About Us
 

Physician & Founder

Dr. Robert A. Norman

Dr. Robert A. Norman is a board-certified dermatologist who has been in practice for over 20 years. He is a faculty member for five medical schools and has been honored with numerous service and teaching awards, including Physician of the Year (2005) and Distinguished Service Award (2007) in Hillsborough County, Tampa, Florida, and Tampa Bay Medical Hero Award (2008). Dr. Norman has written 23 books, including the recently published The Woman Who Lost Her Skin (And Other Dermatological Tales) primarily based on articles he has written in Discover magazine, and Mother Nature, Father Time-Tales of Medicine. He has been the editor of four textbooks on Geriatrics and Geriatric Dermatology and published over 100 articles in various major media publications. Dr. Norman has a private practice and is the chief physician and owner of Dermatology Healthcare, founded in 1994, which delivers essential skin care services for nursing home patients. He provides many national and international lectures each year; in October of 2007 he was the section director and lecturer in Geriatric Dermatology at the World Congress of Dermatology in Buenos Aires, Argentina.

He is a frequent medical volunteer and is at the gold level in the AAD Leadership Circle for Volunteerism. His most recent mission trips were to Jamaica in April of 2009 and July and April of 2008 and Guatemala in January 2007. Other trips have included Haiti, Cuba, and Argentina.

Dr. Norman completed his pre-med, medical, and public health training at Michigan State University, Midwestern University, the Cleveland Clinic, and the University of South Florida.
He and his wife Carol have five children brought together in a blended family. Dr. Norman is very active in his community serving on many service organization boards as well as donating his services. When he can he plays tennis, trapshooting, biking, kayaking and harmonica.


Publications

  1. Norman, Robert "What's healthy?" Bi-weekly health column appearing in six local newspapers published by Century Publications.
  2. Norman, Robert and Genest, Jacques. "Tuboeruptive xanthomas: report of a case and treatment with gemfibrozil." Cutis Magazine April 1988
  3. Norman, Robert et al. "Dermatofibroma protuberans: report of a case." Journal of the American Osteopathic Association. February 1988. Vol. 88, no. 2, pp 245-247.
  4. Norman, Robert "The relationship between pulmonary tuberculosis and bronchogenic carcinoma." Osteopathic Medical News. January 1988, Vol.5, No. 1, pp. 1, 22-23.
  5. Norman, Robert "Spinal Schistosomiasis: a case study and rehabilitation." Osteopathic Medical News. Nov./DEC 1987. Vol. 4, No.10, pp. 4850.
  6. Toffol, Gilbert and Norman, Robert. "Hypertensive encephalopathy." Journal of American Osteopathic Association. September 1986. Vol. 86, No.9, pp.572-576.
  7. Bear, David; Rosenbaum, Jerrold; and Norman, Robert. "Aggression in cat and human precipitated by a cholinesterase inhibitor." Psychosomatics. July 1986. Vol.27, No. 7. (Harvard Medical School, Boston, Massachusetts)
  8. Toffol, Gilbert and Norman, Robert. "Care of stroke and TIA victim." Osteopathic Medical News. June 1986. Vol.2, No.6, pp. 14-22
  9. Norman, Robert. " Maine's Lighthouse of Osteopathic Learning." Osteopathic Medical News. July/August 1985. vol.2, No.3, pp. 1,10,15-16.
  10. Norman, Robert. " Chlamydia Infections: the disease of the 80's." Osteopathic Medical News. May/June 1985. Vol.2, No. 3, pp. 1, 22, 23, 49.
  11. Norman, Robert "Solitary osteochondroma of the fibula." Journal of the American Osteopathic Association. July 1984. Vol. 83, No. 7, pp. 93-96
  12. Norman, Robert. "Sexual consequences of disability." Osteopathic Medicine. Four-part series- February 1981, Vol. 6, No. 2, pp.43-48; March 1981, Vol.6, No. 3, pp. 33-39; April 1981, Vol. 6, No. 4, pp. 44-48; May 1981, Vol. 6, No. 5, pp. 27-32.
  13. Norman, Robert. "CCOM medical students visit Haiti" Osteopathic Medicine. May 1980, Vol. 5, No. 2, pp. 18-25.
  14. Norman, Robert "Dramatic New Help For Fibrocystic Breast Disease" Bestways. January 1988
  15. Norman, Robert "The Body Silent" (Book Review) JAOA. vol.88. no.7 July 1988
  16. Norman, Robert; Grodin, Michael "Injuries from Break Dancing" American Family Physician. October 1984 (Boston University School of Medicine, Boston, Massachusetts)
  17. Norman, Robert; Lavan, Spencer; Perakis, Charles "Writing in Medical School" The Journal of Medical Humanities. Volume 10, No. 1, Spring/Summer 1989
  18. Norman, Robert. "Medicaid Patients Receive Unequal Treatment" USA Today. March 1994
  19. Norman, Robert et al Diffuse Histiocytic Lymphoma Treated with Chemotherapy and Radiation Cutis April 1996
  20. Norman, Robert "A Dermatologist’s Guide to Nursing Home Consultations" Skin and Aging (The Journal of Geriatric Dermatology) January 1998 Premier Issue--Feature Article
  21. Norman, Robert "The Woman Who Lost Her Skin" -- Discover Magazine 1998

Previous publications (partial listing) -- literary

  • Discover Magazine - December 1998
  • Relax Magazine - September 1993
  • Off Hours - March 1986
  • Tampa Bay Magazine - December 1985
  • Greater Portland Magazine - Summer 1985
  • Maine Life St. Petersburg Times - interview with Robin Cook - March 29, 1987

Providers

Our specially-trained providers work together as an integrated team to provide the best dermatological care possible. Our providers include:

Thierry Chapuis, PA-C
Thierry Chapuis, PA-C, has been a Physician's Assistant with Dermatology Healthcare since February 2003. A tennis enthusiast, Thierry's been in Florida for over 20 years. He received his undergraduate degree at University of Florida and received his Physician Assistant education at Emory University in Atlanta, Georgia.

 

Kathleen Y. Harrell, ARNPKathleen
Kathleen Y. Harrell, ARNP, has been with Dermatology Healthcare since July 2007. She received her education through St. Petersburg Junior College and her undergraduate and graduate degrees from the University of Tampa. Her background specialties are in family, geriatrics, urgent care, endocrinology, nephrology and dermatology. Kathleen has been married for 30 years and has two children and a grandson.

 

Donna M. Fife, MS, ARNP
Donna M. Fife, MS, ARNP, joined Dermatology Healthcare in 2007 and has worked in the medical field for nearly 20 years. Starting as a phlebotomist, she worked her way through the ADN Nursing Program at Hillsborough Community College. Once a Registered Nurse, she worked for many years at Lakeland Regional Medical Center, primarily in a Cardiothoracic Medical/Surgical Trauma Unit. She continued her education at Florida Southern College, earning a Bachelor of Nursing degree. Donna then completed the Master of Nursing program at the University of South Florida. She is a member of the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners and is certified as an Adult Health Nurse Practitioner. Since completing the master's program, Donna has dedicated her practice to geriatrics, pulmonary care and dermatology.

Deborah Covert, ARNPDeborah
Deborah Covert, ARNP, has been with Dermatology Healthcare since 2002. Deb graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing in 1982 and earned her Master of Science in Nursing 1989. She completed the Dr .George Morris 'Earn As You Learn' nursing program, became certified in Nursing Professional Development and was awarded the Layman of the Year Award from Phi Delta Kappa. Deb is married with two children. She always loves learning new things, reading and gardening.

 

William Eng, M.D., FCAP

Dr. William Eng has been with Dermatology Healthcare since 2010. Dr. Eng graduated from St. Cloud University with a Bachelor’s degree in Biology in 1988. He earned a Master of Science in Microbiology at the University of Tennessee 1990. He completed his medical degree from the University of Tennessee in 1994 and his residency in pathology AP/CP from the University of Texas-Houston. He also completed a dermatopathology fellowship at the University of Texas-Southwestern. He is board certified in Anatomic Pathology, Clinical Pathology, and Dermatopathology. He has been heavily involved with dermatopathology research and has several publications in dermatology journals.  

Jaclyn N Churchill, MPH, PA-C                                                                      Jaclyn N Churchill, PA-C has been with Dermatology Healthcare since September 2009. She is a graduate of Loyola University Chicago, with a Bachelor’s of Science in Biology and Women’s Studies. She then went on to complete both her Master of Clinical Medical Sciences in Physician Assistant Studies and Masters in Public Health at Barry University. Jaclyn specializes in Dermatology and Aesthetics and currently practices in Miami, Florida.

 

Janice D. Browning,NP                                                                               

J.D. Browning has been with Dermatology Healthcare since September of 2009 after her official retirement from the V.A. Medical Center  as  Dermatology Provider and Consultant. She graduated from the University of Florida with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing with Honors in 1978. She earned her Master of Science in Nursing – Adult Health Advanced Practice in 1985 also from the University of Florida. She has over 30 years of experience as an RN and ARNP working in several fields of medicine and holds two national board certifications (in  Dermatology and in Adult Health) She has also given formal presentations for CEU’s in Dermatology. She enjoys international folk-dancing, contra-dancing, folk music, and amateur astronomy. Her birthplace and current residence is Gainesville, Florida.

Kerri Ann Dolan, FNP-BC

Kerri Ann Dolan, FNP-BC has been with Dermatology Healthcare since October 2010. Kerri graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Florida Gulf Coast University and earned her Master of Science in Nursing from the University of South Florida. She has experience as a patient care technician at Cleveland Clinic Florida, as an RN at St. Joseph’s Hospital in the ER and ICU departments, and a Nurse Practitioner at Ideal Image Laser Hair Removal. Her objective is to give quality care to all age groups.

 

Administration

Our administration includes:

Carol Norman - Chief Financial Officer
Carol Norman is the CFO of Dermatology Healthcare LLC, and Robert A. Norman, DO, PA Dermatology practices. In the '90s, Carol crossed over from her 17 years in banking to provide her administrative knowledge to Dr. Norman‘s medical practice. She has promoted and facilitated the successful growth of his practices. Her dedication to customer satisfaction and company success has been an objective that she has required of herself as well as other employees. Her belief in Dr. Norman to bring patients the best in dermatology healthcare in an environment of care, concern and know-how, along with her communication skills, commitment, problem solving and creativity, have lent to their success and their accomplishments. Carol and Dr. Norman have five children brought together in a blended family, whom they are very proud of and marvel at each of their very individual personalities.

 

Shannon Roberts - Facility Operations Director
Shannon Roberts has been with Dermatology Healthcare since September 2006. She was born in Queens, New York and has been living in Tampa, Florida since 2003. She enjoys riding motorcycles and playing baseball and football with her fiancé and two children.

 

Mission Statement

To provide the highest quality, most cost-effective  prevention and treatment of skin diseases for our nursing home, assisted living, home health care, hospice, and private patients.
 
     Dr. Robert A. Norman
     President