Brian Bender, MD
Medical Director
Dr. Brian Bender is a Board-certified Psychiatrist with clinical research expertise in Depression and Alzheimer’s Disease. Dr. Bender is on staff at Mount Sinai hospital in Miami Beach and has a private practice in Miami Beach where he treats a diverse patient population.
Specializations: Psychiatry/Neurology
Medical School: Ross University School of Medicine
George P. Azar, Jr., MD
Board Certified in Internal Medicine and Pulmonology
Dr. George P. Azar, Jr. is an Internal Medicine doctor and Pulmonologist in South Florida. He received his medical degree from Ross University and has been in practice for over 30 years. Dr. Azar was at the forefront of the COVID-19 pandemic in hospital settings, working upwards of 70 plus hours a week to help save lives. Dr. Azar has been an investigator on COVID-19 treatment, long COVID, and vaccines.
Specializations: Internal Medicine, Pulmonology
Medical School: Ross University
Christopher A. Fayeghi, DO
Board Certified in Family Practice
Dr. Christopher A. Fayeghi is a dedicated and accomplished medical professional who was born and raised in Las Vegas, Nevada. His academic journey began at the University of Nevada Las Vegas (UNLV), where he gained a solid scientific foundation with his bachelors in science. This led him to Des Moines University for his medical degree, where his passion for clinical research started to flourish. Furthering his medical training, Dr. Fayeghi undertook an internship and residency at Westchester General Hospital in Miami, proving his commitment and adaptability. His devotion to clinical research is testament to his passion for developing innovative healthcare solutions. Dr. Fayeghi holds experience across a wide range of health conditions, including Obesity, Hypertension, Diabetes, Alzheimer’s Disease, Major Depressive Disorder, Postpartum Depression, COVID treatment and vaccines, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease, Irritable Bowel Syndrome, Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia, Overactive Bladder and Hypogonadism.
Specializations: Family medicine
Medical School: Des Moines University
Marc Gibber, MD
Dr. Marc Gibber is a cardiothoracic surgery specialist focused on quality improvement and patient satisfaction in Miami Beach, Florida. He attended and graduated from University Of Maryland School Of Medicine in 2005 and has over 14 years of diverse experience, especially in cardiac surgery. Beyond contemporary techniques, he possesses skills in minimally invasive and endovascular approaches in cardiac and thoracic surgery.
Dr. Gibber is affiliated with many hospitals in the area, including Methodist Healthcare Memphis Hospitals, Saint Francis Bartlett Medical Center, and St Francis Hospital.
Specializations: Thoracic Surgery, General Cardiac, Cardiovascular Surgery
Medical School: University of Maryland School of Medicine
Boris Klopukh, MD
Dr. Boris Klopukh is an urologist in Aventura, Florida. He received his medical degree from Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai and has been in practice for more than 20 years. Dr. Klopukh is board-certified by the American Board of Urology.
Dr. Klopukh is affiliated with multiple hospitals in the area, including Aventura Hospital and Medical Center and Palmetto General Hospital. He speaks multiple languages, including Russian.
Specializations: Urology
Medical School: Icahn School of Medicine Mount Sinai
David Lifschutz, MD
Board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology and fellowship trained in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry
Dr. Lifschutz dedicates extensive time to clinical research with specific focus and expertise in Depression, Anxiety and Alzheimer’s Disease.
Dr. Lifschutz is a graduate of the University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health, Dr. Lifschutz completed his psychiatric residency and a fellowship in child and adolescent psychiatry at the Los Angeles County-University of Southern California (USC) Medical Center. Dr. Lifschutz is also certified trained in harm reduction focusing on the integration of psychedelic drugs.
Specializations: Psychiatry and Neurology
Medical School: University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health
Alan Patterson, MD
Board Certified: Obstetrics and Gynecology
Dr. Alan Patterson, MD is a board-certified Gynecologist in South Florida. Dr. Patterson is an experienced Principal Investigator in indications: Contraception, Uterine fibroids, Post-Partum Depression, HSDD, UTI and OAB. Dr. Patterson is on staff at West Boca medical center and Boca Raton Regional Hospital. Dr. Patterson sees a diverse and robust patient population and dedicates a lot of his time to clinical research excellence.
Specializations: Obstetrics and Gynecology
Medical School: Indiana University School of Medicine
Shani S. Reich, MD
Dr. Shani S. Reich, MD is a board certified Ophthalmologist and fellowship trained Glaucoma specialist in South Florida. Dr. Reich is on staff at Memorial Regional Hospital. Dr. Reich is an experienced Principal Investigator on indications: Dry Eye Disease, Glaucoma, Presbyopia and Allergic Conjunctivitis. Dr. Reich has a diverse and robust patient population and dedicates much of her time to clinical research excellence.
Specializations: Ophthalmology
Medical School: Rush Medical College, Chicago, IL and Brandeis University, Waltham, MA
Devorah Shagalov, MD
Dr. Devorah Shagalov is a distinguished board-certified dermatologist practicing in South Florida. She received her medical degree from the State University of New York Downstate Medical Center College of Medicine and pursued a fellowship in dermatology at the Skin Institute of South Florida. Dr. Shagalov also completed specialized fellowships in Mohs micrographic surgery and cosmetic dermatology. She has been providing excellent Dermatology care for over 10 years. Dr. Shagalov is dedicated to clinical research having experience with Atopic dermatitis, Acne, Rosascea, Eczema, and Psoriasis.
Specializations: General Dermatology, Procedural Dermatology, Cosmetic Dermatology
Medical School: State University of New York, Downstate Medical Center
