Celebrating Women Physicians
TFP Spotlight
Dr. Neha Verma
Dr. Neha Verma, Founder & President, Internal Medicine at Moffit Cancer Center
🩺 Board-certified Internal Medicine physician & Medical Director at Moffitt Cancer Center
🔬 Research leader & Founder of the I-TOX service
🌟 Founder TFP Nonprofit, 501(c)(3) nonprofit uniting 1,000+ women physicians
🎗 Champion of philanthropy through TFP’s partnership with 1Voice Foundation @1voiceacademy
✨ Featured in Women’s Health Magazine with KMAK Fitness @nehas.fitness.journey
🏆 Recognized as a Top Doctor in Tampa Magazine
👩👧👦 Devoted wife, mother & wellness advocate
She blends strength with compassion, research with empathy, and ambition with heart — creating spaces where women in medicine feel seen, valued, and connected.
TFP is more than a network. It’s a movement built on purpose, service, and to elevate one another.
Here’s to women physicians who stand boldly, lead courageously, and care deeply — TOGETHER
Dr. Resham Datta
A few things that make her extraordinary:
🩺 Double board-certified Anesthesiology & Pain Medicine physician
📚 26 years of education, 9 board exams — and still growing, learning, and building
💼 Founder of a fully female-run private practice
👩👧👦 A devoted wife and mother
🌟 Vice President of Tampa Female Physicians
✨ Business owner of VIO Med Spa @viomedspa.tampa
📖 Author of Brown Child
Her success is grounded in hard work, family support, humility, and purpose. She leads with intelligence, compassion, and integrity — pouring her full heart into every role she takes on while uplifting the women around her.
We are proud to celebrate women like Dr. Datta within TFP — physicians who heal, lead, inspire, and still make time to glow ✨
Here’s to women physicians everywhere — breaking barriers, changing medicine, and redefining leadership every single day.
Dr. Rosana Lastra
Dr. Rosana Lastra is a board-certified pediatrician and founder of Head2Toe Pediatrics, where she practices relationship-centered care focused on whole-child wellbeing and evidence-based medicine. Drawing on her Puerto Rican heritage and cross-cultural experiences, she brings empathy and understanding to families navigating uncertainty, helping them make informed decisions with confidence.
At Head2Toe Pediatrics, care goes beyond the exam room, creating a space where families feel seen, supported, and safe. In honor of National Women Physicians Week, Dr. Lastra celebrates women physicians who lead with courage, compassion, and dedication to children and their communities.
Dr. Jasmine Jacob
Dr. Jasmine Jacob is a board certified cardiologist. Originally from New York, she has been in the Tampa area for 10 years practicing at BayCare Medical Group in St Petersburg, Florida. She completed her undergraduate studies at Union College in Schenectady NY, then she went on to complete her graduate studies with a Masters of Medical Sciences and Masters of Public Health at Boston University. From there she completed her medical school training at St George’s University in Grenada, WI. Dr. Jacob completed her residency and fellowship at NYU-Winthrop in Mineola, NY.
Dr. Jacob has been recognized as a Tampa Bay Top Doctor in 2025. She is passionate about all areas of cardiology and enjoys the connections made with patients and collaborating with colleagues. Outside of work, Dr. Jacob is a proud mom of two children. She values her family life with her husband who is a Tampa Bay native. She enjoys traveling, art, photography, music and all kinds of creative projects.
Dr. Bose Neeru
Dr. Bose Neeru is a board-certified medical oncologist known for her commitment to patient-centered care, access, and service. She completed her residency at Beth Israel Medical Center in New York City and her fellowship at Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center. She went on to spend eight years building and leading a large private oncology practice in the Chicagoland area, where she emphasized compassionate, quality-driven care grounded in communication, collaboration, and trust.
After relocating to Tampa, Dr. Bose assumed leadership of a virtual second-opinion program that connects patients with cancer diagnoses to expert opinions from NCI- and NCCN-designated academic centers. Her work is driven by a passion for expanding access to high-level oncology expertise, particularly for patients in rural and underserved communities.
Family remains central to her life. Dr. Bose enjoys traveling with her husband, Dr. Lohith Bose, and their son, Dylan, and values the perspective gained through experiencing diverse cultures. As the daughter of immigrants, she is deeply committed to initiatives that expand access to education and support vulnerable populations. She is also proud to work alongside colleagues advancing the mission of the Tampa Female Physician Network.
Dr. Nayyar
Dr. Nayyar is a New York City–trained, double board-certified dermatologist and Founder & Medical Director of Dermaclinique. Internationally recognized for her expertise in Mohs micrographic surgery, reconstructive dermatologic surgery, hair restoration, and advanced cosmetic procedures, her training includes an NIH Clinical Research Fellowship and a specialized procedural dermatology fellowship at Mount Sinai Beth Israel.
Guided by a commitment to precision and personalized care, Dr. Nayyar has built Dermaclinique into a thriving, boutique practice serving the Tampa Bay community, offering comprehensive medical, surgical, and cosmetic dermatology. A published author and sought-after speaker, she continues to contribute to advancements in the field. As a physician, surgeon, founder, and mother of three girls, Dr. Nayyar embodies leadership, innovation, and compassion in modern dermatology.
Dr. Marai Roque
Dr. Marai Roque is a board certified family medicine concierge physician who believes deeply in relationship-based, patient-centered care. She is passionate about advocating for her patients, truly listening to them, and building lifelong relationships rooted in trust. She cares for patients of all ages, allowing entire families to have one medical home rather than fragmented care, and strives to make every patient feel supported and confident that they have someone who genuinely has their back with their health.
Dr. Roque is committed to bringing ease, warmth, and a personal touch back to medicine, while empowering patients to take ownership of their health. She is also a dedicated women’s health advocate, treating a wide range of women’s health conditions in her clinic, with a strong focus on perimenopause and other life transitions, helping women live strong, healthy, and fulfilling lives at every stage.
Sree Lalitha Degala, MD
Dr. Sree Lalitha Degala MD, MSPH is a board-certified radiologist with over 20 years of experience and dual fellowship training in neuroradiology and breast imaging. She earned her undergraduate degree from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and received her medical degree from East Carolina University. She completed her radiology residency at Wake Forest University, followed by fellowship training in neuroradiology at Emory University and breast imaging at with Moffitt Cancer Center with University of South Florida.
Dr. Degala is deeply committed to women’s health and has served on the Board of Directors of the Susan G. Komen Foundation. She has also contributed to national education efforts, teaching ultrasound-guided biopsy and advanced breast biopsy techniques.
Outside of medicine, Dr. Degala is a passionate artist, working in painting and photography. She also enjoys gardening and spending time with family.
Janeen Alidina, MD
Janeen Alidina, MD is an OB-GYN with The Woman’s Group, where she has been caring for women for the past 10 years. She grew up in Clearwater, Florida, attended college and medical school at the University of Florida, and completed her residency at Bayfront Health in St. Petersburg. As a physician and a mother of three daughters, Dr. Alidina is deeply passionate about supporting women through every stage of life. She is proud to serve the same community that shaped her and honored to celebrate National Women Physicians Week alongside so many inspiring women in medicine
Psychiatrist
Dr. Shama Rathi
Dr. Shama Rathi, MD is a double board-certified child and adolescent psychiatrist. She earned her medical degree from Ross University School of Medicine, completed her psychiatry residency at SUNY Downstate Medical Center, and her child and adolescent psychiatry fellowship at NYU.
Dr. Rathi is the founder of LunaJoy Health, a mental health platform dedicated to earlier screening, detection, and treatment of pregnancy and postpartum mood disorders. Under her leadership, LunaJoy expanded into 13 states and embedded within over 100 OBGYN practices to deliver accessible, integrated mental health care at the point of need reaching women during one of the most vulnerable periods of their lives. Our mission is to improve access to women with high-quality therapy and counseling.
Dr. Emma Westermann, MD
Dr. Emma Westermann, MD, founded Healthspan Immunology in 2024 to care for patients with immune deficiency, immune dysregulation, allergies, and PANS/PANDAS. She is grateful to be a part of the Tampa Female Physicians community.
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Jahnavi (Janel) Pastore
Jahnavi (Janel) Pastore, MD is a board certified fellowship trained Radiologist who brings over 18 years of expertise to our community. Dr. Pastore earned her medical degree from Tufts University School of Medicine in Boston, MA, and simultaneously obtained an MBA through the Tufts, Northeastern, and Brandeis Universities combined program. She completed her training at Lahey Hospital and Medical Center in Burlington, MA. She moved to Florida in 2007 and quickly became known for her compassionate approach and clinical excellence.
With a passion for women's health and wellness, Dr. Pastore serves as Chief of Breast Imaging at Florida Medical Clinic Orlando Health. She provides comprehensive breast cancer screening and diagnostic services including image-guided biopsies and preoperative localizations. Dr. Pastore ensures every patient's breast imaging and diagnostic needs are met with the highest level of care.
Dr. Jennifer Eatrides
Dr. Jennifer Eatrides is a board-certified hematologist and oncologist who completed all of her medical training—from medical school through fellowship—here in Tampa at the University of South Florida. She is an Associate Member in the Department of Community and Satellite Oncology at Moffitt Cancer Center and serves as the Medical Director at Moffitt International Plaza, Moffitt’s ambulatory site in South Tampa.
Dr. Eatrides is also actively involved in fellow education through teaching rounds on Moffitt’s consult service at Tampa General Hospital, where she helps train the next generation of physicians while continuing to learn alongside them. Her clinical focus includes benign blood disorders, malignant hematology, and gastrointestinal cancers.
Outside of medicine, Dr. Eatrides cherishes time with her three children, who keep life balanced, busy, and full.
Dr. Parveen S. Vahora
Dr. Parveen S. Vahora offers a boutique, highly personalized approach to women’s health, specializing in minimally invasive and robotic gynecologic surgery. Board-certified and fellowship-trained, she treats conditions such as endometriosis, fibroids, chronic pelvic pain, and abnormal uterine bleeding with an emphasis on elegant solutions and faster recovery.
She is especially recognized for guiding women through perimenopause and menopause with individualized, evidence-based care. Known for advancing women’s health locally, Dr. Vahora was the first to perform a single-site robotic hysterectomy in North Pinellas County and is the only physician in the area to offer MonaLisa Touch laser therapy.
Her practice is designed for women seeking sophisticated care delivered with time, trust, and intention.
Dr. Preeti Kallu
Dr. Preeti Kallu is a board-certified internal medicine physician serving the Tampa Bay area, providing highly personalized, concierge-style care through Internal Medicine of Tampa Bay. Her proactive, relationship-driven approach focuses on prevention, long-term health optimization, and empowering patients in their care.
She integrates lifestyle medicine, nutrition, and evidence-based preventive strategies, with special emphasis on women’s health, midlife wellness, hormonal balance, cardiovascular risk reduction, and healthy aging.
Dr. Kallu earned her medical degree from Osmania Medical College and completed her residency at Harrisburg Hospital, Penn State University. She has practiced at Buffalo General Hospital and has served the Tampa Bay community for several years. A multilingual physician and mother of two teenage daughters, she brings a compassionate, thoughtful perspective to care across all life stages.
Dr. Tatiana Parra
Dr. Tatiana Parra is an Internal Medicine physician with interest in functional medicine. She has a holistic approach, helping patients find authentic health and wellness
*Languages: English, Spanish, Italian
Dr. Courtney Simmons
Dr. Courtney Simmons, MD is a double board-certified anesthesiologist and pain medicine specialist dedicated to compassionate, evidence-based care for patients with acute and chronic pain. She earned her medical degree from Howard University College of Medicine, completed her anesthesiology residency at the University of Pennsylvania, and a pain medicine fellowship at Massachusetts General Hospital.
Dr. Simmons specializes in interventional and multimodal pain management, treating spine-related, neuropathic, musculoskeletal, and post-surgical pain conditions. She is known for her patient-centered approach, clear communication, and commitment to improving function, safety, and quality of life through individualized care.
Dr. Daphne O’Reilly
Dr. Daphne O’Reilly is a board-certified internal medicine physician recognized for contributing to measurable improvements in patient outcomes through evidence-based practice and quality-focused care. She is currently completing leadership training and is a strong advocate for women in medicine, with a commitment to equity, collaboration, and excellence in clinical care.
Dr. Yamilet Tirado
Dr. Yamilet Tirado is a double board-certified pediatric otolaryngologist at Tampa Children’s ENT, providing specialized ear, nose, and throat care to children in the Tampa Bay area. She earned her medical degree from the University of Puerto Rico School of Medicine, where she was inducted into Alpha Omega Alpha, and completed her residency at Baylor College of Medicine followed by a pediatric otolaryngology fellowship at the Hospital for Sick Children in Toronto.
Dr. Tirado joined Tampa Children’s ENT in 2021 after a decade at Nicklaus Children’s Hospital in Miami and provides care at St. Joseph’s Children’s Hospital and Brandon Regional Hospital. She specializes in congenital and head and neck disorders, airway procedures, and functional and cosmetic nasal surgery.
She is an active member and fellow of several national professional organizations and is bilingual in English and Spanish. Outside of work, she enjoys traveling, staying active, and spending time with her husband and children.
Dr. Tessa Goodman
Dr. Tessa Goodman is a board certified adult and geriatric psychiatrist. She completed her general psychiatry residency at SUNY Downstate Medical Center in Brooklyn, NY and then her geriatric psychiatry fellowship at Weill Cornell Medical Center.
She was the administrative psychiatrist for the Weill Cornell and Columbia Medical Center Acute Telepsychiatry Consultation Liaison Service providing neuropsychiatric evaluations for complicated medically ill patients in NYC. She is also a published textbook author on agitation management in older adults.
She has recently joined Talkiatry, the nations largest mental health tele provider, and is licensed in NY, CT and most recently Florida providing outpatient medication management and therapy for a variety of psychopathology including depression, anxiety, and geriatric care.
Dr. Aishwarya Sriram
Dr. Aishwarya Sriram is board-certified ophthalmologist who recently joined the faculty at University of South Florida. She practices neuro-ophthalmology, adult strabismus, and general ophthalmology. She is passionate about global health and has traveled extensively to learn, teach, and collaborate with ophthalmologists around the world. She is excited to soak up the Florida sunshine and help the patients in the Tampa Bay area.
Dr. Isenalumhe
Dr. Isenalumhe is uniquely dual-trained in pediatric and adult oncology, with a specialized focus on adolescents and young adults with acute lymphoblastic leukemia and aggressive lymphomas. She serves as an Associate Member and Medical Director of Malignant Hematology at Moffitt Cancer Center & Research Institute, where she also leads the innovative IPOP service—an advanced care model that safely delivers traditionally inpatient chemotherapy regimens in the outpatient setting, enhancing both patient experience and system efficiency.
Deeply committed to medical education, Dr. Isenalumhe was appointed Chair of the American Society of Hematology Review Series at its inception and served in this role for five years (2020–2026), guiding its growth into a nationally recognized educational platform with consistently strong learner outcomes. She remains an active ASH leader in multiple capacities, with a dedicated focus on advancing education and mentorship for the next generation of hematologists.
A proud Latina physician originally from the Dominican Republic, Dr. Isenalumhe brings both cultural perspective and deep compassion to her work. Outside of medicine, she treasures time with her husband, their spirited young daughters, and their beloved dog, Phoenix—finding joy and balance in family, community, and purpose-driven care.
Dr. Joyce Thomas
Dr. Joyce Thomas, MD, FACP, is a board-certified Internal Medicine physician with more than 20 years of experience caring for patients in the primary care setting. She completed medical school at the University of Tasmania in Australia, followed by an Internal Medicine residency in Rochester, New York, and a Women’s Health Fellowship at the Mayo Clinic in Jacksonville, Florida.
Dr. Sheetal K. Patel
Dr. Sheetal K. Patel, MD, MBA began her career as a board-certified radiologist, earning her medical degree from the University of Miami and completing her radiology residency and a fellowship in musculoskeletal radiology at the University of South Florida. She practiced with a leading Tampa radiology group for nine years, specializing in sports and orthopedic imaging.
In 2014, Dr. Patel earned her MBA from the University of South Florida, graduating at the top of her class. She subsequently transitioned from clinical medicine into business leadership, leading to her current role as Chief Operating Officer of the Patel Family Office.
As COO, Dr. Patel oversees operations and investment management across all portfolios and actively manages a real estate portfolio totaling nearly $1 billion in assets spanning hospitality, commercial real estate, and development. She is also deeply involved in nonprofit and philanthropic initiatives in healthcare and education, both domestically and internationally, and serves locally as Vice President and board member of The Charity Polo Classic, supporting its mission to strengthen the Tampa Bay community.
Dr. Rosario Hidalgo
Dr. Rosario Hidalgo is a board-certified psychiatrist specializing in adult mood and anxiety disorders. She earned her medical degree from the University of Buenos Aires and completed her psychiatry residency and psychopharmacology fellowship at Duke University in 2005.
Dr. Hidalgo divides her time between her private practice, Tampa Comprehensive Psychiatry, and clinical research at Accel Research Sites, where she evaluates novel psychiatric treatments and medical devices. Her direct-care practice emphasizes privacy, continuity, and collaborative, patient-centered care.
Previously, Dr. Hidalgo served as an Assistant Professor at the University of South Florida and Director of the Depression and Anxiety Research Institute. She has extensive experience as a principal investigator in clinical trials and has volunteered since 2014 providing mental health care to underserved populations in Hillsborough County.
Tampa Comprehensive Psychiatry, LLC
Tampa, FL | 813-501-3532 | rosariohidalgomd.com
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Dr. Correa-Selm
Dr. Correa-Selm is a U.S. board certified dermatologist and internist, international dermatologist, fellowship trained Mohs micrographic surgeon and expert confocalist.
She is an Associate Professor at the Dermatology Department of The University of South Florida and is part of the cutaneous oncology multidisciplinary team at Moffitt Cancer Center, where she is the Chief of the Dermatology Division.
Prior to being at USF/Moffitt, she was the Director of Cutaneous Surgery at Cleveland Clinic Indian River Hospital while also teaching as an assistant professor at FSU. Before moving to Florida, she completed a fellowship in Mohs micrographic surgery in New Jersey after completing her Dermatology residency at Rutgers - Robert Wood Johnson Medical School. Additionally, she also accomplished a confocal microscopy fellowship and a laser/cosmetic research fellowship. She also performed research at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer in New York, completed her Internal Medicine residency at Cornell New York Downtown Hospital and performed research at Harvard's renowned Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center in Boston following spending one year as a physician in a remote underserved area of South America.
She is a published author of numerous book chapters in dermatology as well as articles in important medical journals.
Dr. Amy Solomon
Dr. Amy Solomon is a board-certified OB/GYN based in Tampa, Florida. Born and raised in Tampa, she has served the community for 28 years as part of Women’s Care Tampa, a division of Women’s Care Florida. She sees patients at two convenient office locations: one at St. Joseph’s Women’s Hospital and another in the Carrollwood area. For patient convenience, the Carrollwood office offers 3D mammograms and in-office surgeries performed with an anesthesiologist. Both locations provide ultrasound services and on-site blood draws.
Dr. Solomon is committed to personalized care and patient education, and she offers the most up-to-date medical treatment options. She is trained in robotic and minimally invasive surgical techniques and provides comprehensive women’s healthcare for every stage of life—from contraception and pregnancy care to menopause management. Her services include well women annual exams, obstetric care, evaluation and treatment of abnormal Pap smears and HPV, IUD and Nexplanon insertions, management of polycystic ovary syndrome, menstrual irregularities, fibroids, and hormone replacement therapy, including pellet insertions and treatment for low libido.
In the community, Dr Solomon serves on the board of the Judeo Christian Clinic and is a member of the Athena Society.
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Tampa, FL 33607
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Tampa, FL 33618
Dr. Marina S. Kaufman
Dr. Marina S. Kaufman, MD is a board-certified gastroenterologist specializing in gastroenterology and hepatology, with a particular focus on comprehensive general GI care for female patients. She completed her medical training in New York at SUNY Downstate and has been in clinical practice since 2013.
Dr. Kaufman brings extensive experience across both private and public healthcare settings, including private practice, VA systems, and contract-based roles. She has worked across multiple major health systems and hospitals, including AdventHealth, Lee Health, Health First, and HCA, giving her a broad and adaptable clinical perspective.
Outside of medicine, Dr. Kaufman is a dedicated wife and mother of three. She and her family love to travel as much as possible, often internationally. In her personal time, she enjoys growing rare roses and orchids, baking and decorating cakes, and cooking. Her children are highly active in academics, competitive sports, and acting and modeling—activities that have further fueled the family’s passion for global travel and cultural exploration.
Dr Eva Gupta
Dr. Eva Gupta is a medical oncologist and hematologist with Florida Cancer Specialists & Research Institute in Pasco County. Prior to receiving her internal medicine training at St. John Hospital and Medical Center in Detroit, Michigan, Dr. Gupta served as a research assistant at Michigan State University, where she investigated the role of sentinel lymph node mapping in colon cancer and worked on National Surgical Adjuvant Breast and Bowel Project (NSAPB) protocols.
Following her residency, Dr. Gupta relocated to Jacksonville, Florida and practiced as a hospitalist before pursuing additional medical training. Subsequently, Dr. Gupta completed subspecialty fellowship training in hematology/oncology at the Mayo Clinic in Jacksonville, one of the largest and most highly regarded medical centers in the world and internationally recognized for its scientific excellence and focus on cancer prevention, diagnosis and treatment.
Dr. Gupta has a keen interest in clinical research. She has presented her research at national symposiums and been published in several peer-reviewed journals. In 2017, Dr. Gupta joined FCS in Hillsborough County. She serves on the FCS Quality Committee.
Dr. Archana Swami
Dr. Archana Swami is a board certified endocrinologist. She completed her residency in Boston and fellowship in endocrinology at University of Massachusetts.
She has been practicing endocrinology since 2014, moving to Tampa to be closer to family and calls Tampa home. She has worked at a multi-speciality practice and tampa general hospital prior to launching her private solo practice Prime endocrinology of Tampa in 2021.
She looks forward to partnering with her patients and primary care physicians. She believes in practicing evidence based endocrinology. Her primary interested include diabetes, thyroid disease, medical weight loss and woman’s health. She believes the best way to practice medicine is by establishing lasting relationships with patients!
Outside of work - she loves the beach and looks forward to traveling with her 2 boys and husband.
Dr. Carpenter
Dr. Carpenter is a dually board-certified physician specializing in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation and expertise in Lifestyle Medicine, with a passion for advancing patient care through innovative regenerative medicine techniques. With 10 years of experience in musculoskeletal health and functional restoration, experience in hospital and office based setting, Dr. Carpenter combines evidence-based practices with cutting-edge therapies to help patients achieve optimal recovery and improved quality of life. At DJC Medical Group, she blends innovation, compassion, and holistic care to deliver a patienta patient-first, VIP approach bringing luxury-level care with a down-to-earth touch.
Dr. Gaelle Laurore-Fray
Dr. Gaelle Laurore-Fray is a board-certified family medicine physician and diplomate of the American Board of Obesity and Lifestyle Medicine with a deep passion for community health and medical education. Born in Brooklyn and raised in Haiti before relocating to Miami, she earned her undergraduate degree in Psychology with a neuroscience focus from Princeton University. She received her medical degree from Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine in Bradenton, FL, and completed her family medicine residency at Broward Health in Fort Lauderdale.
Following residency, Dr. Laurore-Fray joined Tampa Family Health Centers (TFHC), Florida’s largest Federally Qualified Health Center, where she now serves as Executive Vice President of Medicine and Medical Education and Medical Director of the Tampa Family Infusion Center. She leads the growth of multiple residency programs, including the new Family Medicine residency with BayCare Health and the upcoming Pediatrics residency with KPIGME, and spearheaded TFHC’s weight loss program, now serving approximately 1,100 patients monthly. Outside of medicine, she enjoys time with her husband and two children and channels her creativity through interior design and DIY projects.
Dr. Kerry Reller
Dr. Kerry Reller is a board-certified Family and Obesity Medicine physician and the owner of Clearwater Family Medicine and Allergy in the Tampa Bay area. She provides comprehensive, patient-centered care by integrating primary care, allergy services, metabolic health, and menopause care, with a focus on prevention and treating the whole person—not just a diagnosis.
Dr. Reller completed her medical training and family medicine residency at the University of Maryland, then returned to Florida to work alongside her father, gaining hands-on experience in allergy and asthma care and later assuming leadership of the practice. Today, she balances caring for patients with leading a growing medical practice.
Outside the clinic, Dr. Reller is a mom of three who truly practices what she preaches- prioritizing health, balance, and sustainability in real life. She also hosts The Get Healthy Tampa Bay Podcast, highlighting physicians and health professionals making a meaningful impact in the community. Proud to stand alongside so many incredible women in medicine.
Dr. Rosa Taveras-Delgado
Dr. Rosa Taveras-Delgado, MD, FAAP is a Dominican, board-certified pediatrician at AdventHealth Wesley Chapel, fluent in both English and Spanish. She cares for children from newborn to 18, and is known for building strong, meaningful relationships with families—always making patients feel comfortable and explaining medical concepts in a way they can truly understand.
She’s also a faculty member in the Family Medicine Program at AdventHealth Wesley Chapel and is loving her new role in academia. 📚🩺
Outside of work, Dr. Taveras-Delgado enjoys reading, watching movies, Korean dramas and most importantly, spending quality time with her family.
Dr. Farhana Rahman
Dr. Farhana Rahman is a board-certified family physician committed to delivering personalized, high-quality care for patients of all ages. She completed her residency at the University of South Florida and is fluent in English, Bengali, Hindi, and Urdu, allowing her to connect with and serve diverse communities.
With a passion for whole-person care, Dr. Rahman blends clinical expertise with heartfelt compassion, empowering patients to improve their health and overall quality of life. Beyond the clinic, she is an author and dedicated philanthropist who collaborates with nonprofit organizations to support communities both locally and globally.
A proud mother, Dr. Rahman treasures time with her children, dog, and cat. She also enjoys medical mission work, reading, and writing- continuing her lifelong commitment to healing, learning, and service.
Dr. Rima Sanka
Dr. Rima Sanka grew up in upstate New York and attended Cornell University before serving with AmeriCorps in Washington, D.C. She earned her medical degree in Philadelphia and relocated to Tampa Bay in 2002, where she completed her residency at the University of South Florida and specialized in Pediatrics and Allergy & Immunology—an especially fitting field for Florida’s year-round allergy season.
A physician, business owner, and mother of two, Dr. Sanka joined Advanced Allergy and Asthma Care in 2007 and played a key leadership role in expanding the women-led practice to five locations across Pinellas, Hillsborough, and Pasco counties. The practice celebrated its 25th anniversary in 2024, and in 2025 Dr. Sanka was honored as Business Woman of the Year by the Indo–U.S. Chamber of Commerce. She is board-certified to treat both adults and children and has been recognized as a Tampa Top Doctor for five consecutive years.
Beyond clinical care, Dr. Sanka is deeply committed to education, advocacy, and community service. She serves as faculty at USF, mentors pre-health students, supports legislative efforts to expand access to stock epinephrine in public schools, and beginning this July, her practice will serve as a clinical teaching site for the KPIGME–Tampa Family Health Centers Pediatrics Residency Program—helping address the national shortage of pediatricians.
Dr. Aniqa Shahrier
Dr. Aniqa Shahrier is trained in adult congenital heart disease and pediatric cardiology and is with BayCare Medical Group in Tampa, Florida, where she sees patients newborn to adults. Dr. Shahrier earned a Doctor of Medicine from the Brody School of Medicine at East Carolina University in Greenville, North Carolina, and completed a pediatric residency at the University of Louisville in Louisville, Kentucky. She completed a pediatric cardiology fellowship at Penn State Health Children’s Hospital in Hershey, Pennsylvania, and an adult congenital heart disease fellowship at the Medical University of South Carolina in Charleston, South Carolina.
Dr. Ashley Martin
Dr. Ashley Martin is a board-certified adult psychiatrist. She received her Doctor of Medicine Degree from University of Rochester School of Medicine & Dentistry. She then completed Psychiatry Residency at Medical University of South Carolina in Charleston, SC & University of Pennsylvania in Philadelphia, PA. Dr. Martin is an outpatient psychiatrist providing mental health care for veterans at James A. Haley Veterans’ Hospital Mental Health Clinic in Tampa, FL. In this role, she is also involved in educating psychiatry resident physicians.
Dr. Martin also serves as the James A. Haley Veterans’ Hospital Physician Champion for the Psychotropic Drug Safety Initiative, a quality improvement program at every Veterans Health Administration facility focused on safe psychiatric medication prescribing. Her clinical interests include depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, physician mental health and student mental health.
Dr. Reena Kavilaveettil
Reena Kavilaveettil is a Neurologist with 20 years solo practice experience in Tampa Bay Area. Specializing in Epilepsy, Neuromuscular disorders and Movement disorders. I am very proud of to be a part of this group of incredible female physicians in Tampa area.
Dr. Parul Aneja
Dr. Parul Aneja is a board-certified Infectious Disease physician and System Medical Director for Infection Prevention, known for her leadership in patient safety, quality improvement, and physician development. She provides system-level oversight for Infection Control, Antimicrobial Stewardship, and Pharmacy & Therapeutics programs across multiple hospitals.
A physician entrepreneur and mentor, Dr. Aneja has grown her practice from a single physician into a multi-physician group with offices in Tampa and St. Petersburg. As core faculty for Infectious Diseases, she is deeply committed to training the next generation of physicians and believes excellence in healthcare is built through education, accountability, and leadership.
Outside of medicine, she enjoys time with her husband, two children, and two fur babies, loves travel, cooking, dance, and the beach, and is multilingual. She is also classically trained in Bharatanatyam.
Dr. Parul Aneja
Infectious Disease Consultants of West Florida
4710 N. Habana Ave. Suite 200
Tampa, FL 33614
813-450-3457
Dr. Gina Prakash
Dr. Gina Prakash, MD is a board-certified Rheumatologist and Internal Medicine physician serving the Tampa Bay area through Healing Rheumatology, LLC, with locations in Riverview and Plant City. She has been caring for patients with arthritis, lupus, vasculitis, and other autoimmune and musculoskeletal conditions since 2015. Trained at SUNY Buffalo and Wake Forest School of Medicine, Dr. Prakash combines evidence-based medicine with a compassionate, patient-centered approach focused on listening, education, and shared decision-making. She is committed to providing personalized care to a diverse community and building long-term, trusted relationships with her patients.
Dr. Mihaela Druta
Dr. Mihaela Druta is a nationally and internationally recognized sarcoma medical oncologist and Vice Chair of the Sarcoma Department at Moffitt Cancer Center. She serves as Section Head of Sarcoma Medical Oncology, Clinical Research Medical Director and Associate Program Director for the Hematology/Oncology Fellowship Program, while also holding an appointment as Associate Professor in the Department of Oncologic Sciences at the University of South Florida’s Morsani College of Medicine.
Dr. Druta’s career is distinguished by her leadership in clinical research and her contributions to advancing novel therapies for soft tissue sarcomas, including leiomyosarcoma, synovial sarcoma, myxoid/round cell liposarcoma, and gastrointestinal stromal tumors. As Principal Investigator for more than 40 phase I–III clinical trials, she has played a central role in developing and evaluating emerging immunotherapies, engineered T‑cell therapies, targeted agents, and combination strategies. Her research has led to high‑impact publications in leading journals such as Nature Medicine, Lancet, Nature Communications, Cancer Discovery, JAMA Oncology, and the Journal of Clinical Oncology.
A respected thought leader, Dr. Druta contributes to multiple national and international clinical trial committees, including SWOG, ECOG‑ACRIN, and the Trans‑Atlantic Retroperitoneal Sarcoma Working Group. She is also a longstanding member of the Cancer Center Support Grant Immunology Program and the Immunotherapy and Cellular Therapy (ICE‑T) Group at Moffitt.
Dr. Druta is deeply committed to medical education and mentorship, having trained and guided dozens of residents, fellows, and international scholars. Her expertise is widely sought, and she is frequently invited to speak at major oncology and immunotherapy conferences, including ASCO, CTOS, SITC, and international sarcoma research forums.
Through her clinical care, scientific leadership, and mentorship, Dr. Druta continues to advance the field of sarcoma oncology and improve outcomes for patients facing rare and complex malignancies.
Dr. Renjitha Ignatius
Dr. Renjitha Ignatius is a trusted and compassionate oncologist and hematologist with Florida Cancer Specialists & Research Institute, caring for patients in Hillsborough County. She believes every patient deserves personalized attention and the most advanced, evidence-based treatment options available.
Dr. Ignatius is known for her collaborative approach and has been part of many multidisciplinary cancer care teams. Her research has been published in respected medical journals, including the Journal of Clinical Oncology. She has special expertise in treating breast, head and neck, gastrointestinal, and genitourinary cancers, as well as central nervous system, bladder, lung, and blood-related cancers.
She makes it a priority to see newly diagnosed patients within 24-48 hours and stays in close communication with referring providers to ensure seamless, coordinated care. Passionate about helping her neighbors, Dr. Ignatius is proud to provide world-class cancer care right here in the community she calls home.
Dr. Marie R. Dona
Dr. Marie R. Dona, MD is a board-certified psychiatrist and the founder of Dona Wellness Clinic, a physician-led practice serving patients across Florida and multiple states. She works with adults, children, adolescents, and perinatal patients, taking a holistic approach that blends evidence-based medication management, therapy, and lifestyle medicine. She’s also board-certified in obesity medicine and is passionate about expanding access to metabolic and weight-management care for women and families.
After growing up and completing her medical training in the Northeast, Dr. Dona relocated to the Tampa Bay area for the sunshine, warm weather, and time on the water. Outside of work, she loves spending time with her husband, two young sons, and their two dogs—and is always happy to meet new people, so feel free to say hi!
Dr. Roshni Ranjit-Reeves
Dr. Roshni Ranjit-Reeves, MD is a double board-certified oculoplastic and reconstructive surgeon specializing in laser-assisted eyelid surgery, advanced aesthetic laser treatments, and results-driven skincare. Known for her meticulous technique and personalized approach, Dr. Rosh blends surgical precision with skin health to deliver natural, refreshed results. Each treatment plan is thoughtfully customized, focusing on long-term confidence and refined outcomes that help patients look rested and like the best version of themselves. She has served as a panelist, speaker, and instructor at national meetings and is a Florida native and beach lover, excited to bring both reconstructive and aesthetic care to her state-of-the-art space.
Dr. Diane Durgan
Dr. Diane Durgan is board-certified in general surgery and focuses her practice in breast surgical oncology. She completed her undergraduate studies in community health and Spanish from Tufts University in Medford, Massachusetts. She earned her Doctor of Medicine from St. George’s University School of Medicine in Grenada, West Indies. She continued her medical education by completing a general surgery residency at Stamford Hospital/Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons in Stamford, Connecticut. Dr. Durgan then completed a breast surgical oncology fellowship at the Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minnesota. She also holds a Masters degree in Public Health from Yale University in New Haven, Connecticut.
As a member of BayCare Medical Group in Tampa, Florida, Dr. Durgan treats patients age 18 and older, with a wide variety of breast disorders and is deeply committed to the well-being of her patients. She takes a thorough and precise approach to her consultations to ensure that she is consistently providing the highest level of care to all her patients. She is a member of the American College of Surgeons, the Association of Women Surgeons, the American Society of Breast Surgery, and the Society of Surgical Oncology. Dr. Durgan speaks Spanish and is affiliated with St. Joseph’s Hospital-North in Lutz and St. Joseph's Women's Hospital in Tampa.
Dr. Natasha Verma
Dr. Natasha Verma is a board-certified family medicine physician dedicated to delivering compassionate, patient-centered care. Recognized as Tampa’s Top Doctor in Family Medicine, she brings over a decade of clinical experience to her practice and is deeply committed to building meaningful, long-term relationships with her patients.
Dr. Verma believes exceptional care begins with understanding the whole person. She prioritizes education and collaboration, empowering patients to make informed decisions about their health. Her clinical focus includes preventive medicine, chronic disease management, and comprehensive wellness, helping patients achieve sustainable, lifelong health.
She values balance- outside the office, she’s creating memories with her family, exploring new restaurants and traveling!
Dr. Maria Hicks
Originally from Medellín, Colombia, Dr. Maria Hicks is a board-certified dermatologist and CILAD-certified Trichologist with over 23 years of experience. After practicing in South America, she completed a research fellowship at Wake Forest University and a second residency at Geisinger Medical Center. Now based in Tampa, she provides bilingual care in English and Spanish, focusing on a patient-centered approach that connects physical wellness with emotional health.
Dr. Hicks offers a unique dual expertise in medical dermatology and advanced trichology, specializing in the diagnosis and management of complex hair loss and scalp disorders. Her practice addresses everything from androgenetic alopecia to inflammatory scarring conditions like lichen planopilaris and CCCA. By integrating these fields, she provides holistic, long-term restoration strategies and personalized treatments that go beyond standard dermatological care.
She is currently seeing patients at Florida Medical Clinic Orlando Health with locations in Wesley Chapel and Zephyrhills.
Dr. Smitha R. Pabbathi
Dr. Smitha R. Pabbathi is board certified in internal medicine and obesity medicine. She focuses on prevention and early detection. Dr. Pabbathi has contributed numerous articles to peer-reviewed publications, including the Journal of Cancer Survivorship. She’s a core faculty member of the St. Joseph’s Hospital Internal Medicine Residency Program in Tampa, Florida.
Dr. Sonal Patel
Sonal Patel, MD, is a board-certified internal medicine physician who graduated from the University of Silesia Medical School in 2002 and completed her residency at Lenox Hill Hospital in Manhattan, New York. She has been practicing primary care medicine in the Tampa Bay area since 2005 and has owned her own practice since 2016. Dr. Patel embraces an integrated medical approach, thoughtfully blending allopathic and natural medicine to provide comprehensive, patient-centered care. She currently serves as President of Medical Associates of West Florida and sits on its board. Outside of her professional life, she is a devoted mother of four who enjoys traveling and dancing. She tries to focus on service and community outreach, serving on the Board of Directors for Joshua House.
Sonal Patel MD
Board Certified Internal Medicine
Medical Associates of West Florida
President; Board of Directors
Tel: (727) 861 9800
Dr. Camille C. Imbo
Dr. Camille C. Imbo, MD, MPH is a pediatric and adolescent gynecologist based in St. Petersburg. She is the founder of SPARC Gynecology, a direct-care practice focused on children, adolescents, and young adults. She is passionate about education, health equity, and advocacy. In addition to her clinical work, she is the co-host of the educational podcast PAG over Pastries.
Dr. Sepideh Mokhtari
Dr. Sepideh Mokhtari is an Associate Member in the Department of Neuro-Oncology at Moffitt Cancer Center. Dr. Mokhtari received her medical degree from Texas A&M College of Medicine in Temple, TX. She completed a Neurology Residency at Houston Methodist Hospital, where she also served as Chief Resident. She most recently completed a Neuro-Oncology Fellowship at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center.
Dr. Mokhtari’s clinical interests are primarily in brain tumors and neurologic complications of cancer. Her research focus is neurologic complications of immunotherapy and paraneoplastic syndromes. In addition, her research interests include patients with neurofibromatosis with plexiform neurofibromas, meningiomas, acoustic neuromas and ependymomas.
She is the director of Tuberous Sclerosis clinic and co-director of Neurofibromatosis clinic at Moffitt Cancer Center.
Dr. Minda L. Patt
Minda L. Patt, MD is an anesthesiologist specializing in regional anesthesia and acute pain management on staff at St. Joseph’s Hospital of Tampa. After having completed medical and subspecialty training in Michigan, Florida, and New York, love and family lured her to Tampa. Locally, she’s been a team leader and spearheaded many programs related to her fellowship training, including enhanced recovery pathways for breast, gynecologic, and cesarean surgery, neurosurgery, as well as other surgical subspecialties. She is dedicated to patient safety and quality improvement. Her community outreach has been centered on nonprofit organizations for foster children, cancer research and other medically-based foundations, including medical mission endeavors.
Dr. Aparna Asher
Aparna Asher, MD is a board-certified Family Physician practicing at Dedicated Senior Medical Center in Largo, Florida, with a strong focus on geriatric care, chronic disease management, and preventive medicine. She is dedicated to providing comprehensive, patient-centered care that treats the whole person rather than isolated conditions.
Dr. Asher brings strong clinical leadership skills to her practice and believes in the thoughtful, judicious use of medications, recognizing that overprescribing can often do more harm than good. Her care philosophy embraces the idea that less is more, and she strongly encourages staying active and maintaining mobility as essential components of improved health and quality of life.
Outside of medicine, Dr. Asher is a proud mom to two teenagers. She enjoys traveling, hiking, practicing yoga, reading, and spending time with family and friends.
Dr. Aarti Patel
Dr. Aarti Patel, MD is the founder of Bayshore Psychiatry in Tampa, FL specializing in child, adolescent, and adult psychiatry. She provides evidence-based care that goes beyond medication, combining psychotherapy and lifestyle support with thoughtful treatment plans prioritizing each patient’s unique experience.
She completed her residency and fellowship at the University of Kentucky, serving as Chief Resident and earning recognition for research and clinical excellence. Training with a nationally recognized pioneer in telepsychiatry shaped Dr. Aarti Patel’s commitment to delivering accessible psychiatric care that fits naturally into daily life. Patients describe her as steady, supportive, and empowering. She has been recognized as a Tampa Top Doctor by fellow physicians.
In addition to her private practice, Dr. Aarti Patel is the Medical Director at multiple residential treatment programs across Florida, supporting underserved communities. She leads a women’s wellness team providing trauma-informed care to support resilience and recovery in children and adolescents facing c
She is actively involved in advocacy, education, and community outreach, serving on the Regional Board of the Tampa Bay Council of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry (AACAP) and volunteering with NAMI.
Dr. Soumya Judson Ben
Dr. Soumya Judson Ben is board certified in pediatrics and is with BayCare Medical Group in Riverview, Florida, where she sees patients from birth to age 18. She earned a Doctor of Medicine from Government Medical College, University of Kerala in Trivandrum, India, and completed pediatric residencies at Government Medical College, Trivandrum, University of Kerala in Trivandrum, India, and at Case Western Reserve University–MetroHealth System in Cleveland, Ohio.
Dr. Judson Ben provides preventive care, manages acute and chronic pediatric conditions, performs routine exams, administers vaccines, does developmental assessments and works closely with patients and families to create personalized treatment plans. She’s committed to providing compassionate, high-quality care and building lasting relationships with children and families. Dr. Judson Ben values connecting with diverse backgrounds and ensuring every child has access to the care they need to thrive. She’s certified in basic life support. Dr. Judson Ben is a member of the American Academy of Pediatrics and the Indian Academy of Pediatrics. She’s fluent in Malayalam, Hindi and Tamil, and has working knowledge of medical Spanish.
Dr. Jessica Frakes
Dr. Jessica Frakes is an Associate Member in the Department of Radiation Oncology at Moffitt Cancer Center and Program Director of their Radiation Oncology Residency Program. She received her medical degree from the University of South Florida Morsani College of Medicine. Dr. Frakes completed her Radiation Oncology Residency at the University of South Florida / Moffitt Cancer Center.
Her clinical expertise encompasses the use of radiation therapy to help patients diagnosed with gastrointestinal cancers, including esophageal, gastric, pancreatic, hepatobiliary, rectal, and anal cancer. Dr. Frakes is dedicated to a personalized approach in designing advanced radiation techniques that include MRI guided adaptive radiation therapy, stereotactic body radiation therapy (SBRT), intensity modulated radiation therapy (IMRT), image-guided radiation therapy (IGRT), as well as liver-directed therapies such as radiation embolization.
Her research interests include improving outcomes and decreasing toxicity utilizing genomics and radiomics for the treatment of gastrointestinal cancers. She is dedicated to the advancement of multimodality treatments and the expansion of clinical trials. She is also the Program Director for the Radiation Oncology Residency Program at Moffitt Cancer Center.
Dr. Bhat
Dr. Bhat is a board-certified plastic surgeon practicing in the Tampa Bay and surrounding areas. Her practice focuses on aesthetic surgery of the face, breast, and body and she is one of the few aesthetic fellowship-trained plastic surgeons in the area. She also performs breast reconstruction for women undergoing treatment for breast cancer, which is what inspired her to pursue a career in plastic surgery originally.
In her free time, she enjoys spending time with her family, a great cup of coffee, and traveling!
Dr. Gauri Sunkersett
Dr. Gauri Sunkersett is a double board-certified Pediatric Hematologist Oncologist with a focus on high-risk leukemias and immunotherapy. She has been consistently been recognized as Tampa’s Top Doctor in Pediatric Oncology.
After a successful academic career at Johns Hopkins All Children’s Hospital, Dr. Sunkersett transitioned into late-stage drug development where she is a Senior Medical Director at AbbVie Pharmaceuticals. Here she has lead multiple global approvals of cancer therapies for pediatric and adult oncology patients.
Dr. Sunkersett brings her expertise and leadership into non for profit organizations for which she serves on their Board of Directors- CureSearch, a national organization driving forward childhood cancer research and Junior League of St. Petersburg, focusing on meaningful community impact with an emphasis on literacy and health/nutrition.
Dr. Sara Creekmore
Dr. Sara Creekmore is a board-certified ophthalmologist and the founder of Tampa Bay Eye & Facial Aesthetics, a boutique practice where advanced vision care and modern facial aesthetics are thoughtfully integrated. With a foundation in osteopathic medicine and a patient-centered philosophy, she is known for her precision, discernment, and highly personalized approach to care.
Her clinical focus includes premium cataract surgery, blepharoplasty, and refined aesthetic treatments such as premium Botox, radiofrequency skin tightening, RF dry eye therapy, and IPL skin enhancement. In addition to patient care, Dr. Creekmore actively trains medical students, reflecting her commitment to mentorship and the future of medicine.
Her connection to Tampa Bay began during medical training, when the region first felt like home. That sense of belonging continues to shape a practice built on intention, balance, and enduring patient relationships.
Dr. Sonaly Patel
Dr. Sonaly Patel is a Gastroenterologist with subspecialty training in gastrointestinal motility disorders. She practices at Lakeland Regional Health, where she provides comprehensive, patient-centered care for individuals with complex motility conditions. Her clinical interests include diagnostic and therapeutic procedures, preventive gastrointestinal care, and the promotion of long-term digestive health. Dr. Patel is deeply committed to her patients’ overall well-being and is passionate about applying evidence-based techniques to improve outcomes and quality of life.
Outside of medicine, she values family life and is actively engaged in her children’s activities, with a strong commitment to nurturing kindness, balance, and a sense of responsibility toward others.
Dr. Nicole Shirvani
Dr. Nicole Shirvani is a board-certified psychiatrist with a passion for Women’s Mental Health. She uses a compassionate and holistic treatment approach tailored for you and may include traditional medications, supplements, mind-body practices including sleep, diet and nutrition, and strength training.
Dr. Faryal Mallick
Meet Dr. Faryal Mallick, MD- a Board-Certified Psychiatrist (Adult, Child & Adolescent, Forensic). Dr. Faryal Mallick is the founder of the FMP Mental Health Spa & Family Psychiatry, a calming, community-centered space in Tampa Bay created to support rest, reflection, and deeper healing. Her work is grounded in the belief that mental health care should feel human, spacious, and safe.
She serves the Tampa Bay community through both traditional psychiatric care and innovative healing experiences, offering psychodynamic psychotherapy, medication management, and IV ketamine-assisted psychotherapy. Her work focuses on trauma, emotional regulation, and meaningful, long-term healing across the lifespan.
Dr. Donya Imanirad
Dr. Donya Imanirad is a double board-certified physician in Allergy & Clinical Immunology, and Internal medicine with a passion for prevention and systems-based management of chronic allergic and inflammatory conditions. With passion for modern, personalized medicine, she brings a thoughtful, whole-person lens to care that goes beyond symptom control and focuses on long-term resilience and quality of life.
She is the founder of Elaria Allergy and Integrative Health, a direct-care practice built on the belief that no two patients are the same. At Elaria, each individual is evaluated through the unique interplay of their environment, lifestyle, and genetic background to create a truly personalized treatment plan. Dr. Imanirad integrates evidence-based conventional medicine with carefully selected integrative approaches that have demonstrated safety and efficacy, aligning medical care with each patient’s behaviors, goals, and daily life. Her work reflects a deep commitment to empowering patients and redefining what personalized allergy care can look like.
Dr. Arthi Sanjeevi
Meet Arthi Sanjeevi, MD! With 20+ years of experience, Dr. Sanjeevi is a trusted leader in Functional & Interventional Gastroenterology, known for her patient-first approach and expertise in complex digestive disorders. Serving the Tampa Bay community since 2010, she is board-certified, fellowship-trained, and recognized for clinical excellence, compassion, and precision.
Dr. Sanjeevi has held academic appointments at VCU and USF and has practiced at leading institutions including AdventHealth and Tampa General Hospital. She is among the region’s few female gastroenterologists with advanced training in therapeutic interventional endoscopy and complex motility disorders, and is a multi-year Tampa Top Doctor.
She currently serves as Head of Specialties at Wellswood Ambulatory Surgical Center and Co-Chair of Endoscopy at AdventHealth Carrollwood. Through her private practice, Functional and Interventional Gastroenterology, she integrates advanced technology with holistic, personalized care.
Dr. Claudia Gaviria
Dr. Claudia Gaviria is a full-time, bilingual, board-certified pediatric infectious diseases specialist.
Originally from Colombia, Dr. Gaviria earned her medical degree from Universidad del Valle. She completed her pediatric training in Texas, residency at Driscoll Children’s Hospital in Corpus Christi, followed by a fellowship in Pediatric Infectious Diseases at the University of Texas Southwestern in Dallas.
Dr. Gaviria has held academic appointments as Assistant Professor of Pediatrics at both the University of Alabama (UAB) and now Associate Professor at the University of South Florida (USF) College of Medicine since 2020.
Her clinical expertise spans the full spectrum of pediatric infections, offering both inpatient and outpatient consultations at Tampa General Hospital and St. Joseph’s Children’s Hospital.
Dr. Gaviria is also actively involved in medical education, she works closely with medical students and pediatric residents. She is passionate about the training of the next generation of doctors.
At the heart of her practice, Dr. Gaviria believes every child deserves the highest standard of medical care delivered with compassion and empathy.
Dr. Chhavi Gupta
Dr. Chhavi Gupta is a board certified Nephrologist and completed her Nephrology fellowship at University of Miami. She is the founder and owner of Tampa Bay Renal, LLC. She has been Voted as Top Doctor by the Tampa Bay Magazine for the last 4 years ( 2022 to 2025). She is passionate about her work but in her spare time finds time for many other pursuits. She has won pageant titles and acted in two movies and also models for charity. She is a busy mom of two daughters and loves to cook, travel and design outfits amongst her many talents.
Dr. Payal Patel
Dr. Payal Patel is a board-certified pediatrician for the past 24 years practicing in the Tampa Bay Area. Sunshine Pediatrics of Florida is now in 4 locations as above Lutz, Tampa, Wesley Chapel, and Zephyrhills. As a AAAАНС certified medical home since 2017, and a team of 4 doctors and 2 NPs have been essential in providing care at multiple locations.
They have urgent and weekend hours available as well, to provide comprehensive pediatric and adolescent care. Although she is well versed in general pediatrics, her area of expertise in physical fitness, mental health, and adolescent health.
We are grateful to Dr. Patel and Sunshine Pediatrics for supporting TFP thru our Benevolence Ball and helping to strengthen our community!
Dr. Monica Shah
Dr. Monica Shah is a board-certified rheumatologist based in Tampa, Florida, recognized as Tampa’s Top Doctor in Rheumatology since 2023. She is a clinical preceptor for a rheumatology fellowship program and is deeply passionate about medical education and mentoring the next generation of rheumatologists.
Dr. Shah is a national speaker for five pharmaceutical companies and regularly presents at national conferences, sharing the latest advances in autoimmune and inflammatory disease management. She has also appeared on multiple news programs discussing autoimmune diseases and the powerful role of lifestyle interventions in improving patient outcomes.
As a chapter leader for American Women in Rheumatology, Dr. Shah is a strong advocate for women in healthcare and leadership. Her clinical approach is rooted in compassionate, patient-centered care, integrating evidence-based medicine with a holistic perspective for patients living with chronic autoimmune conditions.
Her number one priority is restoring quality of life for her patients while empowering and educating future rheumatologists through mentorship, teaching, and advocacy.
Dr. Reham Sadek
Dr. Reham Sadek, MD is a Board-Certified Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist, and Board Certified in Obesity Medicine. A Cairo University graduate, she trained at Chicago Medical School and completed her Fellowship at the USF. She is passionate about the transformative power of mental health treatment, believing it is as crucial as physical health. Her personal journey enriches her empathetic care. She is a published author with 2 books in print.
Dr. Crystal Jacovino
Dr. Crystal Jacovino, DO, FACE is the Vice President of Clinical Operations at KMG Medical, overseeing clinical quality and provider operations across KMG’s national telehealth services, including medical weight loss, Cove migraine care, Nurx Sexual and Reproductive Health, Keeps Men’s Health, and Nurx Mental Health. She is a dual board-certified Endocrinologist and Internist with 13+ years of experience in clinical care, academic medicine, and scalable telehealth operations. Dr. Jacovino is known for translating complex medicine into high-quality, compliant clinical systems that support both patient outcomes and provider experience.
Dr. Doris Hansen
Dr. Doris Hansen is an Associate Member and Professor in the Department of Blood and Marrow Transplant and Cellular Immunotherapy, as well as a practicing hematologist within the Immune Cell Therapy (ICE-T) Program at Moffitt Cancer Center and the University of South Florida Morsani College of Medicine.
Her clinical and research interests focus on utilizing autologous transplantation and immunotherapies to improve outcomes for patients with multiple myeloma. Dr. Hansen’s work centers on characterizing both clinical and patient-reported outcomes among individuals receiving immunotherapies, while also examining the impact of inflammation and immunity on treatment toxicity and efficacy in this patient population.
Dr. Ishna Poojary-Hohman
Dr. Ishna Poojary-Hohman is a board-certified Pulmonary and Critical Care physician with a specialized focus on advanced lung diseases and the life-saving field of lung transplantation. Now based in the Tampa Bay region, she brings nearly a decade of clinical experience to her patients, combining clinical precision with deep compassion.
Beyond the clinic, Dr. Poojary is a dedicated researcher, a prominent advocate for the future of the profession, and a mentor to young doctors. Her work focuses on improving medical equity, while her professional advocacy centers on achieving physician workforce parity.
Dr. Himali Jayakody
Dr. Himali Jayakody, founder and medical director of Pediatric NeuroCare Institute, is triple board-certified in Neurology with special qualifications in Child Neurology, Epilepsy, and Neurophysiology. With extensive experience, Dr. Jayakody brings together clinical expertise, academic excellence, and genuine compassion in every aspect of patient care.
Dr. Jayakody is affiliated with Tampa General Hospital and St. Joseph’s Children’s Hospital and serves as an Assistant Professor of Neurology and Pediatrics at the University of South Florida.
Dr. Megan Spiewak
Dr. Megan Spiewak is a double board-certified internal medicine and pediatric physician who seamlessly blends the rigor of academic medicine with the personalization and access of concierge care. At Inertia Medical, she delivers comprehensive, proactive care with a strong focus on prevention, longevity, and thoughtful health optimization.
Trained within the USF Health and Tampa General Hospital (TGH) academic medical system, Dr. Spiewak developed a robust foundation in evidence-based medicine, complex clinical decision-making, and multidisciplinary care. She now brings that expertise into a relationship-based concierge model, allowing for deeper continuity, individualized guidance, and truly patient-centered care.
Dr. Spiewak takes a systems-based approach to medicine, emphasizing prevention, early detection, and personalized risk assessment. She is known for her meticulous attention to detail and her ability to translate complex medical information into clear, actionable plans. Her clinical interests include cardiovascular health, metabolic optimization, hormone balance, and chronic disease prevention, and she collaborates closely with trusted specialists when advanced care is needed.
Outside of medicine, Dr. Spiewak is a devoted mother of three and enjoys family life and caring for her farm animals. She practices what she preaches—prioritizing balance, exercise, nutrition, and time with loved ones.
Proud to feature Dr. Spiewak this Women Physicians Day for her excellence, compassion, and commitment to redefining patient-first care.
Dr. Mariko Brandon
Dr. Mariko Brandon is a board-certified Adult Psychiatrist with over 10 years’ experience. She completed undergraduate studies at the University of Alabama at Birmingham and then went onto Nashville, TN to study medicine. She is a proud graduate of Meharry Medical College and completed residency training at Vanderbilt University. Dr. Brandon has experience in severe and persistent mental illness, psychotic disorders and mood disorders. She has experience as a community psychiatrist serving underserved populations and encouraging healthy living practices by utilizing all resources. She enjoys staying active and learning through reading, museums and traveling.
Dr. Sarah Kareem
Dr. Sarah Kareem, MD
Board-Certified Family Physician
A physician-led approach to beauty, wellness, and longevity. Dr. Kareem specializes in holistic aesthetics, primary care, and advanced wellness, blending medical expertise with artistry and precision. She owns ZenlifeMD wellness center .
Renowned for facial rejuvenation and anti-aging treatments, she focuses on natural, refined results while addressing the root causes of aging from within. She also has a lot of experience in clinical hospital medicine.
Dr. Narissa Etwaroo
Dr. Narissa Etwaroo, MD, FAPA is a board-certified psychiatrist and addiction specialist serving the Tampa Bay community. She completed her psychiatry residency at LSU and an Addiction Psychiatry fellowship at USF. Dr. Etwaroo is a Psychiatrist at Rogers Behavioral Health, specializing in intensive treatment for depression, anxiety, OCD, trauma-related, and substance use disorders. She also contributes to high-acuity programs with Banyan Treatment Center and is active in community leadership through 200 Muslim Women.
Engaged in her children’s school community, a proud mom of three, and longtime USF alum, she values balance, service, and connection—often cheering from the stands at local games, with sports and athletics playing a central role in her family’s life.
Dr. Bonnie Koo
Meet Dr. Bonnie Koo, MD- a board-certified dermatologist, master certified life coach, and author of Defining Wealth for Women.
A long time resident of NJ & NYC she recently moved to Tampa, FL and we are so happy she is here!
Bonnie earned her medical degree at Columbia University and completed her dermatology residency at UC Irvine and started her career as the Director of Hospital Dermatology at Northwell Health in NY.
Over time, Bonnie noticed a recurring theme among high-achieving women physicians: despite professional success, many were navigating burnout and stress around money.
Today, Bonnie’s work sits at the intersection of skin longevity, wellness, and wealth. She teaches women physicians how to build a confident relationship with money and design lives that prioritize vitality, agency, and choice. And of course that includes great skin.
Dr. Lisa Vaccaro
Dr. Lisa Vaccaro, DO is an Emergency Medicine Physician practicing at AdventHealth Carrollwood. In addition to caring for patients in the emergency department, she will serve as core faculty for the new Emergency Medicine Residency Program at AdventHealth Tampa, where she will play an active role in resident education, mentorship, and shaping the future of Emergency Medicine in Tampa!
Dr. Monica Esposito
Dr. Monica Esposito is a board-certified Family Medicine physician and the founder of Ascend Concierge Medicine in North Tampa. She is passionate about helping patients achieve their best health through truly personalized care. Dr. Esposito prides herself on building meaningful connections with her patients and believes that every individual deserves to have their voice heard in their healthcare journey.
Dr. Sadaf Aslam
Dr. Sadaf Aslam is a physician faculty leader, and the Director of Investigator-Initiated Studies, at Tampa General Hospital and University of South Florida, where she supports the development, oversight, and growth of clinical and translational research across multiple service lines. She works closely with investigators, IRB teams, and institutional partners to strengthen research infrastructure and promotes scholarly productivity.
Dr. Aslam is passionate about mentoring trainees, advancing patient-centered research, and building sustainable research programs that improve patient care.
Dr. Lauren Sequeira
Meet Dr. Lauren Sequeira, MD- a board-certified Family Medicine physician with experience in acute care, telemedicine, and medical consulting. She completed her undergraduate studies at Vanderbilt University, medical school at the American University of Antigua, and residency at Ellis Hospital in Upstate New York.
Dr. Sequeira currently serves the Medical Director at Slieagen, a company supporting global clinical trials, while also providing private medical consulting to advance patient-centered care and medical research.
She also wears many hats in her personal life: wife and mom of three, Girl Scout troop leader, active PTA member, and one of the founding admin of Tampa Female Physicians. One of her proudest highlights has been helping grow TFP alongside an incredible team and contributing to the strong, supportive community it is today!
Dr. Maria del Pilar Cekan
Dr. Maria del Pilar Cekan is a board-certified Family Medicine physician with BayCare Medical Group dedicated to providing comprehensive, compassionate, and patient-centered primary care for adults in our community. ❤️
🩺 Clinical expertise includes:
• Preventive & wellness care
• Chronic disease management (diabetes, hypertension, cholesterol)
• Women’s health & preventive screenings
• Acute illness evaluation & treatment
• Immunizations & long-term health planning
Originally trained at Universidad de Murcia Facultad de Medicina in Spain and completing her Family Medicine residency at the University of South Florida, Dr. Cekan brings strong clinical expertise paired with a warm, thoughtful approach to care.
Fluent in English and Spanish, she is known for taking time to listen, educate, and partner with patients—making healthcare accessible, personalized, and empowering for diverse populations. 🌎🩺
✨ She is known to help patients live healthier, more fulfilling lives through preventive care and trusted relationships.
Dr. Kiran Gill
Dr. Kiran Gill, MD is a Tampa Bay–based healthcare professional, community leader, and entrepreneur committed to expanding access to high-quality mental health care and developing future leaders in medicine. She serves as an Assistant Professor at Lincoln Memorial University and support physician training through the University of South Florida’s Child and Adolescent Psychiatry Fellowship, where she mentors the next generation of clinicians. She also serves as the psychiatric physician at Evara Health, CMO at RiverOaks Addiction Facility.
Alongside her clinical and academic work, Dr. Gill leads purpose-driven businesses, including a psychiatric provider group- Adapt Well, real estate ventures, and a laundromat. She also founded Party Docs, a creative passion that evolved into a full-scale party rental business.
Rucha Kharwa Patel, MD
Rucha Kharwa Patel, MD, is a Board-Certified Family Medicine Physician with a strong commitment to accessible, high-quality patient care. She serves as a Physician Partner at Urgent Care & Wellness Center in Lutz, Florida, and Urgent Care of New Port Richey in New Port Richey, Florida. She is also the Medical Director and a Physician Partner at Carolina Urgent Care, with locations in Chapel Hill and Durham, North Carolina.
In addition to her leadership and clinical roles, Dr. Patel works with Vida Health, helping patients manage chronic conditions through personalized, technology-driven care. Outside of medicine, she is happily married and loves being a mom to her 2 year old and 10 month old sons and her beloved dog, Myko. She enjoys spending time outdoors, reading, and making memories with family and friends.
Dr. Shirali Shah
Dr. Shirali Shah is a dedicated Emergency Medicine physician committed to delivering high-quality, compassionate care when patients need it most. She practices with USACS and provides emergency care across AdventHealth Tampa, affiliated hospitals, and freestanding emergency departments. Dr. Shah completed her Emergency Medicine residency at the University of Louisville after earning her medical degree from Marshall University.
Dr. Shah is passionate about acute care and takes pride in supporting patients through some of the most challenging moments of their lives. She values treating individuals from all walks of life with respect, empathy, and professionalism, ensuring each patient feels heard and cared for during times of uncertainty
Dr. Onelia Ramirez-Cook
Dr. Onelia Ramirez-Cook MD, DFAPA — a board-certified general, child & adolescent psychiatrist with 20+ years of experience. Based in Tampa, she serves as Medical Director at Center for Discovery, a leading eating disorder treatment facility, and is licensed in FL & NY.
Her care is compassionate and deeply personalized, using a body–mind–spirit approach to help children, adolescents, and adults build resilience and heal. 🧠💛
Today, we celebrate her—and all women physicians making a difference every single day.