Our Providers
Fast, easy, non-invasive cosmetic dermatology treatments are easier to receive today than ever before
Antonio Cruz, MD, FAAD, FACMS
Antonio Cruz, MD graduated from Boston College. He completed medical school at The Warren Alpert Medical School of Brown University and an Internal Medicine Internship at The Roger Williams Medical Center. He completed a Residency in Dermatology, a Fellowship in Mohs Micrographic Surgery, Dermatologic Surgery, and Cutaneous Oncology at the Warren Alpert Medical School of Brown University.
His practice focuses on Mohs micrographic surgery as well as dermatologic surgery and cosmetic dermatology. He previously supervised the Dermatologic Surgery and Cosmetic Dermatology clinics for the senior Dermatology residents of Alpert Medical School and was Clinical Assistant Professor of Dermatology.
Dr. Cruz is an Adjunct Faculty Member of the Alpert Medical School Department of Plastic Surgery and also Associate Program Director of the Micrographic Surgery and Dermatologic Oncology Fellowship of the Roger Williams Medical Center. He is a Fellow of the American Academy of Dermatology, Fellow of the American College of Mohs Surgery and Fellow in the American Society for Laser Medicine and Surgery.
Mark Trott, PA-C
Dermatology Physician Assistant
Mark Trott, PA-C Received his Bachelor’s degree from the University of Maine, Orono and Graduated from the Northeastern University Physician Assistant Program in Boston. He has earned a Masters Degree in Health Professions from Northeastern University and a Masters in Business Administration from Bryant University. Mark became one of the first Physician Assistants in the country to achieve Diplomate status with the Society of Dermatology Physician Assistants.
Mark enjoys all aspects of General Dermatology but has a special interest and expertise in cutaneous oncology. Mark is an Adjunct Clinical Instructor in the Department of Public Health and Community Medicine at Tufts University School of Medicine. He has taught an Introduction to Dermatology Course for the Northeastern University Nurse Practitioner Program for many years, and has enjoyed mentoring Medical Students, Residents, PA and NP students throughout his career. Mark oversees the Photodynamic Therapy Program at SKINPros.
Stephen Cullen, PA-C
General Dermatology
Steve Cullen, PA-C, MPAS received his BA in Business at the University of Massachusetts Amherst and worked for many years in finance. He then attended Franklin Pierce University for his Master’s Degree in Physician Assistant Science and was an EMT in the Boston area prior to graduate school.
His own skin cancer history prompted him to focus on the field of Dermatology. He has particular interest in diagnosing and treating skin cancers and other chronic conditions of the skin. He is a member in good standing of the American Academy of Physician Assistants and Society of Dermatology Physician Assistants.
Mr. Cullen performs skin cancer screenings in addition to treating common skin disorders alongside his team of Dermatology providers.
Catherine Luz, FNP-C, DCNP
General Dermatology
Catherine Luz, FNP-C, DCNP, is a board certified nurse practitioner and Rhode Island native. She received her Bachelor’s degree in Nursing from Northeastern University in Boston and her Master’s Degree in Nursing from Salve Regina University. Catherine is a Dermatology Certified Nurse Practitioner through the Dermatology Nurse Practitioner Certification Board (DNPCB). She has worked as a nurse practitioner in both Rhode Island and Connecticut since 2017 and has been practicing medical dermatology for the past 6 years. She is a member in good standing of the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners and the Dermatology Nursing Association. In her free time, she enjoys being outdoors, baking, reading, traveling and spending time with her family.
Catherine’s goal is to provide access to the highest quality, evidence-based dermatological care. She looks forward to sharing her experience and services to the community and will be seeing patients in the Swansea offices of SkinPros.
Jessica Runquist, PA-C
General Dermatology
Jessica Runquist, PA-C completed her undergraduate degree in molecular cell biology at the University of Connecticut, where she gained valuable research experience that carried over to her post-graduate work as a research technician at the Pittsburgh School of Medicine. She then went on to graduate from Johnson & Wales University in 2017 with her Master’s Degree in Physician Assistant Studies.
She enjoys educating her patients on skincare and sun protection. Jessica also performs skin cancer screenings and evaluates and treats many skin disorders and concerns. She holds a Diplomate Fellowship in the Society of Dermatology Physician Assistants and is a member in good standing of the American Academy of Dermatology and the New England Dermatological Society.
Jessica sees patients in Swansea, MA as well as the Providence and Cumberland offices.
Stephanie Dadario Lahaise , MPAS, PA-C
General Dermatology
With over 22 years of General Dermatology experience, Ms. Lahaise currently spends her time between Skin Pros and VA hospital in Boston. She received her degrees at Pace University. She has volunteered her time at Kent Hospital for annual Skin cancer screenings. She has also been a Dermatology preceptor for Physician Assistant programs for Massachusetts Health and Pharmacy and Bryant University. In addition, she was a consultant for NCCPA for the Dermatology National certification examination.
Luiz M Kolankiewicz MD
Aesthetic Medicine
Luiz M Kolankiewicz MD completed his Internal Medicine Residency and Chief Medical Resident at the Roger Williams Medical Center, Boston University. He completed a Nephrology Fellowship at Montefiore Medical Center, Albert Einstein College of Medicine in New York City. He is double board-certified in Internal Medicine and Nephrology. He currently serves as Chief of Nephrology at WRJ VAMC and is a Clinical Assistant Professor of Internal Medicine at the Geisel School of Medicine at Dartmouth. Dr. Kolankiewicz completed his Aesthetic Anti-Aging Fellowship at the American Academy of Anti-Aging Medicine and the New You Medical Training Institute.
He is particularly interested in anti-aging modalities such as PRP, microneedling, and dermal fillers including Sculptra treatments. He speaks Portuguese, Spanish, and Polish fluently. His primary location with SkinPros is in the Providence office.
Caila Plocharczyk, PA-C
General Dermatology
Caila Plocharczyk, PA-C, completed her undergraduate degree with a Bachelor of Science in Biology and a minor in Chemistry at Salve Regina University in Newport, RI. Throughout her college experience, she volunteered at local hospitals. She received her Master’s Degree in Physician Assistant Studies at Johnson & Wales University in Providence, RI. She is a member of good standing of the Society of Dermatology Physician Assistants.
Her interest in Dermatology started with her family history of skin cancer and has evolved since. Caila is interested in all aspects of general dermatology and aesthetics. She enjoys educating her patients on sun protection and the importance of skin cancer surveillance. Caila sees patients in the Newport, Providence, and Swansea locations.
Charbel Younes, FNP
Cosmetic Dermatology
Charbel Younes is a board-certified Family Nurse Practitioner specializing in medical, surgical, and cosmetic dermatology. He earned his Bachelor of Science in Biological Sciences from the University of Rhode Island, followed by a Master of Science in Oral Biology from New York University, where he gained a deep understanding of oral health and its connection to overall well-being. Charbel then pursued his nursing career at Regis College in Weston, MA, obtaining both a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) and a Master of Science in Nursing (MSN).
With a commitment to providing individualized, compassionate care, Charbel has built a solid foundation in the dermatology field, primary care, and medical spa practice. His medical expertise includes managing conditions such as acne, eczema, psoriasis, and skin cancer. On the cosmetic side, he specializes in treatments like dermal fillers, hair loss solutions, microneedling, laser therapies, and neurotoxins, with a particular focus on aesthetics and lip fillers.
Charbel is dedicated to improving patient outcomes by blending his clinical skills with a heartfelt approach to patient care. His extensive experience, combined with his passion for cultural awareness, therapeutic communication, and emergency responsiveness, allows him to provide comprehensive and competent care to every patient he serves.
Our Staff
All of our professionals at SKINPros maintain the highest level of accreditation to offer the highest quality care to each and every patient.
Reception
Our receptionist is the first person you will encounter. She along with a medical assistant may schedule your appointments, register your materials and mail you a questionnaire and brochure.
Nursing staff
Our nursing staff assists directly in your care. This caring staff has decades of combined experience in Mohs surgery. They assist in consultations, evaluation, patient education and as surgical assistants. They are available to answer any questions you may have about the procedure and post-operative care.
Mohs Technician
Our unit employs a Moh technician that is American Socierty for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) certified. The tissue is processed in our state-of-the-art lab, which is inspected annually by state and federal organizations such as Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA).
Residents and Medical Students
Medical students have a mostly observational role in the unit. Our residents and fellows are specifically involved with the evaluations and assisting in surgery. This is part of our mission as a teaching program. However, the attending physician is actively involved in all key aspects of your care.
Our Mohs Surgeon is a Board Certified Dermatologist and Fellowship Trained Skin Cancer and Reconstructive Surgeon.
