Healing With Purpose
Dr. Michael Riesberg, founder of The Riesberg Institute, is a respected Pensacola physician whose career reflects a deep commitment to patient care, medical excellence, leadership, and service.
CityBox Magazine celebrated Dr. Michael V. Riesberg, Founder of The Riesberg Institute, with an intimate Cover Star Unveiling at The District Lounge in Pensacola—bringing together healthcare professionals, business leaders, and community voices for an evening centered on leadership, service, and meaningful connection.
The evening also featured the CityBox Practitioners Collective, highlighting leaders advancing healthcare and wellness across the Gulf Coast. Participating practitioners included Shawn Salamida, President of Lakeview Center; Dr. David Josephs, Clinical Director; Dr. Terry Ptacek, Addictionologist; Sweneda McDonald, Director of Medication-Assisted Treatment; Dr. Marcos Ortega, board-certified plastic surgeon; Mary Alexander, Founder of Hello Beauty; Hailey Vavao; Faith Morgan; and Alexis Bolin.
Tabitha Christopher, Founder and CEO of Legacy Impact Co., delivered a moving presentation honoring Dr. Marcos Ortega and his leadership journey, while Alicia Tappan and Survivor-Led Solutions were recognized through the CityBox Charity Spotlight.
More than a cover unveiling, the gathering reflected the CityBox mission to discover, document, and connect leaders whose work is shaping their industries and communities—creating a space where professional achievement, human impact, and leadership legacy could be recognized together.
Beyond medicine, his longstanding involvement in the Pensacola community and support of philanthropic and civic initiatives reflect a broader dedication to improving lives making him a distinguished choice as a CityBox Magazine Cover Star.