Defibrillators

CARDIOVASCULAR DISEASE COLLIER

COUNTY

Ronald L. Levine

Levine Heart & Wellness 680 2nd Ave. N., Suite 304, Naples (239) 206-2833

Angioplasty & Stent Placement, Heart Attack, Interventional Cardiology, Preventive Cardiology

Elsy V. Navas

NCH Rooney Heart Institute

399 9th St. N., Suite 300, Naples (239) 624-4200

Congenital Heart Disease-Adult, Heart Failure, Transplant Medicine-Heart, Congestive Heart Failure

Sajan Rao

Naples Concierge Cardiology & Internal Medicine

625 9th St. N., Suite 104, Naples (239) 963-9788

Heart Disease, Cholesterol/Lipid Disorders, Echocardiography, Nuclear Cardiology, Concierge Medicine

LEE COUNTY

Richard M. Daum

Cardiology Consultants of Southwest Florida 13411 Parker Commons Blvd., Suite 101, Fort Myers (239) 415-4900

Heart Attack, Preventive Cardiology, Acute Coronary Syndromes, Congestive Heart Failure, Heart Disease, Clinical Trials

Vladimir K. Ilic

Lee Physician Group

13340 Metro Parkway, Suite 200, Fort Myers (239) 343-0550

Echocardiography, Nuclear Cardiology, Interventional Cardiology

Haris Turalic

Premier Cardiology Care 1530 Lee Blvd., Suite 1300, Lehigh Acres (239) 674-9377

Preventive Cardiology, Non-Invasive Cardiology,

CHILD NEUROLOGY

LEE COUNTY

Natalie Gillson

Lee Physician Group 15901 Bass Road, Suite 108, Fort Myers (239) 343-6050

Guillermo Philipps

Lee Physician Group 15901 Bass Road, Suite 108, Fort Myers (239) 343-6050

Epilepsy, Headache

Britt Stroud

Lee Physician Group

15901 Bass Road, Suite 108, Fort Myers (239) 343-6050

COLON & RECTAL SURGERY

COLLIER COUNTY

Susan Marie Cera

Physicians Regional Medical Group 6376 Pine Ridge Road, Suite 300, Naples (239) 348-4221

Minimally Invasive Surgery, Robotic Surgery, Colon & Rectal Cancer, Laparoscopic Surgery

Anthony M. Vernava

Physicians Regional Medical Group 6376 Pine Ridge Road, Suite 300, Naples (239) 348-4221

Colon & Rectal Cancer, Colon & Rectal Cancer-Familial Polyposis, Inflammatory Bowel Disease, Crohn’s Disease, Ulcerative Colitis, Diverticulitis, Incontinence-Fecal

LEE COUNTY

Valerie R. Dyke

The Colorectal Institute 13770 Plantation Road, Suite 2, Fort Myers (239) 275-0728

Colon & Rectal Cancer & Surgery, Laparoscopic Surgery, Inflammatory Bowel Disease/Crohn’s Disease

Jeffrey A. Neale

The Colorectal Institute

13770 Plantation Road, Suite 2, Fort Myers (239) 275-0728

Colon & Rectal Cancer & Surgery

Nagesh B. Ravipati

The Colorectal Institute 13770 Plantation Road, Suite 2, Fort Myers (239) 275-0728

Colon & Rectal Cancer

DERMATOLOGY

COLLIER COUNTY

Bobbi G. Brady

The Woodruff Institute 2235 Venetian Court, Suite 1, Naples (239) 596-9337

Medical Dermatology, Cosmetic Dermatology, Laser Skin Treatments, Botox, Fillers & Injectables, Chemical Peels

Ma Katrina Munoz Dy Riverchase Dermatology 261 9th St. S., Naples (239) 216-4337

Craig J. Eichler

The Woodruff Institute 2235 Venetian Court, Suite 1, Naples (239) 307-4605

Skin Cancer, Dermatologic Surgery, Mohs Surgery

Robert E. Eilers

Riverchase Dermatology 11181 Health Park Blvd., Suite 2280, Naples (239) 594-9075

Mohs Surgery, Medical Dermatology, Skin Cancer, Acne, Psoriasis/Eczema

Frances M. Hernandez

The Woodruff Institute 2235 Venetian Court, Suite 1, Naples (239) 596-9337

Hair & Nail Disorders, Dermatology Skin Care

Bradley T. Kovach

Florida Coastal Dermatology 801 Anchor Drive, Suite 100, Naples (239) 263-1717

Skin Cancer & Moles, Mohs Surgery, Medical Dermatology, Cosmetic Dermatology

Rebecca W. Lambert

The Woodruff Institute 2235 Venetian Court, Suite 1, Naples (239) 307-4605

Skin Cancer, Mohs Surgery

Heather E. Pontasch

The Woodruff Institute 1333 3rd Ave. S., Suite 201, Naples (239) 307-4605

Cosmetic Dermatology, Complex Medical Dermatology

Kathryn J. Russell

The Woodruff Institute 2235 Venetian Court, Suite 1, Naples (239) 596-9337

Mohs Surgery, Skin Cancer Surgery

Cynthia R. Strohmeyer Dermatology Specialists of Naples

702 Goodlette Road N., Suite 200, Naples (239) 261-2255

Cosmetic Dermatology, Botox, Fillers & Injectables, Skin Laser Surgery-Resurfacing

Anne Marie Tremaine

Skin Wellness Physicians

8625 Collier Blvd., Naples (239) 732-0044

Medical Dermatology, Cosmetic Dermatology, Skin Cancer, Acne, Eczema, Psoriasis

Michael S. Tucker

Riverchase Dermatology

9125 Corsea Del Fontana Way, Suite 100, Naples (239) 598-4004

Skin Cancer, Cosmetic Dermatology, Botox & Collagen Therapy

Daniel Wasserman

Skin Wellness Physicians

8625 Collier Blvd., Naples (239) 732-0044

Skin Cancer, Mohs Surgery, Dermatologic Surgery

Vivian Wai Chong Wong

Skin Wellness Physicians

8625 Collier Blvd., Naples (239) 732-0044

Cosmetic Dermatology, Skin Cancer Screening

Cynthia J. Yag-Howard Yag-Howard Dermatology and Aesthetic Center 1000 Goodlette Road N., Suite 100, Naples (239) 529-3376

Cosmetic Dermatology

LEE COUNTY

Keith M. Benbenisty Associates in Dermatology

8381 Riverwalk Park Blvd., Suite 200, Fort Myers (239) 936-5425

Skin Cancer, Dermatologic Surgery, Blistering Diseases, Mohs Surgery, Dermatopathology

Janet Flores Cheng

Coralwood Dermatology

2125 S.E. 16th Place, Cape Coral (239) 458-1131

Skin Cancer, Psoriasis/Eczema, Acne, Hair & Nail Disorders

Sarah E. Churton

The Woodruff Institute 23471 Walden Center Drive, Suite 300, Bonita Springs (239) 498-3376

Cosmetic Dermatology, Psoriasis

Debra Fett Desmond Dermatology Solutions 14071 Metropolis Ave., Fort Myers (239) 694-7546

Skin Cancer, Laser Surgery, Contact Dermatitis

Robin P. Gehris

Riverchase Dermatology 19527 Highland Oaks Drive, Suite 201, Estero (239) 237-0770

Pediatric Dermatology

Hugh M. Gloster

Associates in Dermatology 8381 Riverwalk Park Blvd., Suite 200, Fort Myers (239) 936-5425

Mohs Surgery, Skin Cancer

Brian A. Harris

Harris Dermatology 9090 Park Royal Drive, Fort Myers (239) 936-3344

Skin Cancer, Mohs Surgery

Keith A. Harris

Harris Dermatology 9090 Park Royal Drive, Fort Myers (239) 936-3344

Skin Cancer

Cynthia D. Hensley

26661 Dublin Woods Circle, Bonita Springs (239) 390-9933

Skin Cancer

Laertes A. Manuelidis

Associates in Dermatology 8381 Riverwalk Park Blvd., Suite 200, Fort Myers (239) 936-5425

Melanoma, Dermatopathology, Genetic Disorders-Skin

Jason M. Rizzo

The Woodruff Institute 23471 Walden Center Drive, Suite 300, Bonita Springs (239) 498-3376

Mohs Surgery

DIAGNOSTIC RADIOLOGY

COLLIER COUNTY

Harmindar Gill

NCH Physician Group 1020 Crosspointe Drive, Suite 103, Naples (239) 624-4443

Mammography, Breast Cancer

Christopher Govea

NASA Neuroscience And Spine Associates 1660 Medical Blvd., Suite 200, Naples (239) 566-3434

MRI

Theresa Vensel

Radiology Regional Center 1875 Veterans Park Drive, Naples (239) 936-2316

Women’s Imaging, Mammography

LEE COUNTY

Stuart A. Bobman

Radiology Regional Center 14551 Hope Center Loop,

Suite 100, Fort Myers (239) 936-2316

Neuroradiology

Edward Danehy

Radiology Regional Center 14551 Hope Center Loop, Suite 100, Fort Myers (239) 936-2316

Cardiac MRI, CT Scan, Body Imaging

Randolph J. Knific

Radiology Regional Center 3660 Broadway, Fort Myers (239) 936-2316

Echocardiography

Lawrence D. Leigh

Radiology Regional Center 14551 Hope Center Loop, Suite 100, Fort Myers (239) 936-2316

Interventional Radiology

Michael R. Theobald

Radiology Regional Center 14551 Hope Center Loop, Suite 100, Fort Myers (239) 936-2316

Neuroradiology

Eric E. Vensel

Radiology Regional Center 14551 Hope Center Loop, Suite 100, Fort Myers (239) 936-2316

Interventional Radiology

ENDOCRINOLOGY, DIABETES & METABOLISM

COLLIER COUNTY

Vita Anksh

Endocrinology Center of Naples

9010 Strada Stell Court, Suite 203, Naples (239) 254-1316

Diabetes, Osteoporosis, Thyroid Disorders

Todd D. Brodie

Endocrine Specialists 661 Goodlette Road N., Suite 104, Naples (239) 436-3666

Thyroid Disorders, Osteoporosis, Concierge Medicine

LEE COUNTY

Renato Concepcion

Lee Physician Group 3501 Health Center Blvd., Suite 210, Bonita Springs (239) 468-0285

Adrenal Disorders, Diabetes, Thyroid Disorders

Valeriu R. Neagu

Integris Physician Group of Florida 1019 Crosspointe Drive, Naples (239) 799-6950

Diabetes, Osteoporosis, Thyroid Disorders

Rowella L. Sirbiladze

Lee Physician Group 8960 Colonial Center Drive, Suite 202, Fort Myers (239) 343-9646

Adrenal Disorders, Diabetes, Osteoporosis, Parathyroid Disorders, Thyroid Disorders

FACIAL PLASTIC SURGERY/ OTOLARYNGOLOGY

COLLIER COUNTY

Anurag Agarwal

Aesthetic Surgery Center 1175 Creekside Parkway, Suite 100, Naples (239) 594-9100

Facial Plastic Surgery, Facial Rejuvenation, Cosmetic Surgery-Face, Rhinoplasty,

Rhinoplasty Revision, Eyelid Surgery/Blepharoplasty, Cancer Reconstruction

Daniela M. Burchhardt

The Woodruff Institute 1333 3rd Ave. S., Suite 201, Naples (239) 307-4605

Facelift, Neck Lift, Facial Fat Grafting, Eyelid Surgery/ Blepharoplasty, Brow Lift, Rhinoplasty, Fillers & Injectables

David Greene

1112 Goodlette Road N. Suite 203, Naples (239) 263-8444

Sinus Disorders/Surgery, Sleep Disorders/Apnea/ Snoring, Botox, Allergy, Facial Rejuvenation, Cosmetic Surgery-Face

Robert D. Klausner

26800 S. Tamiami Trail, Suite 360, Bonita Springs (239) 498-4968

Facial Rejuvenation, Facial Plastic Surgery, Rhinoplasty, Head & Neck Reconstruction

LEE COUNTY

Stephen A. Prendiville

Prendiville Facial Plastic Surgery 9407 Cypress Lake Drive, Suite A, Fort Myers (239) 437-3900

Botox, Facial Plastic Surgery

Douglas M. Stevens

Facial Plastic & Laser Center 15721 New Hampshire Court, Fort Myers (239) 481-9292

Facial Plastic Surgery, Rhinoplasty, Facial Rejuvenation

FAMILY MEDICINE

COLLIER COUNTY

Douglas Boynton

Millennium Physician Group 400 8th St. N., Naples (239) 649-3303

Jesse H. Haven

NCH Physician Group 870 111th Ave. N., Naples (239) 624-8200 Concierge Medicine

Lindita Hobdari

Hobdari Family Health 1855 Veterans Park Drive, Suite 201, Naples (239) 260-1033

Functional Medicine, Preventive Medicine, Nutrition, Hypertension, Cholesterol/Lipid Disorders, Women’s Health, Men’s Health, Geriatric Medicine, Pediatrics

Karen L. Larson

Harper Health Naples 1830 S.W. Health Parkway, Suite 204, Naples (239) 522-7540

Preventive Medicine, Wellness Care

Robert A. Poling

Poling Medical Center 606 Bald Eagle Drive, Suite 302, Marco Island (239) 393-2200

Diabetes, Preventive Medicine, Sports Medicine

Sandraliz Solano

Solano Lifestyle Medicine 7935 Airport-Pulling Road, Suite 210, Naples (239) 360-9779

Lifestyle Medicine, Concierge Medicine, Wellness Care, Nutrition & Disease Prevention/

Control, Stress Management, Chronic Disease Management, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy

LEE COUNTY

James O. Breen

Lee Physician Group 2780 Cleveland Ave., Suite 709, Fort Myers (239) 343-3831

Preventive Medicine, Community Health, Underserved Community Health

Ivo Drazenovic Navarro

Lee Physician Group 16271 Bass Road, Fort Myers (239) 343-7100

Preventive Medicine, Obesity, Chronic Illness, Diabetes, Hypertension, Asthma

Manuel A. Garcia

Millennium Physician Group 9345 6 Mile Cypress Parkway, Fort Myers (239) 320-8145

Chronic Illness, Preventive Medicine

Gregory E. Krill

Lee Physician Group 16271 Bass Road, Fort Myers (239) 481-4111

Geriatric Medicine, Hypertension, Cholesterol/Lipid Disorders, Diabetes, Preventive Medicine

Joanna C. Muller Carioba Physicians’ Primary Care of Southwest Florida 1255 Viscaya Parkway, Suite 200, Cape Coral (239) 574-1988

Andrew J. Oakes-Lottridge Private Physicians of SouthWest Florida 24810 Burnt Pine Drive,

Suite 3, Bonita Springs (239) 415-1111

Concierge Medicine

Danielle Olson-Basora

Lee Health Sanibel Primary/ Walk-In Care

2495 Palm Ridge Road, Sanibel (239) 343-6990

Staci Van Winkle

Physicians’ Primary Care of Southwest Florida 7381 College Parkway, Suite 110, Fort Myers (239) 482-1010

Michael Verwest Physicians’ Primary Care of Southwest Florida

5700 Lee Blvd., Lehigh Acres (239) 482-1010

GASTROENTEROLOGY

COLLIER COUNTY

Mazen Albeldawi

Meliora Healthcare

708 Goodlette-Frank Road, Floor 2, Naples (239) 212-0824

Colon Cancer Screening, Endoscopy & Colonoscopy, Bariatric Endoscopy

Michael Eric Cohen

Physicians Regional Medical Group 6376 Pine Ridge Road, Suite 300, Naples (239) 348-4221

Colon Cancer Screening, Crohn’s Disease, Ulcerative Colitis, Celiac Disease, Nutrition

Shardul A. Nanavati

Advanced Gastroenterology of Naples

4760 Tamiami Trail N.,

Suite 27, Naples (239) 593-9599

Endoscopic Ultrasound

LEE COUNTY

Brian D. Feiock

Gastroenterology Associates of Southwest Florida 4790 Barkley Circle, Building A, Fort Myers (239) 275-8882

Colon Cancer Screening, Celiac Disease, Hepatitis, Endoscopy

Evelyn R. Kessel Gastro Health

7152 Coca Sabal Lane, Fort Myers (239) 939-9939

Colon Cancer Screening, Irritable Bowel Syndrome, Swallowing Disorders, Endoscopy

Christopher G. Sofianos Gastro Health

7152 Coca Sabal Lane, Fort Myers (239) 939-9939

Endoscopy & Colonoscopy, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Inflammatory Bowel Disease

GERIATRIC MEDICINE

COLLIER COUNTY

Joseph Bandeira

Premier Medical Concierge 9655 Tamiami Trail N., Suite 202, Naples (239) 631-6780

Concierge Medicine, Alzheimer’s Disease, Geriatric Functional Assessment

Ronald T. Garry

Northwestern Medicine Concierge 681 4th Ave. N., Suite 201, Naples (239) 692-8495

Alzheimer’s Disease, Concierge Medicine

GYNECOLOGIC ONCOLOGY

LEE COUNTY

Fadi Abu Shahin

Florida Gynecologic Oncology 8931 Colonial Center Drive, Suite 400, Fort Myers (239) 334-6626

Gynecologic Cancers, Minimally Invasive Surgery, Palliative Care

Samith Sandadi

Florida Gynecologic Oncology

8931 Colonial Center Drive, Suite 400, Fort Myers (239) 334-6626

Gynecologic Cancers, Minimally Invasive Surgery, Robotic Surgery

HAND SURGERY

LEE COUNTY

Sandra B. Collins

Orthopedic Center of Florida 12670 Creekside Lane, Suite 202, Fort Myers (239) 482-2663

Hand & Microvascular Surgery, Upper Extremity Surgery, Trauma

INFECTIOUS DISEASE

COLLIER COUNTY

Sergey P. Akimov

Infectious Disease Associates of Naples, LLC

800 Goodlette Road N., Suite 370, Naples

(239) 347-4248

Endocarditis, HIV/AIDS

Gary Bergen

Infectious Disease Associates of Naples, LLC

800 Goodlette Road N., Suite 370, Naples (239) 347-4248

Vakhtang M. Bochorishvili

Infectious Disease Associates of Naples, LLC

800 Goodlette Road N., Suite 370 , Naples (239) 347-4248

Travel Medicine

Christine Forszpaniak

848 1st Ave. N., Suite 230, Naples (239) 434-7779

Wound Care

LEE COUNTY

Elena Gatskevich

Lee Physician Group

13340 Metro Parkway, Suite 310, Fort Myers (239) 343-1448

Hepatitis, HIV/AIDS

Rajendra S. Sharma

Lee Physician Group

9981 S. HealthPark Drive, Suite 454, Fort Myers (239) 343-9710

Telemedicine, Travel Medicine

Silvia Velasquez

Lee Physician Group

13340 Metro Parkway, Suite 310, Fort Myers (239) 343-1448

INTERNAL MEDICINE

COLLIER COUNTY

Pavan K. Anand

Naples Internal Medicine

Associates 599 9th St. N., Suite 210, Naples (239) 435-1999 Diabetes, Geriatric Medicine

Jose M. Baez 11181 Health Park Blvd., Suite 1180, Naples (239) 777-0663

Concierge Medicine

Alejandro Blanco Internal Medicine Partners

1726 Medical Blvd., Suite 201, Naples (239) 596-8804

Diane Brzezinski

1250 Pine Ridge Road, Suite 101A, Naples (239) 261-9990

Integrative Medicine, Preventive Medicine

Andre Davies

Gulfshore Concierge Medicine 2240 Venetian Court, Suite B, Naples (239) 566-3100

Concierge Medicine, Geriatric Medicine, Hypertension, Cholesterol/Lipid Disorders, Diabetes

Alan S. Galbut

Millennium Physician Group 90 Cypress Way E., Suite 10, Naples (239) 649-3326 Primary Care

Eric J. Hochman

Gulfshore Concierge Medicine 1350 Tamiami Trail, Suite 101, Naples

(239) 325-1020

Concierge Medicine, Rheumatology

Obayedur R. Khan

Concierge Medical of Naples 599 Tamiami Trail N., Suite 204, Naples (239) 304-8902

Concierge Medicine, Telemedicine, Geriatric Medicine

Nena Korunda

Korunda Medical Institute 4513 Executive Drive, Suite 201, Naples (239) 431-6464

David R. Linz

NCH Medical Group 132 Moorings Park Drive, Naples (239) 624-1120

Preventive Medicine, Concierge Medicine

David S. Madwar 1333 Third Ave. S., Suite 402, Naples (239) 352-5550

Concierge Medicine, Preventive Medicine, Women’s Health, Geriatric Medicine

Bryan C. Murphey NCH Physician Group 11181 Health Park Blvd., Suite 1165, Naples (239) 624-0320 Primary Care

Patricia S. Poling

Poling Medical Center 606 Bald Eagle Drive, Suite 302, Marco Island (239) 393-2200

Women’s Health, Nutrition, Weight Management, LGBTQ+ Health

Ralph Rodriguez

Internal Medicine Partners 1726 Medical Blvd., Suite 201, Naples (239) 596-8804

Hyperbaric Medicine, Wound Care

David I. Sommerfeld

Millennium Physician Group 11181 Health Park Blvd., Suite 3030, Naples (239) 249-8996

Diabetes, Hypertension, Cholesterol/Lipid Disorders, Preventive Medicine, Asthma, Chronic Obstructive Lung Disease (COPD)

LEE COUNTY

Ernest Gesiotto Internal Medicine of Southwest Florida 6311 S. Pointe Blvd., Suite 100, Fort Myers (239) 275-0040

Gary M. Price

Private Physicians of SouthWest Florida 9722 Commerce Center Court, Fort Myers (239) 415-1111

Ziad Shahla

Shahla Medical Group 8800 Terrene Court, Suite 102, Bonita Springs (239) 948-3444

Diagnostic Problems

Shikha Shrestha

Millennium Physician Group 260 Beth Stacey Blvd., Suite 130, Lehigh Acres (239) 368-2839

Obesity

Humberto Torres

Lee Physician Group 9131 College Pointe Court, Fort Myers

(239) 343-9100

Preventive Medicine, Diabetes, Hypertension, Cardiovascular Diseases, Gastrointestinal Disorders, Arthritis, Chronic Obstructive Lung Disease (COPD), Asthma

Glenn A. Tovar Dias

Millennium Physician Group 14350 Metropolis Ave., Suite 1, Fort Myers (239) 275-3036

David Lee West

Private Physicians of SouthWest Florida 9722 Commerce Center Court, Fort Myers (239) 415-1111

Preventive Medicine, Concierge Medicine

Paul Zuercher

Gulfshore Concierge Medicine 2240 Venetian Court, Suite B, Naples (239) 566-3100

Concierge Medicine

INTERVENTIONAL CARDIOLOGY

COLLIER COUNTY

Joseph Califano

Millennium Physician Group 6101 Pine Ridge Road, Floor 1, Suite 104, Naples (239) 649-3312

Coronary Angioplasty/Stents, Peripheral Vascular Disease, Cardiac Catheterization

Michael S. Flynn

NCH Rooney Heart Institute 399 9th St. N., Suite 300, Naples (239) 624-4200

Coronary Artery Disease

Julian J. Javier

Precision Concierge Physicians 1168 Goodlette-Frank Road, Naples (239) 300-0586

Endovascular Therapy, Vascular Medicine, Heart Disease, Cardiac Catheterization

Leandro Perez

Naples Cardiac & Endovascular Center 1168 Goodlette-Frank Road, Naples (239) 300-0586

Endovascular Therapy, Nuclear Cardiology, Heart Failure, Echocardiography, Vascular Medicine

Tracey Roth

Precision Concierge Physicians 1168 Goodlette-Frank Road, Naples (239) 300-0586

Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR), Coronary Artery Disease, Cardiomyopathy, Coronary Angioplasty/Stents, Ventricular Assist Device (LVAD)

Carlo D. Santos-Ocampo NCH Heart Institute Briggs 399 9th St. N., Suite 300, Naples (239) 624-4200

Congenital Heart Disease-Adult, Interventional Cardiology

LEE COUNTY

Robert M. Grohowski

Millennium Physician Group 13813 Metro Parkway, Fort Myers (239) 215-4065

Angioplasty & Stent Placement, Arrhythmias

MATERNAL & FETAL MEDICINE

LEE COUNTY

Mark C. Williams

Maternal Fetal Medicine of Southwest Florida 2721 Del Prado Blvd. S., Suite 260, Cape Coral (239) 481-5477

High-Risk Pregnancy, Fetal Ultrasound, Prenatal Diagnosis

MEDICAL ONCOLOGY

COLLIER COUNTY

Joel S. Grossman

Florida Cancer Specialists & Research Institute 1100 Goodlette Road N., Naples (239) 434-0656

Hematology

Steven B. Newman

Florida Cancer Specialists & Research Institute 3530 Kraft Road, Suite 300, Naples (239) 353-6636

Hematology

Jay Wang

Florida Cancer Specialists & Research Institute 8350 Sierra Meadows Blvd., Naples (239) 353-6636

Hematology

LEE COUNTY

Lowell L. Hart

Florida Cancer Specialists & Research Institute

8981 Colonial Center Drive, Suite 300, Fort Myers (239) 938-0800

Hematology

Rebecca Kosloff

Florida Cancer Specialists & Research Institute 9776 Bonita Beach Road S.E., Suite 201A, Bonita Springs (239) 947-3092

Hematology

Andy J. Lipman

Florida Cancer Specialists & Research Institute

9776 Bonita Beach Road S.E., Suite 201A, Bonita Springs (239) 434-2622

Hematology

Silvia A. Romero

Florida Cancer Specialists & Research Institute 1030 Commerce Creek Blvd., Cape Coral (239) 997-3081

Hematology

Mark S. Rubin

Florida Cancer Specialists & Research Institute 9776 Bonita Beach Road S.E., Suite 201A, Bonita Springs (239) 947-3092

Hematology

Gamini Soori

Florida Cancer Specialists & Research Institute 1708 Cape Coral Parkway W., Suite 10, Cape Coral (239) 541-4633

Hematology

NEONATAL-PERINATAL MEDICINE

LEE COUNTY

Michel Saaloukeh

Comprehensive Pediatric & Neonatal Clinic

9400 Bonita Beach Road S.E., Suite 204, Bonita Springs (239) 422-6020

NEPHROLOGY

COLLIER COUNTY

John P. Canterbury

South Florida Internal Medicine and Nephrology 680 2nd Ave. N., Naples (239) 330-1382

Carlos M. Mendez

Elite Kidney Care 1750 S.W. Health Parkway, Suite 101, Naples (239) 431-5767

Diabetic Kidney Disease, Dialysis Care, Hypertension

James R. Sterrett

Nephrology-Hypertension of Naples 3540 Pine Ridge Road, Naples (239) 348-8804

Chronic Kidney Disease, Hypertension, Dialysis Care

LEE COUNTY

John E. Conrey

Associates in Nephrology 7981 Gladiolus Drive, Fort Myers (239) 939-0999

Sumera Khan Associates in Nephrology 7981 Gladiolus Drive, Fort Myers (239) 939-0999

Dialysis Care

Neetu Malhotra

Associates in Nephrology 9550 Bonita Beach Road, Suite 108, Bonita Springs (239) 939-0999

Transplant Medicine, Kidney Disease, Hypertension

Mary M. Mouracade

Associates in Nephrology

7981 Gladiolus Drive, Fort Myers (239) 939-0999

Transplant Medicine-Kidney, Dialysis Care, Hypertension

NEUROLOGICAL SURGERY

COLLIER COUNTY

Gary P. Colon

Collier Neurologic Specialists

3200 Bailey Lane, Suite 200, Naples (239) 262-1721

Brain & Spinal Tumors, Trigeminal Neuralgia, Epilepsy, Pain-Chronic, Trauma

Benjamin J. Ditty

NASA Neuroscience And Spine Associates 6101 Pine Ridge Road, Suite 101, Naples (239) 649-1662

Spinal Fusion,Pain-Back & Neck

Mark B. Frenkel

NASA Neuroscience And Spine Associates 6101 Pine Ridge Road, Naples (239) 649-1662

Minimally Invasive Spinal Surgery, Brain Tumors, Scoliosis, Spondylolisthesis, Spinal Surgery-Complex

LEE COUNTY

Gary J. Correnti

Lee Physician Group 13685 Doctors Way, Suite 350, Fort Myers (239) 343-3800

Spinal Surgery-Cervical, Microsurgery, Trauma, Brain Tumors, Vascular Malformations/ Birthmarks

John J. Dusseau

Lee Physician Group 2780 Cleveland Ave., Suite 819, Fort Myers (239) 343-3800

Brain Tumors, Trigeminal Neuralgia, Head Injury

Jeffrey Henn

Joint Implant Surgeons of Florida

7331 College Parkway, Suite 300, Fort Myers (239) 337-2003

Spinal Surgery-Complex, Brain Tumors,

Minimally Invasive Spinal Surgery, Cerebrovascular Surgery, Skull Base Surgery

George T. Mandybur

Lee Physician Group 13681 Doctors Way, Fort Myers (239) 343-1000

Deep Brain Stimulation, Dystonia, Movement Disorders, Brain & Spinal Tumors, Minimally Invasive Spinal Surgery, Trigeminal Neuralgia, Pain-Facial, Epilepsy

NEUROLOGY

COLLIER COUNTY

Matthew J. Baker

Collier Neurologic Specialists 3200 Bailey Lane, Suite 200, Naples (239) 262-8971

Multiple Sclerosis, Epilepsy

Igor Levy-Reis

NASA Neuroscience And Spine Associates 877 111th Ave. N., Suite 1, Naples (239) 594-8002

Memory Disorders, Headache, Neurophysiology

Michael A. Novak

NASA Neuroscience And Spine Associates 1660 Medical Blvd., Suite 200, Naples (239) 566-3434

Headache, Migraine, Botox

Christopher Wey

NASA Neuroscience And Spine Associates 6101 Pine Ridge Road, Suite 101, Naples (239) 649-1662

Brian D. Wolff

Neurology Center 671 Goodlette Road N., Suite 120, Naples (239) 643-4030

Neuromuscular Disorders

LEE COUNTY

Lane R. Carlin

Florida Neurology Group 12670 Whitehall Drive, Fort Myers (239) 936-3554

Epilepsy

Chris J. Marino

Florida Neurology Group 12670 Whitehall Drive, Fort Myers (239) 936-3554

Parkinson’s Disease/Movement Disorders, Epilepsy

Giorgi Sirbiladze

Lee Physician Group 12600 Creekside Lane, Suite 2, Fort Myers (239) 343-9235

OBSTETRICS & GYNECOLOGY

COLLIER COUNTY

Betsy Brothers

Southwest Florida Women’s Group 1890 S.W. Health Parkway, Suite 303, Naples (239) 593-0990

Women’s Health

Blane Milton Crandall

1660 Medical Blvd., Suite 101, Naples (239) 596-2300

Laparoscopic Hysterectomy, Ultrasound, Women’s Health, Adolescent Gynecology

Holly R. Miller

A Woman’s Place

1660 Medical Blvd., Suite 100 and 300, Naples (239) 513-0053

Minimally Invasive Surgery, Endometriosis, Laparoscopic Surgery, Hysteroscopic Surgery, High-Risk Pregnancy, Adolescent Gynecology

Steven N. Shephard

A Woman’s Place 1660 Medical Blvd., Suite 100 and 300, Naples (239) 513-0053

Urogynecology

Cristina M. Tzilinis

A Woman’s Place

1660 Medical Blvd., Suite 100 and 300, Naples (239) 513-0053

Gynecology Only, Adolescent Gynecology, Contraception, Hormone Replacement Therapy

LEE COUNTY

Heather V. Auld

SWFL Integrative Medicine

1570 Colonial Blvd., Suite A, Fort Myers (239) 208-6676

Gynecology Only, Hormonal Disorders, Integrative Medicine, Weight Management

David Hunter Brown

Premier Women’s Care of Southwest Florida 9021 Park Royal Drive, Fort Myers (239) 432-5858

Women’s Health, Menstrual Disorders, Robotic Surgery, Infertility, Endometriosis

Sarah DiGiorgi

Premier Women’s Care of Southwest Florida 9021 Park Royal Drive, Fort Myers (239) 432-5858

Menstrual Disorders, Pregnancy, Women’s Health

James Duerkes

Lee Health Obstetrics & Gynecology

9800 S. Healthpark Drive, Suite 205, Fort Myers (239) 343-7130

Pap Smear Abnormalities, Genetic Disorders, Breast Disease, Minimally Invasive Surgery, Contraception, Pregnancy, Menstrual Disorders, Uterine Fibroids, Endometriosis

Martin Ebenger

Lee Physician Group

4761 S. Cleveland Ave., Suite 4, Fort Myers (239) 343-6100

Menstrual Disorders,

Pregnancy, Women’s Health, Gynecology Only

Brian Hunt

Lee Health Obstetrics & Gynecology

5705 Lee Blvd., Suite 1, Lehigh Acres (239) 343-7130

Pregnancy, Contraception

Jahan Jadauji

Lee Health Obstetrics & Gynecology

9800 S. HealthPark Drive, Suite 205, Fort Myers (239) 343-7130

Laparoscopic Surgery, Robotic Surgery, High-Risk Pregnancy, Contraception, Abnormal Uterine Bleeding, Pain-Pelvic

Blaise Kovaz

Premier Women’s Care of Southwest Florida 1265 Viscaya Parkway, Cape Coral (239) 432-5858

Breast Disease, Gynecologic Cancers, Pregnancy

Sarah H. Krauss

Premier Women’s Care of Southwest Florida 1265 Viscaya Parkway, Cape Coral (239) 432-5858

Endometriosis, Gynecologic Cancers, Gynecology Only

Richard D. Murray

Premier Women’s Care of Southwest Florida 9021 Park Royal Drive, Fort Myers (239) 432-5858

Gynecology Only, Gynecologic Surgery, Adolescent Gynecology, Menopausal Management

Jeffrey Smith

Lee Health Obstetrics & Gynecology

15901 Bass Road, Suite 100, Fort Myers (239) 343-7130

LGBTQ+ Health, Minimally Invasive Gynecologic Surgery, Obstetrics, Cervical Cancer, Contraception

OPHTHALMOLOGY

COLLIER COUNTY

Jon R. Berlie Center For Sight

700 Neapolitan Way, Naples (239) 310-2020

Cataract Surgery, Cosmetic Surgery-Eyes, Ophthalmic Plastic Surgery

Lynn K. Byerly

Naples Eye Physicians 661 Goodlette Road N., Suite 105, Naples (239) 262-6288

Cataract Surgery, Glaucoma, LASIK-Refractive Surgery, Eyelid Surgery, Botox, PRK-Refractive Surgery

Julia Carter Center For Sight 700 Neapolitan Way, Naples (239) 310-2020 Glaucoma

Allister G. Gibbons

Bascom Palmer Eye Institute

3880 Tamiami Trail N., Floor 1, Naples (305) 243-2020

Cataract Surgery, Cornea & External Eye Disease, Cornea Transplant, Intraocular Lens Replacement, Dry Eye Syndrome

Barrett R. Ginsberg

Ginsberg Eye

77 8th St. S., Naples (239) 325-2015

Refractive Laser Cataract Surgery, Refractive Lens Exchange Surgery, LASIK Surgery, Corneal Disease, Glaucoma

George Brinnig Jastrzebski Center For Sight

700 Neapolitan Way, Naples (239) 310-2020

Glaucoma, Cataract Surgery

Jaclyn L. Kovach

Bascom Palmer Eye Institute

3880 Tamiami Trail N., Naples (239) 659-3937

Macular Disease/Degeneration, Retina/Vitreous Surgery, Diabetic Eye Disease/ Retinopathy, Retinal Vascular Diseases, Telemedicine

Marilyn A. Marquez

Tyson Eye

2640 Golden Gate Parkway, Suite 115, Naples (239) 542-2020

Retinal Disorders, Diabetic Eye Disease/Retinopathy, Macular Degeneration, Retinal Vascular Occlusive Diseases, Retinal Detachment

Andrew J. Rong

Bascom Palmer Eye Institute

3880 Tamiami Trail N., Floor 2, Naples (305) 243-2020

Oculoplastic Surgery, Cosmetic & Reconstructive Surgery, Eyelid Cosmetic & Reconstructive Surgery, Eyelid Surgery/Blepharoplasty, Botox, Lacrimal Gland Disorders, Eyelid Problems/ Ptosis/Blepharospasm, Thyroid Eye Disease, Orbital Diseases

Paul M. Rougraff

Naples Eye Physicians

661 Goodlette-Frank Road, Suite 105, Naples (239) 262-6288

Cataract Surgery, Glaucoma, Eyelid Surgery

Stephen G. Schwartz

Bascom Palmer Eye Institute 3880 Tamiami Trail N., Naples (239) 659-3937

Macular Degeneration, Diabetic Eye Disease/ Retinopathy, Retinal Vascular Diseases, Retinal Disorders, Telemedicine

Farrell C. Tyson

Tyson Eye

2640 Golden Gate Parkway, Suite 115, Naples (239) 542-2020

Cataract Surgery, Glaucoma

Jeffrey Zimm

All Saints Eye Center 1435 Immokalee Road, Naples (239) 592-5511

LASIK-Refractive Surgery, Cataract Surgery, Intraocular Lens Replacement

LEE COUNTY

Michael J. Collins

Collins Vision

6900 International Center Blvd., Fort Myers (239) 936-4706

Cataract Surgery, LASIKRefractive Surgery

Alexander M. Eaton

Retina Health Center 1567 Hayley Lane, Suite 101, Fort Myers (239) 337-3337

Macular Degeneration, Diabetic Eye Disease/Retinopathy

Avtar Tom Ghuman Retina Consultants of

Southwest Florida - Fort Myers

6901 International Center Blvd., Fort Myers (239) 939-4323

Diabetic Eye Disease/ Retinopathy, Macular Degeneration, Retina/Vitreous Surgery

Mark S. Gorovoy

Gorovoy MD Eye Specialists 12381 S. Cleveland Ave., Suite 300, Fort Myers (239) 939-1444

Cataract Surgery, Corneal Disease & Transplant, Glaucoma, LASIK-Refractive Surgery, Macular Degeneration, PRK-Refractive Surgery

Cristos Ifantides

Tyson Eye 11571 Verandah Blvd., Fort Myers (239) 542-2020

Cataract Surgery, Glaucoma

Emmanuel Kai-Lewis

Quigley Eye Specialists

6091 S. Pointe Blvd., Fort Myers (239) 466-2020

Cataract-Complex, Cornea & External Eye Disease, Cornea Transplant, PRK-Refractive Surgery

Nadia A. Kazim

7331 College Parkway, Suite 200, Fort Myers (239) 947-4042

Orbital Surgery, Eyelid Surgery, Oculoplastic Surgery

Michael Lewis

Quigley Eye Specialists 112 Del Prado Blvd. N., Cape Coral (239) 458-5800

Cataract Surgery, Eyelid Surgery, Oculoplastic Surgery

Katrina Mears

Retina Consultants of Southwest Florida - Fort Myers 6901 International Center Blvd., Fort Myers (239) 939-4323

Retina/Vitreous Surgery, Retina/Vitreous Consultation, Retinal Detachment, Retinal Vascular Diseases

Roman O. Pravak

Tyson Eye 11571 Verandah Blvd., Fort Myers (239) 542-2020

Retina/Vitreous Surgery, Macular Degeneration, Retinal Vascular Occlusive Diseases, Retinal Detachment, Diabetic Eye Disease/ Retinopathy

Nika Priest-Allen

Quigley Eye Specialists 6091 S. Pointe Blvd., Fort Myers (239) 466-2020

Cataract Surgery, Glaucoma

Thomas Quigley

Quigley Eye Specialists 112 Del Prado Blvd. N., Cape Coral (239) 466-2020

YAG Laser Eye Surgery

Paul A. Raskauskas

Retina Consultants of Southwest Florida - Fort Myers 6901 International Center Blvd., Fort Myers (239) 939-4323

Retinal Disorders, Macular Degeneration

Ashish G. Sharma

Retina Consultants of Southwest Florida - Fort Myers 6901 International Center Blvd., Fort Myers (239) 939-4323

Macular Degeneration, Diabetic Eye Disease/Retinopathy, Uveitis, Retinal Disorders

J. David Stephens

Tyson Eye

8004 Vintage Parkway, Estero (239) 542-2020

Cataract Surgery, Corneal Disease, Glaucoma, LASIKRefractive Surgery

Michael Tsipursky Advanced Retina Institute

28901 Trails Edge Blvd., Unit 202, Bonita Springs (239) 544-3122

Diabetic Eye Disease/ Retinopathy, Retinal Disorders, Retina/Vitreous Surgery, Macular Disease/ Degeneration, Uveitis

Duane Wiggins Quigley Eye Specialists

3940 Via del Rey, Bonita Springs (239) 466-2020

Cataract Surgery, Laser Refractive Surgery, LASIK Surgery

ORTHOPAEDIC SURGERY

COLLIER COUNTY

Aldo R. Beretta

Physicians Regional Medical Group 8340 Collier Blvd., Suite 103, Naples (239) 348-4221

Spinal Surgery

Richard J. de Asla

NCH Physician Group

1285 Creekside Blvd. E., Suite 102, Naples (239) 624-1700

Foot & Ankle Surgery

Jon S. Dounchis

NCH Physician Group 311 9th St. N.,

Suite 101, Naples (239) 624-1700

Joint Replacement, Arthroscopic Surgery, Sports Medicine

Carmella Fernandez

730 Goodlette-Frank Road N., Suite 204, Naples (239) 777-9321

Hand & Upper Extremity Surgery, Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Arthritis

Steven S. Goldberg 6376 Pine Ridge Road, Suite 430, Naples (239) 316-7600

Arthroscopic Surgery, Knee Surgery, Shoulder & Elbow Surgery, Sports Medicine

James J. Guerra

Collier Sports Medicine & Orthopaedic Center 1706 Medical Blvd., Suite 201, Naples (239) 593-3500

Sports Medicine, Arthroscopic Surgery, Shoulder Surgery, Joint Replacement

Michael T. Havig

NASA Orthopedics 1250 Pine Ridge Road, Naples (239) 325-1135

Sports Medicine, Joint Replacement, Arthroscopic Surgery, Shoulder & Knee Surgery

Howard J. Kapp

NASA Neuroscience And Spine Associates 130 Tamiami Trail N., Suite 220, Naples (239) 312-7800

Hip & Knee Reconstruction

Leon P. Mead

730 Goodlette Road N., Suite 201, Naples (239) 262-1119

Hip & Knee Replacement,

Rotator Cuff Surgery, Arthroscopic Surgery, Ligament Reconstruction

Robert J. Zehr

Zehr Center for Orthopaedics

2659 Professional Circle, Suite 1110, Naples (239) 596-0100

Hip Replacement & Revision, Knee Replacement & Revision, Fractures-Adult

LEE COUNTY

Todd S. Atkinson

Advanced Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine

8710 College Parkway, Fort Myers (239) 482-8788

Shoulder Surgery, Hip & Knee Surgery

David Heligman

Institute for Orthopaedic Surgery & Sports Medicine 8350 Riverwalk Park Blvd., Suite 1, Fort Myers (239) 482-5399

Reconstructive Surgery, Hip & Knee Reconstruction, Shoulder Replacement, Rotator Cuff Surgery

Patrick B. Leach

Orthopedic Specialists of SW Florida

14601 Hope Center Loop, Fort Myers (239) 334-7000

Trauma, Fractures-Complex, Pelvic & Acetabular Fractures, Hip Surgery

Fletcher A. Reynolds

Orthopedic Specialists of SW Florida 14601 Hope Center Loop, Fort Myers (239) 334-7000

Sports Medicine, Shoulder Surgery,

Hip & Knee Surgery, Knee Replacement, Arthroscopic Surgery

Jeremy A. Schwartz

Orthopedic Specialists of SW Florida 14601 Hope Center Loop, Fort Myers (239) 334-7000

Foot & Ankle Surgery, Ankle Reconstruction, Sports Medicine, Telemedicine

Charles P. Springer

Orthopedic Specialists of SW Florida

14601 Hope Center Loop, Fort Myers (239) 334-7000

Sports Medicine, Joint Reconstruction, Joint Replacement

Brett A. Sweitzer

Kagan, Jugan & Associates 3210 Cleveland Ave., Suite 100, Fort Myers (239) 936-6778

Sports Injuries

OTOLARYNGOLOGY

COLLIER COUNTY

Steven Bello Collier Otolaryngology 1879 Veterans Park Drive, Suite 1201, Naples (239) 592-9666

Hearing Disorders/Tinnitus, Balance Disorders, Head & Neck Surgery

Samuel L. Hill

Florida Gulf Coast Ear, Nose & Throat 2180 Immokalee Road, Suite 101, Naples (239) 514-2225

Ear Disorders, Neurotology

Thomas M. Magardino

Collier Otolaryngology

1879 Veterans Park Drive, Suite 1201, Naples (239) 592-9666

Sinus Disorders

Patrick M. Reidy

Florida Gulf Coast Ear, Nose & Throat 2180 Immokalee Road, Suite 101, Naples (239) 514-2225

Allergy & Immunotherapy, Sinus Disorders

LEE COUNTY

Drew M. Horlbeck

Ear, Nose & Throat Associates 9711 Commerce Center Court, Fort Myers (239) 939-2621

Cochlear Implants, Neurotology, Otology

James Newlon

Ear, Nose & Throat Associates 9711 Commerce Center Court, Fort Myers (239) 939-2621

Ear Disorders, Nasal & Sinus Disorders, Throat Disorders, Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery

Chauchau T. Pham

Ear, Nose & Throat Associates 9711 Commerce Center Court, Fort Myers (239) 939-2621

Ear Disorders, Nasal & Sinus Disorders, Throat Disorders

PAIN MEDICINE

COLLIER COUNTY

Scott I. Fuchs

Korunda Pain Management Center 4513 Executive Drive, Naples (239) 591-2803

Pain-Chronic, Epidural

and Joint Injections, Botox, Spinal Stenosis

Zdenko Korunda Korunda Pain Management Center

4513 Executive Drive, Naples (239) 591-2803

LEE COUNTY

Gilberto Acosta Pain Management Consultants of Southwest Florida 9400 Bonita Beach Road, Suite 101, Bonita Springs (239) 333-1177 Pain Management

PEDIATRIC CARDIOLOGY

LEE COUNTY

Tankut Onal

Lee Health Pediatric Cardiology 16281 Bass Road, Suite 304, Fort Myers (239) 343-7490

Cardiac Imaging, Cardiomyopathy, Pulmonary Hypertension

PEDIATRIC ENDOCRINOLOGY

LEE COUNTY

Cayce Jehaimi

Lee Physician Group 15901 Bass Road, Suite 102, Fort Myers (239) 343-9890

Diabetes, Obesity, Growth Disorders, Pubertal Disorders, Thyroid Disorders

Asjad Khan

Lee Physician Group 15901 Bass Road, Suite 102, Fort Myers (239) 343-9890

Diabetes, Obesity

Sujana Reddy

Lee Physician Group 15901 Bass Road, Suite 102, Fort Myers (239) 343-9890

Diabetes, Obesity, Growth Disorders, Pubertal Disorders, Thyroid Disorders, Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome

PEDIATRIC GASTROENTEROLOGY

LEE COUNTY

Jayshree Ganatra Pediatric Gastroenterology of Florida

13770 Plantation Road, Suite 4, Fort Myers (239) 561-6365

Viraine S. Weerasooriya

Lee Physician Group 16230 Summerlin Road, Suite 215, Fort Myers (239) 343-7454

Cystic Fibrosis, Crohn’s Disease, Celiac Disease

PEDIATRIC HEMATOLOGY-ONCOLOGY

LEE COUNTY

Craig A. MacArthur

Golisano Children’s Hospital of Southwest Florida

9981 S. HealthPark Drive, Floor 5, Fort Myers (239) 343-5333

Leukemia & Lymphoma, Sickle Cell Disease, Pediatric Cancers, Palliative Care, Neuroblastoma

Emad K. Salman

Golisano Children’s Hospital of Southwest Florida

9981 S. HealthPark Drive, Floor 5, Fort Myers (239) 343-5333

Brain Tumors, Leukemia & Lymphoma

Kelly K. Sawczyn

Golisano Children’s Hospital of Southwest Florida

9981 S. HealthPark Drive, Floor 5, Fort Myers (239) 343-5333

Pediatric Cancers, Bleeding/ Coagulation Disorders, Bone Tumors, Sickle Cell Disease, Palliative Care

PEDIATRIC INFECTIOUS DISEASES

LEE COUNTY

Divna Djokic

Lee Health Pediatric Infectious Diseases

9981 S. HealthPark Drive, Suite 454, Fort Myers (239) 343-9710

PEDIATRIC NEUROLOGICAL SURGERY

LEE COUNTY

Theodore J. Spinks

Johns Hopkins All Children’s Outpatient Care 4550 Colonial Blvd., Fort Myers (727) 767-8181

Minimally Invasive Spinal Surgery, Brain Injury

PEDIATRIC ORTHOPAEDIC SURGERY

LEE COUNTY

Amy J. Harlow

Pediatric Orthopedics of Southwest Florida 15821 Hollyfern Court, Fort Myers (239) 432-5100

F. Brett Shannon

Pediatric Orthopedics of Southwest Florida 15821 Hollyfern Court, Fort Myers (239) 432-5100

Sports Injuries

PEDIATRIC OTOLARYNGOLOGY

LEE COUNTY

Andreas Werle

Lee Physician Group 16410 Healthpark Commons Drive, Fort Myers (239) 343-7454

Airway Disorders, Hearing Disorders, Sinus Disorders, Tonsil/Adenoid Disorders, Voice Disorders

PEDIATRIC PULMONOLOGY

LEE COUNTY

Oscar A. Alea Children’s Specialists of Florida Pulmonology and Sleep Medicine 12748 University Drive, Fort Myers (239) 437-5500

Cystic Fibrosis

PEDIATRICS

COLLIER COUNTY

Dawn Bertram-Stewart

Healthcare Network 1845 Veterans Park Drive, Naples (239) 658-3000

Reisha F. Brown

Healthcare Network 1845 Veterans Park Drive, Naples (239) 658-3000

Adela M. De Vera

Healthcare Network 1441 Heritage Blvd., Immokalee (239) 658-3000

Sobia Najm Masoud

Beachside Pediatrics of Naples 2940 Immokalee Road, Suite 2, Naples (239) 598-5750

Newborn Care, Primary Care

LEE COUNTY

John A. Distasio

Lee Physician Group

4751 S. Cleveland Ave., Fort Myers (239) 343-9888

ADD/ADHD, Newborn Care, Asthma, Obesity in Adolescents

Denise Drago

Lee Physician Group 4751 S. Cleveland Ave., Fort Myers (239) 343-9888

Pierre Loredo

Lee Physician Group 4751 S. Cleveland Ave., Fort Myers (239) 343-9888

Georgia Rocha-Rodriguez Physicians’ Primary Care of Southwest Florida 5700 Lee Blvd., Lehigh Acres (239) 481-5437

Stanley L. Wiggins

Physicians’ Primary Care of Southwest Florida 1261 Viscaya Parkway, Cape Coral (239) 573-7337

William Daniel Wood

Lee Physician Group 4751 S. Cleveland Ave., Fort Myers (239) 343-9888

PHYSICAL MEDICINE & REHABILITATION

COLLIER COUNTY

Colin Kanar

Rehabilitation Associates of Naples 11983 Tamiami Trail N., Suite 100D, Naples (239) 593-0918

Pain Management, Pain-Back & Neck, Sports Medicine, Stroke Rehabilitation

David W. Krueger

Collier Neurologic Specialists 3200 Bailey Lane, Suite 200, Naples (239) 262-1721

Pain-Musculoskeletal, Pain Management

LEE COUNTY

Elizabeth Efthimiou

Lee Health Rehabilitation Hospital 2776 Cleveland Ave., Fort Myers (239) 343-2686

Hospital Medicine, Integrative Medicine, Pain Medicine

Kenneth J. Galang 13710 Metropolis Ave., Suite 110, Fort Myers (239) 225-0129

Pain Management, Pain-Low Back, Pain-Neck

Robert T. O’Leary

Physicians Regional Medical Group 24231 Walden Center Drive, Suite 201, Floor 2, Bonita Springs (239) 348-4221

Knee & Shoulder Pain, Musculoskeletal Injuries, Joint Pain-Minimally Invasive

Therapy, Arthritis, Pain Management

Neil R. Schultz

Rehab and Pain

Management Services 4755 Summerlin Road, Suite 4, Fort Myers (239) 278-5700

Pain-Back & Neck, Arthritis

PLASTIC SURGERY

COLLIER COUNTY

Leopoldo M. Baccaro

Naples Plastic Surgery 1250 Pine Ridge Road, Suite 101C, Naples (239) 566-2611

Breast Cosmetic Surgery, Rhinoplasty, Eyelid Surgery/ Blepharoplasty, Botox & Fillers

Andrew M. Bonett

Naples Plastic Surgery 1250 Pine Ridge Road, Suite 101C, Naples (239) 566-2611

Cosmetic & Reconstructive Surgery, Breast Reconstruction, Mohs Reconstruction, Cosmetic Surgery

Paul M. Gardner

Naples Plastic Surgery 1250 Pine Ridge Road, Suite 101C, Naples (239) 566-2611

Cosmetic Surgery-Face & Body, Breast Augmentation, Liposuction & Body Contouring, Rhinoplasty, Facial Plastic Surgery, Kybella, Facelift, Breast Revision, Labiaplasty

Kent V. Hasen

Aesthetic Plastic Surgery & Med Spa of Naples 3699 Airport-Pulling Road N., Naples (239) 262-5662

Cosmetic Surgery-Face,

Breast Cosmetic & Reconstructive Surgery, Liposuction & Body Contouring, Body Contouring after Weight Loss, CoolSculpting, Kybella, Telemedicine

Manuel M. Pena

Pena Plastic Surgery 6370 Pine Ridge Road, Suite 101, Naples (239) 348-7362

Breast Augmentation, Liposuction & Body Contouring, Cosmetic Surgery-Face, Botox, Rhinoplasty, Laser SurgerySkin Resurfacing, Facial Rejuvenation, Tummy Tuck/ Abdominoplasty, 3D Imaging in Plastic Surgery

Andrew E. Turk

Naples Cosmetic Surgery Center 6376 Pine Ridge Road, Suite 175, Naples (239) 316-1689

Cosmetic Surgery-Face, Breast Augmentation, Liposuction & Body Contouring, Facial Rejuvenation

Mark Walsh

Naples Plastic Surgery 1250 Pine Ridge Road, Suite 101C, Naples (239) 566-2611

Reconstructive Surgery, Breast Cosmetic Surgery, Facial Cosmetic Surgery, Cosmetic Surgery-Body

LEE COUNTY

Audrey Farahmand Farahmand Plastic Surgery 12411 Brantley Commons Court, Fort Myers (239) 332-2388

Cosmetic Surgery-Face & Body, Breast Augmentation,

Facial Rejuvenation, Liposuction & Body Contouring, Facial Plastic Surgery

Ralph R. Garramone

Garramone Plastic Surgery

12998 S. Cleveland Ave., Fort Myers (239) 482-1900

Breast Augmentation, Cosmetic Surgery-Breast, Cosmetic Surgery-Face & Body, Fillers & Injectables, Liposuction & Body Contouring

Lorraine M. Golosow

Associates in Cosmetic Surgery 6842 International Center Blvd., Fort Myers (239) 939-5233

Cosmetic Surgery, Breast Augmentation, Abdominoplasty, Liposuction, Facial Rejuvenation

Michael K. Kim

Associates in Cosmetic Surgery 6842 International Center Blvd., Fort Myers (239) 939-5233

Breast Augmentation, Liposuction & Body Contouring, Facial Rejuvenation, Cosmetic Surgery

Pedro Vieira

Advanced Dermatology and Cosmetic Surgery 632 Del Prado Blvd. N., Suite 201, Cape Coral (866) 400-3376

Rhinoplasty, Facelift, Breast Cosmetic Surgery, Tummy Tuck/Abdominoplasty

PSYCHIATRY

COLLIER COUNTY

Richard J. Capiola

704 Goodlette-Frank Road N., Suite 222, Naples (239) 649-7494

Anxiety & Depression

Marlene Steinberg

780 5th Ave. S., Suite 200, Naples (413) 695-6283

Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, Dissociative Disorders, Anxiety & Mood Disorders, Stress Management

LEE COUNTY

Jerry S. Kantor

3949 Evans Ave., Suite 203, Fort Myers (239) 936-3202

Anxiety Disorders, Addiction/ Substance Abuse, Panic Disorder

Jitka Vasek

3949 Evans Ave., Suite 203, Fort Myers (239) 936-3202

Telemedicine, Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, Depression, Anxiety Disorders, Bipolar/Mood Disorders

PULMONARY DISEASE

COLLIER COUNTY

Sadiq Al-Nakeeb

Millennium Physician Group 6101 Pine Ridge Road, Naples (239) 315-7123

Asthma, Chronic Obstructive Lung Disease (COPD), Critical Care, Sleep Disorders/Apnea

Vinay M. Patel

Meliora Healthcare 708 Goodlette-Frank Road, Floor 2, Naples (239) 212-0824

Bronchiectasis, Mycobacterial Infections, Lung Cancer, Robotic Bronchoscopy, Asthma, Chronic Obstructive Lung Disease (COPD), Interstitial Lung Disease, Cough-Chronic, Sleep Disorders

LEE COUNTY

Ashish Adi

Lee Physician Group 16420 Health Park Commons Drive, Fort Myers (239) 985-1925

Lung Disease, Critical Care, Sleep Disorders

Joseph C. Daley

Pulmonary Consultants of Southwest Florida 1031 S.E. 9th Place, Suite 2, Cape Coral (239) 574-2644

Bronchoscopy, Sleep Disorders/Apnea

Houtan Sareh

HealthPark Medical Center 9981 S. Healthpark Drive, Fort Myers (239) 985-1925

Hospital Medicine, Chronic Obstructive Lung Disease (COPD), Lung Cancer, Sleep Disorders/Apnea

Kenneth A. Tolep

Lee Physician Group 16420 Health Park Commons Drive, Fort Myers (239) 985-1925

Asthma, Pulmonary Hypertension, Chronic Obstructive Lung Disease (COPD), Sleep Disorders/Apnea

RADIATION ONCOLOGY

COLLIER COUNTY

Michael C. Hanus

Inspire Oncology

8625 Collier Blvd., Suite 102, Naples (239) 429-0100

Prostate Cancer, Breast Cancer, Gastrointestinal Cancer, Genitourinary Cancer, Skin Cancer, Head & Neck Cancer

Timothy L. Kerwin

Inspire Oncology

8625 Collier Blvd., Suite 102, Naples (239) 429-0100

Prostate Cancer, Breast Cancer, Lung Cancer, Colon & Rectal Cancer, Head & Neck Cancer

Bruce M. Nakfoor

Inspire Oncology

8625 Collier Blvd., Suite 102, Naples (239) 429-0100

Prostate Cancer, Breast Cancer, Gastrointestinal Cancer, Genitourinary Cancer, Skin Cancer, Head & Neck Cancer, Testicular Cancer

LEE COUNTY

Alan L. Brown

Advocate Radiation Oncology 15681 New Hampshire Court, Fort Myers (239) 437-1977

Prostate Cancer, Breast Cancer, Lung Cancer, Colon & Rectal Cancer, Clinical Trials

Arie P. Dosoretz

Advocate Radiation Oncology 15681 New Hampshire Court, Fort Myers (239) 437-1977

Graciela Garton

Advocate Radiation Oncology 909 Del Prado Blvd. S., Cape Coral (239) 317-2772

Constantine A. Mantz GenesisCare 7341 Gladiolus Drive, Fort Myers (239) 489-3420

Breast Cancer, Prostate Cancer, Lung Cancer, Gynecologic Cancers

Keith L. Miller

GenesisCare 7341 Gladiolus Drive, Fort Myers (239) 489-3420

Lung Cancer, Prostate Cancer, Breast Cancer, Gastrointestinal Cancer, Colon & Rectal Cancer, Head & Neck Cancer

Kristina L. Mirabeau-Beale GenesisCare 8931 Colonial Center Drive, Suite 100, Fort Myers (239) 489-3420

Breast Cancer, Skin Cancer, Lung Cancer, Gastrointestinal Cancer, Gynecologic Cancers

James H. Rubenstein

Advocate Radiation Oncology 15681 New Hampshire Court, Fort Myers (239) 437-1977

Breast Cancer, Prostate Cancer, Colon & Rectal Cancer, Head & Neck Cancer

REPRODUCTIVE ENDOCRINOLOGY/ INFERTILITY

COLLIER COUNTY

Connie E. Alford Bartruff IVF MD

1265 Creekside Parkway, Suite 202, Naples (239) 687-5600

Infertility

LEE COUNTY

Jacob L. Glock

Southwest Florida Fertility Center 15730 New Hampshire Court, Suite 101, Fort Myers (239) 561-3430

Infertility-IVF, Menstrual Disorders, Miscarriage-Recurrent

Craig R. Sweet Specialists in Reproductive Medicine & Surgery 12611 World Plaza Lane, Building 53, Fort Myers (239) 275-8118

Infertility-IVF, Preimplantation Genetic Diagnosis

RHEUMATOLOGY

COLLIER COUNTY

Jeffrey A. Alper 6605 Hillway Circle, Suite 101, Naples (239) 262-6550

Rheumatoid Arthritis, Fibromyalgia, Osteoporosis

Alain Alvarez 6605 Hillway Circle, Suite 101, Naples (239) 262-6550

Orthopaedics-Non Surgical, Musculoskeletal Ultrasound, Inflammatory Arthritis, Rheumatoid Arthritis, Psoriatic Arthritis, Lupus/SLE, Polymyalgia Rheumatica, Ankylosing Spondylitis, Vasculitis

Aleksandra Granath Naples Rheumatology 5495 Bryson Drive, Suite 423, Naples (239) 430-5522

Rheumatoid Arthritis, Psoriatic Arthritis, Scleroderma, Lupus/SLE, Musculoskeletal Ultrasound, Osteoporosis

LEE COUNTY

Edwin Michel Aquino Lee Physician Group Department of Rheumatology, Fort Myers (239) 343-9633

Rheumatoid Arthritis, Osteoarthritis, Gout, Lupus/SLE

SLEEP MEDICINE

LEE COUNTY

Fariha Abbasi-Feinberg Millennium Physician Group 13813 Metro Parkway, Fort Myers (239) 936-1343

Sleep Disorders, Sleep Disorders/Apnea, Narcolepsy, Insomnia

SPORTS MEDICINE

COLLIER COUNTY

Luga Podesta

Bluetail Medical Group 1875 Veterans Park Drive, Suite 2201, Naples (239) 631-1960

Sports Injuries, Musculoskeletal Injuries, Trauma, Telemedicine

SURGERY

COLLIER COUNTY

Robert A. Grossman

NCH General Surgery 311 9th St. N., Naples (239) 624-4650

Gallbladder Surgery, Bariatric/Obesity Surgery

Mark A. Liberman

Liberman Advanced Surgical 1890 S.W. Health Parkway, Suite 201, Naples (239) 264-7150

Bariatric/Obesity Surgery, Laparoscopic Surgery, Breast Surgery, General Surgery

Justin Warner

Precisions Surgical Group 2335 Tamiami Trail N., Suite 501, Naples (239) 237-4417

General Surgery

LEE COUNTY

Rie Aihara

Gulfstream Urology 14320 Metropolis Ave., Suite 1, Fort Myers (239) 277-5770

Concierge Medicine, Weight Management

SURGICAL ONCOLOGY

LEE COUNTY

P. Mark Bloomston

Lee Physician Group 8925 Colonial Central Drive, Fort Myers (239) 343-7400

Hepatobiliary Surgery, Liver Cancer, Pancreatic Cancer, Neuroendocrine Tumors

David C. Ritter

Melanoma Center of Hope 9776 Bonita Beach Road S.E., Suite 102, Bonita Springs (239) 949-1777

Melanoma, Sentinel Node Surgery, Skin Cancer, Merkel Cell Carcinoma

Natalia Spinelli

Precision Healthcare Specialists 13813 Metro Parkway, Suite C, Fort Myers (239) 215-4101

Breast Surgery, Breast Cancer, Nipple Sparing Mastectomy

THORACIC & CARDIAC SURGERY

COLLIER COUNTY

Scot C. Schultz

Physicians Regional Medical Group 6101 Pine Ridge Road, Naples (239) 348-4221

Cardiothoracic Surgery, Coronary Artery Surgery, Lung Surgery, Heart Valve Surgery, Cardiac Surgery-Adult, Cardiac Tumors, Myxomas, Heart Valve Surgery

Percutaneous, Hyperhidrosis

LEE COUNTY

Michael DeFrain

Lee Physician Group 9981 S. HealthPark Drive, Suite 156, Fort Myers (239) 343-6341

Minimally Invasive Cardiac Surgery, Minimally Invasive Thoracic Surgery, Heart Valve Surgery, Lung Surgery

UROGYNECOLOGY/ FEMALE PELVIC MEDICINE & RECONSTRUCTIVE SURGERY

COLLIER COUNTY

Joseph Gauta

Florida Bladder Institute 1890 S.W. Health Parkway, Suite 205, Naples (239) 449-7979

Incontinence-Urinary, Laparoscopic Surgery, Pelvic Floor Reconstruction, Pelvic Organ Prolapse Repair

UROLOGY

COLLIER COUNTY

Laura A. Chang Kit Encore Urology 11181 Health Park Blvd., Suite 1115, Naples (239) 597-4440

Urology-Female, Incontinence-Male & Female, Pelvic Organ Prolapse Repair, Reconstructive Surgery, Voiding Dysfunction, Urethral Stricture, Peyronie’s Disease

Joanna K. Chon

Advanced Urology Institute 1035 Piper Ave., Suite 101, Naples (239) 465-4157

Urogynecology, Pelvic Organ Prolapse Repair, Voiding Dysfunction

William M. Figlesthaler

Encore Urology

11181 Health Park Blvd., Suite 1115, Naples (239) 597-4440

Robotic Surgery, Prostate Cancer, Laparoscopic Surgery, Vasectomy & Vasectomy Reversal, Erectile Dysfunction, Telemedicine

Jonathan K. Jay

Advanced Urology Institute 1035 Piper Blvd., Suite 101, Naples (239) 465-4157

Urology-Female, Incontinence, Reconstructive Surgery, Voiding Dysfunction

David K. Ornstein

Precision Healthcare Specialists 311 9th St., Suite 200, Naples (239) 241-9955

Urologic Cancer, Robotic Surgery, Prostate Cancer

Rolando Rivera

Advanced Urology Institute 1035 Piper Blvd., Suite 101, Naples (239) 465-4157

Robotic Surgery, Men’s Health, Urology-Female

Paulos Yohannes

Encore Urology

11181 Health Park Blvd., Suite 1115, Naples (239) 597-4440

Endourology, Kidney Stones,

Reconstructive Surgery, Robotic Surgery, Urologic Cancer, Telemedicine

LEE COUNTY

James D. Borden

Lee Physician Group 507 Del Prado Blvd. S., Cape Coral (239) 424-2030

Prostate Cancer, Bladder Cancer, Kidney Stones, Incontinence, Laparoscopic Surgery

Joseph C. Klink

Lee Physician Group 8931 Colonial Center Drive, Suite 401, Fort Myers (239) 396-8930

Urologic Cancer

Alejandro Miranda-Sousa Urology Experts

12995 S. Cleveland Ave., Suite 184, Fort Myers (239) 226-2727

Neuro-Urology, Urodynamics, Urologic Cancer

VASCULAR & INTERVENTIONAL RADIOLOGY

LEE COUNTY

Philip Amatulle

Radiology Regional Center 14551 Hope Center Loop, Suite 100, Fort Myers (239) 936-2316

VASCULAR SURGERY

COLLIER COUNTY

Hiranya A. Rajasinghe

Vascular Group of Naples 2350 Vanderbilt Beach Road, Naples (239) 216-8822

Aneurysm-Aortic, Angioplasty & Stent Placement, Carotid Endarterectomy

James M. Scanlon

Naples Vascular Specialists 130 9th St. N., Suite 120, Naples (239) 649-0550

Vein Disorders, Endovascular Surgery

LEE COUNTY

Anthony J. D’Angelo

Surgical Specialists of Southwest Florida 6821 Palisades Park Court, Suite 1, Fort Myers (239) 936-8555

Vein Disorders

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TOP DOCTORS PROFILES

CONGRATULATIONS TO OUR 2025 TOP DOCTORS.

In this section, you will find those Castle Connolly’s Top Doctors who have been chosen to share more information with you about their practice and expertise. Read on to learn more about these extraordinary medical professionals.

CARDIAC ELECTROPHYSIOLOGY

Kenneth W. Plunkitt, M.D. ................. 133

Andrew Yin, M.D. 134

DERMATOLOGY

Keith Benbenisty, M.D., FAAD 123

Hugh Gloster, M.D., FAAD .................. 126

Laertes Manuelidis, M.D. 129

Anne Marie Tremaine, M.D. FAAD... 131

Daniel Wasserman, M.D., FAAD, FACMS 131

Vivian Wong, M.D., PhD ....................... 131

Cindi Yag-Howard, M.D., FAAD 122

FAMILY MEDICINE

Lindita Hobdari, M.D. 128

INTERNAL MEDICINE

Joseph Bandeira, M.D. 111

Diane Brzezinski, D.O. 123

Nena M. Korunda, M.D. ........................ 116

Ziad Shahla, M.D., MBA, FACP 121

NEPHROLOGY

James Reid Sterrett, M.D. 131

NEUROLOGY

Mark Frenkel, M.D 125

Igor Levy-Reis, M.D. 118

OBSTETRICS & GYNECOLOGY

Blane Crandall, M.D. 124

OPHTHALMOLOGY

Lynn K. Byerly, M.D. 132

Michael J. Collins Jr., M.D., FACS 112

Mark Gorovoy, M.D.. ............................ 133

Nadia A. Kazim, M.D. 115

Paul M. Rougraff, M.D. 134

Jeffrey L. Zimm, M.D. 134

Farrell C. Tyson, M.D., FACS 132

Marilyn A. Márquez, M.D. .................. 129

ORTHOPAEDIC SURGERY

Steven S. Goldberg, M.D. 127

James J. Guerra, M.D. ...........................127

LugaPodesta, M.D. 130

PAIN MEDICINE

Scott Fuchs, D.O. .................................... 113

Zdenko Korunda, M.D. 117

PHYSICAL MEDICINE AND REHABILITATION SPECIALTY

Kenneth J. Galang, M.D.. 125

PLASTIC SURGERY

Leopoldo Baccaro, M.D. 119

Andrew Bonett, M.D. ............................ 119

Paul M. Gardner, M.D. 119

Ralph Garramone, M.D., FACS 114

Michael K. Kim, M.D. 128

Stephen Prendiville, M.D. 120

Mark Walsh, M.D. .................................. 119

PSYCHIATRY

Richard J. Capiola, M.D. 124

REPRODUCTIVE ENDOCRINOLOGY

Jacob L. Glock, M.D., FACOG 133

UROGYNECOLOGY/FEMALE PELVIC MEDICINE & RECONSTRUCTIVE

SURGERY

Joseph Gauta, M.D. 126

UROLOGY

Joanna K. Chon, M.D., FACS 132

Jonathan K. Jay, M.D. 133

Rolando Rivera, M.D. ........................... 134

VASCULAR SURGERY

Hiranya A. Rajasinghe, M.D. 130

Joseph Bandeira, M.D.

PREMIER MEDICAL WELLNESS

Dr. Joseph Bandeira is a dual board-certified physician specializing in personalized, ageoptimizing care through advanced hormone therapy and medical weight loss.

He completed his Internal Medicine Residency at Saint Peter’s University Hospital in New Brunswick, New Jersey. Motivated by a deep commitment to healthy aging, he pursued a Geriatric Medicine Fellowship at Indiana University School of Medicine in Indianapolis, Indiana. During this period, he developed a strong interest in biomedical engineering and contributed to several peer-reviewed publications through collaborative research.

In 2016, Dr. Bandeira relocated to Naples, where he built a reputation as Medical Director of Geriatrics at NCH. Upon the conclusion of his tenure, he established his own private practice, originally known as Premier Medical Concierge. In 2022, he introduced Biote® pellet-based Bioidentical Hormone Replacement Therapy (BHRT), helping clients restore energy, strength, and vitality. In 2023, he launched a comprehensive medical weight loss program centered around a next-generation GLP-1/GIP therapy—a dual-action medication shown to outperform earlier treatments–supported by structured dietary planning and lifestyle coaching to promote sustainable fat loss and reduce cardiometabolic risk.

After witnessing the life-changing results achieved by clients in both programs, Dr. Bandeira expanded access beyond exclusive membership and rebranded his practice in 2024 as Premier Medical Wellness—a name that reflects his broader mission to deliver physician-led, evidencebased care focused on vitality and longevity.

Dr. Bandeira’s dual-board certification ensures a rare blend of medical depth, responsiveness, and personalized attention—empowering every client to feel stronger, live longer, and age on their own terms.

SPECIALTIES

Physician-supervised Medical Weight Loss

Bioidentical Hormone Replacement Therapy (BHRT)

Healthy Aging-Focused Healthcare

EDUCATION

Bachelor of Arts from Rutgers University, New Brunswick, New Jersey

Doctor of Medicine (MD) program at Universidad Iberoamericana –UNIBE

San Jose, Costa Rica

RESIDENCY

Internal Medicine Residency at Saint Peter’s University Hospital, New Brunswick, New Jersey

Geriatric Medicine Fellowship at Indiana University School of Medicine, Indianapolis, Indiana

PUBLICATIONS

Computational and Structural Biotechnology Journal (Quantum Biology Special Issue) – Submitted 2025

Nature—Scientific Reports, Vol 11

Journal of Biomedical Science and Engineering, Vol 10

The Science of Hormesis in Health and Longevity (contributor)

AWARDS

Castle Connolly Top Doc 2023-2025

LOCATION

9655 Tamiami Trail N. Suite 202 Naples, FL 34108

(239) 631-6780

premiermedwellness.com

SPECIALTIES

Refractive Cataract Surgery

Custom LASIK and ASA

EDUCATION

Medical School

Vanderbilt University

Ophthalmology Residency

Emory University

Fellowship Training

Ophthalmology Fellowship in Cornea and Refractive Surgery

Durrie Vision

AWARDS

Castle Connolly

Top Doctor Award 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025

LOCATIONS

6900 International Center Blvd. Fort Myers, FL 33912

875 105th Avenue North. Naples, FL 34108

3665 Tamiami Trail #101 Punta Gorda, FL 33950

239.936.4706 collinsvision.com

Michael J. Collins, M.D., FACS

COLLINS VISION

Dr. Michael J. Collins, Jr. is the founder and medical director of Collins Vision, a premier, fullservice eye care practice with locations in Fort Myers, Naples, and Punta Gorda, Florida. He is certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology and fellowship-trained in cornea, cataract, and refractive surgery, making him Southwest Florida’s trusted eye surgeon since 2004.

Dr. Collins specializes in Refractive Cataract Surgery, where the goal is to remove the cataract and reduce dependency on glasses simultaneously. Refractive Cataract Surgery is an advanced procedure that goes above and beyond traditional cataract surgery to deliver exceptional results designed to fit your unique vision goals and lifestyle. Additionally, as a refractive specialist, he has significant experience in customized LASIK, which offers the opportunity for visual freedom without the restrictions of glasses and contacts.

While the practice has certainly grown these past 20 years, their commitment to providing a positive, memorable experience to every patient remains unchanged. Dr. Collins is as committed today as he was when he started the practice with the goal of being the very best, because being “good” is not good enough. At Collins Vision, they want each patient to see the good in all of life’s moments with the vision they deserve. See the Good. See the Difference at Collins Vision.

Scott Fuchs, DO

KORUNDA PAIN MANAGEMENT CENTER

Dr. Scott Fuchs found his passion in medicine treating injuries and pain so patients can return to their active and pain-free lifestyles. His focus lies in restoring function to his Southwest Florida patients, and patients from all around the country. Dr. Fuchs maximized his training in Osteopathic Medicine and Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation (PM&R) to create a blend of expertise with non-surgical orthopedics and spine degeneration for a medical practice tailor made for Pain Management.

Dr. Fuchs is Double Board Certified in both PM&R and Pain Management. He started his education as a University of Florida Gator who graduated Magna Cum Laude before enrolling at Rowan University School of Osteopathic Medicine, graduating with honors. He was a resident at Temple University PM&R before completing a Fellowship in Pain Management at Medical College of Virginia. He has been practicing in Naples since 2011 at Korunda Pain Management Center, and more recently performing minimally invasive procedures at North Naples Surgery Center.

Dr. Fuchs techniques include fluoroscopically or ultrasound guided spine procedures including Minimally Invasive Lumbar Decompression (MILD), spinal cord stimulation, epidurals, radiofrequency ablations, and more. He uses regenerative techniques for joints and tendons with Platelet Rich Plasma. He also performs guided Botox injections for headaches or spasticity, and peripheral nerve testing with EMG/Nerve conduction studies.

SPECIALTIES

Interventional Pain Medicine

Board Certified in Pain Medicine and Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation by American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation

AWARDS

Castle Connolly Top Doctors 2023-2025

Naples Illustrated Top Doctors 2018-2025

LOCATIONS

Korunda Pain Management Center 4513 Executive Drive Naples, FL 34119

6050 Collier Blvd. Ste 153 Naples, FL 34114 239.591.2803 korundapmc.com

North Naples Surgery Center 4513 Executive Drive, Third Floor Naples, FL 34119 northnaplessurgerycenter.com

SPECIALTIES

Global Facial Optimization

Face Lift | Neck Lift | Brow Lift | Lip Lift

Body Contouring Expert

Fat Transfer

Drainless Tummy Tuck

Breast Augmentation Specialist

Renuvion

Rhinoplasty

Brazilian Butt Lift

Stem Cell Therapy

Master Injectors

Southwest FL #1 Medical Gym & Spa

EDUCATION

University of Connecticut School of Medicine, General Surgery Residency 1987-1993

Brown University/Rhode Island Hospital, Plastic Surgery Residency 1993-1995

University of Utah Craniofacial Fellowship 1995-1996

New York University Fellowship 1996-1997

AWARDS

Castle Connolly's "Top Doctor" 2008-2025

SWFL Top Doctor Award 2000-2023

Best Plastic Surgeon in SWFL 2014-2023 News-Press Best of awards

RealSelf Top Doctor Recognition

New Beauty Award 2020-2025

Voted America's Best in Newsweek 2022-2024 Best Plastic Surgeon 2022-2024 Breast Augmentation 2022-2024 Rhinoplasty 2024 Liposuction

LOCATION

12998 S. Cleveland Ave.

Fort Myers, FL 33907

239.482.1900 garramone.com

Ralph Garramone, M.D. FACS

BOARD CERTIFIED PLASTIC SURGEON

Fort Myers based Plastic Surgeon Dr. Ralph Garramone is an innovative and renowned Plastic Surgeon with over 25 years of experience, he is board-certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery. He is known as Southwest Florida’s “Best” plastic surgeon. His office is located in Fort Myers, Florida.

Dr. Garramone specializes in aesthetic/cosmetic plastic surgery of the face, breast and body. His reputation for excellence locally and nationally shows in his beautiful results. His medical approach is centered around utilizing the latest techniques and using the most modern technology.

Dr. Garramone and his staff pride themselves on determining the best surgical and non-surgical treatments utilizing his years of experience. His meticulous surgical skills and artistic approach have made him a highly recognized plastic surgeon throughout the United States.

AAAASF®-Accredited Surgery Facility – Recognized as the Gold Standard for providing the highest level of safety and quality in ambulatory surgical care.

Nadia Kazim, M.D., FACS

OPHTHALMIC PLASTIC AND ORBITAL SURGERY

Dr. Nadia Kazim is a dedicated, fellowship trained, eyelid and facial plastic surgeon who recently joined Dr. Stephen Laquis, MD, FACS at Ophthalmic Plastic and Orbital Surgery. Dr. Kazim is one of the only female fellows of the esteemed American Society of Ophthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery in Southwest Florida, a society that boasts only 500 members nationally. Dr. Nadia Kazim and Dr. Stephen Laquis provide the most comprehensive and specialized care in the field of oculoplastic surgery in Southwest Florida.

Dr. Kazim has performed more than 15,000 surgical and non-surgical procedures, as she brings an enhanced level of expertise to cosmetic and reconstructive procedures of the eyelids. She specializes in blepharoplasty surgery, which is the removal of excess eyelid skin that may impair a person’s vision. She also performs surgical procedures to correct drooping upper and lower eyelids as well as the removal and reconstruction of various eyelid cancers. In addition to surgery, Dr. Kazim is an expert injector of Botox® and fillers and has a keen interest in skin rejuvenation. She is a published author in her field with numerous contributions to a variety of ophthalmic plastic surgery textbooks and journals.

Dr. Kazim prides herself in providing her patients with compassionate and personal attention. She is honored to receive the Castle Connolly Top Doctor award for eleven years in a row as well as the Castle Connolly Exceptional Women in Medicine award, which recognizes the top 2% of female physicians nationally.

SPECIALTIES

Oculoplastic Surgery

Board Certified in Ophthalmology

Esteemed Member of American Society of Ophthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery (ASOPRS)

EDUCATION

Ophthalmology Residency

Kresge Eye Institute

Wayne State University

Fellowship Training in Ophthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery

Consultants in Ophthalmic and Facial Plastic Surgery William Beaumont Hospital

AWARDS

Top Doctor by Castle Connolly 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025

Exceptional Women in Medicine by Castle Connolly 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025

Bonita's Best Eyelid Surgeon by the News-Press Media Group 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020

America's Top Ophthalmologists by Consumers Research Council of America 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017

LOCATION

7331 College Pkwy Suite 200 Fort Myers, FL 33907 239.947.4042 laquis.net

SPECIALTIES

Internal Medicine

Board Certified in Internal Medicine by American Board of Internal Medicine

AWARDS

Castle Connolly Regional Top Doctor 2018-2025

Collier County Medical Society Physcian of the Year 2023

Collier County Medical Society President's Award 2024

America's Most Honored Doctor 2020-2024

Most Compassionate Doctor 2010-2021

Patient's Choice Award 2008-2021

Who's Who in America America's Top Physicians

SOCIETY MEMBERSHIPS

American Medical Association

American College of Physicians

Florida Medical Association

Collier County Medical Society

LOCATIONS

Main Office:

4513 Executive Drive, Second Floor Naples, FL 34119

Bonita Springs Office: 26741 Dublin Woods Circle

Bonita Springs, FL 34135

239.431.6464 korundamd.com

Nena N. Korunda, M.D., F.A.C.P.

KORUNDA MEDICAL INSTITUTE

At the age of 18, Dr. Nena Korunda enrolled in the University of Zagreb School of Medicine and graduated in 1995 at the top of her class. While completing her internship in Croatia, she studied for the Croatian state licensing exam and took the USMLE tests that qualified her to enter the Internal Medicine Residency Program at Cleveland Clinic Health System in Cleveland, Ohio. She then had the privilege to join the Cleveland Clinic Naples in 2005, later taken over by Physicians Regional Medical Center. Finally, she opened the Korunda Medical Institute with the promise to deliver excellent healthcare to her patients. In addition to practicing medicine, Dr. Nena, along with her family members, founded “Little Angels Worldwide” (LAW), a nonprofit organization formed to help orphanages in Croatia and Nigeria run by Carmelite Nuns. Dr. Korunda is also a Vice-Chair of the CCMS Health Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Committee, Board Member of Physician Led Access Network of Collier County and Clinical Preceptor for NOVA Southeastern University PA program. Dr. Nena is a recipient of numerous distinctive awards, including Physician of the Year by CCMS. Her greatest and the most fulfilling accomplishment in her life is being a mother to three wonderful children: Dominik, Isabella and Sophia alongside her husband and colleague Zdenko Korunda, M.D.

Zdenko Korunda, M.D .

KORUNDA PAIN MANAGEMENT CENTER

Dr. Zdenko Korunda strives to deliver the highest quality of comprehensive care for those suffering with chronic or acute pain.

Dr. Korunda earned a medical degree at the University of Zagreb School of Medicine in Croatia, and in pursuit of the highest-quality training, he moved from Croatia to Cleveland, Ohio, where he joined the world-renowned Cleveland Clinic Foundation Pain Management Program. He had the privilege of being trained by the best in the field of Interventional Pain Management. This experience enabled him to bring the same expertise, competence, outstanding patient care, and latest interventional pain management procedures to Florida. Dr. Korunda was a founder of the Division of Pain Management at Cleveland Clinic Foundation in Naples. After the change to Physicians Regional Medical Center, he became Chairman of the Pain Management Division before opening his own state-of-the-art Korunda Pain Management Center.

Dr. Korunda is highly skilled in invasive pain procedures, with specialized experience in spinal cord stimulation for chronic pain, providing comprehensive pain management services for patients beyond Southwest Florida. Patients travel long distances to experience the outstanding results and expertise he is able to provide through his unwavering dedication to the patients and medicine as a whole. However, Dr. Korunda’s greatest and the most fulfilling accomplishment in his life are his three wonderful children: Dominik, Isabella and Sophia, alongside his wife and colleague Dr. Nena Korunda.

FL 34119 northnaplessurgerycenter.com

SPECIALTIES

Diplomate in Neurology, Neurophysiology, Geriatric Neurology and Headache Medicine

EDUCATION

Northwestern University in Chicago–Neurology

Fellowship in Neuroimaging at the National Institute of Health, Bethesda, Maryland

Fellowship in Neurophysiology at the University of Pennsylvania in Philadelphia

LOCATION

877 111th Ave. N., Suite 1 Naples, FL 34108

239.594.8002 nasamri.com

Igor Levy-Reis , M.D.

NASA MRI

Dr. Levy-Reis is board-certified in neurology and the subspecialties of geriatric neurology, neurophysiology and headache medicine. His neurology training took place at Northwestern University in Chicago, followed by a fellowship at the National Institute of Health in Bethesda, Maryland, and later a fellowship at the University of Pennsylvania in Philadelphia.

Dr. Levy-Reis is the author and co-author of several publications in peer-reviewed neurological journals, with citations in journals such as New England Journal of Medicine and Neurology. He is a Clinical Adjunct Faculty member at Lincoln Memorial University and has recently been elected a fellow of the American Academy of Neurology (FAAN) in recognition of valuable contributions to the academy and to the neurology community at large.

Dr. Levy-Reis has been practicing in Naples for the past 15 years and sees patients with a broad range of neurological diseases. He has special interest in patients with memory loss, such as Alzheimer’s disease and those with chronic headaches, particularly migraines.

Dr. Levy-Reis is a member of the International Neurotoxin Association with experience in treating migraine patients with botulin toxin. He is certified by the American Board of Neurology in neurophysiology, and by the United Council of Neurological Subspecialties in interpretation of neuroimaging studies. He’s recently certified by the United Council for Neurologic Subspecialties in Behavioral Neurology , attesting his expertise in treating patients with Dementia disorders such as Alzheimer’s and is the only neurologist in Collier county to hold this certification.

Naples Plastic Surgery

One visit to Naples Plastic Surgery is all it takes for patients to discover the steadfast commitment shown by their team. Board Certified Plastic Surgeons Dr. Andrew Bonett, Dr. Paul Gardner, Dr. Leopoldo Baccaro, and Dr. Mark Walsh understand that there are many choices when it comes to selecting a plastic surgery practice. With that in mind, they go out of their way to provide the highest quality and most comfortable experience possible.

Drs. Bonett, Gardner, Baccaro, and Walsh strive to make each patient feel like they are the only patient in the practice. Over the years, patients seeking face lifts, eyelid lifts, breast lifts, augmentations, and liposuction have enjoyed the benefits of attentive care and exceptional surgical skill.

In addition to cosmetic surgery, non-surgical aesthetic treatments such as Botox and fillers have helped many patients restore their confidence. Their surgeons’ expertise also extends to reconstructive procedures addressing skin cancer, breast cancer, and traumarelated conditions.

Naples Plastic Surgery features an in-house surgery center, offering privacy and continuity of care. For those undergoing more involved procedures, the practice provides optional overnight accommodations and at-home nursing support.

The surgeons and staff at Naples Plastic Surgery take pride in their attention to detail and personalized care. Begin the process of transforming your image with a consultation at Naples Plastic Surgery today.

1250 Pine Ridge Road, Suite 101C, Naples, FL 34108

Call or text 239.566.2611 | naplesps.com

SPECIALTIES

Deep plane facelifts, rhinoplasty, eye lifts, and reconstructive surgery.

EDUCATION

Medical Training: Georgetown University School of Medicine with Honors (Alpha Omega Alpha)

Residency: Georgetown University Department of General Surgery, Georgetown University Department of Otolaryngology Head and Neck Surgery.

Fellowship: St. Louis University, St. Louis, MO Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery

AWARDS

Castle Connolly Top Doctor

RealSelf Top Doctor

Vitals Patient Choice

LOCATION

9407 Cypress Lake Drive, Unit A Fort Myers, FL 33919

239.437.3900 drprendiville.com

Stephen Prendiville, M.D.

PRENDIVILLE FACIAL PLASTIC SURGERY

Southwest Florida's Facial Expert Dr. Stephen Prendiville is a fellowship-trained and double board-certified facial plastic surgeon based in Fort Myers, Florida. Specializing exclusively in facial plastic and reconstructive surgery, he is recognized as a top doctor for facelifts and rhinoplasty in Southwest Florida. Dr. Prendiville completed his medical education and residency at Georgetown University, followed by a Fellowship in Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery at St. Louis University. He is certified by both the American Board of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery and the American Board of Otolaryngology Head and Neck Surgery.

His practice offers a wide range of surgical procedures, including facelifts, rhinoplasty, eye lifts, and reconstructive surgery. Dr. Prendiville also provides non-surgical rejuvenation treatments such as Botox® and dermal fillers. Dr. Prendiville's state-of-the-art surgical center is accredited by the American Association for Accreditation of Ambulatory Surgical Facilities (AAAASF).

He has received multiple RealSelf Top Doctor and Vitals Patient Choice awards, published extensively in his field, and served as an instructor for advanced surgical techniques. Dr. Stephen A. Prendiville, MD has been a Castle Connolly Top Doctor since 2015. Dr. Prendiville regularly presents on his facial plastic surgical techniques at national meetings. Dr. Prendiville's signature procedure is the deep plane facelift. With his expertise and commitment to naturallooking results, Dr. Prendiville offers patients the latest advances in facial plastic surgery with personalized care.

Follow him on instagram @swflfacedoctor.

Ziad Shahla, M.D., MBA, FACP

SHAHLA MEDICAL GROUP

Dr. Ziad Shahla graduated in 1988 from Damascus Medical University. He completed three years of Internal Medicine specialty program at Lutheran General Hospital, an affiliate of Chicago University in Chicago, Illinois. After which, Dr. Shahla moved to Southwest Florida in 1994 and has been practicing Medicine in his specialty ever since. Dr. Shahla was one of the top students of his class at the Medical University as well as his residency program. He has been voted as one of America’s top physicians annually for the past 20 years by the Consumers’ Research Council of America. Dr. Shahla is a Board Certified Physician by the Internal Medicine Board of the USA and attained an Executive Master of Business Administration degree from Florida Gulf Coast University in 2014. Dr. Shahla has been complimented by his patients, as well as colleagues, as an excellent diagnostician; relying on HI (Human Intelligence) using his skills to obtain all information regarding patient symptoms, performing complete physical examinations, and obtaining the pertinent laboratory and imaging studies. Dr. Shahla enjoys living in the community of SW Florida and is the proud father of four boys. Additionally, he loves traveling the world and cruising with his beautiful wife Jana Shahla.

SPECIALTIES

Physical, Sport and Wellness Exams

Pap smear, LAB

Acute illness and chronic disease management

Regular and nuclear stress tests, ECG, echocardiogram and rhythm monitoring

Joint Injections

Body Contouring using Emsculpt-NEO

Non-surgical facelift using RF Microneedling

Emface, PRP (vampire facelift) wrinkle therapy

Facial laser treatment, skin resurfacing

Pigmentation, rosacea, acne and malasma treatment

IPL and hair laser removal

LISW ED treatment, RF Vaginal rejuvenation and sexual health

No drug incontinence therapy using Emsella

Stem cell treatment and regenerative medicine

LOCATIONS

2350 Vanderbilt Beach Road, Suite 101 Naples, FL 34109

8800 Terrene Court, Suite 102 Bonita Springs, FL 34135

239.948.3444

Fax: 239.948.9028

shahlamedical.com

SPECIALTIES

Aesthetic Dermatology

Surgical Dermatology

CERTIFICATION

American Board of Dermatology

Florida Board of Medicine

EDUCATION

Duke University

University of South Florida Morsani College of Medicine

LEADERSHIP

Past President

Florida Academy of Dermatology

Past Vice President

American Academy of Dermatology (AAD)

Women's Dermatologic Society Board of Directors

American Society for Dermatologic Surgery (ASDS)

Noah Worcester Dermatologic Society

Florida Society for Dermatologic Surgeons

AWARDS AND HONORS

Cambridge Who's Who Lifetime Member

Castle Connolly Top Doctor

Gulfshore Life Top Doctor

Gulfshore Life Best Injectables

Gulfshore Life Face of Derm & Aesthetics

Naples Illustrated Top Doctor

AAD Presidential Citations

ASDS Presidential Citation

AAD Patient Care Hero

AAD Member Making a Difference

AMA Inspirational Leadership

America’s Best Physicians

LOCATION

1000 Goodlette Road N., Suite 100 Naples, FL 34102

239.529.DERM (3376) yhderm.com

Cyndi Yag-Howard, M.D., FAAD

YAG-HOWARD COSMETIC DERMATOLOGY

Yag-Howard Cosmetic Dermatology (YHCD) is proud to be named “Best Injectables” in Collier County for the past several years. With over 25 years of experience and hundreds of five-star reviews, board-certified dermatologist Dr. Cyndi Yag-Howard has become one of the most trusted names in aesthetics in Southwest Florida and is renowned nationally and internationally for her leadership and expertise in aesthetic and surgical dermatology. She and her team of skin health experts at YHCD combine artistry with medical expertise to help patients look as vibrant and youthful as they feel.

Dr. Cyndi and Mona Entezari, PA-C, treat the face and body with advanced injectable techniques, lasers, and energy-based devices to sculpt, smooth, tighten, lift, tone, and improve skin quality as only qualified experts can. In collaboration with licensed aesthetician Lisa Gorman, your personalized treatment plan will feature expertly curated MedSpa services—such as microneedling, chemical peels, and HydraFacials—designed to rejuvenate your skin and enhance your youthful glow.

The goal? A refreshed, radiant version of you—natural looking and never overdone. “In Naples, our patients are social, active, and energetic. They want to look as great on the outside as they feel on the inside,” says Dr. Cyndi. “We’re here to make that happen. At YHCD, we offer a personalized path to renewed confidence.”

KEITH BENBENISTY, M.D., FAAD

Born and raised in Atlanta, Georgia, Dr. Keith Benbenisty joined Associates In Dermatology in 2005. After graduating cum laude from the University of Georgia, Dr. Benbenisty earned his medical degree from the Medical College of Georgia and served a medical/surgical internship at Atlanta Medical Center. He then went on to spend a year as a research fellow in Immunodermatoloy Lab at Duke University and later complete his residency at the Medical University of South Carolina. Today, his professional interests include cutaneous oncology, immunobullous dermatoses, and dermatologic surgery. Dr. Benbenisty is Board Certified by the American Board of Dermatology, and 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 authored several book chapters on skin disease.

ASSOCIATES IN DERMATOLOGY

Fort Myers, FL 33919 | 239.936.5425

Cape Coral, FL 33909 | 239.772.1909

Punta Gorda, FL 33950 | 941.621.8991

DIANE BRZEZINSKI, D.O., FACOI

Dr. Diane Brzezinski, a physician specializing in internal medicine, has earned praise for her “patient-first” focus, helping patients take ownership of their health through education and a healthy lifestyle. With over 25 years of experience, Dr. Brzezinski treats many chronic disease states, such as high blood pressure, cholesterol, and diabetes. She offers hormone pellets that consistently release bio-identical estrogen and testosterone, which both men and women have found effective for increasing energy, muscle strength, mental clarity, and libido. In addition, Dr. B performs diVa™, a vaginal laser therapy that can reduce intimate challenges such as vaginal laxity, weak muscle tone, lack of lubrication, painful intercourse, and bladder leakage. For patients struggling with their weight, she offers physician-supervised weight loss programs including a new effective peptide designed for weight loss. Dr. Brzezinski is a speaker on bio-identical hormones for FOMA and also a fellow in the FACOI.

DR. DIANE BRZEZINSKI, D.O., FACOI 1250 Pine Ridge Road Naples, FL 34108 239.261.9990 | drbnaples.com

RICHARD J. CAPIOLA, M.D., FAPA

Having triple board certification in general psychiatry, addiction psychiatry, and forensic psychiatry, Dr. Capiola moved to Naples in 2003 and has been in practice for 30 years. In his years of training at Tulane Medical School and UCLA, Dr. Capiola developed an interest in treatment of depression and anxiety overlapping with drug and alcohol abuse. This focus led to his 14-year role as Chief Medical Officer for Oglethorpe Inc., a hospital company specializing in the treatment of mental health and addiction. Dr. Capiola is the Chief of Psychiatry for Physicians Regional Medical Center and previously served as the Medical Director for the Willough at Naples. He consistently receives high praise for his confidential private practice that focuses on using each person’s inherent strengths to achieve the goal of living a happy, healthy, well balanced life. Dr. Capiola was the featured neuropsychiatrist in the book Don’t Give Up On Me with Darryl Strawberry, discussing the impact of addiction on the brain.

PSYCHIATRIC CONSULTATION SERVICES

720 Goodlette Frank Road, Suite 203 Naples, FL 34102

239.649.7494 | Fax: 877.894.4908 drcapiolanaples@gmail.com

BLANE CRANDALL, M.D.

Naples OBGYN, Blane Crandall M.D., has a passion for restoring health to women of all ages. A Castle Connolly Top Doctor for the past 16 years, Dr. Crandall specializes in advanced laparoscopic and minimally invasive surgery, hormone replacement therapy, and anti-aging treatments. Since moving to Naples in 1989, Dr. Crandall has been a leader in the latest technologies in patient care. He introduced surgical laparoscopy and hysteroscopy to Naples, as well as the loop electrical excision procedure and four-dimensional ultrasound technology, for use in obstetric and gynecological applications. Since then, ultrasound has become an important part of Dr. Crandall’s gynecological evaluation, allowing for rapid diagnosis and symptom management. Additionally, Dr. Crandall’s practice purchased the first safe bipolar hysteroscopic electrosurgery instrument for the removal of fibroids inside the uterus. However, his passion lies in hormone replacement for men and women. As a Top Doctor for 15 years, the quality of his practice is a hallmark for medical professionals in Naples.

BLANE CRANDALL, M.D.

1660 Medical Blvd., Suite 101 Naples, FL 34110 239.596.2300 | drblanecrandall.com

MARK FRENKEL, M.D., MA, FAANS, FCNS

Dr. Mark Frenkel M.D., MA, FAANS, FCNS is a board-certified Neurosurgeon Spine Surgeon based in Naples, Florida. His practice focuses on both minimally-invasive and complex spinal surgeries, including CemLIF™ rodless and screwless lumbar fusion surgery, which Dr. Frenkel invented. He is an early adopter and innovator of new technologies and minimally invasive techniques, and has written numerous articles in some of the most esteemed neurosurgical publications. Additionally, Dr. Frenkel authored several textbook chapters on advanced techniques in spinal surgery and is recognized worldwide as a leader in spine surgery because of his excellent outcomes. Currently, Dr. Frenkel has several patents pending for new spinal surgery techniques, implants, and minimally invasive retractors. He practices at Neuroscience and Spine Associates (NASA), the premiere neurologic and orthopedic practice in Southwest Florida and lives in Naples with his wife Dr. Lindsay Frenkel, an Intensive Care Physician, and his three young children.

NASA NEUROSCIENCE AND SPINE ASSOCIATES

6101 Pine Ridge Road, Desk 10 Naples, FL 34119 239.649.7053 | frenkelmd.com

KENNETH J. GALANG, M.D., PA

Dr. Kenneth J. Galang is a Board-Certified Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Specialist who has received the Castle Connolly America's Top Doctor award for fifteen consecutive years from 2011 to 2025. Following his medical degree from the University of South Florida, Dr. Galang completed a residency program that combined Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation with Internal Medicine at Louisiana State University.

Dr. Galang specializes in treating patients with physical disabilities resulting from injuries or illnesses, including stroke, spinal cord injury, and amputation. He also addresses pain conditions such as arthritis, low back and neck pain, sports injuries, nerve injuries, and fibromyalgia.

Comprehensive patient care is Dr. Galang's primary objective. He employs a holistic approach, utilizing medical management, injections, physical therapy, and modalities such as heat and ice. Additionally, he performs X-ray-guided and ultrasound-guided injections in his office and conducts electromyography (EMG) nerve testing. Furthermore, Dr. Galang offers treatments for weight loss as well as vitamin injections.

For the past twenty-seven years, Dr. Galang has dedicated his expertise to enhancing the quality of life for patients in Southwest Florida.

KENNETH J. GALANG, M.D. PA

13710 Metropolis Ave., Suite 110 Fort Myers, FL 33912 P 239.225.0129 | F 239.225.0575 galangmd.com

JOSEPH GAUTA, M.D., URPS

Dr. Joseph Gauta, M.D., URPS, is the founder of the Florida Bladder Institute, the premier Urogynecology practice in Southwest Florida. The subspecialty of Urogynecology and reconstructive pelvic surgery provides women the most comprehensive treatment for female pelvic disorders. The Florida Bladder Institute is internationally recognized for its excellence in research and treatment of complex pelvic disorders, urinary, and fecal incontinence and pelvic organ prolapse. Women are treated at the Florida Bladder Institute for these disorders, as well as bladder and bowel dysfunction, recurrent urinary tract infections, endometriosis, fibroids, heavy bleeding and cosmetic gynecology. Dr. Gauta is a recipient of numerous awards for his medical leadership and surgical excellence. He now ranks in the top 1 percent of all physicians in the country, receiving the Patient’s Choice Award five years in a row. Dr. Gauta is a recipient of the Heroes in Health Care Award and is actively teaching physicians from around the world advanced urogynecological surgical techniques.

FLORIDA BLADDER INSTITUTE

1890 SW Health Parkway, Suite 205 Naples, FL 34109 239.449.7979 | floridabladderinstitute.com

HUGH GLOSTER, M.D., FAAD

Dr. Gloster came to Associates in Dermatology in 2018 from the University of Cincinnati. There, he served as Professor of Dermatology and Director of Mohs Micrographic Surgery and Dermatologic Oncology. Dr. Gloster’s primary areas of expertise center on cutaneous oncology, Mohs Micrographic Surgery, and reconstruction. Dr. Gloster has been in practice since 1994, and his clinical practice provides comprehensive evaluation of patients with skin cancer and the treatment of any complex surgical issue involving hair, nails, and skin. Dr. Gloster is a member of numerous local and national committees, has lectured nationally and internationally, written numerous publications in peer reviewed journals, participates on editorial review boards of respected dermatologic journals, and has co-authored and edited two medical textbooks which have been distributed both nationally and internationally. Dr. Gloster is board certified in both Dermatology and Micrographic Dermatologic Surgery.

ASSOCIATES IN DERMATOLOGY

Fort Myers, FL 33919 | 239.936.5425

Cape Coral, FL 33909 | 239.772.1909

Punta Gorda, FL 33950 | 941.621.8991

STEVEN S. GOLDBERG, M.D.

An innovative, conscientious orthopedic surgeon and inventor, Dr. Steven S. Goldberg, M.D. is focused on providing the highest level of individual care for patients. Dr. Goldberg’s advanced fellowship training and experience in shoulder surgery and sports medicine allow his practice to provide surgical and nonsurgical care to athletes and active adults that is unsurpassed in Southwest Florida.

He and his team were voted a Patients’ Choice Award for 10 years in a row - a distinction given to less than 1 percent of doctors in the U.S - and U.S. News & World Report and Castle Connolly Top Doctor’s list.

Dr. Goldberg is actively involved in the development of new surgical implants and techniques, both of which improve patients' lives and advance the field of orthopedic surgery. He holds eleven patents on medical devices related to shoulder surgery and is the founder of Catalyst Orthoscience Inc., a Naples-based biomedical technology company.

STEVEN S. GOLDBERG, M.D., P.L. 6376 Pine Ridge Road, Suite 430 Naples, FL 34119 239.316.7600 | naplesorthopedic.com

JAMES J. GUERRA, M.D., FAAOS

Dr. Guerra is a board-certified orthopaedic surgeon and sports medicine specialist. He completed his orthopaedic residency at the University of Pennsylvania, as well as an additional year of fellowship training in sports medicine and arthroscopic surgery with internationally-known sports medicine expert, James R. Andrews, M.D.

Dr. Guerra is a specialist in complex shoulder and knee problems and currently serves as head team physician for Florida Gulf Coast University, and Community School. Previously, Dr. Guerra served as team physician for the Baltimore Orioles (MLB) and the Florida Panthers (NHL).

He is a leading innovator in minimally invasive surgery, serving as the Medical Director for Arthrex, the world’s preeminent arthroscopy company. He teaches surgeons from around the world in advanced techniques, has authored more than 30 publications, and has lectured at national and international meetings. This unique experience allows Dr. Guerra to remain at the forefront of his field and bring cuttingedge medical developments to his patients. COLLIER

LINDITA ROBOCI HOBDARI, M.D., FMCHC

Dr. Lindita Hobdari, a physician with a passion for holistic care, has been serving Naples and Bonita Springs for 19 years. After graduating from the University of Tirana Faculty of Medicine in 1998, Dr. Hobdari completed residency training at Beaumont Hospital. She then relocated to Naples, Florida and became affiliated with NCH and PRMC. In 2012, Dr. Hobdari founded Hobdari Family Health Clinic, where she believes in the art of prevention and alternative medicine as major components of good health. Her clinic team is caring, professional, and responsive, often going the extra mile for their patients. Dr Hobdari has advanced her training in functional medicine, acupuncture, neurotoxin/Botox for Migraine therapy, as well as training in laser cosmetics and aesthetics. The addition of Naples Functional Medicine Healing Center in 2023 founded by Dr Hobdari has been helping patients live longer and healthier lives. Those principles are applied to her own life as a mother of three and wife to Ariel Hobdari, CFO of Hobdari Family Health.

HOBDARI FAMILY HEALTH

1855 Veterans Park Drive, Suite 201 Naples, FL 34109 239.260.1033 | hobdarihealth.com

MICHAEL K. KIM, M.D.

Dr. Michael K. Kim is a Board-Certified Plastic Surgeon with over 30 years in practice and 10 years of extensive specialized surgical training. Blending technical proficiency with a compassionate approach to patient care, his expertise includes facial & body rejuvenation, lipoma & mole removal, eyelid surgery, facelifts, tummy tucks, breast augmentation, and liposuction. His high-level surgical skill also includes the ability to tackle a vast array of corrective surgery, stemming from burns, a cleft lip, facial trauma, hand surgery, breast reconstruction, lower extremity reconstructive surgery, microsurgery, and cosmetic skin cancer surgery.

Dr. Kim is also one of the few surgeons board-certified in hand surgery with the CAQH (Certification Added Qualification in Hand Surgery). He is renowned in the field of endoscopic carpal tunnel surgery, under “wide awake local” anesthesia, a groundbreaking method that prioritizes patient comfort and efficiency.

Operating within a Medicare-certified surgical center, Dr. Kim offers a sanctuary of privacy and safety for his patients. Voted as Castle Connolly TOP DOCTORS from 20082025, Dr. Michael K. Kim has the experience, training, and accreditation you should seek when choosing a cosmetic surgeon.

ASSOCIATES IN COSMETIC SURGERY

6842 Internatonal Center Blvd. Fort Myers, FL 33912

239.939.5233 | michaelkimmd.com

LAERTES MANUELIDIS, M.D.

Dr. Manuelidis, M.D. joined Associates in Dermatology in 2003 after graduating from both Princeton and Yale. His professional interests and specialties include melanoma, nonmelanoma skin cancer, and dermatopathology-clinical correlation.

He is Board Certified by the American Board of Dermatology as well as the American Board of Pathology. Dr. Manuelidis is a member of the American Academy of Dermatology, the American Society of Dermatopathology, the American Society for Dermatologic Surgery, Dermatology Foundation, and the Florida Society of Dermatology and Dermatologic Surgery.

ASSOCIATES IN DERMATOLOGY

Fort Myers, FL 33919 | 239.936.5425

Cape Coral, FL 33909 | 239.772.1909

Punta Gorda, FL 33950 | 941.621.8991

MARILYN A. MÁRQUEZ, M.D.

Dr. Marilyn A. Márquez is a board-certified ophthalmologist and fellowshiptrained retina specialist, dedicated to preserving and restoring the gift of sight. With advanced training from the prestigious Duke Eye Center and Bascom Palmer Eye Institute, she provides exceptional care in treating complex retinal and vitreous diseases. Her specialties include diabetic retinopathy, macular degeneration, retinal vein occlusion, and retinal tears—conditions where timely intervention can mean the difference between vision loss and preservation. Fluent in both English and Spanish, Dr. Márquez is committed to ensuring her patients feel heard, respected, and cared for at every step. Her compassionate care is matched by her precision and commitment to using the latest, evidence-based treatments. Dr. Márquez believes that vision care is not just about the eyes, it’s about empowering people to live fuller, more independent lives. At Tyson Eye, she offers not only world-class expertise, but also the warmth and reassurance patients deserve when facing vision challenges.

TYSON EYE

Locations in Naples, Bonita Springs, Fort Myers, Cape Coral and Estero 239.542.2020 | tysoneyecom

LUGA PODESTA, M.D.

Dr. Luga Podesta is a nationally recognized interventional regenerative orthopedic and sports medicine physician, specializing in the non-surgical treatment of orthopedic, musculoskeletal, spine, and sports related injuries. With over three decades of experience, Dr. Podesta is a pioneer in regenerative medicine and orthobiologic therapies for the treatment of soft tissue injuries including muscles, tendons, and ligaments, spine-related conditions, as well as joint injuries including osteoarthritis, meniscal and labrum tears. Regenerative orthopedic treatments, using platelet-rich plasma (PRP) and bone marrow concentrate (BMC) derived progenitor cell therapies are designed to assist the body in naturally repairing damaged tissues without surgery. Dedicated to restoring his patient's quality of life, Dr. Podesta's roster includes an array of patients, including professional athletes, dancers, musicians,and recreational and youth athletes. Dr. Podesta is an innovator, active researcher, and frequently invited lecturer, and educator. Above all, his number one goal is to improve his patient’s overall function and quality of life.

BLUETAIL MEDICAL GROUP

1875 Veterans Park Drive, Suite 2201 Naples, FL 34109 LugaPodestaMD.com

HIRANYA A. RAJASINGHE, M.D.

Dr. Hiranya Rajasinghe is a vascular specialist certified by the American Board of Surgery and has been practicing in Naples, Florida, since 2002.

In 2010, he founded The Vascular Group of Naples (www.tvgnaples.com). The practice is dedicated to serving the community by emphasizing a personalized patient approach, offering point-of-care advanced diagnostic testing along with office-based minimally invasive therapies. Dr. Rajasinghe is now integrating artificial intelligence tools to determine the best course of action for patients suffering from a spectrum of vascular disorders while eliminating unnecessary and expensive care.

Dr. Rajasinghe has presided over both the South Florida Society for Vascular Surgery (www.southfloridasvs.org) and the Florida Vascular Society (www.fvs.org). He is active in clinical research and serves on the editorial board of the Annals of Vascular Surgery.

THE VASCULAR GROUP OF NAPLES 2350 Vanderbilt Drive, Suite 303 Naples, FL 34109 239.216.8822 | tvgnaples.com

Vivian Wong, M.D., PHD, FAAD, Daniel Wasserman, M.D., FAAD, FACMS, Anne Marie Tremaine, M.D., FAAD

SKIN WELLNESS PHYSICIANS

Skin Wellness Physicians is a dermatology practice devoted to providing the exceptional care you deserve as a patient. They prioritize the well-being of their patients by offering medical dermatology and cosmetic treatments that benefit patients beyond their skin. As a SkinCeuticals partner, Skin Wellness Physicians offers cuttingedge skin care products that bridge the gap between cosmetics and pharmaceuticals for optimal results. Their clinic takes pride in delivering a personalized, dermatology experience focused on overall wellness and skin health.

SKIN WELLNESS PHYSICIANS

Multiple locations in Naples and Marco Island 239.732.0044 | skinwellnessflorida.com

JAMES REID STERRETT, M.D.

Arriving more than 21 years ago at the invitation of the Cleveland Clinic and drawing on more than 30 years of professional experience in New York and New Jersey, James Reid Sterrett, M.D., has developed a thriving premier nephrology practice in Naples. In addition, utilizing his extensive knowledge of dialysis, Dr. Sterrett formed Loutron, LLC, an acute dialysis services company. In 2019 Dr. Sterrett and his Naples Home Dialysis, LLC, launched a state-of-the art total renal care facility in partnership with Pure Life Renal Naples, LLC at 3540 Pine Ridge Road, Naples, Florida. Dr. Sterrett and his professional staff provide excellent, compassionate expertise and care for kidney patients at Physicians Regional Healthcare System where he has served as Chief of Nephrology and Chairman of Medicine. Outpatients who require nephrologic care, including acute and chronic kidney disease, hypertension, dialysis, and post renal transplant medical care are seen at his Pine Ridge Road office. New patients are welcomed.

NEPHROLOGY-HYPERTENSION OF NAPLES

3540 Pine Ridge Road Naples, FL 34109 239.348.8804 | loutron.org

FARRELL C. TYSON, M.D. FACS

Dr. Farrell C. Tyson is recognized as one of the foremost innovators in the field of ophthalmology. He has introduced some of the latest advancements in the treatment of eye diseases, and has revolutionized eye care in Southwest Florida. His involvement in many research studies gives him first-hand experience of new technologies before they are available to other providers. Dr. Tyson uses the most advanced and effective cataract lenses in the industry, including the Pan-Optix, Odyssey and Light Adjustable Lenses. He is board certified and specializes in cataract and glaucoma surgeries. He has been peer nominated as being one of the best ophthalmologists in America. Tyson Eye is committed to restoring vision and providing exceptional patient care. With six locations and a surgery center in both Lee and Collier Counties, outstanding eye care is only a short drive away. Under the leadership of Dr. Farrell C. Tyson, we are dedicated to providing modern technology with old-fashioned concern.

TYSON EYE

Locations in Naples, Bonita Springs, Fort Myers, Cape Coral and Estero 239.542.2020 | tysoneyecom

LYNN KEPPLE BYERLY, M.D.

Lynn Kepple Byerly, M.D. is a board-certified comprehensive ophthalmologist who values patient relationships and individual care. She specializes in refractive cataract surgery utilizing advanced precision methods, including the ORA System with VerifEye and the LenSx femtosecond laser technology. Dr. Byerly holds a Bachelors degree from Northwestern University, medical degree from Rush University, and completed her residency at the University of Chicago. Dr. Byerly joined Naples Eye Physicians in 2008 after working in private practice and as a clinical instructor.

JOANNA K. CHON, M.D., FACS

Dr. Joanna K. Chon started her career in urology at the Thomas Jefferson University School of Medicine in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. After her residency training at the University of Maryland in Baltimore, Maryland, she pursued further urological fellowship training at the Cedars-Sinai Medical Center in Los Angeles, California, in urodynamics, voiding dysfunction, incontinence and pelvic floor reconstruction with a world-renowned specialist.

Dr. Chon offers comprehensive urological care for both men and women. Minimally invasive and robotic-assisted surgery are utilized to treat her patients with the most cutting-edge technology

661 Goodlette-Frank Road, Suite 105 Naples, Fl 34102

239.262.6288 | napleseyephysicians.com

1035 Piper Blvd, Naples, FL 34110

239.465.4157 advancedurologyinstitute.com

JACOB L. GLOCK, M.D., FACOG

Dr. Jacob L. Glock, is board-certified in obstetrics and gynecology as well as reproductive endocrinology and infertility. With 30 years of private practice experience in Fort Myers, Naples, and Port Charlotte, he serves as the medical director for Southwest Florida Fertility Center. Dr. Glock has been successful in achieving pregnancy through IVF in women up to age 46, using their own eggs, and up to 56, using donor eggs. Additionally, he has succeeded with both traditional surrogacy and gestational carriers and offers cryopreservation of oocytes for cancer patients, egg banking, pre-implantation genetic screening and diagnosis (PGT-A/PGT-M) and gender selection for family balancing.

MARK GOROVOY, M.D.

As a fellowship-trained, board certified ophthalmologist, Dr. Mark Gorovoy M.D. performs more than 2,000 surgeries annually, half of which are referred to him by other ophthalmologists both locally and nationally. He has been a nationally-recognized Castle Connolly Top Doctor for 16 years and his DSAEK procedure is recognized as one of the 10 greatest innovations in ophthalmology. Dr. Gorovoy has been joined by board certified & cornea fellowship trained doctors, Stacey Gorovoy, and comprehensive doctor Sarah Eccles-Brown.

SOUTHWEST FLORIDA

FERTILITY CENTER, P.A.

15730 New Hampshire Court, Suite 101 Fort Myers, FL 33908

239.561.3430 | swflfertility.com

JONATHAN JAY, M.D.

Dr. Jay is Board Certified in both Female Pelvic Medicine & Reconstructive Surgery (FPMRS) and Urology, a Diplomat of the American Board of Urology and a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons. Dr. Jay received his Bachelor of Science in Physiology from Michigan State University, completed his medical education at the University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, and his residency training at Henry Ford Hospital. He then finalized fellowship training at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, Harvard Medical School in Boston.

Locations in Fort Myers and Naples

239.465.4157 advancedurologyinstitute.com

12381 S. Cleveland Ave., Suite 300 Fort Myers, FL 33907 239.939.1444 | gorovoyeye.com

KENNETH W. PLUNKITT, M.D.

Kenneth W. Plunkitt, M.D., FACC, FHRS, specializes in cardiac electrophysiology and cardiovascular diseases. He completed his internal medicine residency at the University of South Florida and his cardiology and electrophysiology fellowships at the prestigious Thomas Jefferson University in Philadelphia (Lankenau campus). Recognized for his contributions in electrophysiology and awarded the prestigious designation as a fellow of the Heart Rhythm Society, Dr. Plunkitt has extensive clinical experience in cardiac electrophysiology—including arrhythmia management, ablations, pacemakers, defibrillators and biventricular devices, and lead extractions.

6376 Pine Ridge Road Suite 180 Naples, FL 34119 239.263.0849 | naplesheartrhythm.com

ROLANDO RIVERA, M.D.

Dr. Rivera is dual board certified by the American Board of Urology and provides surgical and non-surgical solutions for both men and women. After graduating from the University of Puerto Rico School of Medicine, Dr. Rivera went on to earn his medical degree, complete an internship at Brooke Army Medical Center, and finalize residency at the University of Florida Shands Medical Center. He then completed a fellowship in Female Urology, Pelvic Surgery and Urodynamics at the University of Miami.

Locations in Fort Myers and Naples 239.465.4157 advancedurologyinstitute.com

ANDREW YIN, M.D.

Dr. Yin is board certified in cardiac electrophysiology, internal medicine, and cardiovascular diseases. He is a Testamur of the National Board of Echocardiography. He has coauthored seven scientific papers, one book chapter, and eight abstracts in the field of cardiovascular diseases. His intensive training includes all aspects of cardiac arrhythmia management, including but not limited to electrophysiology studies, cardiac ablations, atrial fibrillation, pacemakers, and ICD therapies.

PAUL M. ROUGRAFF, M.D.

Paul M. Rougraff, M.D., is a board certified ophthalmologist who received both his undergraduate and medical degrees from Indiana University. He completed residency training at Bascom Palmer Eye Institute in Miami and remained there as a faculty member prior to coming to Naples in 1996. Dr. Rougraff served as chief of ophthalmology for the NCH Healthcare System for over 20 years, and he continues to provide comprehensive medical and surgical eye care with an emphasis on premium lens implant surgery.

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TOP DENTISTS

The peer-reviewed topDentists provides their list of some of the best oral health professionals in Southwest Florida.

INTRODUCTION This list is excerpted from the 2025 topDentists™ list, a database which includes listings for over 90 dentists and specialists in the Naples/Fort Myers area. The Naples area list was based on hundreds of detailed evaluations of dentists and professionals by their peers. The complete database is available at www.usatopdentists.com. For more information call 706-364-0853; write PO Box 970, Augusta, GA 30903; email help@usatopdentists.com or visit www.usatopdentists.com.

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This is the question we’ve asked thousands of dentists to help us determine who the topDentists should be. Dentists and specialists are asked to take into consideration years of experience, continuing education, manner with patients, use of new techniques and technologies, and of course, physical results.

The nomination pool of dentists consists of dentists listed online with the American Dental Association, as well as all dentists listed online with their local dental societies, thus allowing virtually every dentist the opportunity to participate. Dentists are also given the opportunity to nominate other dentists that they feel should be included in our list. Respondents are asked to put aside any personal bias or political motivations and to use only their knowledge of their peers’ work when evaluating the other nominees.

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cases are given careful consideration by the editors. Voting characteristics and comments are taken into consideration while making decisions. Past awards a dentist has received, status in various dental academies (Academy of General Dentistry, American Academy of Periodontology, etc.) can play a factor in our decision.

Once the decisions have been finalized, the included dentists are checked against state dental boards for disciplinary actions to make sure they have an active license and are in good standing with the board. Then letters of congratulations are sent to all the listed dentists.

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ENDODONTICS

COLLIER COUNTY

Patrick J. Carrigan

Bayview Dental Arts

1001 10th Ave. S., Suite 218, Naples (239) 360-5944 bayviewdentalarts.com

Vincent C. Lovetto Jr. Associates in Endodontics 3641 10th St. N., Suite A, Naples (239) 261-3017 aie-naples.com

Juan P. Rodriguez

Pelican Endodontics 11181 Health Park Blvd., Suite 2270, Naples (239) 596-3636 pelicanendo.com

Timothy M. Talbott

Naples Endodontics 4521 Executive Drive, Suite 201, Naples (239) 593-8844 rootcanalnaples.com

LEE COUNTY

Scott T. Baur

Your Endodontic Specialist

24820 Burnt Pine Drive, Suite 3, Bonita Springs (239) 676-1079 yesendo.com

Hunter A. Bennett

Bonita Endodontics

8899 Timberwilde Drive, Suite 3, Bonita Springs (239) 498-7668 bonitaendo.com

Nathan C. Dewsnup

Bonita Endodontics

8899 Timberwilde Drive, Suite 3, Bonita Springs (239) 498-7668 bonitaendo.com

Wayne M. Dubin 6385 Presidential Court, Suite 103, Fort Myers (239) 454-1661

Gustavo E. Fuentes Southwest Endodontics 13650 Metropolis Ave., Suite 106, Fort Myers (239) 561-3636 drgustavofuentes.com

Timothy Jernberg

Bonita Endodontics 8899 Timberwilde Drive, Suite 3, Bonita Springs (239) 498-7668 bonitaendo.com

GENERAL DENTISTRY

COLLIER COUNTY

Robert J. Abbiati

Island Paradise Dental 1120 N. Collier Blvd., Suite 208, Marco Island (239) 642-3233 islandparadisedental.com

Lazaro Acosta

Pine Ridge Dental Wellness 3545 Pine Ridge Road, Suite 400, Naples (239) 260-7749 pineridgedentalwellness.com

Children’s Dentistry of Naples

Darlenn G. Ayan

Ayan Dentistry

900 5th Ave. S., Suite 204, Naples (239) 732-9000 ayandentistry.com

Gery P. Benza Galleria Dentistry 9140 Galleria Court, Naples (239) 206-8003 galleriadentistry.com

Robert F. Bracho Naples General & Cosmetic Dentistry 925 High Point Drive, Naples (239) 262-1535 naples-smiles.com

Alexander Brao

855 Central Ave., Naples (239) 262-1341 alexanderbraodds.com

Sean P. Carr

Oak Tree Dentistry 90 Cypress Way E., Suite 120, Naples (239) 596-5771 oaktreedentistrynaples.com

Jeremy W. Davey

Davey Family Dentistry 661 Goodlette-Frank Road N., Suite 107, Naples (239) 434-8886 daveyfamilydentistry.com

Richard J. Garcia

7385 Radio Road, Suite 103, Naples

(239) 455-0898 smilesofnaples.com

James B. Hansen II Hansen Dentistry 85 8th St. N., Naples (239) 262-1522 drjbhansen.com

Maria L. Linden

Linden Dental 5628 Strand Blvd., Suite B-7, Naples (239) 593-0777 lindendentalnaples.com

Richard Linden Linden Dental 5628 Strand Blvd, Suite B-7, Naples (239) 593-0777 lindendentalnaples.com

Dennis Lucas Fairway Dental Care 1000 Tamiami Trail N., Suite 302, Naples (239) 262-5851 drdennislucas.com

Mark M. Makram 1726 Medical Blvd., Suite 204, Naples (239) 719-2836 naplesfldentist.com

James W. Massa Massa Dental Center 2220 Venetian Court, Suite 1, Naples (239) 597-7333 jameswmassa.com

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Leigh T. Meyer

Meyer Dental Care

4970 Tamiami Trail N., Naples (239) 430-1000 meyerdentalcare.com

Dean Mourselas Gulfview Dental 501 Goodlette-Frank Road N., Suite B-202, Naples (239) 443-5993 gulfviewdentistry.com

Christopher S. Page Page & Page Dental Group 4953 Castello Drive, Suite 100, Naples (239) 263-2122 thenaplesdentists.com

Elizabeth McKenna Pfent All About Smiles 4089 Tamiami Trail N., Suite A101, Naples (239) 434-5525 dentalnaples.com

Alan N. Rembos 4001 Tamiami Trail N., Suite 280, Naples (239) 434-0400 smilesbyrembos.com

Jeffrey Skupny Island Coast Dentistry 1044 Castello Drive, Suite 110, Naples (239) 572-9837 islandcoastdentistry.com

Raymond A. Spinelli 1879 Veterans Park Drive, Suite 1104, Naples (239) 598-9020 northsidedentalnaples.com

Walfred Torrens Torrens Dental Care 1890 S.W. Health Parkway, Suite 302, Naples (239) 330-4346 torrensdental.com

Laura Van Varick

North Naples Dental 2960 Immokalee Road, Unit 3, Naples (239) 514-2229 northnaplesdental.com

Robert B. Zavada 1056 Goodlette-Frank Road N., Suite 202, Naples (239) 435-0200 drzavada.com

LEE COUNTY

Jose Alvarez Bonita Beach

Cosmetic Dentistry 3250 Bonita Beach Road S.W., Suite 206, Bonita Springs (239) 317-0883 bbcdentistry.com

Ricardo S. Bocanegra

Porto Fino Dental

6805 Porto Fino Circle, Building C, Fort Myers (239) 482-8806 portofinodental.org

Deirdre C. Catlin

Catlin Dental Group 4447 Camino Real Way, Fort Myers (239) 936-7400 catlindental.com

Jaren Catlin

Catlin Dental Group 4447 Camino Real Way, Fort Myers (239) 936-7400 catlindental.com

Toniann Conte

Conte Dental 8899 Timberwilde Drive, Suite 1, Bonita Springs (239) 947-6646 contedental.com

Owen F. Feeney

Summerlin Dental Care 16159 Myriad Lane, Fort Myers (239) 317-1129 summerlindentalcare.com

Jared T. Ford

Ford Signature Dentistry 7630 Cambridge Manor Place, Fort Myers (239) 936-5252 smilesbydocford.com

Lacy L. Gilbert

Pelican Landing Dental 23451 Walden Center Drive, Suite 100, Bonita Springs (239) 499-0752 pelicanlandingdental.com

Richard C. Gilbert Pelican Landing Dental 23451 Walden Center Drive, Suite 100, Bonita Springs (239) 449-0752 pelicanlandingdental.com

Peter Gostout Gostout Dental

407 Cape Coral Parkway E., Cape Coral (239) 945-3818 gostoutdental.com

David M. Gulotte

Imperial Dental 27821 S. Tamiami Trail, Suite 1, Bonita Springs (239) 947-6900 imperialdentalbonita.com

Aaron A. Leishman 9500 Corkscrew Palms Circle, Suite 4, Estero (239) 947-7992 esterodentist.com

Shane McDowell

7711 Cambridge Manor Place, Fort Myers (239) 936-0597 myfortmyersdentist.com

James A. Mitchell

Mitchell Dentistry

32 Barkley Circle, Fort Myers (239) 939-5556 mitchelldentist.com

Joseph P. Mitchell

Mitchell Dentistry

32 Barkley Circle, Fort Myers (239) 939-5556 mitchelldentist.com

Yolanda F. Mitchell

Mitchell Dentistry

32 Barkley Circle, Fort Myers (239) 939-5556 mitchelldentist.com

Angela M. Nash

Legacy Dental Studio 12630 New Brittany Blvd., Fort Myers (239) 275-7722 legacydentalstudio.com

Brian M. Olitsky

Smile Design 24840 S. Tamiami Trail, Suite 3, Bonita Springs (239) 992-9929 smiledesignbonita.com

Joseph Proscia Proscia Dental 9136 Bonita Beach Road S.E., Bonita Springs (239) 494-4574 prosciadental.com

Melanie D. Pugh

8800 Bernwood Parkway, Suite 4, Bonita Springs (239) 949-1805 drmelaniepugh.com

Nicole T. Rasmussen

Rasmussen Family Dental 4113 Del Prado Blvd. S., Cape Coral (239) 540-1117 rasmussenfamilydental.com

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Victoria A. Rinando

6th Sense Dental

28901 Trails Edge Blvd., Suite 103, Bonita Springs (239) 913-6780 6thsensedental.com

Deborah S. Ruddell

49 Barkley Circle, Fort Myers (239) 936-8616 ruddelldental.com

Erik Skates

Mitchell Dentistry

32 Barkley Circle, Fort Myers (239) 939-5556 mitchelldentist.com

Christy A. Swanson

Swanson Dental

728 Southwest Pine Island Road, Suite 11, Cape Coral (239) 772-1900 swansondentalcare.com

William H. Truax III 2041 McGregor Blvd., Fort Myers (239) 334-6136 drbillydentist.com

ORAL AND MAXILLOFACIAL SURGERY

COLLIER COUNTY

John A. Contino

Westshore Oral Maxillofacial Surgery Specialists 1459 Ridge St., Suite 1, Naples (239) 263-7474 westshoreoms.com

Steven J. Fontana

Gulfshore Oral Surgery 1585 Pine Ridge Road, Suite 2, Naples (239) 262-3300 gulfshoreoralsurgery.com

Robert W. Payne

Florida Gulf Coast Center for Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery 1140 Goodlette-Frank Road, Naples (239) 434-6900

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Eric H. Reed

Westshore Oral Maxillofacial Surgery Specialists 1459 Ridge St., Suite 1, Naples (239) 263-7474 westshoreoms.com

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LEE COUNTY

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Timothy D. Hogan

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T. J. Tejera

Southwest Florida Oral and Facial Surgery 8267 College Parkway, Fort Myers (239) 936-8151 swfofs.com

ORTHODONTICS

COLLIER COUNTY

Rosalie Brao Gulf Coast Orthodontics 8845 Founders Square Drive, Suite 110, Naples (239) 206-4168 gulfcoastortho.com

Erika Campbell

Campbell Orthodontics 2367 Vanderbilt Beach Road, Suite 803, Naples (239) 260-2100 campbellbraces.com

Barbra J. Reed Reed Orthodontics 2550 Northbrooke Plaza Drive, Suite 100, Naples (239) 596-2255 reedorthodonticsnaples.com

LEE COUNTY

David R. Heald Orthodontics Exclusively 11801 S. Cleveland Ave., Suite 140, Fort Myers

(239) 936-2175 nicesmiles.com

Yolanda C. Kieser Orthodontics Exclusively 11801 S. Cleveland Ave., Suite 140, Fort Myers (239) 936-2175 nicesmiles.com

Michèle B. Laboda Gulf Coast Orthodontics 14361 Metropolis Ave., Suite 1, Fort Myers (239) 561-2258 gulfcoastortho.com

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Levine Orthodontics

28 Barkley Circle, Fort Myers (239) 310-0000 bracesfl.com

Roxana Mussa

28410 S. Tamiami Trail, Building B, Suite 9, Bonita Springs (239) 947-4497 drmussaforyourbraces.com

John M. Richards

Richards & Associates Orthodontics

6300 Whiskey Creek Drive, Fort Myers (239) 936-1808 drbiteright.com

PEDIATRIC DENTISTRY

COLLIER COUNTY

Marilyn C. Sandor

Naples Pediatric Dentistry 4529 Executive Drive, Suite 101, Naples (239) 592-0800 drmarilynsandor.com

Gerardo Santiago

Children’s Dentistry of Naples 3021 Airport-Pulling Road, Suite 203, Naples (239) 237-5946 childrensdentistryofnaples.com

LEE

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Anissa Ahmadi Barkley Pediatric Dentistry 6090 Winkler Road, Fort Myers

Bonita Springs Premier Dental Center

(239) 939-0423 fortmyerspediatricdentist.com

Miguel Argumosa Pediatric Dentistry 1508 S.E. 12th Terrace, Cape Coral (239) 322-5222 swfl-pediatricdentistry.com

Oliver Favalli

Lakes Park Children’s Dentistry & Orthodontics 7117 Congdon Road, Suite 100, Fort Myers (239) 418-1444 lakesparksmiles.com

Hope E. McDowell

Barkley Pediatric Dentistry 6090 Winkler Road, Fort Myers (239) 939-0423 fortmyerspediatricdentist.com

Erin Taylor Pediatric Dentistry 9510 Bonita Beach Road, Suite 101, Bonita Springs (239) 333-2990 swfl-pediatricdentistry.com

PERIODONTICS

COLLIER COUNTY

Scott F. Johnson Paradise Coast Periodontics 9170 Galleria Court, Suite 100, Naples (239) 254-0308 naplesperio.com

Bradley T. Piotrowski

1044 Castello Drive, Suite 202, Naples (239) 263-6003 periodonticsnaples.com

LEE COUNTY

Ryan J. Donovan 14361 Metropolis Ave., Suite 3, Fort Myers (239) 931-4141 fortmyersperioimplants.com

Kenneth A. Jandik 1565 Matthew Drive, Suite 1, Fort Myers (239) 275-7907

Krystal Reyes-Viruet

Viruet Periodontics

34 Barkley Circle, Fort Myers (239) 676-6777 dentistinfortmyers.com

Angel Santiago

Specialists in Periodontics 6323 Corporate Court, Suite B, Fort Myers (239) 482-3343 implant-perio.com

Jennifer F. Taschner

Taschner Periodontics 1645 Medical Lane, Fort Myers (239) 936-0635 taschnerperio.com

PROSTHODONTICS

COLLIER COUNTY

Randold Binns

Advanced Prosthodontics & Implant Esthetics 4413 Outer Drive, Naples (239) 663-1553 naplesdentist.com

Neil D. Cohen

Cohen Dental Studio 700 Second Ave. N., Suite 303, Naples (239) 351-2000 cohendentalstudio.com

Robert C. Hedgepath Bayview Dental Arts 1001 10th Ave. S., Suite 218, Naples

(239) 360-9476 bayviewdentalarts.com

Edward A. Scherder Bayview Dental Arts 1001 10th Ave. S., Suite 218, Naples (239) 360-5944 bayviewdentalarts.com

LEE COUNTY

Larry W. Dunford Waterside Aesthetic Dentistry 3209 Del Prado Blvd. S., Cape Coral (239) 542-3141 createabeautifulsmile.com

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CENTRAL COMMAND

LONG OVERLOOKED, THE GUT IS NOW UNDERSTOOD TO SHAPE EVERYTHING FROM SLEEP AND MOOD TO IMMUNE STRENGTH. WHAT YOU EAT—AND WHEN—CAN SHIFT THE ENTIRE SYSTEM.

Gut health has evolved from a niche wellness trend to a centerpiece of modern medicine. While we’ve long known that diet influences how we feel, mounting research shows just how deeply food choices affect everything from hormone balance to mental clarity. Along the gut-brain axis—a two-way communication pathway between the digestive tract and the brain— trillions of microbes regulate inflammation, shape immune response and influence brain production of mood-related chemicals like serotonin and dopamine.

Nutrition, in turn, is a powerful lever to support health. Here are simple, evidence-based strategies to strengthen three core systems—sleep, mood and immunity—from the inside out.

Ingest to Rest

Inside the belly’s microbial ecosystem, certain nutrients help make the calming brain chemicals that lull us into stillness. Tryptophan—the amino acid behind holiday turkey talk—is the starting point for the production of the sleep-regulating hormone melatonin. But it’s not about eating more turkey (which actually has less tryptophan than foods like seeds and soybeans)—or, any other one ingredient.

Sleep nutrition is part of a deeper equation, requiring complex carbs to help the amino acid reach the brain and do its Anna Nguyen, Getty

job; magnesium, which activates the calming neurotransmitter GABA; and a diverse, well-fed microbiome to support the whole process. Vitamins D, B6, folate, iron and magnesium also act as backstage crew to convert nutrients into their sleep-enhancing forms. Rich in all these compounds, the Mediterranean diet rises to the top as one of the most sleep-supportive ways of eating, thanks to its emphasis on fiber-rich plants, healthy fats like fish and nuts, and anti-inflammatory nutrients.

Chrononutrition—the emerging science of eating in sync with your internal clock—shows that when you eat can affect sleep quality. Blood sugar regulation and digestion are most efficient earlier in the day, when the body is naturally primed to move. Experts recommend shifting your largest meal to earlier in the day and keeping food intake within an 8- to 10-hour daytime window to avoid taxing digestion when the body should be shifting into rest-and-repair mode. Time your last meal for two to three hours before bed to allow time for digestion and sleep-supportive compounds to do their job.

Evening habits have the biggest impact. When I help clients adjust their dinner routines, many notice a profound shift: fewer 3 a.m. wake-ups and more energized mornings. To facilitate sleep-mode, keep your final meal small and centered around fiber for fullness, healthy fats for hormone regulation, lean proteins rich in tryptophan and complex carbs to help it do its job. A go-to could be sweet potatoes with lentils, sautéed greens and pumpkin

LOCAL SPOONFUL OF SLUMBER

The recipes for the house-label nut butters, found at The Bowl’s three locations across Naples and Fort Myers, were formulated by a dietitian. The fan-favorite toasted coconut cashew blend is fortified with organic chia seeds for added fiber and B vitamins, which convert food into steady energy and support the nervous system The combination of healthy fats and complex carbs in the spreads can help regulate cortisol and melatonin production, supporting more restful sleep and steadier energy the next day. While you want to avoid eating right before bed, if you’re feeling peckish after dinner, a small, fibrous snack can satisfy without overtaxing your digestive system. Paired with a banana, these clean, nutrient-dense nut blends—made without fillers or inflammatory oils—make for a calming evening bite.

Complex carbs like sweet potatoes and lentils help tryptophan cross into the brain, where it’s converted into serotonin and then melatonin to support deeper, more restorative sleep.

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True teas—from green to oolong— naturally contain L-theanine, an amino acid known to promote relaxation, reduce anxiety, and support mental clarity. Green varieties, especially matchas, offer the highest concentrations, delivering energy and focus without the crash. At Coconut Point’s Estero Bay Olive Oil and Tea, the standout Sensei Matcha is cultivated from tea leaves grown in shade, a method that boosts L-theanine and antioxidant levels. Owner Diana Todorova draws on her background in herbal wellness, shaped by a childhood steeped in Bulgaria’s tea traditions. Her tea room emphasizes rare, first-flush teas, often considered richer in nutrients and flavor. Sensei is smooth and umami-rich, offering a focused lift without additives. It’s also certified organic and halal, ensuring a clean cup free from the chemicals and artificial flavors often linked to inflammation, brain fog and low mood.

seeds. Avoid heavy, meat-laden or starchy pasta dinners, which can delay melatonin production and keep you awake. A simple switch from white to fibrous whole wheat pasta can help stabilize levels and set the tone for a more restful night. Skip dessert at night to reduce late-night blood sugar swings and wake-ups. If you’re still hungry closer to bedtime, a small fibrous snack, such as a banana with almond or cashew butter, can satiate while delivering a final wave of tryptophan and magnesium, which supports sleep onset, duration and quality.

On the other hand, some seemingly harmless habits can interfere with sleep. Caffeine’s effects can linger in the body for up to 10 hours. Dark chocolate, sodas and certain teas may contain just enough to delay melatonin release. Similarly, a glass of wine can feel like it’s helping you unwind, but even one drink can disrupt REM sleep and cause wake-ups as the liver kicks into gear to metabolize the alcohol. If you’re going to indulge, aim to have your final sip at least three hours before bed.

For those who struggle to stay asleep, tart cherries could help. Naturally rich in melatonin, the fruit has been shown in multiple placebo-controlled studies to increase total sleep time and efficiency, particularly in older adults and people with insomnia.

Mood on the Menu

The connection between food and mood isn’t just about comfort—it’s rooted in the gut, where trillions of microbes pull the strings on inflammation, hormone levels and the nutrients used to build happy neurotransmitters like serotonin and dopamine. Microbes also send signals to the brain, influencing how we feel, focus and respond to stress.

Salmon delivers key fats the brain uses to regulate mood, improve focus and keep stress signals in check—plus, vitamins D and the B, which are linked to cognitive function and emotional well-being.

Diets low in fiber, high in sugar and full of processed foods have been linked to inflammation and reduced gut diversity, both of which disrupt brain function and raise the risk of anxiety and depression. Junk food and irregular eating patterns also destabilize blood sugar, which can trigger mood swings, irritability and trouble focusing—symptoms that can mimic or worsen underlying mental health conditions. In contrast, meals rich in whole foods, a rainbow of produce and fermented ingredients support the gut-brain axis, helping buffer stress and sharpen mental clarity.

I suggest building meals around what I call ‘mood nutrients’: B vitamins (especially B-6, B-12 and folate) for neurotransmitter production; magnesium to ease the nervous system; omega-3s to reduce brain inflammation; fermented foods to introduce and support beneficial bacteria; and iron and zinc, which help synthesize mood chemicals. Phenylalanine—an amino acid found in eggs, soy, and yogurt—is also key for producing dopamine, which plays a central role in motivation and focus. Together with tryptophan, which supports serotonin, these protein-based precursors help regulate how we feel, think and respond to stress. My own meals are simple but intentional: eggs with greens and avocado for breakfast; quinoa and lightly roasted vegetables with olive oil for lunch; yogurt with berries, flax and prebiotic oats in the afternoon. Don’t overlook hydration—dehydration can sneakily mimic mood dips. And, go easy on caffeine, which can spike anxiety.

The body may crave a quick feel-good hit from sugar or refined carbs—but that spike often leaves us more jittery than grounded. Instead of letting cravings steer you off course, try these fast,

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Certain mushrooms like shiitake, maitake and reishi are naturally rich in beta-glucans—a type of soluble fiber known to help strengthen the immune system by activating key immune cells, such as macrophages. At Stropharia Mushroom Farm in Naples, you can find all three grown fresh, year-round. Brothers Jor’El and Sheth Schustrin started the farm after noticing improvements in their stepfather’s Parkinson’s symptoms while he was taking lion’s mane supplements (research on the functional mushroom’s cognitive benefits is still emerging). Today, they cultivate up to 13 gourmet and functional varieties in a controlled indoor system using organic substrate and lab-grade techniques to ensure purity and potency.

grounding daytime snacks: a few squares of dark chocolate with almond butter, roasted chickpeas tossed with olive oil and sea salt for a chip-like crunch, or a slice of sourdough with tahini and honey. They satisfy, stabilize and deliver the mood nutrients your nervous system can actually use.

Mood thrives on rhythm. Skipping breakfast, pushing lunch too late or grazing late at night can also trigger blood sugar crashes and stress responses, including cortisol spikes. Even minor timing shifts can throw your system off. To avoid the dreaded 3 p.m. slump, schedule meals around the same times each day. When your body knows what to expect, it can prepare, digesting more efficiently and delivering energy more evenly throughout the day.

If you’re running late, don’t skip the meal altogether or grab something sugary just to get through. Reach for something fast but substantial—like a slice of sourdough with avocado and a boiled egg or full-fat Greek yogurt with berries and walnuts—to

restore focus and keep your day steady. Then, return to your usual rhythm at the next meal.

Fortifying Fare

We tend to think of immune health in crisis terms—something to support only when we’re run-down or already sick. But the immune system is always working: identifying threats, regulating inflammation, repairing tissue. To thrive, your defenses need steady support over time—you can’t just ‘turn them on’ with an orange when you feel a cold coming on. You want to nourish the system consistently—and it’s fueled, in large part, by the gut. Diversity is key here. Most immune activity takes place in the gut, where defense cells need a wide variety of beneficial microbes to function properly. A diverse microbiome helps ‘train’ immune cells—teaching them how to recognize real threats and stay calm in the face of harmless triggers to reduce overreactions like allergies or autoimmune flare-ups. Variety also strengthens

While citrus gets the glory, several other foods power immunity. Shiitakes help train defender cells and support faster recovery when you’re run down.

the gut lining, the body’s internal border patrol, so nutrients get absorbed and pathogens kept out. Beyond known gut-friendly fermented foods like sauerkraut or yogurt, whole plants are especially powerful. Many are rich in prebiotic fibers—the preferred fuel for good gut bugs—and even those that aren’t classified as prebiotic often support microbial diversity. Deeply pigmented fruits like berries or pomegranates, for instance, are loaded with polyphenols—compounds your good bacteria like. Aim for 30 different plant foods each week. Rotating base grains and greens—quinoa and spinach one day, farro and kale the next—is an easy way to get there. Garlic and shallots are smart additions, as they’re packed with prebiotic compounds.

Beyond a varied microbe diet, immune cells need consistent access to core nutrients to function well—and they’re easy to integrate, starting with your first meal of the day. I often reach for a bowl of citrus and berries (whatever’s in season), paired with a fat- or zinc-rich food like nut butter or pumpkin seeds. Zinc supports communication between immune cells, helping

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them coordinate and multiply. Vitamins A and D, and iron, are also critical, helping generate the right cells to recognize threats and respond effectively. Vitamin D, one of the most common deficiencies, is best absorbed with fat; if you supplement, it’s easy to take it with breakfast, where you can have eggs, avocado or buttered toast.

Next-up: go-to player vitamin C, which defends the body’s outermost barriers (the skin, mucous membranes) by enhancing cellular repair and reducing inflammation. Hydration backs it up, keeping your airways and gut lining moisturized, so they can trap and flush out pathogens. I aim for about 100 ounces of water a day.

Omega-3s, from fish or flax, also go in most of my meals; they help immune cells communicate and calm inflammation. Selenium, found in Brazil nuts and seafood, also aids recovery, pumping the brakes on inflammation and helping the immune system return to baseline after an illness or injury.

Eating with your microbiome in mind is not just about chasing better sleep, fewer sniffles or lower stress; it’s about creating a healthy environment from the inside out.

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Asparagus feeds the gut’s good bacteria with inulin, a prebiotic fiber that sharpens immune response and fortifies the gut barrier.

Dr. Plunkitt

Dr. Plunkitt

is Board Certified in Cardiology and Cardiac Electrophysiology and is a member of the American Medical Association, a fellow of the Heart Rhythm Society, a fellow of the American College of Cardiology, and a member of the American College of Physicians.

Dr. Plunkitt

is Board Certified in Cardiology and Cardiac Electrophysiology and is a member of the American Medical Association, a fellow of the Heart Rhythm Society, a fellow of the American College of Cardiology, and a member of the American College of Physicians.

Dr. Yin

Dr. Plunkitt

is Board Certified in Cardiology and Cardiac Electrophysiology and is a member of the American Medical Association, a fellow of the Heart Rhythm Society, a fellow of the American College of Cardiology, and a member of the American College of Physicians.

Dr. Plunkitt Dr. Yin

is Board Certified in Cardiology and Cardiac Electrophysiology and is a member of the American Medical Association, a fellow of the Heart Rhythm Society, a fellow of the American College of Cardiology, and a member of the American College of Physicians.

Specializes in Cardiology and Cardiac Electrophysiology and is a member of the American Medical Association, a fellow of the Heart Rhythm Society, a fellow of the American College of Cardiology, and a member of the Amercian College of Physicians

is Board Certified in Cardiology and Cardiac Electrophysiology and is a member of the American Medical Association, a fellow of the Heart Rhythm Society, a fellow of the American College of Cardiology, and a member of the American College of Physicians.

Dr. Yin

Dr. Plunkitt Dr. Yin

is Board Certified in Cardiology and Cardiac Electrophysiology and is a member of the American Medical Association, a fellow of the Heart Rhythm Society, a fellow of the American College of Cardiology, and a member of the American College of Physicians.

is Board Certified in Cardiac Electrophysiology, Internal Medicine, and Cardiovascular Diseases, and he’s a Testamur of the National Board of Echocardiography. He has coauthored seven scientific papers, one book chapter, and eight abstracts in the field of cardiovascular diseases.

Dr. Yin

Dr. Yin

is Board Certified in Cardiac Electrophysiology, Internal Medicine, and Cardiovascular Diseases, and he’s a Testamur of the National Board of Echocardiography. He has coauthored seven scientific papers, one book chapter, and eight abstracts in the field of cardiovascular diseases.

Dr. Plunkitt Dr. Yin

Dr. Houk

is Board Certified in Cardiac Electrophysiology, Internal Medicine, and Cardiovascular Diseases, and he’s a Testamur of the National Board of Echocardiography. He has coauthored seven scientific papers, one book chapter, and eight abstracts in the field of cardiovascular diseases.

is Board Certified in Cardiac Electrophysiology, Internal Medicine, and Cardiovascular Diseases, and he’s a Testamur of the National Board of Echocardiography. He has coauthored seven scientific papers, one book chapter, and eight abstracts in the field of cardiovascular diseases.

is Board Certified in Cardiac Electrophysiology, Internal Medicine, and Cardiovascular Diseases, and he’s a Testamur of the National Board of Echocardiography. He has coauthored seven scientific papers, one book chapter, and eight abstracts in the field of cardiovascular diseases.

Dr. Houk

is Board Certified in Cardiac Electrophysiology, Internal Medicine, and Cardiovascular Diseases, and he’s a Testamur of the National Board of Echocardiography. He has co-authored seven scientific papers, one book chapter, and eight abstracts in the field of cardovascular diseases.

Dr. Houk

Dr. Houk

Dr. Houk

Dr. Houk

Dr. Houk

is Board Certified in Internal Medicine and Cardiovascular Disease. He received his undergraduate degree from the University of California, Berkeley. Dr. Houk then went on to complete a Master’s degree at Columbia University in New York City. From there he relocated to Baltimore, where he earned his medical degree at Johns Hopkins University. Dr. Houk then completed his internship and residency training in Internal Medicine at Yale-New Haven Hospital in New Haven, CT. He continued his education by receiving specialty training in cardiology at the prestigious Ochsner Clinic Foundation in New Orleans.

is Board Certified in Cardiac Electrophysiology, Internal Medicine, and Cardiovascular Diseases, and he’s a Testamur of the National Board of Echocardiography. He has coauthored seven scientific papers, one book chapter, and eight abstracts in the field of cardiovascular diseases.

Dr. Houk is Board Certified in Internal Medicine and Cardiovascular Disease. He received his undergraduate degree from the University of California, Berkeley. Dr. Houk then went on to complete a Master’s Degree at Columbia University. He earned his medical degree at Johns Hopkins University. He completed his internship and residency training in Internal Medicine at Yale-New Haven Hospital. He continued his education by receiving specialty training in cardiology at the prestigious Ochsner Clinic Foundation in New Orleans.

is Board Certified in Internal Medicine and Cardiovascular Disease. He received his undergraduate degree from the University of California, Berkeley. Dr. Houk then went on to complete a Master’s degree at Columbia University in New York City. From there he relocated to Baltimore, where he earned his medical degree at Johns Hopkins University. Dr. Houk then completed his internship and residency training in Internal Medicine at Yale-New Haven Hospital in New Haven, CT. He continued his education by receiving specialty training in cardiology at the prestigious Ochsner Clinic Foundation in New Orleans.

Dr. Wasserman

Dr. Wasserman

is Board Certified in Internal Medicine and Cardiovascular Disease. He received his undergraduate degree from the University of California, Berkeley. Dr. Houk then went on to complete a Master’s degree at Columbia University in New York City. From there he relocated to Baltimore, where he earned his medical degree at Johns Hopkins University. Dr. Houk then completed his internship and residency training in Internal Medicine at Yale-New Haven Hospital in New Haven, CT. He continued his education by receiving specialty training in cardiology at the prestigious Ochsner Clinic Foundation in New Orleans.

is Board Certified in Internal Medicine and Cardiovascular Disease. He received his undergraduate degree from the University of California, Berkeley. Dr. Houk then went on to complete a Master’s degree at Columbia University in New York City. From there he relocated to Baltimore, where he earned his medical degree at Johns Hopkins University. Dr. Houk then completed his internship and residency training in Internal Medicine at Yale-New Haven Hospital in New Haven, CT. He continued his education by receiving specialty training in cardiology at the prestigious Ochsner Clinic Foundation in New Orleans.

is Board Certified in Internal Medicine and Cardiovascular Disease. He received his undergraduate degree from the University of California, Berkeley. Dr. Houk then went on to complete a Master’s degree at Columbia University in New York City. From there he relocated to Baltimore, where he earned his medical degree at Johns Hopkins University. Dr. Houk then completed his internship and residency training in Internal Medicine at Yale-New Haven Hospital in New Haven, CT. He continued his education by receiving specialty training in cardiology at the prestigious Ochsner Clinic Foundation in New Orleans.

Dr. Wasserman

is Board Certified in Internal Medicine and Cardiovascular Disease. He received his undergraduate degree from the University of California, Berkeley. Dr. Houk then went on to complete a Master’s degree at Columbia University in New York City. From there he relocated to Baltimore, where he earned his medical degree at Johns Hopkins University. Dr. Houk then completed his internship and residency training in Internal Medicine at Yale-New Haven Hospital in New Haven, CT. He continued his education by receiving specialty training in cardiology at the prestigious Ochsner Clinic Foundation in New Orleans.

Dr. Wasserman

is a Fellow of the American College of Physicians as well as a Fellow of the American College of Cardiology. Board certified in Internal Medicine, Cardiovascular Disease, Nuclear Cardiology, and Echocardiography, Dr. Wasserman is also RPVI credentialed (Registered Physician in Vascular Interpretation).

Dr. Wasserman

is a Fellow of the American College of Physicians as well as a Fellow of the American College of Cardiology. Board certified in Internal Medicine, Cardiovascular Disease, Nuclear Cardiology, and Echocardiography, Dr. Wasserman is also RPVI credentialed (Registered Physician in Vascular Interpretation).

Dr. Wasserman is a Fellow of the American College of Physicians as well as a Fellow of the American College of Cardiology. Board Certified in Internal Medicine, Cardiovascular Disease, Nuclear Cardiology, and Echocardioigraphy, Dr. Wasserman is also RPVI credentialed (Registered Physician in Vascular Interpretation).

Dr. Wasserman

Dr. Miranda

Dr. Miranda

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is a Fellow of the American College of Physicians as well as a Fellow of the American College of Cardiology. Board certified in Internal Medicine, Cardiovascular Disease, Nuclear Cardiology, and Echocardiography, Dr. Wasserman is also RPVI credentialed (Registered Physician in Vascular Interpretation).

is a Fellow of the American College of Physicians as well as a Fellow of the American College of Cardiology. Board certified in Internal Medicine, Cardiovascular Disease, Nuclear Cardiology, and Echocardiography, Dr. Wasserman is also RPVI credentialed (Registered Physician in Vascular Interpretation).

is a Fellow of the American College of Physicians as well as a Fellow of the American College of Cardiology. Board certified in Internal Medicine, Cardiovascular Disease, Nuclear Cardiology, and Echocardiography, Dr. Wasserman is also RPVI credentialed (Registered Physician in Vascular Interpretation).

According to the CDC website, Heart Disease is the leading cause of death in the United States.

STATISTIC:

is a Fellow of the American College of Physicians as well as a Fellow of the American College of Cardiology. Board certified in Internal Medicine, Cardiovascular Disease, Nuclear Cardiology, and Echocardiography, Dr. Wasserman is also RPVI credentialed (Registered Physician in Vascular Interpretation).

Dr. Diana Miranda is board certified in Internal Medicine, Nuclear Cardiology, and is Board Eligible in Adult Cardiovascular Disease. She is bilingual, native Spanish speaking.

Dr. Diana Miranda is board certified in Internal Medicine, Nuclear Cardiology, and is Board Eligible in Adult Cardiovascular Disease. She is bilingual, native Spanish speaking.

STATISTIC:

STATISTIC:

One person dies every 36 seconds from cardiovascular disease in the United States.

According to the CDC website, Heart Disease is the leading cause of death in the United States.

According to the CDC website, Heart Disease is the leading cause of death in the United States.

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According to the CDC website, Heart Disease is the leading cause of death in the United States.

Dr. Miranda

One person dies every 36 seconds from cardiovascular disease in the United States.

About 659,000 people in the United States die from heart disease each year—that’s 1 in every 4 deaths! Goodlette Office 730 Goodlette Road North | Suite 100 | Naples, FL 34102 Pine Ridge Office 6376 Pine Ridge Road | Suite 180 | Naples, FL 34119

One person dies every 36 seconds from cardiovascular disease in the United States.

One person dies every 36 seconds from cardiovascular disease in the United States.

About 659,000 people in the United States die from heart disease each year—that’s 1 in every 4 deaths!

Dr. Diana Miranda is board certified in Internal Medicine, Nuclear Cardiology, and is Board Eligible in Adult Cardiovascular Disease. She is bilingual, native Spanish speaking.

About 659,000 people in the United States die from heart disease each year—that’s 1 in every 4 deaths!

About 659,000 people in the United States die from heart disease each year—that’s 1 in every 4 deaths!

Rajagopal Reddy, MD, is board certified in Internal Medicine, Cardiovascular Diseases, Interventional Cardiology, and Critical Care Medicine. He has particular interest in coronary artery disease, valvular heart disease, congestive heart failure, hypertension and arrhythmias. He received his post graduate training in Chicago at Grant Hospital and Illinois Masonic Medical Center after moving to the United States from India after medical school.

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THOUGHTFUL SOURCING, DIETARY INTEGRITY AND GOOD TASTE CONVERGE AT THESE SOUTHWEST FLORIDA RESTAURANTS THAT GO FAR BEYOND BUZZWORDS.

Eating clean in the real world is anything but easy, especially when you’re navigating food sensitivities, health goals or medically restricted diets. Even with more ‘healthy’ menus than ever, it’s tough to tell which places walk the talk: Who’s really sourcing local and organic? Who’s avoiding hidden additives or preventing cross-contamination?

Here, we’ve curated a list of standout local spots that go beyond surface-level wellness branding. All share a focus on local-first sourcing, offerings catered to vegan and gluten-free diners and a serious commitment to transparency.

Living Vine Organic Café, Fort Myers Health coach Sylvie Szabo aimed to bridge the gap for diners with dietary restrictions when she opened Living Vine Organic Café nearly six years ago. The Fort Myers breakfast and lunch spot, which relocated to a larger location off College Parkway in February, specializes in vegan, vegetarian and gluten- and dairy-free meals. Many dishes are made

with local ingredients and layered with nutrient-dense, functional foods. Sylvie draws from her stock of USDA-certified organic producers, including arabica beans from Java D’Oro, a family-run roaster in Cape Coral, and works with area co-ops to source seasonal produce. In the kitchen, the team uses dedicated cookware to accommodate restricted diets, and fine-tunes recipes to deliver maximum flavor and texture, even when swapping ingredients. For anyone who assumes having restrictions means sacrificing indulgence, the Lemon Blue Majik donut begs to differ—vegan and gluten-free, it’s glazed with blue spirulina for a nutrient and antioxidant boost. Other functional ingredients appear in everything from the mushroom coffee lattes to the tapenade wraps to the rotating specials. livingvineorganiccafe.com

The Local, Naples

At first glance, the menu at The Local reads more indulgent than virtuous—pot roast with polenta, chorizo pizza, blue

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crab tagliatelle in uni butter. And sure, it’s not ‘healthy’ in the green-juice-andCrossFit sense—but this beloved North Naples spot hits a sweet spot few restaurants manage: chef-driven food made with clean, local ingredients and surprising flexibility for those with food sensitivities or personal preferences.

This is where you go for a real night out—robust wines, house-cured meats, slow-fermented sourdough—with room at the table for the meat lover, the gluten-avoider and everyone in between.

Chef-owner Jeff Mitchell, a James Beard Foundation guest chef, recently featured

on Diners, Drive-Ins & Dives , brings fine-dining standards. He and his team aren’t just open to modifications; they’re ready for them, with separate pans and pantry items like house-made vegan almond cheese or low-FODMAP cheddar at the ready. (Think: bruschetta reimagined with roasted sweet potato slices instead of bread, or a lentil-free riff on their red lentil soup, subbing cauliflower and cream to suit strict keto needs, without losing richness or intent.)

While many restaurants aim to be farm-to-table, The Local, which opened in 2013, makes good on the promise with

Juice Society Juicery, in Estero’s Coconut Point, sources its produce from farms in Immokalee and Vero Beach.

every plate. At least 80% of what’s served is sourced from regional farms: produce and eggs from Inyoni Organic Farm and Farmer Mike’s, hormone-free beef from Glades County’s Seminole Pride and Gulf seafood delivered weekly by low-emission ferry from the Keys. Even when the sourcing goes beyond state lines—like the Faroe Island salmon—it’s chosen with intention. “It may be a lot easier to get cheeses and already-cured meats from these other places,” Jeff says. “But going that extra mile isn’t just something we check off on a list; it’s important to who we are and what we stand for.” thelocalnaples.com

Juice Society Juicery, Estero

Among the various standout juice bars in Southwest Florida, there’s Juice Society Juicery, where the cold-press is made with 100% organic produce and the açaí and dragonfruit bowl bases are blended to order daily, often 15 to 20 times, using only unsweetened, additive-free frozen fruit (never premade mixes or syrups).

Non-dairy nut milks are also crafted in-house for a clean, preservative-free blend. The shop’s level of control and intention has earned it a strong following—and a recent partnership with The Ritz-Carlton, Naples Spa.

After operating out of a stand at Coconut Point for two years, Matt and Kallie Isadore opened their brick-and-mortar at the outdoor mall in 2023. The duo designed the sleek space to encourage lingering over the nourishing menu, which sources all fruit and vegetables from farms in Immokalee and Vero Beach. “It’s not just a place where you stop by, order and head out, but to take in the space, relax and decompress for a while,” Matt says. “It’s about the juices, but it’s also what the juices stand for.”

Before launching, the Isadores consulted a registered dietitian on the recipes,

Green Apron Cafe in Naples prioritizes locally sourced, nutrient-dense staples for flavorful creations like the Cuban grain bowl and Blueberry Crumble smoothie. Kathleen Brennan opened in 2017, following demand for her efforts to clean up kids’ school lunches at local schools and daycares.

prioritizing anti-inflammatory ingredients and nutrient-dense combinations. Favorites include low-fruit, low-sugar options like the OG (Original Greens), with tons of leafy greens, and sippers with functional ingredients, like superfood chia seeds and spirulina, a complete protein packed with antioxidants but best consumed in small doses (like in a smart juice blend). juicesocietyjuicery.com

Food

& Thought 2, Naples

When the original Food & Thought opened near Downtown Naples two decades ago, it helped define clean eating in the city. The team still sets the bar with organic, uncompromising ingredients— and has been doing so long before it was trendy. Food & Thought 2, which debuted in 2022 on Airport-Pulling and Vanderbilt

Beach roads, expands on the legacy with a more elevated, dine-in experience and a stylish, relaxed setting, where raw, vegan and gluten- and dairy-free dishes are anything but restrictive.

At the helm is chef Andrae Green, whose ingredient standards trace back to his childhood in Jamaica. “We grew most everything we ate,” he says. His dishes are built on grass-fed and -finished beef, free-range chicken and eggs, and produce sourced from the parent company’s Oakes Farms, down the road. While the menu includes comfort staples like shrimp and grits and French toast, it’s built with flexibility. Dedicated vegan and gluten-free sections, a health-forward breakfast menu and bar bites like sesame-glazed tofu and grilled cauliflower make it easy for diners to tailor their meals.

Pastry chef Kimberly Williams draws from her two decades of experience for takes on brownies and berry cobblers that are rich, nuanced—and completely vegan and gluten-free. Next door, a small marketplace lets regulars stock up on clean pantry staples, produce and prepared items for a full-circle approach. foodandthought2.com

Green Apron Cafe, Naples

What began as an effort to upgrade lunches at Community School of Naples, St. Ann’s and other private schools has grown into one of Naples’ most reliable spots for feel-good eats. Owner Kathleen Brennan launched Green Apron after demand grew for her better-for-you kids’ meals, where she’d swap beets for food coloring, Greek yogurt for sour cream. In

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2017, she turned the concept into a cozy 20-seat East Naples cafe—with gluten-, dairy- and sugar-free fare. The kitchen’s cooking standards read like a holistic nutritionist’s dream. Food is made to order using produce from Oakes Farms; nutrient-dense staples like farro, quinoa and chia; and clean proteins like wild-caught salmon, wild shrimp and grass-fed beef. Cooking is done exclusively with extra virgin olive oil and coconut oil—no seed oils, no fillers, no preservatives. Sauces and dressings are made in-house with fresh herbs, spices and minimal added salt or sugar.

Still, the menu doesn’t shy away from bold ideas—Cuban grain bowls and veggie muffins sit comfortably alongside a rotating lineup of soups, smoothies and sandwiches. An open kitchen keeps the process transparent, while fridges hold ready-to-go family meals, cold-pressed juices, kombucha and bottles of Kathleen’s popular house-made dressings. “Fresh just tastes better,” she says. We’re inclined to agree. greenaproncafe.com

If you have a severe allergy or restriction, ask about preparation practices when ordering.

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For lifelong golfer Kevin VanDuser, success on the course starts with the player’s mindset: You have to see yourself as one of the greats to swing like one. The belief drove him to launch GOATED Golf in 2023—a Bonita Springs–based brand turning putters into statement pieces.

The brand’s core line, OG Putters, sets the foundation: sleek, precision-milled blade and mallet designs that blend high-performance with everyday swagger. Collaborations with beloved local names—like Doc Ford’s Beach House and Old Corkscrew Golf Club— bring a sense of place to GOATED’s national following. But its momentum comes from bold, monthly drops of limited-run designs inspired by iconic athletes, teams, films and cultural moments.

April’s release included a pinstripe nod for Yankees fans; May brought The Force, a Star Wars–themed design riffing on “May the Fourth Be With You,” complete with coordinating head covers, ball markers, grips and tees. Each capsule includes 100 to 300 putters.

Whether you’re playing 18 or just want to look like you could, these putters bring a bit of swagger to every swing. goated.golf

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