Cosmetic Surgeons & Aestheticians

Dr. Fezza has been a member of the Center For Sight team since 1998 and specializes in cosmetic facial and laser surgery. He earned his bachelor’s degree from Duke University and received his medical education at New York Medical College, where he was President of the Alpha Omega Alpha honors society. He completed his internship in general surgery and residency in ophthalmology at Yale University and his two-year fellowship in oculofacial plastic surgery at Vanderbilt University. In addition, he completed a second fellowship in cosmetic surgery sponsored by the American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery. He has many years of subspecialty training focusing solely on eyelid, face and neck surgery, which he considers his passion.

Dr. Fezza has been annually honored as one of America’s “Top Doctors” by Castle Connolly Medical, Ltd. He has also been consistently voted “Best Plastic Surgeon” in Sarasota, Venice and Manatee by the readers of the Sarasota Herald Tribune for the Readers’ Choice Awards. Dr. Fezza has held many prestigious national positions in medical societies, including the position of Past President of the American Board of Facial Cosmetic Surgery, and Past Treasurer of the American Society of Ophthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery (ASOPRS). In 2016, he was honored with the ASOPRS Research Award and in 2019 he received the Henry Baylis Cosmetic Surgery Award for longstanding contributions in the field of cosmetic facial surgery.

Dr. Fezza is dedicated to helping Center For Sight patients look and feel their best. His expertise couples the use of lasers for skin rejuvenation with utilizing the latest surgical techniques. Dr. Fezza is a master injector with Allergan Aesthetics (maker of Botox®). Master injectors are medical professionals with intensive training and knowledge of facial anatomy, with the ability to perform facial analysis. He specializes in nonsurgical injectables, such as Botox® and fillers. He has an aesthetic eye for beauty, creating a subtle and refreshed natural look. A nationally recognized author and lecturer on cosmetic facial and laser surgery, Dr. Fezza is a member of the American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery, the American Society of Ophthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery (ASOPRS) and the American Board of Ophthalmology. Dr. Fezza is a well-respected pharmaceutical consultant, lecturer, and master trainer. He serves on advisory boards for Allergan, Revance Therapeutics and is involved as an investigator in FDA clinical trials. In addition, he is an ad hoc preceptor for ASOPRS fellows and was an Associate Clinical Professor in Oculoplastics at the University of South Florida. Dr. Fezza holds multiple patents for treatment of dry eye disease and medical devices for facial fillers.

Dr. Fezza enjoys his own great sense of humor as well as a myriad of outdoor athletic activities, whether it’s exercising, a round of golf, tennis, jogging, surfing or skiing. Most of all, he cherishes the time he shares with his wife, Heidi, his sons Blake, Reed and Tyler.

Locations served: Sarasota, Englewood, AMARA

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Kalie Kosek is a Florida-licensed physician assistant (PA-C) and is board certified by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA). Kalie earned her Masters of Physician Assistant Studies from The University of Florida’s College of Medicine in June 2014. Prior to her graduate schooling, she received a Bachelor of Science degree in Health Sciences from the University of Florida, graduating cum laude.

Physician assistants are healthcare providers who practice in collaboration with their physician. They are, however, independently licensed and do not require the direct supervision of a physician. Kalie has joined the team of John Fezza, M.D., Cosmetic Facial Surgeon at Center for Sight.

Prior to joining Center for Sight, Kalie practiced as a general and cosmetic dermatology physician assistant in Jacksonville, Florida. Now, a part of our oculoplastic team, Kalie offers a wide range of office-based procedures and provides diagnostic, therapeutic and medical treatments to address many concerns of the eyes and face. She is also qualified to administer today’s modern injectables, including Botox and Juvederm.

She is an active member of the Florida Academy of Physician Assistants, the American Academy of Physician Assistants, and the Florida Society of Dermatology Physician Assistants.

Kalie lives in Sarasota with her husband, Dave, who is a local dentist, and their two children. Outside of work, Kalie enjoys paddle boarding, playing tennis, traveling, cooking, and watching Gator football.

Locations served: Sarasota, Pelican Plaza, University Park, AMARA (Venice) & Englewood

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Pia Simonson is a Licensed Aesthetician and a Florida state of medicine board-certified electrologist in laser hair removal. She brings nearly 20 years of experience to her position as a clinical skin care specialist at Center For Sight. She uses today’s state-of-the-art technology, combined with the latest skin care techniques and products, to help patients achieve a more youthful appearance with smoother skin and enhanced features. Her services include customized facials, microdermabrasion, peels, electrolysis, laser hair removal and permanent make-up.

Pia’s extensive skin care education includes skin care training in both Sweden and the United States. She is trained in performing chemical peels by Physicians Choice of Arizona. She received specialized training in laser and light based hair removal and is both a certified medical electrologist, as well as a certified clinical electrologist. Pia is a member of the National Society of the Paramedical Esthetic Profession, and the Electrolysis Society of Florida. Pia is always interested in learning the newest techniques and modalities in skin care. She attends numerous conferences and workshops each year to ensure her patients receive the most effective treatment options available.

Prior to joining Center For Sight, Pia worked for a local dermatologist and for a well-known spa. She also owned and operated a private skin and electrolysis facility in Stockholm, Sweden, and was the vice president of the Swedish Beauty and Skin Care Association.

Pia moved to the United States from Sweden in 1991, and became a U.S. citizen in 2003. She lives in beautiful Sarasota and is the proud mother of two daughters. Her oldest practices law in Sarasota after studying at Vanderbilt University and Stetson Law School. Her youngest daughter practices veterinary medicine in Sarasota.

Pia enjoys the Florida lifestyle by boating, playing tennis, and spending time with family and friends.

Location served: Sarasota

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Gosia Napieracz is a Licensed Aesthetician serving patients at AMARA Aesthetic Surgery and Dermatology in Venice, and Center For Sight in Englewood.

She possesses over 20 years of aesthetic experience, having practiced in Europe, Canada and New York. While in New York, Gosia worked in a high-volume office and quickly became proficient in a variety of skin care procedures. Gosia remains on the cusp of the most recent advancements in her field, taking considerable time to research and implement the most effective skin care techniques for her patients. She performs medical-grade skin care services, including facials, CoolSculpting, waxing, peels and microneedling.

In her free time, Gosia enjoys playing tennis, hiking and skiing. She loves the Florida sunshine and taking advantage of the beautiful weather year-round.

Location served: AMARA

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Blaire Shinn is a Licensed Aesthetician serving patients at Center For Sight in Sarasota. Blaire is passionate about using the latest aesthetic procedures to help her clients feel refreshed and beautiful.

Born and raised in Sarasota, Blaire has first-hand experience with sun protection, sun damage and prevention. She specializes in treating sun damaged skin using a variety of procedures and medical-grade skin care products to help minimize the appearance of fine lines, wrinkles and age spots. She is experienced in treating hyperpigmentation, in addition to dermatitis.

Her services at Center For Sight include customized facials, chemical peels, lash lifts and tints, dermaplaning, extractions, and brow shaping, tinting and lamination. Additionally, Blaire offers skin care consults to develop a personalized step-by-step skin care plan for each of her clients.

In her free time, Blaire enjoys spending time with her daughter outdoors, traveling and exercising.

Location served: Sarasota & Pelican Plaza

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