Elena is certified by the National Commission on Certification for Physician Assistants. She received her Master of Physician Assistant Studies from Bethel University in Tennessee with extensive training in dermatology. Originally from Uzbekistan, Elena was a Medical Doctor practicing gynecology. After relocation, she decided to change her area of specialization. Her philosophy on patient care is to provide an individualized approach that considers the whole patient with compassion and respect. Elena enjoys all aspects of dermatology and is a member of the American Academy of Physician Assistants, Florida Academy of Physician Assistants, and Society of Dermatology Physician Assistants.