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TOPDOCTORADVERTISEMENTAlfred Hernandez, M.D.Nationally recognized dermatologic expertise.A FLORIDA NATIVE HONORED nationally as a Top Doctor by Castle Connolly,Dr. Alfred Hernandez treats all dermatologic conditions of the skin, hair andnails. The Florida sun creates a need for his expert skills with skin cancer andMohs surgery; in addition, Dr. Hernandez also offers nonsurgical proceduresthat repair and improve the skin’s appearance.The board-certified specialist is a fellow of the American Board ofDermatology, the American Academy of Dermatology, the American Society forMohs Surgery and the American Academy for Dermatology. Dr. Hernandez alsospent nearly five years at the National Cancer Institute of the National Institutesof Health. “It’s very competitive and research-oriented,” he notes. “I value thattraining because it honed skills in diagnosis.”Dr. Hernandez, a professor for the University of South Florida School ofMedicine and Florida State University, believes his academic background benefitshis patients. “The teaching experience helps me explain conditions,” he says. “Ibelieve in providing personal attention and answers to each patient’s questions.”Honored as a Top Doctor, Dr. Alfred D. Hernandez has beenpracticing dermatology at the same Sarasota location for20 years.TOPDOCTORADVERTISEMENTLOCATIONg 1849 S. Osprey Ave., Sarasota, FL 34239(941) 957-4767 | hernandezdermatology.comLaura Hershorin, M.D.Promoting and maintaining wellness.WORKING IN PARTNERSHIP, encouraging healthy living before medication,and helping her patients to stay healthy and active is the core of Dr. LauraHershorin’s philosophy.Board certified and Boston educated, Dr. Hershorin has practiced familymedicine 15-plus years and moved to Lakewood Ranch in 2005 to continueher work and be near family. “I am truly blessed to be a primary care doctorat such a pivotal time in medicine,” she says. “As we turn to promoting andmaintaining wellness, I want to bring these advances of evidence-basedmedicine to my patients. Helping my patients understand their bodies andthrive brings unparalleled fulfillment.”Dr. Hershorin welcomes the entire family and is accepting new patients.She also blogs about common health topics to explain medicine’scomplexities to a wider audience, who can then apply that knowledge tothemselves. Visit her web site for current contact information.LOCATIONDr. Laura Hershorin focuses on keeping her patients healthyand active.g Relocating soon to Lakewood Ranch PremierCaredrlaurahershorin.comSARASOTA MAGAZINE | JUNE 2012 101