The Sperling Dermatology Team New Jersey

Managing Partner, Ari Katz,
and Dr. Shari Sperling,
Medical Director
Founders of Sperling Dermatology
Click here to learn more about Dr. Sperling
Click here to read an interview with Ari Katz, Managing Partner

Christinna Del Genio

Physician Assistant

Christinna is a board certified Physician Assistant who specializes in Cosmetic Dermatology. She completed her Bachelor of Arts degree in Biological Sciences from Rutgers University and then earned her Masters of Science degree with the Physician Assistant program at the University of Medicine and Dentistry of NJ in 2011. Christinna has had years of clinical experience in Urgent care, OB-GYN, and Plastic Surgery. Her true passion for cosmetic dermatology is evident through her work and relationships with patients. On a typical day you can find Christinna performing a wide variety of non invasive cosmetic treatments such as injectables, vampire facials, laser, radiofrequency treatments and much more.

Emily Strelec

Physician Assistant

Emily Strelec is a nationally certified Physician Assistant licensed in New Jersey. She received her Bachelor of Science in Biology from the University of South Carolina and went on to earn her Master of Science in Physician Assistant Studies from Seton Hall University. Upon completing her Master’s degree, Emily completed a cosmetic medicine and medical dermatology PA fellowship and has been practicing medical and cosmetic dermatology for several years since. In her free time, Emily enjoys hiking, baking, and spending time with her husband and rescue dog.

Maira Russo

Physician Assistant

Maira Russo has been a board-certified Physician Assistant since 2011. Prior to becoming a PA, she was an active-duty Nurse in the United States Army for over 12 years. She received her Masters of Science in Physician Assistant Studies from Seton Hall University. Maira went on to obtain a position in Otolaryngology / Head and Neck Reconstructive Surgery and Facial Plastics which has been instrumental in her current injectable practice. She is an active member of the American Academy of Physician Assistants, the Society of Physician Assistants in Otorhinolaryngology/Head & Neck Surgery and is a member of the Advisory Committee at Monmouth University's Physician Assistant Program. Maira builds trust by listening to the individual needs of each patient so they can look and feel their best!