Cindy has been practicing in the field of dermatology since 2014 and has a background in primary care and endocrinology. She specializes in general dermatology including diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of skin cancer and skin diseases. She understands the importance of patient education and quality skin care.
Emergency Care
Christian has been a board-certified Family Nurse Practitioner since 2016, graduating from South University with his Masters of Science in Nursing (MSN). He has experience in Nephrology, Emergency Medicine, and Urgent care. He has now taken on the role of specializing in medical dermatology, prevention of skin cancer and management of chronic skin disorders. Christian is also trained in injectables such as Botox/Xeomin and Juvederm.
Dr. Miner has been with Brevard Skin and Cancer Center since June, 2014. He did his medical training in Dallas, Texas at the University of Texas Southwestern. There he was elected to the prestigious national medical honor society, Alpha Omega Alpha. After an internship in internal medicine at Baylor University Medical Center, Dr. Miner completed his dermatology training at the University of Miami, where he served as chief resident. Next Dr. Miner moved to Cleveland, Ohio, where he worked as a dermatologist and specialized in Dermatopathology at the world-renowned Cleveland Clinic. Dr. Miner practices general and cosmetic dermatology in addition to Mohs surgery. As a dermatopathologist, Dr. Miner also interprets biopsies of skin growths and rashes in the microscope.
Reduced Immunity - People with weakened immune systems due to excessive unprotected sun exposure, chemotherapy, or illnesses such as HIV/AIDS are more likely to develop squamous cell carcinoma.
Mohs surgery can be described as the surgical removal of skin cancer and other appropriately-indicated malignancies followed by microscopic examination of graphically-oriented, oblique tangential histologic sections of the entire surgical margin of excised tissue, to ensure the complete removal of the malignant tissue.
There are different kinds of wrinkles. To help differentiate, they may be divided into two types: lines at rest and lines of motion. Wrinkles that are present when the skin is at rest such as seen with sun damage of the cheeks and general loose skin are best treated with the Gentle YAG laser or Matrix IR. Lines of motion such as "frown lines" forehead lines, “crow’s feet” around the outer part of the eyes and the “smile lines” are best treated with Botox or Juvederm filler.
Plastic Surgery
When considering your facial aesthetic options, Botox is quite affordable. According to an American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery survey, Botox is one of the low-entry-cost facial aesthetic procedures in the United States. Like other appearance-related investments, such as hair coloring and cuts, teeth whitening, and chemical peels, the cost must be weighed relative to your expectations. Speak with a Brevard Skin and Cancer specialist to see if Botox is right for you.
Cosmetic Surgery
Dr. Mario Sequeira joined Brevard Skin and Cancer Center in 1998 where he specializes in Mohs skin cancer surgery. He completed his medical degree from the University of Miami where he was a member of the accelerated Medical Scholars Program. He went on to complete his internship in internal medicine at Northwestern University in Chicago and residency in the Department of Dermatology and Cutaneous Surgery at the University of Miami, FL. In addition, Dr. Sequeira finished a post graduate fellowship in Dermatologic Cosmetic Surgery in Morristown, New Jersey under the auspices of the American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery. Dr. Sequeira is actively involved in his field and has served in every capacity at the Florida Society of Dermatologic Surgeons where he was the past president in 2007-2008. He was given the prestigious honor of being elected Surgeon of the Year in 2009. Dr. Sequeira is also actively involved in teaching and is a Voluntary Assistant Professor of Dermatology and Cutaneous Surgery at the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine. He is a fellow of the American Academy of Dermatology and of the American Society for Mohs Surgery.
Makesha attended Nova Southeastern University, in Fort Lauderdale, Florida as both a scholar and an athlete. She completed her undergraduate studies while playing softball for NSU. Makesha received her Bachelor of Science degree from NSU in 1999, with a Physician Assistant Certification. Makesha enjoys seeing patients of all ages. She specializes in general and cosmetic dermatology. Makesha has been practicing as a Dermatology Physician Assistant since 1999. Board Certified by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants and Licensed through the State of Florida Board of Medicine. Makesha is also a member of the Florida Academy of Physician Assistants, the Society of Dermatology Physician Assistants, and the Florida Society of Dermatology Physician Assistants.
Skin Cancer
Skin cancer is a disease in which cancer (malignant) cells are found in the outer layers of your skin. Your skin protects your body against heat, light, infection, and injury. It also stores water, fat and vitamin D.
Dermatology
Susan Hammerling is nationally certified by the National Commission of Physician Assistants and has been practicing as a Dermatology Physician Assistant since 2001. She graduated with her B.S. from Nova Southeastern University in Ft. Lauderdale and received her Masters degree from the University of Nebraska. She was born in Merced, CA and her family was relocated by the Air Force to Brevard County in 1980. Susan graduated from Satellite High School. Susan has earned the prestigious honors of being a Distinguished Fellow of the American Academy of Physician Assistants and Diplomate of the Society of Dermatology Physician Assistants.
Acne Treatment
Acne occurs when a sebaceous oil gland surrounding a hair follicle becomes clogged with oil and dead skin cells. Bacteria growth in this clogged environment causes infection and acne blemishes.
Corns
Arsenical keratosis - Far less common, arsenical keratosis is an accumulation of keratinized tissue that at first resembles numerous small, yellowish corns. These arise most often on the palms, soles and inner surfaces of the finger and toes, and then enlarge and thicken, sometimes increasing in number. Although rarely seen today, arsenical keratoses usually occur on patients who were at some time in their live exposed to arsenic, either contained in medication or from an industrial or environmental source.
Eczema
Eczema symptoms include itchy, red and dry skin caused by inflammation. It’s most commonly found in children, although adults can get it.
Lesions
The term "precancerous" is used because these abnormal areas of skin are more likely to turn malignant than to healthy skin. Precancerous growths (lesions) are visible to the naked eye, and they look different from normal cells when examined under a microscope.
Chemical Peels
Additionally, Cristine is certified in several aesthetic modalities such as Micro-needling and Dermaplaning, and is passionate about product knowledge of cosmeceutical skincare and variations of chemical peels. Currently, she works with ZO Medical by Dr. Obagi, PCA Skin, Apeele, TCA, Glytone and Avene. Cristine has been practicing since 2011, with a history of medical aesthetics management, and offers facials, chemical peels, medical aesthetic treatments, waxing and laser hair removal.
Rashes
Skin Care
Fonda is passionate about her work, and enjoys educating her patients about proper skin care and the many treatment options available to keep skin looking vibrant, healthy and more youthful.
Microdermabrasion
Microdermabrasion is a quick and convenient procedure that has become very popular with patients showing the early signs of aging, sun exposure and other surface imperfections. Microdermabrasion is a closed vacuum system that uses diamond technology to renew the skin. This process exfoliates the thickened epidermis...and then vacuums away dead skin and debris to reveal healthier skin.
Psoriasis
The excimer laser system offers many advantages over other treatments you may have tried. In fact, it has few of the drawbacks usually associated with conventional psoriasis treatments.