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Apex Skin Recognized with Multiple Industry Awards

Apex Skin has been recognized across multiple platforms with a series of prestigious awards, reflecting the practice’s continued commitment to exceptional patient care and community impact. These honors highlight the expertise of the Apex Skin team and their leadership within Ohio dermatology and the broader aesthetics field.

Aesthetic Everything Awards

Apex Skin Aesthetics has been recognized with top honors by one of the world’s largest networks of aesthetic professionals. 2025’s Aesthetic Everything Awards honored Apex Skin with two prestigious titles: Top Dermatology Practice and Best Aesthetics Practice for Natural Beauty.

With expert providers specializing in body contouring, skin resurfacing, anti-aging treatments, and more, Apex Skin proudly delivers advanced dermatology services to patients across Northeast Ohio.

Crain’s Cleveland Minority-Owned Business Rankings

Apex Skin proudly earned a top position on Crain’s Cleveland list of minority owned businesses. This recognition holds deep significance for founder, President and CEO Dr. Jorge Garcia-Zuazaga, reflecting both his Latino heritage and commitment to fostering local business growth.

The ranking is determined by minority ownership and the number of full-time local employees. As of early 2025, Apex Skin employed more than 320 team members across 15 locations.

Smart Women Award

Congratulations to Johanna Maas, Director of Business Development and Community Impact, on being named a 2025 Smart Women Award Honoree in the Progressive Woman category.

This recognition highlights her exceptional leadership and meaningful contributions to both Apex Skin and the broader healthcare community. Known for her strategic mindset and commitment to excellence, Johanna is instrumental at Apex Skin, making a lasting impact on patients, staff, and the community alike.

Cleveland Magazine’s Cleveland 500

Congratulations to Dr. Jorge Garcia-Zuazaga on being named to the Cleveland 500, an exclusive list honoring the most powerful and influential leaders in Northeast Ohio. Selected for his outstanding professional and business achievements, Dr. Garcia is featured among top figures across business, government, and the community. This recognition celebrates not only his impact within the field of dermatology but also his broader influence throughout the region.

Cleveland Magazine’s Annual Best Doctors List

Several Apex Skin physicians were recognized on Cleveland Magazine’s 2025 Best Doctors List—a trusted, peer-selected publication highlighting top physicians.

Congratulations to Dr. Nely Aldrich, Dr. Jorge Garcia-Zuazaga, Dr. Brian Moore, and Dr. Alexa Stecker on this well-deserved honor. Earning a place on this list is a testament to their clinical expertise, compassionate care, and strong reputation among fellow medical professionals in Northeast Ohio.

Northeast Ohio Parent Choice Awards

Apex Skin was recognized by Northeast Ohio Parent as first place in the Best Dermatology Practice category.

Serving families across the region remains at the heart of what Apex Skin does. With more than 500,000 patients cared for and over 100,000 skin cancer treatments performed, this recognition is both meaningful and deeply appreciated.

Medline Review’s Top 10 Dermatology Solution Providers

Apex Skin secured a place among Medline Review’s Top 10 Dermatology Solution Providers, a distinction highlighting leadership in patient care, innovation, and clinical excellence. This recognition is based on industry benchmarks and performance insights drawn from leading dermatology practices nationwide.

The Plain Dealer 2025 Top Workplaces

For the third consecutive year, Apex Skin was recognized as a “Top Workplace” by The Plain Dealer and cleveland.com.

This honor is based on employee feedback gathered through the Energage Workplace Survey, a research-backed tool supported by data from millions of employees across thousands of organizations.

Smart Business’ Awards

Chief Operating Officer Marty Felder was recognized with multiple honors from Smart Business:

These recognitions highlight leadership, organizational growth, and Apex Skin’s continued expansion as a leading dermatology practice in the region.

Beachwood Chamber of Commerce Recognition

Apex Skin was named 2025 Small Business of the Year by the Beachwood Chamber of Commerce. This distinction celebrates outstanding contributions to the local community, sustained growth, and a continued commitment to expanding patient access and delivering high-quality dermatology services.

Educator of the Year Recognition

Margaret (Maggie) McKernan, DMSc, PA-C, was named the 2025 Jerry A. Greco Memorial PA Educator of the Year by the Ohio Association of Physician Assistants (OAPA).

This distinguished honor recognizes exceptional dedication to physician assistant education, mentorship, and professional advancement. Her nominators praised her as both a remarkable educator and a compassionate mentor.

Pillar Award for Community Service

Apex Skin is proud to announce that Johanna Maas was also a 2025 honoree of The Pillar Award for Community Service. It was developed by Smart Business to honor businesses and individuals dedicated to making Northeast Ohio a better place to live. Johanna and Apex Skin continue to demonstrate a deep commitment to community service through impactful partnerships and initiatives.

Leading with Purpose

These recognitions reflect Apex Skin’s continued growth and its commitment to delivering exceptional care while fostering a culture of excellence, collaboration, and community impact.

To learn more about the team behind Apex Skin or explore opportunities to join a growing organization, visit the pages below.

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