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our board-certified providers

Our distinguished providers are all board-certified and have years of experience working in the dermatology field. Each of our experts practice with compassion and provide exceptional care for each of their patients.

  • Vincent R. Fowler, M.D., FAAD Diplomate, American Board of Dermatology +

    Vincent R. Fowler, M.D., recognizes that the practice of dermatology is not only a science, it is an art form. “We are all concerned about how our bodies’ largest organ looks and feels, and that it stays healthy. I enjoy trying to find the best treatment with the best outcome. Medicine, lasers, surgery – they make skin care a combination of art and science. With this in mind, Dr. Fowler uses his extensive knowledge and skill to give patients the best care possible.

  • Shiva Kheradmand, D.O., FAAD Diplomate, American Board of Dermatology +

    Dr. Kheradmand is a board-certified dermatologist who specializes in general, surgical, and cosmetic dermatology. Her interests include the diagnosis and treatment of skin cancer, acne, and complex skin conditions in patients of all ages. She has also been trained in cosmetic procedures, including skin rejuvenation with different brands of neuromodulator and filler products.

  • Bradley P. Mudge, M.D. Diplomate, American Board of Plastic Surgery +

    “I have the enjoyment of coming to work each day knowing patients have placed their trust and confidence in me to assist in their overall well being. My patients and I connect on a level where they can truly be honest with me, and the relationship we form allows me to properly diagnose and treat each patient individually. I encourage patients to ask questions, raise concerns or clarify conditions and treatment plans, which ensures that each patient receives the best option for their care.”

  • Thomas Munyon, M.D.
    Thomas Munyon, M.D., FAAD Diplomate, American Board of Dermatology +

    Dr Munyon is a board certified dermatologist with over 40 years of experience in medical, surgical and cosmetic dermatology. Most of his career was in private practice in the San Francisco Bay Area. He had offices in Burlingame, Redwood City, San Mateo and Redwood Shores, where he treated several generations of many families for decades. He believes that all his patients should be treated as though they were his own family. He is board certified for life and is a fellow of the American Academy of Dermatology.

  • Babak Roshdieh, M.D., FAAD Diplomate, American Board of Dermatology +

    Dr. Roshdieh is a 16-year veteran in the dermatology field and has provided exceptional care throughout Southern California throughout that period. He graduated from the Stanford School of Medicine and is an American Board of Dermatology Diplomate. Dr. Roshdieh is passionate about building relationships with his clients and does so using a customized treatment approach for each individual.

  • Nagi K. Saied, M.D.
    Nagi K. Saied, M.D., FAAD Diplomate, American Board of Dermatology +

    “My budding interest in dermatology started as I would look at the 6000-year-old mummies at the Cairo museum in Cairo. I was impressed that cultures throughout antiquity valued the skin not only as a superfluous cover but as an organ of significant political, ethnic, and even spiritual significance. Cultural taboos and stigmas were ubiquitous in viewing skin blemishes even the everyday semantics was quick to bless or curse depending on the skin pigment. The medieval undertones of leprosy and any banal skin color changes were indistinguishable”

  • Eric Sako, M.D., FAAD Diplomate, American Board of Dermatology, Fellowship Trained Mohs Surgeon +

    Dr. Eric Sako is an Ivy League educated, fellowship-trained Mohs surgeon and board-certified dermatologist. He is an expert in skin cancer surgery and complex facial reconstruction, cosmetic injectables such as Botox® and Juvederm®, and general medical dermatology including moles, acne, and eczema.

  • Clemens Esche, MD Diplomate, American Board of Dermatology +

    Dr. Clemens Esche is a Johns Hopkins-trained, board-certified dermatologist, and former assistant research professor at Johns Hopkins. He has won over 10 research awards and has published over 70 scientific articles. Dr. Esche treats adult and pediatric patients and offers medical, cosmetic, surgical, and integrative services.

  • Mona Deerwester MD, MSc, FCAP, FASCP Head of Dermatopathology +

    Dr. Mona Deerwester serves as the head of dermatopathology at Pacific Dermatology Institute, where she specializes in caring for skin diseases in adults and children. As a double board-certified dermatopathologist and anatomic pathologist, she excels in diagnosing skin conditions by examining biopsy samples under the microscope.

Advanced Practice Providers

  • Caitlin Dammin, PA-C Board Certified Physician Assistant, Diplomate Fellow, SDPA +

    Caitlin Dammin is a board certified physician assistant trained in dermatology. A native of Maryland, she completed her Bachelor of Arts degree at St. Mary’s College of Maryland, and earned her Master of Science at Philadelphia University. Caitlin is currently board certified by the National Commission for the Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA) and has been practicing since 2013. 

  • Carmen Huerta, DCNP Dermatology Certified Nurse Practitioner +

    Carmen Huerta is an Advanced Practice Nurse Practitioner in medical, surgical, and cosmetic dermatology. She received her Master’s of Science in Nursing from the University of Cincinnati and has 20+ years of health care experience. Carmen obtained her undergraduate education from the University of British Columbia. She is certified with the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners and a member with the Dermatology of Nurses’ Association.

  • Sarah Hurd, NP-BC Pacific Dermatology
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  • Jonathan Igo, FNP-C NURSE PRACTITIONER IN DERMATOLOGY +

    After graduating with honors at Vanderbilt University School of Nursing earning his Bachelors and Masters of Science in Nursing, Jonathan has spent the majority of his Nurse Practitioner career in Dermatology.  He has been mentored and trained by multiple board-certified dermatologists.  Expertise include medical, surgical, and cosmetic dermatology with proficiency across the lifespan and a background in ethnic, cultural and racial diversity.

  • Jessica St. Jules, MSPAS PA-C, SDPA PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT IN DERMATOLOGY DIPLOMATE FELLOW, SDPA +

    “My passion for dermatology developed when I previously practiced medicine in the fields of Rheumatology and Primary care. I took keen interest in the visual inspection of physical diagnosis; identifying and describing what I seen came naturally. I recognize the importance of health promotion and disease prevention in the field of skin care, and the significant impact dermatological health has on systemic health.”

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    Iryna Kinzer, PA-C, SDPA PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT IN DERMATOLOGY DIPLOMATE FELLOW, SDPA +

    I am a California board-certified Physician Assistant. After graduation from Vitebsk Medical University and residency program in Belarus I practiced medicine as a physician for ten years before immigrating to the U.S., I then obtained a master’s degree in Physician Assistant Studies from Touro University Nevada and have also completed advanced dermatological training and hold the Diplomat Fellow designation from the Society of Dermatology Physician Assistants. My passion is to provide superior medical treatment and diagnosis in all varieties of skin conditions as well as to help patients achieve and maintain healthy and vibrant skin. Overexposure to the sun can have dire consequences and I cannot stress enough the importance of a thorough exam to discover early any potential areas of concern.

  • Alexandra Kroeff, PA-C PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT IN DERMATOLOGY DIPLOMATE FELLOW, SDPA +

    Alexandra Kroeff is a board certified PA with a strong background in Internal Medicine, Hospitalist care before venturing into Dermatology in 2012 and specializing in skin cancer, geriatric skin diseases and later in Aesthetics Dermatology and Research Studies. Always working in state of the art facilities and with the most up-to-date innovative equipment, with the main focus to advance in  knowledge and surgical technique.

  • Ray Lin, MS, PA-C Physician Assistant in Dermatology +

    “Dermatology is an exciting field that integrates procedures, surgery, oncology, cosmetics, and pathology. It is a field that treats people as a whole from head to toe. The problems can be seen on the surface which affects people physically and mentally. I find it very gratifying being able to apply proper treatments and visually see improvement from different skin conditions."

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    Jennifer Lucatero, PA-C, SDPA Physician Assistant in Dermatology, Diplomate Fellow, SDPA +

    “I have maintained a passion for cutaneous disease throughout my medical education. Our skin is the largest organ of our bodies and its maintenance has significant impact on both our physical and emotional well being. I am so grateful to have the opportunity to help others not only improve their overall health, but their confidence and perception of self.”

  • Laura Wooley, PA-C, SDPA PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT IN DERMATOLOGY, Diplomate Fellow, SDPA +

    Laura became a board-certified Physician Assistant after completing her Master’s degree in Physician Assistant studies at Loma Linda University. Throughout her education and career, Laura was drawn to the medical and surgical aspects of dermatology. She enjoys the opportunity to care for patients of all ages, with their variety of skin ailments, while combining her skills of primary care and surgery. Outside the office, Laura enjoys exploring the outdoors from dirt-bike riding, cycling, hiking, and learning to surf Southern California’s waves.

  • Ashley Stemley, PA-C Board Certified Physician Assistant +

    Ashley Stemley is an experienced board-certified physician assistant. Driven by compassion and a never-ending quest for knowledge, she takes pride in providing the best care possible for her patients. 

  • Colleen Jewess, PA-C Board Certified Physician Assistant +

    Colleen Jewess is a board-certified physician assistant who specializes in general dermatology. She received her Bachelor of Science in biology from Azusa Pacific University with a minor in psychology and completed her Masters of Physician Assistant Studies at the University of Utah.

  • Erica Kim, NP-C Family Nurse Practitioner +

    Erica Kim is a board-certified Family Nurse Practitioner. She obtained her Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) at Loma Linda University.  Her background includes years of acute care RN experience along with advanced practice in the urgent care setting. Erica utilizes her strong clinical experience to provide exceptional and compassionate care to all of her patients. 

Cosmetic Team

  • Michelle Carhill RN, BSN, Aesthetic Nurse +

    Michelle is a registered nurse who obtained her Bachelors degree in Nursing from Ohio University and is currently working towards her Masters degree to become a Nurse Practitioner. Michelle has a background in both surgery and aesthetic dermatology. Prior to joining the Pacific Dermatology Institute team, she worked for many years with another leading Allergan aesthetic dermatology office. Michelle is passionate about skincare and enjoys helping patients achieve their aesthetic goals through the use of injectables, lasers and other non-invasive treatments.

  • Marie McArron Medical Esthetician +

    Marie has always had a passion for making people look and feel beautiful. Prior to working for Pacific Dermatology, she worked for a med spa and has extensive experience in the cosmetic dermatology field. She has extensive experience working in a med spa and looks forward to helping each patient she meets achieve their skin goals to look their very best. 

  • Nora Reyes Medical Esthetician +

    Nora has always had a passion for beauty and skin. After being burned out from corporate sales world, she decided to go back to school and get her esthetic license. She has worked for several med-spas and always knew she wanted to be part of a dermatology practice.

  • Jessica Fernandez Medical Esthetician +

    Jessica is a licensed Aesthetician with the motivation to collaborate with other medical professionals to help treat and make patients feel at their very best.

    “My mission is to empower others to achieve their best skin goals by sharing my knowledge in skin health and wellness.”
     
    Out of the office Jessica spends most of her time enjoying her beautiful family and spending her free time at her favorite place, DISNEYLAND!
     
    “The flower that blooms in adversity is the most rare and beautiful of them all.” -Mulan
     
  • Roxanne Arias Medical Esthetician +

    Roxanne has been an Aesthetician since 2007. She entered the field of Aesthetics because she wanted a deeper understanding of her own skin and fell in love with skin care. She continues to educate herself in this growing field. 

    She has worked most of her career in Medical Aesthetics and is very results driven. She is passionate about educating her clients on proper skincare and helping them love their skin.
     
  • Marlyssa Gonzaba Medical Esthetician +

    Marlyssa is a licensed aesthetician who loves all things beauty and results driven skin care. She has previously worked in a med spa and loves to focus on making people feel amazing in their own skin. When you come to see her the main focus is addressing your skin care concerns and coming up with a corrective treatment plan customized for your needs. In her free time she enjoys to hangout with her family and being in nature!

     

Leadership Team

  • Bradley Mudge, MD Medical Director +
  • Jeff Bottomley Chief Operating Officer +
  • Richard Rotan Chief Development Officer +
  • JAIME HERNANDEZ CORPORATE CONTROLLER +
  • Karla Estrada Regional Director Of Operations +
  • Kathleen Sauceda Senior Director Of Operations +
  • Rocio Puentes Director of Compliance and Clinical Services +
  • Peter Avery Chief Technology Officer
    Phone: (877) 833-4348
    pavery@visualedgeit.com
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  • Stephanie Banks Provider Liaison +
  • Priscilla Valdivia HR Manager +
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