Lassen Medical Dermatologists

Melissa has extensive experience working in dermatology, both as a PA-C and as a medical assistant. Prior to becoming a PA-C, Melissa also worked as a medical assistant in family medicine and internal medicine, and as a medic in the United States Air Force.

More About Melissa:

- Dermatology

Joined Lassen Medical Clinic:

- 2015

Certifications:

- The National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants, 2013
- Diplomate – Society of Dermatology Physician Assistants 2015

Education:

- Masters in Physician Assistant Sciences, A.T. Still University of Health Sciences, 2015
- Physician Assistant Certificate – Primary Care Associate Program, Stanford University School of Medicine, 2013
- Associates in Science, Foothill College, 2013
- Associates in Arts, Shasta College, 1995

Julie is an expert in the use of the Cutera Laser and Cosmetic procedures. In 2005, she was chosen as a trainer by Cutera Laser Company to teach doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners and registered nurses the proper technique of the Cutera laser systems. She has traveled extensively throughout California and into Canada conducting training sessions.

More About Julie:

- Joined Lassen Medical Clinic in 2011

Certifications:

- California Nurse Practitioner License
- National Certification for Women’s Health Nurse Practitioner, 1993
- Certified Childbirth Educator, 1996
- ACLS, CPR
- ASCCP Certificate of Basic Proficiency in Colposcopy, 2001
- Certificates of Training Medical Aesthetic; Chemical peeling, & Microdermabrasion
- Botox, Restylane, laser hair removal, veins, skin rejuvenation, Endermologie, 2004
- Certificates of Training Cutera Laser Clinical Training
- Cutera Clinical Trainer, Mesotherapy Theory and Training, 2005
- IV Certified, 1983

Education:

- Certificate Program Women’s Health, Nurse Practitioner Education Program at Planned Parenthood, 1993
- Registered Nurse Diploma, Los Angeles County University of Southern California Medical Center School of Nursing, 1982

Organizations:

- Northern California Acute Care Practitioners Association 

School and Graduation/Year:

- University of Utah College of Medicine, 1978
- Internship, Presidio of San Francisco, California, 1979
- Residency, Walter Reed Army Medical Center, Washington, DC, 1982

Certification and Membership:

- American Board of Dermatology, 1982
- Medical Board of California
- Fellow, American Academy of Dermatology

Philosophy of Care:
My interest in skin care began during my first year in medical school. I was invited by dermatology staff to participate in a study on topical antibiotics for acne. This helped me understand the necessity of keeping up to date on the latest therapies but also exploring alternative possibility in the treatment of skin, hair, and nails. I listen to patients, often finding another way to apply the principles I learned in my residency and subsequent office practice.

Personal Interests:
I love being with family and friends, and to explore new places.