MIMA Dermatology - Physicians

Larry S. Bishop, M.D.
Dermatology

Although I was born in Pasadena, California, I grew up in Westerville, Ohio near Columbus. I attended Miami University, in Oxford, Ohio and earned a double major in both Zoology and Chemistry. I attended medical school in Dayton, Ohio at Wright State University, where I graduated with honors (Alpha Omega Alpha). I then went on to the University of Pennsylvania, where I completed a surgical internship, and followed that with my residency in Dermatology at Wilford Hall Medical Center in San Antonio, Texas. While at Wilford Hall, I got to serve as an exchange resident at the world's oldest hospital dedicated to dermatology, Hospital Saint-Louis in Paris, France.

I spent nine spectacular years in the Air Force, where I served in California, Texas and finally the panhandle of Florida. I was lucky enough to have traveled all the way around the world, go to all of the continents of the world except Antarctica, serve as Bob Hope's personal physician for one of his USO tours, and get selected as one of the top flight surgeons in the Air Force.

I landed here in Melbourne in 1995, and each year has gotten better and better. The people of Melbourne are in a class by themselves. This has proven to be the perfect place to raise a family and live and work. MIMA has been a fantastic group with which to work, and my patients are the best! They really are. I consider myself lucky to be here and work with and care for such high quality people.

My areas of special interest are cosmetic and surgical dermatology, including Mohs Micrographic Surgery, and non-surgical rejuvenation of the face.

In my spare time, I like to run, bicycle, fish, and travel. I also enjoy water sports, including wakeboarding and kite boarding, and plan to learn to surf in the near future.

Honors:

Orlando Magazine Top Doctors in Central Florida 2008

Anita Saluja, M.D.
Dermatology

While growing up in Sault Ste. Marie, Michigan, Dr. Saluja completed her college education when she was only 15 years old, with a bachelor’s degree in mathematics. She then transitioned from studying numbers to studying medicine. She earned her medical degree at the age of 20 from The University of Michigan (Go Blue!) and she was a member of the prestigious Alpha Omega Alpha Medical Honor Society. After her internship, Dr. Saluja received three years of dermatology speciality training at Emory University in Atlanta, GA, helping her become an expert dedicated to skin. Additionally, she is board-certified in dermatology by the American Board of Dermatology.

Dr. Saluja has gained extensive experience and a quiet confidence, practicing dermatology, dermatology surgery, and cosmetic dermatology with MIMA since 2001. Dr. Saluja’s ares of expertise include skin cancer and moles, sun damaged skin, rosacea, melasma, dermatologic surgery, and cosmetic dermatology. Her skin rejuvenating services including BOTOX, skin fillers such as Juvederm and Radiesse, intense pulsed light treatments, chemical peels, and Fraxel laser resurfacing. Dr. Saluja has an outstanding Physician Assistant, Jennifer Hanley, and a friendly and knowledgeable patient care team. Together, they enjoy providing their patients the highest quality care with a personal touch.

Outside of work, Dr.Saluja enjoys reading with her two children and exercise.

A. Melvin Alexander, M.D.
Dermatology

Dr. Alexander, a Board Certified Dermatologist and Fellow of the American Academy of Dermatology, is a three-year graduate of Hillsdale College (Michigan) and Howard University's College of Medicine (Washington, D.C.). He received his postgraduate training from Washington's Veterans Administration Medical Center (Internship) and Howard University's Freedmen's Hospital (dermatology residency). He also completed an infectious disease fellowship at Howard University and the University of the West Indies (Jamaica). At the medical school he was the recipient of the Upjohn Achievement Award (for research excellence), First Place Award in Obstetrics and Gynecology and the Certificate of Merit in Pharmacology. As a resident he won The Interns and Residents Presentation Competition.

Upon finishing his training, Dr. Alexander served at the rank of major with the U.S. Army, stationed in Okinawa, Japan for two years. Thereafter, he entered private practice where he had offices principally in the Washington and Baltimore areas for 18 years. Subsequently, he practiced in large HMO's, multispecialty and single specialty groups in several states.

Dr. Alexander's interest and involvement in clinical research led to consultancies with The Gillette Research Institute, Serono Pharmaceutical and Walter M. Booker and Associates. Also, he has been an expert witness in key court cases focusing on employment discrimination related to a common skin disorder. Because of his participation in these cases, he was featured in various national publications and interviews on several broadcast media programs. Additionally, he was instrumental in the efforts of dermatologists in the National Medical Association to persuade the United States Armed Forces to allow servicemen with a condition caused by shaving to wear short beards. Recently, he called attention to (and named) a skin condition that appears to be a predictor of a diabetic predilection. Dr. Alexander also holds a patent on a skin biopsy punch.

“I appreciate the opportunity to be a member of MIMA's fine dermatology staff and my primary focus is (Adult and Pediatric) medical and surgical dermatology."

When not practicing medicine, Dr. Alexander enjoys watching good football games, reading, playing chess and scrabble, appreciating classic cars and traveling with his wife and family members.

Emily Neel, P.A.-C.
Dermatology

Emily Neel, Physician Assistant to Dr. Bishop, completed her post-graduate training in Physician Assistant Studies at Nova Southeastern University where she graduated with honors. She received a Bachelor of Science in PA studies as well as a Masters in Public Health. Prior to this, Emily earned her Bachelor of Science in Biology and Minor in Chemistry from the University of North Carolina in Chapel Hill. She also studied French art and literature at The Sorbonne in Paris, France.

Emily is certified by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA), a member of the American Academy of Physician Assistants, the Florida Academy of Physician Assistants, and the Society of Dermatology Physician Assistants. For the past five years, Emily has specialized in general and cosmetic dermatology and dermatologic surgery under the supervision of Dr. Bishop. Her special areas of interest are laser therapy for facial rejuvenation and the use of Botox Cosmetic for the enhancement of facial aesthetics.

Jennifer Hanley, P.A.-C.
Dermatology

Jennifer Hanley, Physician Assistant to Dr. Saluja, completed her Masters in Physician Assistant Studies at the University of Florida where she graduated at the top of her class. Prior to this, she received a Bachelor of Science in Neurobiology at the University of Florida. Jennifer is certified by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA), a member of the Florida Academy of Physician Assistants, and a member of the Society of Dermatology Physician Assistants.

Jennifer began her career in 1999 as a physician assistant in trauma surgery and emergency medicine. For the past 2 years, Jennifer has enjoyed specializing in dermatology under the supervision of Dr. Saluja.

Outside of work, Jennifer enjoys spending time with her family and college football (Go Gators)!!

Leigh Breznay, P.A.-C.
Dermatology

Leigh Breznay, Physician Assistant to Dr. Bishop, completed her Masters in Physician Assistant Studies with a Specialization in Plastic Surgery through the University of Nebraska College of Medicine. She earned a Certificate in Physician Assistant Studies at Kettering College of Medical Arts where she graduated with distinction. Prior to this, she received a Bachelor of Arts in Environmental Population and Organismic Biology at the University of Colorado at Boulder.

Leigh began her career as a physician assistant in plastic surgery and has since made the switch to specializing in dermatology and dermatologic surgery under the supervision of Dr. Bishop. Leigh is certified by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA), a member of the American Academy of Physician Assistants, the Florida Academy of Physician Assistants, and the Society of Dermatology Physician Assistants.

In her free time, Leigh enjoys spending time with her family and dogs, fishing, scuba diving, and snowboarding.

Kimberly Vonderlieth, P.A.-C.
Dermatology

Kimberly Vonderlieth, certified Physician Assistant to Dr. Saluja, completed her training in Physician Assistant studies at the State University of New York - Stony Brook. Prior to her PA career, Kimberly practiced as an X-ray Technologist for seven years.

Kimberly began her Physician Assistant career in 1993 and has specialized in the fields of Emergency Medicine, Orthopedic Surgery, Vascular Surgery, and Cosmetic Dermatology. She joined Dr. Saluja’s growing patient care team in 2008.

Kimberly is certified by the National Commission of Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA) and is a member of the Florida Academy of Physician Assistants (FAPA).Her areas of special interest consist of medical dermatology, non-invasive facial rejuvenation, and sclerotherapy for spider veins. Outside of dermatology, Kimberly’s interests include travel, fishing, cross stitch, and painting.