Dr. Lisa S. Koche Reviewed and Approved As A FL Top Doctor For 2025 Dr. Lisa S. Koche has been reviewed and approved by FL Top Docs based on merit for 2025. Dr. Koche’s path toward becoming a leader in functional and integrative medicine began at just 15, when she was diagnosed with leukemia. Her five-year battle with cancer and the intense chemotherapy that followed resulted in significant cardio-toxicity—yet it also ignited an unwavering commitment to understand healing at its deepest level. “My journey with cancer and heart failure ignited a passion for healing disease at the root,” Dr. Koche shares. “It’s what drives me to empower my patients with the knowledge and tools to take control of their health.” As the founder of Spectra Wellness, she has transformed that personal mission into a comprehensive, patient-centered practice. Her approach focuses on uncovering the root causes of health challenges rather than Read the full article →
FL Top Docs and FL Top Dentists are proud to present the following recently reviewed and approved providers for October 2025. FL Top Docs Include: Anesthesiology Dr. Neel Amin – Fort Lauderdale ENT (Otolaryngology) Dr. James Houle – Boca Raton Gynecology Dr. Blane M. Crandall – Naples Pain Management Dr. Neel Amin – Fort Lauderdale Pulmonology / Critical Care Dr. Joseph A. Giaimo – Palm Beach Gardens
Dr. Katiuska Dos Santos of the Florida Joint & Spine Institute Honored as a 2025 FL Top Doc Dr. Katiuska Dos Santos of the Florida Joint & Spine Institute has been reviewed and approved by FL Top Docs based on merit for 2025. Dr. Katiuska Dos Santos is a board-certified specialist in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, with advanced fellowship training in Interventional Spine and Sports Medicine. With a career rooted in precision, innovation, and patient-centered care, she is known for her expertise in diagnosing and treating complex pain conditions using minimally invasive, evidence-based techniques. A graduate of the Mayo Clinic residency program, Dr. Dos Santos brings elite-level training and a thoughtful approach to her practice. She is highly skilled in identifying the underlying causes of pain—whether stemming from nerves, joints, muscles, or bones—and in designing targeted treatment plans tailored to each individual’s needs. Dr. Dos Santos’ toolbox of advanced therapies Read the full article →
Dr. Andrew Simonsen of Simonsen Maddern Pediatric ENT Named FL Top Doc For 2025 Dr. Andrew Simonsen of Simonsen Maddern Pediatric ENT has been reviewed and approved by FL Top Docs based on merit for 2025. Dr. Simonsen is a fellowship-trained Otolaryngologist, board-certified in Otolaryngology – Head and Neck Surgery and Facial Plastic Surgery. He brings a comprehensive and compassionate approach to patient care, combining advanced surgical expertise with a deep commitment to improving the health and well-being of children and families across Northeast Florida. A proud graduate of the University of Hawai‘i at Mānoa, Dr. Simonsen earned his Bachelor of Science in Food Science and Human Nutrition before obtaining his medical degree from Western University of Health Sciences in Pomona, California. He went on to complete a rigorous residency in General Surgery and Otolaryngology at the University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey, complemented by specialized training at Read the full article →
Dr. Svetlana Kogan Named FL Top Doc For 2025 Dr. Svetlana Kogan has been reviewed and approved by FL Top Docs based on merit for 2025. Dr. Kogan is an accomplished physician with an extensive background in both traditional and functional medicine. She earned her Bachelor of Science in Biology from Cornell University and her Doctor of Medicine degree from the Sackler School of Medicine’s New York State Program in Tel Aviv, Israel, and New York City. Following her medical education, she completed her Internship and Residency in Internal Medicine at Lenox Hill Hospital in New York City. Board Certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine (ABIM), Dr. Kogan upholds the highest standards of medical excellence. Further demonstrating her commitment to comprehensive, patient-centered care, she became a Certified Practitioner through the Institute for Functional Medicine (IFM)—the leading authority in functional medicine education. For more than 25 years, Dr. Kogan Read the full article →
