Tampa Style Magazine's Doctors of the Year 2026

All medical school graduates earn the title “Doctor,” but choosing the right physician requires careful research. While every licensed doctor performs remarkable work—whether saving lives or transforming appearances—some rise to the top of their field. These elite physicians dedicate years to mastering a specialty, continually advancing their skills, and staying current with evolving medical innovations through seminars, conferences, and advanced training. In this issue’s “Tampa’s Doctors of the Year” section, we highlight Board-Certified, highly respected physicians recognized by their peers for excellence. Our goal is to help readers connect with some of the finest doctors available and start a dialogue about personalized care.

Dr. Traci M. Temmen, MD

Dr. Traci M. Temmen, MD

Temmen Plastic SurgeryDr. Traci M. Temmen, founder of Temmen Plastic Surgery, is honored to be recognized in Tampa Style Magazine’s Doctors of the Year, a prestigious distinction celebrating excellence in medicine and trusted leadership within the Tampa Bay community....

Paul Arnold, MD, FACS

Paul Arnold, MD, FACS

AdventHealth Medical Group UrologyDr. Arnold is a distinguished urologic surgeon with over 26 years of experience, having completed his residency at The Ohio State University in 2000. For the past 23 years, he has been committed to serving the Tampa Bay area, making...

Melissa Fickey, MD

Melissa Fickey, MD

Embracing Life Wellness CenterDr. Melissa Fickey is a board-certified psychiatrist who specializes in child, adolescent, and adult psychiatry, in addition to being an assistant professor at the University of Tampa. A Tampa native, she is the founder of Embracing Life...

Dr. James P. Gillen

Dr. James P. Gillen

USF Department of Emergency MedicineDr. James P. Gillen is the Director of Emergency Medicine Education and chairman of the Grand Rounds Committee for the USF Emergency Medicine Residency Program at Tampa General Hospital. Dr. Gillen was recently appointed Associate...

Dr. Theresa Rodeghero

Dr. Theresa Rodeghero

Committed to your overall health and a perfect smileDr. Theresa Rodeghero, owner of Clearwater Family Dental, grew up with dentistry woven into the fabric of everyday life. Raised on a small family farm, she learned early the values of hard work, integrity,...

Brian Shah, MD, DDS

Brian Shah, MD, DDS

Predictable, personalized TMJ surgeryDr. Brian Shah is a board-certified oral and maxillofacial surgeon recognized for delivering an exceptional level of care in the treatment of complex temporomandibular joint (TMJ) disorders and facial reconstruction. Dr. Shah is...

Dr. Vu Tran

Dr. Vu Tran

Transforming Lives in Manatee CountyDr. Vu Tran, dentistry has always been about more than teeth—it’s about people. As the founder of Transform Dental, Dr. Tran set out to create the kind of dental office he would want for his own family: welcoming, honest, and free...

Elie J. Zayyat, MD

Elie J. Zayyat, MD

Vascular Surgery and Endovascular TherapyElie John Zayyat MD, FACS, FSVS, RVT, RPVI, is a board-certified vascular surgeon with BayCare Medical group, providing elite Vascular care to patients in Tampa, Florida. His practice is dedicated to advanced, patient-centered...

Dr. Andrew Bloomfield

Dr. Andrew Bloomfield

Interventional Pain Management for Comprehensive Spine InstituteDr. Andrew Bloomfield, M.D., is an acclaimed interventional pain physician known for his advanced procedural expertise and commitment to restoring function and quality of life for patients with chronic...

Ludner Confident, MD

Ludner Confident, MD

Providing Quality and Compassionate AnesthesiaDr. Ludner Confident was born in Haiti in 1949 and  discovered his calling to medicine at the age of four, inspired by physicians who brought healing to his ill relatives. Guided by perseverance and faith, he completed...

Dr. James Donovan

Dr. James Donovan

Elite Spine and OrthopedicsHelping people to get back to do the activities they want to do! Dr. James Donovan is a Board-Certified Orthopaedic Surgeon providing care in the area. He completed his undergraduate training at the University of Kentucky, Medical School...

Dr. Jorge Gadea

Dr. Jorge Gadea

Internal MedicineDr. Jorge Gadea is a board-certified internal medicine physician who has been practicing in Tampa since 1998. After graduating with highest honors from Nova Southeastern College of Osteopathic Medicine, he moved to Philadelphia to complete his...

Amir Guirguis, DDS

Amir Guirguis, DDS

Carrollwood SmilesAt Carrollwood Smiles in Tampa, exceptional dentistry is built on collaboration, innovation, and an unwavering commitment to patient care. Led by Dr. Amir Guirguis and associate dentist Dr. Storm Briggs, the practice has become a trusted destination...

Dr. Brahmesh Siva

Dr. Brahmesh Siva

HCA Cardiology LargoDr. Brahmesh Siva is a non-invasive cardiologist at the HCA Hospital Cardiology  Clinic, serving patients in  Largo, Florida. Professional Certifications & ExpertiseDr. Siva is Board Certified in four key areas: • Cardiology• Echocardiography•...

Dr. Rozales Swanson

Dr. Rozales Swanson

Cardiovascular & Thoracic Surgeon AdventHealth TampaDr. Swanson has an unwavering commitment to core values: compassion, integrity, clinical excellence, and service to others. Every patient encounter is guided by respect, clear communication, and a belief that the...

Lilliam Vazquez, MD

Lilliam Vazquez, MD

General Pediatrician- Clinical Care Medical CentersDr. Vazquez is a compassionate bilingual pediatrician fluent in English and Spanish, boasting 24 years of experience dedicated to providing preventive care for children from infancy through young adulthood. Born and...