Meet our staff
Our Mission
To provide the highest quality medical care to the people of central Florida. We are committed to providing our patients with the most up to date medical technology.
We strive to provide first class customer service & acknowledge that patient satisfaction determines our success. Patient care and service is the priority of our physicians and staff. Our integrity will not be compromised.
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Dr. Michael M. Gutierrez, M.D.
Dr. Gutierrez came to Orlando in 1987 where he has been in private practice for nearly 20 years. He was Chief of Dermatology at Florida Hospital from 2000 to 2003 and is currently on staff at the Orlando Regional Medical Center. His professional memberships include the American Academy of Dermatology, the American Medical Association, the Central Florida Society of Dermatology and the Florida Society of Dermatologic Surgeons. He was a board member of the Pan American Medical Association and a councelor for the Southern Medical Association.
Dr. Michael Gutierrez was born in Cuba in 1957. He immigrated to the Unites States in 1960 where he grew up in New Orleans, Louisiana and Mount Claire, New Jersey. He is married to Annalisa his wife of 25 years and has three daughters.
Dr. Gutierrez did his undergraduate education at the University of New Orleans where he received a Bachelor of Science in Biology. He did his medical training at Louisiana State University Medical School and completed his degree in 1983. He did an internship at Charity Hospital in New Orleans LSU division and his residency at LSU Charity Hospital New Orleans. He was Board Certified in Dermatology in 1987. During his residency at LSU, Dr. Gutierrez was recipient of the Peterkin Award for the Outsanding Resident Research Projects for 1987 and also received a Continuing Medical Education Award from the American Academy of Dermatology during that time.
Dr. Michael. Gutierrez is Board Certified in Dermatology and Dermatological Surgery.
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Dr. Oscar Saffold, M.D.
Dr. Oscar Saffold joins us after practicing Dermatology and Dermatological Surgery for over 30 years in Cleveland, OH. He is a former Assistant Clinical Professor of Dermatology at Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine.
Dr. Saffold received his Dermatology training at Tufts University in Boston, MA and is Board Certified in Dermatology.
His professional experience has been distinguished not only in his medical profession, but in philanthropy and numerous leadership roles in health maintenance.
We are pleased to announce the addition of Dr. Saffold to our practice and to welcome he and his wife Millicent to the Orlando community.
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Dr. James L. Baker, M.D.
Dr. Baker is a Board Certified Plastic Surgeon who specializes in Cosmetic Surgery. He is a Traveling Professor for and a Past President of the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery as well as a Past President of The Florida Society of Plastic Surgeons. He is the Immediate Past Chairman of the Plastic Surgery Department for the Florida Hospital System and is also a Clinical Professor of Plastic Surgery at the University of South Florida, Tampa.
Dr. Baker has been in private practice since 1971, has appeared on The Phil Donahue Show, The Oprah Winfrey Show, “20/20” and has been named one of the best in his field in such magazines as Town and Country, Harper’s Bazaar, Mirabella and Self. He has been named “Best Plastic Surgeon” by the readers of Orlando Magazine and has also been listed in “The Best Doctor’s in America” numerous times. His practice is based on cosmetic plastic surgery only and he performs the following procedures:
- Breast Augmentation (Enlargement)
- Facelift, Eyelid Surgery
- Rhinopla sty (Nose Surgery)
- Liposuction
- Abdominoplasty (Tummy Tuck)
- Oto plasty (Prominent Ear Surgery)
- Skin Rejuvenation Procedures
- Dermabrasion
- Laser Skin Resurfacing
- TCA Peels
- Glycolic Acid Peels
- Botox®
- Injectable Fillers (Sculptra, Collagen, Cosmoplast, Juvederm (replaced Captique and Restylane).
Dr. Baker is a National Training Center for Botox and Sculptra.
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Elisa D. Endicott, P.A.-C.
Elisa D. Endicott is a certified physician assistant with over fifteen years of healthcare experience. She earned a Bachelor’s degree in Biology from Stetson University in Deland and a Bachelor’s Degree in Physician Assistant studies with honors from Nova Southeastern University in Fort Lauderdale. She is certified by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants and is licensed by the Florida Board of Medicine.
Elisa has eight years of specialization in treatment of all skin, hair, and nail disorders and dermatological surgery. In addition to general dermatology, Elisa is experienced in cosmetic treatments including Botox injections, and hair and vascular laser therapy.
Elisa is a member of the American Academy of Physician Assistants, the Florida Academy of Physician Assistants and the Society of Dermatology of Physician Assistants.
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Laura L. Mays, P.A.-C.
Laura L. Mays is a nationally certified physician assistant licensed by the Florida Board of Medicine. Laura has over 10 years of healthcare experience. She specializes in moles/melanoma and skin cancer screenings, but treats patients with eczema, psoriasis, warts, acne, and rashes. Laura also provides Botox services to her patients who are wanting to turn back the hands of time.
In 1997, during her sister’s battle with melanoma, she created the Cynthia M. Disman Melanoma Initiative (a fund of MD Anderson Cancer Center Orlando), a non-profit organization that focuses on melanoma awareness and fund raising. Ms. Mays received national recognition for her work in melanoma from the American Academy of Dermatology (AAD) in July 2004 with a Gold Triangle Award.
Currently, she is working with lobbyists to pass “Cindy’s Safe Sun Bill.” She wrote the bill to ensure that all Florida school children be educated on moles, melanoma, skin cancer, and sun protection every year. Because of her efforts in the Florida Senate SB 772 (Effective July 1, 2006) states that every child in Florida is entitled to use sun protective items (sun block, hats, etc) when outdoors on campus. Previously children were not allowed to wear these items while outdoors on campus.
While writing dermatology articles in local magazines, Ms. Mays enjoys conducting melanoma lectures to corporations, schools, universities, and community groups. In July 2006, Laura Mays was featured in a Channel 6 News report concerning the rising cases of skin cancer. Ms. Mays also formed the first online melanoma support group for central Florida to give those touched by the deadly disease an outlet for discussions and questions.
Ms. Mays benefits from participating as a preceptor to PA students nationwide and is a guest lecturer at the University of Central Florida’s Nurse Practitioners program. In addition, she is currently an adjunct professor and preceptor for the PA Program at Nova Southeastern University-Orlando.
She is currently a member in good standings with:
The American Academy of Physician Assistants
Society of Dermatology Physician Assistants
Florida Academy of Physician Assistants
Association of Physician Assistants in Oncology
To contact the Orlando Melanoma Support Group- lead by Laura L. Mays PA-C log onto
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Jason L. Welch, MSN, ARNP, NP-C
Jason L. Welch joined Mid-Florida Dermatology Associates with a very admirable background in medicine. With his diverse training as a combat medic for four years during Desert Storm and his five years working in various intensive care units and emergency rooms, Jason is highly quailified to provide the best care to our patients. He is a nationally certified by the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners and is licensed to practice through the Florida Board of Nursing with memberships in a variety medical associations. Jason specializes in general dermatology, dermatological surgery, and Botox enhancements.
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Nitra H. Cole, MSN, ARNP, NP-C
Nitra H. Cole, MSN, ARNP, NP-C, is a nationally certified practitioner at Mid-Florida Dermatology specializing in general dermatology, dermatology surgery, and Botox enhancements.
Nitra received her Bachelor’s of Science in Nursing from Troy State University in 1998. Before working as a nurse practitioner, Nitra worked a s a critical care nurse at Florida Hospital where she also served in many leadership roles. Nitra graduated with honors from the University of Central Florida in 2006 with her Master of Science in Nursing and Family Nurse Practitioners Certificate. Nitra has worked closely with Dr. Michael Gutierrez and received extensive training in general dermatology, dermatological surgery.
Nitra is nationally certified by the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners and is licensed to practice through the Florida Board of Nursing. She is a member of the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners, the Central Florida Advanced Practice Nursing Counsel, the Nurse Practitioner Society of the Dermatology Nurses Association and the honor society Phi Kappa Phi.
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Heather R. Brock , ARNP
Heather R. Brock, MSN, ARNP-C is a nationally certified family nurse practitioner and has worked in the healthcare field for the past 13 years. Heather is originally from Pensacola, Florida and received her Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing from the University of South Alabama in Mobile in 1996. After relocating to Orlando in 1997, Heather practiced critical care nursing in the emergency department and intensive care units as a staff nurse and eventually as a supervisor. In 2006, Heather graduated with honors from the University of Central Florida with a Master of Science Degree in nursing and is certified by the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners.
Heather joined Mid-Florida Dermatology in 2006 and trained closely with Dr. Michael Gutierrez. She specializes in general dermatology including the diagnosis and treatment of dermatologic conditions such as eczema, acne, psoriasis, warts, and skin cancers. Heather has also trained extensively in dermatological surgery.
Heather’s professional memberships include the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners and the Dermatology Nurses Association. In April, Mid-Florida Dermatology plans to open a new office branch in Clermont where Heather will have her primary practice located. -
Dr. Ayyaz M. Shah D.O.
Dr. Shah joined Mid Florida Dermatology Associates in October 2007. He has been practicing dermatology for nearly 10 years. He has practiced dermatology in the Mid West and was on staff at five hospitals in Iowa which include Covenant Medical Center and Allen Hospital. Dr. Shah was a member of the Executive Committee at Allen Hospital. His professional memberships include the American Osteopathic Association , American Association of Physician Specialties and The American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery.
Dr. Ayyaz Shah was born in Pakistan in 1966. He immigrated to the United States in 1977 where he grew up in upper New York and New York City. He is married to Humaira, his wife of 18 years and has three sons and four daughters.
Dr. Shah did his undergraduate education at City University of New York-Lehman College, where he received a Bachelor of Science degree in Chemistry. He did his medical training at New York College of Osteopathic Medicine and completed his degree in 1994. He completed an internship at St. Barnasar Hospital? in Bronx, New York. He initially completed a family practice residency in 1997 at Wyckoff Heights Medical Center in Brooklyn, New York and then completed his Dermatology training in the Mid West at Advanced Dermatology and Laser Center/Universal Medical Center in 2000. He is dual Board Certified in Family Practice and Dermatology.
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Casey A. Nichols, MSN, ARNP-BC
Casey A. Nichols, MSN, ARNP-BC, is a nationally Board Certified Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner. Casey has worked in healthcare for the past 8 years.Casey joined Mid Florida Dermatology Associates in 2007 and has practiced closely with Dr. Michael Gutierrez and Dr. Ayyaz Shah. She specializes in skin care, Botox enhancements, and performs dermatological surgeries. Casey shows genuine care and concern for her patients.Professional memberships include: Dermatology Nurses Association and Central Florida Advanced Practice Nursing Council.