Dr. Cherise M. Levi is an industry leading, board-certified dermatologist who trained and practiced for several years in the heart of New York City before relocating to South Florida to open Ayana Dermatology & Aesthetics. Specializing in both medical and cosmetic dermatology, her philosophy is to create and nourish the health and radiance of her patients’ skin by emphasizing rejuvenation and natural aesthetics. She fosters the link between mind and body – incorporating the role that nutrition, stress optimization, and the homeostasis of all body systems play in attaining complete skin health. For each person in her care, she designs a customized treatment plan to achieve a harmonious balance between overall wellness and glowing, healthy skin.
Dr. Levi practices the full spectrum of dermatology — medical, surgical, and aesthetic — for patients of all ages, genders, and skin types. Every treatment plan begins with a thorough, individualized assessment, and is grounded in evidence-based science rather than one-size-fits-all protocols.
Comprehensive diagnosis and treatment of skin, hair, and nail conditions, including:
In-office surgical care for the diagnosis, removal, and treatment of skin lesions and skin cancers, performed with precision and an emphasis on optimal healing and cosmetic outcomes.
A curated, results-driven menu designed to rejuvenate and refine while preserving a natural look:
The Ayana value: Manhattan-caliber expertise in an intimate, boutique setting — where patients receive unhurried time, clear education, honest recommendations, and treatment plans tailored to the individual rather than the tren
Dr. Levi completed her dermatology training and early professional years working alongside industry leaders in Manhattan. She served as Chief Resident in the rigorous dermatology residency program at St. Barnabas Hospital, a Level II Trauma Center in the Bronx, New York.
During her years in private practice in Manhattan, she simultaneously held the prestigious staff position of faculty attending physician at Columbia University, New York-Presbyterian Hospital, where she taught and mentored young physicians.
Her clinical work is matched by a deep commitment to research and scholarship. Dr. Levi has published numerous articles in the field of dermatology and has lectured nationally on her extensive research. She conducted NIH-sponsored research at Case Western University on the treatment of children with atopic dermatitis, and served as Principal Investigator in an Institutional Review Board (IRB)–led study involving product development for skin pigmentation and the treatment of melasma. Her passion for biologically active cosmeceuticals began while working side by side with the leading chemist for a renowned skincare company, helping to develop and test formulations.
Dr. Levi’s dedication extends well beyond the clinic. She has cared for patients internationally – traveling to rural communities in India to educate local providers, help rebuild schools, and administer medical care – and has led global health panels, community outreach efforts, and charity galas for the Albert Einstein College of Medicine Emerging Leaders organization.
In 2020, Dr. Levi and her husband and founding partner, Adir Levi, opened Ayana Dermatology & Aesthetics to infuse their authentic Manhattan expertise into a state-of-the-art, family-run practice – a home where quality of care, accessibility, scientific principles, and industry standards all converge into one space.
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