Our Physicians

medical dermatology, cosmetic skincare, skin cancer treatment, dermatologic surgery

DAVID M. SHARAF, M.D.

David Sharaf, M.D., has over 30 years of dermatology medicine experience treating patients for various types of medical and cosmetic dermatologic skin conditions. Dr. Sharaf is Board Certified in Dermatology and is also board eligible in Internal Medicine. Dr. Sharaf is a founding partner in Skin and Cancer Associates. » Read more

Professional Affiliations

American Medical Association
American College of Physicians
American Academy of Dermatology
American Society for Dermatologic Surgery
Harvard Medical School Alumni Association
University of Massachusetts Medical School Alumni Association
National Association of Aquatic Medicine
Broward County Medical Association
Florida Medical Association
Florida Society of Dermatology
Broward County Dermatology Society
Society for Investigative Dermatology
Dermatology Foundation

Audrey Beirne, M.D.

Audrey Beirne, MD is a Board-Certified Dermatologists with a special interest in dermatologic surgery, in particular, Mohs Micrographic Surgery. Dr. Beirne trained at the University of Miami, Miller School of Medicine where she excelled at the top of her class. In addition, she finished with research distinction for a one-year fellowship in wound healing translational research and is the author of several publications. She then completed her residency training at the University of Miami Phillip Frost Department of Dermatology and Cutaneous Surgery, one of the top programs in the country, where she served as one of the two chief residents.

With an artistic background, Dr. Beirne takes care to evaluate each unique patient to provide the best possible aesthetic results.

Ryan Rich, M.D.

Ryan Rich, M.D., is a Florida State board certified dermatologist, researcher, & leader committed to the advancement of dermatology knowledge & skin treatment. His professional interests focus on cosmetic dermatology, including injectable fillers, neuromodulators, and laser therapies. He also remains engaged in clinical research in the fields of cosmetic & medical dermatology.

Dr. Rich was born in Nebraska & raised in Ohio. After receiving his undergraduate degree from Miami University (BS, Zoology/Neuroscience) & diverse dermatology training during & after medical school at leading academic centers including Case Western, the Cleveland Clinic, the University of Cincinnati, Northwestern University, the University of Texas – Houston, & the University at Buffalo, he successfully completed his dermatology residency training at Brown University.

His research interests are primarily clinical, & he has served as an investigator for over 30 clinical trials covering a wide range of cutaneous conditions from acne to tuberous sclerosis. As sub-investigator, Dr. Rich has collaborated with a number of top pharmaceutical & biotechnology companies including Amgen, GlaxoSmithKline, Celgene, Novartis, Genentech, Regeneron, Merz Pharma, Anacor Pharmaceuticals, & Astellas Pharma.

Dr. Rich was awarded the Oxford Scholars Scholarship all four years during his undergraduate training at Miami University. In 2010, he was honored to give a presentation at the annual ACDS meeting in Miami, FL & be a winner at the Fisher resident competition for his work investigating irritant & allergic contact dermatitis to quaternary ammonium compounds. His abstracts & articles in the field of dermatology have been accepted & published both nationally & internationally in a number of peer-reviewed mediums.

In his free time Dr. Rich enjoys spending time with his wife Kristy and his two daughters Grace & Audrey. He has a number of hobbies including golfing, playing chess, and gaming on his Xbox. Dr. Rich is a lover of all things related to true crime and he collects and shoots firearms in his spare time. In the warmer months you can find him out riding one of his motorcycles or lounging around the pool, and in the cooler weather he enjoys recreational skiing and snowboarding. He is also an avid gearhead who has had a love of fast cars since he was young.

Tamara Lior, M.D., FAAD, FACMS

Tamara Lior M.D. is double board-certified in both Dermatology and Mohs Micrographic Surgery, practicing in South Florida since 2000. She specializes in Mohs micrographic skin cancer surgery and reconstruction in addition to performing skin cancer screening, cosmetic dermatology, and laser therapies.

Dr. Lior is a native of Las Vegas and graduated with honors in Biology from University of Nevada. She earned her medical degree from Medical College of Wisconsin followed by an internship in Internal Medicine. She pursued her postgraduate residency training in Dermatology at Mayo Clinic in Rochester, MN.. Dr. Lior then completed a fellowship in Mohs and Laser Surgery at Boston University.

In 2000, Dr. Lior joined Cleveland Clinic Florida where she held various positions as former Chair of Department of Dermatology and then Head Section of Mohs and Laser Surgery until her departure in 2024. Additionally, she has published and been invited to lecture at various dermatologic society meetings. She is a Diplomate of the American Board of Dermatology and a Fellow of the American College of Mohs Surgery. Dr. Lior is also an active member of various professional societies including American Academy of Dermatology, American College of Mohs Micrographic Surgery, American Society for Laser Medicine and Surgery, and International Immunosuppression and Transplant Skin Cancer Collaboration.

Dr. Lior is passionate about treatment of skin cancer. Although professional, she has a refreshing, warm, and comfortable demeanor. The nature of her practice is complimented by her style of specialized individual treatments tailored to patient needs, understanding each has unique concerns which she addresses in an easy to understand, reassuring style.

In her leisure time, Dr. Lior finds joy in spending quality moments with her family, including their beloved Golden Doodle, Bailey. She enjoys immersing herself in different cultures through travel, as well outdoor hobbies like camping, hiking and bee keeping along with her husband. Fluent in English, German and proficient in some Yiddish, Dr. Lior embraces language and cultural diversity in her patients.

Asfa Akhtar, DO, FAAD

Dr. Akhtar graduated Magna Cum Laude from the University of Alabama at Birmingham with honors in biological research. She pursued her medical education at Nova Southeastern University College of Osteopathic Medicine with honors and completed a residency in family practice at Palmetto General Hospital followed by a residency in dermatology at the Broward General Medical Center

In 2007, Dr. Akhtar joined Cleveland Clinic Florida until her departure in 2024. She is a board-certified dermatologist who has been awarded the Best Resident Award, and the Intendis Mentoring Award during her residencies.

She is the past President of the Broward County Dermatologic Society. Dr. Akhtar is a member of several medical associations, including the American Academy of Dermatology, Women’s Dermatologic Society, and the American Osteopathic College of Dermatology. Her special interests in medicine include general and cosmetic dermatology, dermoscopy, hair loss, cutaneous surgery, ethnic skin, lasers, and facial rejuvenation.

Dr Akhtar has served in faculty positions at Cleveland Clinic Lerner College of Medicine, Florida Atlantic University and Case Western Reserve University. She trains dermatology and internal medicine residents. Dr. Akhtar received the Mentor Award from the Women’s Physician Staff Association at Cleveland Clinic and also Mentor of the Year Award from the Broward General Dermatology Residency Program.