The surgeons and staff at Bay Surgical Specialists help patients from across the Tampa Bay area reach better health through surgical procedures including traditional and minimally invasive treatments for a variety of conditions. The surgeons are each fellowship trained in their specialty and are dedicated to providing the best treatment available. The practice has two offices, conveniently located in St. Petersburg and Carillon.
Some of the treatments and surgeries available at Bay Surgical Specialists include:
Dr. Collins received his medical degree from the University of South Florida and served his internship and residency in general surgery at the Walter Reed Army Medical Center. Dr. Collins is a diplomate of the American Board of Surgery, a fellow of the American College of Surgeons, a member of the Pinellas County Medical Association, the Florida Medical Association, and the Society for Vascular Surgery.
Dr. Huguet earned his medical degree at the University of South Florida College of Medicine and was a member of the Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Medical Society. He served his internship and residency in general surgery at the Mayo Clinic. Dr. Huguet also completed a post-graduate fellowship in minimally invasive surgery at the Mayo Clinic where he took advanced training in laparoscopic surgery techniques including bariatric surgery. He is a fellow of the American College of Surgeons and a member of the American Society for Surgical Congress, Florida Medical Association and Pinellas County Medical Association.
Dr. Almond earned his medical degree from the University of Florida College of Medicine and served his residency at the University of Michigan. Dr. Almond also completed a fellowship in Vascular and Endovascular Surgery at the University of Florida in Gainesville. He is board certified in both General and Vascular surgery. Dr. Almond is a member of the Peripheral Vascular Surgery Society, the Society of Vascular Surgery, the American College of Surgeons, the Florida Medical Association and the Pinellas County Medical Association.
New patients are welcome. Bay Surgical Specialists accepts most major forms of insurance and offer financing through CareCredit for bariatric procedures.
The surgeons and staff at Bay Surgical Specialists help patients from across the Tampa Bay area reach better health through surgical procedures including traditional and minimally invasive treatments for a variety of conditions. The surgeons are each fellowship trained in their specialty and are dedicated to providing the best treatment available. The practice has two offices, conveniently located in St. Petersburg and Carillon.
Some of the treatments and surgeries available at Bay Surgical Specialists include:
Dr. Collins received his medical degree from the University of South Florida and served his internship and residency in general surgery at the Walter Reed Army Medical Center. Dr. Collins is a diplomate of the American Board of Surgery, a fellow of the American College of Surgeons, a member of the Pinellas County Medical Association, the Florida Medical Association, and the Society for Vascular Surgery.
Dr. Huguet earned his medical degree at the University of South Florida College of Medicine and was a member of the Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Medical Society. He served his internship and residency in general surgery at the Mayo Clinic. Dr. Huguet also completed a post-graduate fellowship in minimally invasive surgery at the Mayo Clinic where he took advanced training in laparoscopic surgery techniques including bariatric surgery. He is a fellow of the American College of Surgeons and a member of the American Society for Surgical Congress, Florida Medical Association and Pinellas County Medical Association.
Dr. Almond earned his medical degree from the University of Florida College of Medicine and served his residency at the University of Michigan. Dr. Almond also completed a fellowship in Vascular and Endovascular Surgery at the University of Florida in Gainesville. He is board certified in both General and Vascular surgery. Dr. Almond is a member of the Peripheral Vascular Surgery Society, the Society of Vascular Surgery, the American College of Surgeons, the Florida Medical Association and the Pinellas County Medical Association.
New patients are welcome. Bay Surgical Specialists accepts most major forms of insurance and offer financing through CareCredit for bariatric procedures.
Dr. Collins
• Surgical Oncology
• Major Abdominal Surgery
• Carotid Endarterectomy and Stenting
• Dialysis Access
• Endocrine and Breast Surgery
• Endovascular and Open Repair of Aneurysms
• Endovascular and Surgical Treatment of Arterial Occlusions
• Varicose Vein Treatments
Dr. Almond
• Lower Extremity Amputation
• Angioplasty and Endovascular Stents
• Minimally Invasive Endovascular Treatment of Peripheral Arterial Disease
• Complex Aortic Disease and Treatments
• Diabetic Venous and Arterial Leg & Foot Ulcers
• Thoracic and Abdominal Aortic Aneurysms
• Venous Insufficiency and Varicose Vein Treatments
• Peripheral Arterial Bypass
Dr. Huguet
• Surgical Oncology
• Bariatric Surgery
• Hernia Repair Surgery
• Breast Cancer Surgery
• Laparoscopic Colon Surgery
• Laparoscopic Rectal Surgery
• Pancreatic Surgery
• Laparoscopic Adrenal Surgery
Dr. St. Julien
• Advanced Laparoscopic and robotic surgery
• Gastric Cancer
• Gastroesophageal reflux disease
• Esophageal motility disorders
• Pancreatic cancer and disorders
• Colon and rectal cancer and disorders
• Endocrine disease (thyroid, parathyroid, adrenal)
• Melanoma
• Weight loss surgery
• Hernia repair
Our Staff
Stephanie is a native of St. Petersburg, Florida. She completed her undergraduate degree from the University of Florida with a Bachelor’s of Science in Psychology in 2011. Stephanie continued her education through Barry University's Physician Assistant Program in St. Petersburg. She graduated as the Salutatorian, receiving her Master's degree in Clinical Medical Science along with the Program Director's Award in 2015.
Stephanie started her Physician Assistant career in Pediatric Critical Care at St. Joseph’s Children’s Hospital and Shriner’s Hospital for Children in Tampa, Florida. She recently took part in a medical mission trip in August of 2017 where she provided medical care, patient education, and procedures to hundreds of people without access to basic medical care in the Dominican Republic.
She is a member of the American Academy of Physician Assistants and the Florida Academy of Physicians Assistants. Stephanie joined the Bay Surgical Specialists team in September 2017.
Tracy was born and raised in Tampa, Florida. She received her Bachelor of Science degree from the University of South Florida Honors College in 2011, graduating summa cum laude with a major in Biomedical Sciences and a minor in Public Health. After finishing her undergraduate studies, she continued her education at Nova Southeastern University in Fort Myers, Florida, earning her Master of Medical Sciences degree in Physician Assistant Studies in 2013.
Tracy joined the Bay Surgical Specialists team in October, 2016 after working in the field of medical aesthetics for three years. She now works with Dr Almond, specializing in Vascular Surgery. Tracy is a member of the American Academy of Physician Assistants and the Florida Academy of Physician Assistants.
He was born and raised in Saint Petersburg, Florida. In the summer of 2011, he received a bachelors in Finance and Management from University of South Florida. While completing his undergraduate degree, he started at a general practitioner’s office as a scribe. This is where he found his love for medicine.
In December of 2016, He received a masters degree in Medical Clinical Sciences and Physician Assistant Studies from Barry University, St. Croix campus. During his time in St. Croix, he volunteered to help with many community events helping the homeless and less fortunate with medical care. In March of 2017, he started as a surgical first assist with Intralign Intra-Operative Support prior to the company dissolving in June of 2017.
In July of 2017, Chris joined Bay Surgical Specialists where he works with Dr. Collins. He is a member of Florida Academy of Physician Assistants and American Academy of Physician Assistants.
Jenna was born and raised in Tampa, FL. She completed her Bachelor of Science degree at Florida State University in 2006, graduating Cum Laude with a major in Psychology and minor in Chemistry.
She then went on to complete her Master of Medical Science degree at Nova Southeastern University in Fort Myers, Florida in 2011.
Jenna began her Physician Assistant career at Moffitt Cancer Center in the Department of Bone Marrow Transplant. Her work there focused on the treatment of Patients with blood diseases, the majority being Leukemia and Lymphoma. She joined the Bay Surgical Specialists team in 2011 where she now works with Dr. Huguet in General Surgery. She is a member of FAPA and AAP
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