Our Team

Laviniu Anghel, MD

Dr. Laviniu Anghel provides women and men with treatment and care. He’s a board-certified surgeon in the United States and a board-certified surgeon in the European Union. Dr. Anghel's dedication to making sure that he provides the highest quality care for his patients and that is reflected in his many board certifications and professional affiliations. In addition to being board-certified, he’s also a Fellow at the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists and a member of the American Congress of Obstetricians and Gynecologists. Dr. Anghel’s knowledge and expertise in minimally invasive surgery have also earned him a place in the American Association of Gynecologic Laparoscopists. Dr. Anghel is a member of the robotic surgery committee at Broward Health Hospital and a proctor in robotic surgery at Memorial Healthcare System. Dr. Anghel has also taken extensive training in cosmetic, laser treatment, and other beauty services so that he can better serve his patients. His dream was to open a cosmetic medical spa to help his patients look and feel their best. Dr. Anghel and his team are looking forward to serving the Weston Community as the premier medspa and cosmetic surgery clinic.

Maria Fernandez, MD

Dr. Maria Elena Fernandez-Mestres was born and raised in Puerto Rico. She obtained her Bachelor's Degree in General Sciences at the University of Puerto Rico in 2001. She completed her medical degree at the University of Puerto Rico School of Medicine. (ACGME accredited program). Shortly after, Maria Elena married her college sweetheart and started a residency in Obstetrics and Gynecology at the same institution. During her senior year, she was chosen as Chief resident in her residency program. Dr. Maria Elena Fernandez is board certified replace with Board Certified in Obstetrics and Gynecology from the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology. (ABOG). Dr. Fernandez took an interest in beauty and cosmetics during her clinical work and decided to pursue further training in the cosmetic surgery field. She decided to join Weston Med Spa and Cosmetic Surgery to help patients achieve their personal aesthetic goals alongside other providers who value high-quality care. She believes everyone deserves to look and feel their absolute best and is excited to serve the Weston community.

Dr. Fernandez strongly believes in a compassionate approach as the key to establishing meaningful relationships with her patients, loved ones, and people in general. Maria Elena loves animals (especially dogs), traveling, and deeply enjoys spending time with her husband, Joshua, and daughters Catalina Isabelle and Eva Lucia, as well as with her dogs Nena and Lola.

Catalina Granada, MD

Dr. Catalina Granada is a dedicated professional and is sensitive to her patients’ needs. Dr. Granada earned her medical degree from the Universidad CES Escuela de Medicina, followed by a residency in obstetrics and gynecology at the Baylor College of Medicine. She completed a fellowship training in pediatric and adolescent gynecology at Kosair Children’s Hospital. Dr. Granada is certified by the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology. She is also highly trained and certified in cosmetic surgery and other non-invasive cosmetic treatment options. Dr. Granada loves being able to work with her patients to help them achieve their personal beauty goals. During your visit, she will listen to your needs and make recommendations based on your desired outcome. She is excited to join the Weston Med Spa & Cosmetic Surgery team to service the Weston community.

Jonathan R. Weiser, MD

Dr. Jonathan R. Weiser is fully trained in all aspects of modern plastic and reconstructive surgery including Cosmetic surgery of the face and body, breast surgery including reconstruction, augmentation, and reduction, suction-assisted lipectomy, body countering and all laser procedures. Additionally, his reconstructive experience includes microsurgical techniques of the hand, repairing trauma, cancer, congenital problems such as cleft lips and birthmarks, and all other aspects of reconstructive surgery.

A Florida native, Dr. Jonathan R. Weiser graduated with honors from the University of Florida with a Bachelor of Science Degree. He also attended the University of Florida College of Law and University of Florida Post Baccalaureate Program before embarking upon his Doctor of Medicine Degree at the University of Miami School of Medicine. The doctor completed full training in General Surgery at Lincoln Medical Center, culminating in his term as Chief Resident. As a General Surgeon, Dr. Weiser completed a fellowship at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center in New York.

Subsequently, Dr. Weiser completed his training in Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery at Brown University in Providence, Rhode Island. Holding Licenses in both the states of Florida and New York, Dr. Weiser is board certified in plastic surgery by the American Board of Medical Specialties. He is a member of the following professional organizations:

*American Society of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeons

*Broward County Society of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeons

*Diplomate National Board of Medical Examiners

*American Medical Association

*Lipoplasty Society of North America

*Recipient of the National Leadership Award

Felicia Lynn Bahadue, MD

Dr. Felicia Lynn Bahadue is a board-certified obstetrician-gynecologist who joins First Class OBGYN as a South Florida native. Dr. Bahadue earned her medical degree from the University of Vermont Larner College of Medicine. She completed a pediatric internship at University Hospitals Case Medical Center and then went on to complete a residency in obstetrics and gynecology at University Hospitals Case Medical Center where she served as Chief Resident during her final year.

Dr. Bahadue comes to us from University of Miami and Jackson Memorial Hospital where she served as medical director for Women's HIV Gynecologic services. She received the Outstanding Junior Faculty Award during her first year as an attending and continued to find joy in teaching. After her initial years as an attending there, she joined First class OBGYN with experience in treating patients with complex obstetric and gynecologic issues. Her specific interests encompass a large range across her field and include managing cervical dysplasia, adolescent gynecology, lactation medicine, medical and surgical management of fibroids and abnormal uterine bleeding, and high-risk obstetrics.

She is compassionate about helping her patients understand and navigate their conditions while providing evidence based treatment plans. Dr. Bahadue believes that all women deserve high quality patient-centered care. When she is not working, she enjoys spending time with her husband and two daughters.

David Guerra, MD

Dr. David S. Guerra was raised in southwestern Louisiana. After graduating high school, he enlisted in the United States Air Force and was trained as a surgical technologist and first assistant. After leaving the Air Force Dr. Guerra worked at a trauma center as a certified surgical technologist and first assistant while completing a Bachelor of Sciences in Biology from the University of Louisiana at Lafayette. He then earned a Medical Doctorate from Louisiana State University School of Medicine in New Orleans. Dr. Guerra completed his OB/GYN internship and residency at the University of South Alabama in Mobile, AL. After residency, he was in private practice in Sebring, FL. for 12 years prior to joining First Class OBGYN.

​​​​​​​Dr. Guerra is board certified in Obstetrics and Gynecology and has focused practice designation from the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology in Minimally Invasive Gynecological Surgery. He is a Fellow of the American College of Obstetrics and Gynecology and a member of the American Association of Gynecological Laparoscopists. In his private practice, Dr. Guerra has gained years of experience in robotic surgery, laparoscopic surgery, minimally invasive office procedures, treating prolapse and incontinence, and treating infertility. Dr. Guerra is the medical director of an COLA and AHCA accredited high complex infertility laboratory. He is also a buprenorphine provider and has years of experience treating opioid dependence.

OTTONIEL JIMENEZ

Nurse Practitioner and Licensed First Surgical Assistant

Otto Jimenez has developed and built upon his extensive experience in general, plastic & cosmetic surgery in Colombia and the United States. His latest experience as a Nurse Practitioner and Licensed First Surgical Assistant for the past twelve years qualifies him for assisting plastic surgeons on several procedures. His knowledge in Medicine and the surgical field combined with Public Health Administration provides him with a solid clinical leadership role in the health community. Otto Jimenez brings his expertise of so many years of work in the field assisting in the performance of the cosmetic and plastic procedures. Having extensive experience in general, plastic and cosmetic surgery, Mr. Jimenez applies his skills assisting on all the procedures in a manner that delivers the safest and most comfortable experience.

Jennifer Gargia, NP

Nurse Practitioner

Jennifer is a nurse practitioner, who completed her master’s degree in nursing at Frontier Nursing University. She is dedicated to assuring a positive patient experience, as well as working with her team to improve quality, safety, and service. Jennifer loves helping her patients achieve their personal aesthetic goals. She believes that two-way communication is the key to good health. She does her very best to communicate to the patients the information they need to make the right choices. Having received extensive training in laser therapy and cosmetics, she is able to help her patients find the best treatment option to achieve their best look.

Claire Smart, NP

Nurse Practitioner

Claire Smart was born in Trinidad & Tobago and educated in the United States. She has practiced Nursing since 1993 and full scope Midwifery since 1999. Smart earned her doctoral degree from UMDNJ School of Nursing in nursing practice. She is a clinical adjunct professor in the master's programs at Rutgers University. She is a registered nurse's first assistant for surgery, certified in electronic fetal monitoring, advanced cardiovascular life support, neonatal resuscitation, and advanced life savings in obstetrics. Claire is sensitive to the uniqueness of each patient's situation and adapts her consultations and treatment options appropriately to accommodate individual needs and concerns. She enjoys her life work, serving women throughout their lifespan, and has a passion for Menopause care.

Claire took an interest in cosmetics and received extensive training in cosmetics treatments to help her patients find the best treatment option to achieve their best appearance.

Lorena Canelon, MSN, APRN, A-GNP-C

Nurse Practitioner

Lorena is a board-certified Nurse Practitioner. She initiated her professional career in Venezuela where she became a physician and completed one year of post-graduate residency in general surgery. Since moving to USA, she has been a faculty in Miami Dade College and later in Florida International University where she taught Anatomy and Physiology. In the meantime, she completed her bachelor’s and master’s degree with highest honors in Science in Nursing from Florida International University in the specialty of Adult-Gerontology Primary Care. She has received extensive training in dermatology and aesthetics from renowned dermatologists, and she continuously attends advanced training to stay up to date with the latest evidence-based treatment options and technologies to deliver optimal results to her patients.

She has always been passionate about making the skin look it's best and helping people age harmoniously, enhancing each person’s natural beauty. She believes that skin aging is influenced by multiple causes; hence, she incorporates a holistic and multimodal approach in the treatment of every patient targeting different factors to achieve natural but transformative results.

Jeanette Hernandez, FNP-C, MW, RDMS

Nurse Practitioner

Jeanette Hernandez is a Medical Doctor from Venezuela, who took an interest in cosmetics and took extensive training in aesthetics as sclerotherapy and bioidentical hormones. She decided to join Weston Med Spa & Cosmetic Surgery to help her patients achieve their personal goals. She loves to work with her patients to find the right treatment option to look and feel their best. Jeanette carefully listens to her patients' concerns to make a careful assessment and provide recommendations that are tailored to their needs.

She is a provider with more than 20 years of experience in the OB/GYN field. Family Nurse Practitioner, BioTe provider, Licensed Midwife, and Registered Medical Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (BREAST & OB/GYN). Physician and Obstetrician and Gynecologist (1998) in Venezuela with Diploma in Knowing and Improving the Care of Children and Juvenile Gynecology in Latin America (2021).

She has achieved vast expertise in all women lifetime which includes prenatal and gynecological care; pregnancy management; family planning; Menopause and Hormone Replacement therapy including experience in Bioidentical hormones and pellets. Leveraging her warm and empathic nature complemented by her superb interpersonal skills to put patients at ease, resolve any worries or concerns, and answer questions to ensure full patient understanding and comfort.

Anabel Sanabria Smitter, RN

Registered Nurse and Skincare Specialist

Anabel is a Medical Doctor from Venezuela and also Dermatologist from Brazil (Universidade de Sao Paulo USP), Das Clinicas Hospital Residence 2009-2012. Back in Venezuela, she worked in her private clinic and at the public Hospital as a professor for the Dermatology Department. She also worked for the international Red Croise and in Nawaraos Foundation, helping Amazonians Indians. Here in the U.S.A, she has found her passion working in aesthetics and laser cosmetics to help her patients look and feel their best. Skin health is her passion. Her goal is to work with her patients to help her patients by providing them with healthier and more beautiful skin.

Lisette Porras

Nutrition Management Advisor, Body Treatments and Laser Technician

Lisette is a Health Specialist with a background as a Gastroenterologist coming from "Hospital Universitario de Caracas" Venezuela. Passionated for serving others especially those with overweight and obesity. Her services comprise a combination of individualized diet plans with specific corporal treatments for the most holistic approach for our high level patients. Always supportive and committed to achieving her patients' goals because her priority is their satisfaction.