- MRIDr. Yang was raised in Vancouver, Canada. He graduated magna cum laude from Amherst College in 2005 with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Neuroscience. He spent two years in the Neuroplasticity Laboratory at Harvard Medical School working on clinical MRI and behavioral research. He then earned his medical degree from Mount Sinai School of Medicine in 2011 and completed his general surgery residency at Mount Sinai St. Luke’s – Roosevelt Medical Center in 2017. Dr. Yang went on to complete a fellowship in Vascular and Endovascular Surgery at the University of South Florida in 2019. He is a member of the American Medical Association, the American College of Surgeons, and the Society for Vascular Surgery. Dr. Yang is board certified in general surgery and board eligible in vascular surgery. He focuses his practice on vascular surgery.
- General SurgeryDr. Collins received his medical degree from the University of South Florida and served his internship and residency in general surgery at the Walter Reed Army Medical Center. Dr. Collins is a diplomate of the American Board of Surgery, a fellow of the American College of Surgeons, a member of the Pinellas County Medical Association, the Florida Medical Association, and the Society for Vascular Surgery.
- Wound Care
- Vascular SurgeryThe surgeons and staff at Bay Surgical Specialists help patients from across the Tampa Bay area reach better health through surgical procedures including traditional and minimally invasive treatments for a variety of conditions. The surgeons are each fellowship trained in vascular surgery and are dedicated to providing the best treatment available. The practice is located in St. Petersburg next to St. Anthony’s Hospital..
- BotoxMarisol Schultheis received her Bachelor of Arts in Humanities from New College of Florida in 2010. In June 2014, Marisol earned her Master of Physician Assistant studies from the University of Florida. Marisol originally joined the Bay Surgical Specialists team in August 2014. In 2016 she explored Plastic Surgery where she became proficient in injectables such as Botox and fillers as well as energy based treatments. Due to her passion for Vascular Surgery, Marisol has now rejoined the Bay Surgical Specialists team where she works with Dr. Almond and Dr. Collins to provide excellent care for our patients. Marisol is a member of the American Academy of Physician Assistants and the Florida Academy of Physician Assistants.
- Plastic Surgery
- Breast Surgery
- Bariatric SurgeryAs the regional referral center for the treatment of gastrointestinal cancer, bariatric surgery, and vascular and aortic diseases, we are known for our experience and comprehensive approach to all aspects of surgical care.