Our Team

Fariba Gharai, MD

Double Board Certified General and Cardiovascular Surgeon

Board Certification is an extra step that many doctors choose to take to demonstrate that they know the latest advancements in their specialty. Board Certified doctors demonstrate their desire to practice at the top of their profession and deliver high-quality care to their patients. Fariba moved to the United States after high school. She then pursued a degree in Electrical Engineering at George Washington in DC. This prepared her for medical school while giving her time to learn English and focus on her goals. Going to medical school in Chicago and the following eight years of training in cardiovascular surgery, her dreams and passion became a reality. After becoming a board certified cardiovascular surgeon, Fariba has spent most of the next 15 years in Florida, spending some of that time in California. Fariba has always had a passion to help people feel better and improve their quality of life. Coming to the United States helped her to get closer to those dreams.In the last 15 years as a cardiovascular surgeon she has been able to diagnose and help her patients to have a better quality and more fulfilling life. Dr Gharai’s continues her passion by using her skills to personally help people Look Good and Feel Good. That’s why Dr Gharai personally does all types of injections, from Botox to Juvederm or any desired product. Dr Gharai continues her same passion and dream to Educate, Prevent and Treat all of her clients at Vein & Aesthetics Center of Tampa Bay

Tasha Ruiz, CCE, CME

Medical Aesthetician/ Licensed Electrologist

Tasha's journey began in Connecticut, but she spent her formative years in Puerto Rico before her family's move to Tampa, Florida. At the age of 13, Tasha's fascination with skincare took root as she began assisting friends and family with their own skincare routines. This early interest sparked the idea of turning her passion into a lifelong career, driven by her genuine desire to help others look and feel their best. Consequently, she pursued a path as a Medical Aesthetician. Her dedication and commitment to her craft shone through as she graduated at the top of her class at the Beauty and Health Institute in Tampa. Tasha's primary focus revolves around assisting her clients in achieving their unique skincare objectives while enveloping them in a tranquil and soothing environment. Her meticulous attention to detail and extensive knowledge of Medical Grade products, along with her expertise in various modalities, empower her to deliver personalized treatments and solutions for each individual. It's these qualities that undeniably distinguish her in her field.

Anna Aga, PMU

Anna lives in the Tampa Bay area. Originally, she graduated from the David Pressley School of Cosmetology specializing in highlighting and makeup. As she pursued her desires of helping clients feel beautiful, she continued her studies of permanent makeup, specializing in Microblading and Lip Blush. She completed her Microblading Certification in Orlando Fl. Together with her training, experience and her ability to communicate effectively and create rapport with people from any background and inspire by example are only a few of the qualities she has to offer at the Vein & Aesthetics Center of Tampa Bay.

George Leroe, MBA

Practice Administrator

George lives in the Tampa Bay area and is currently pursuing his Ph.D. He brings years of extensive medical experience to VAC. He will help to grow the vein business and manage the office. When not in the office you can catch him running, traveling, or playing with his 4 dogs.