Stephanie Allen, P.A.-C.
Stephanie Allen, PA-C, Certified Physician Assistant, earned a Master of Science in Physician Assistant Studies from The University of Texas Medical Branch in Galveston and a Bachelor’s degree from The University of Texas in Austin. She was recognized for her scholastic excellence with nominations to the Dean’s List at both institutions. Given her long-term interest in the skin and its care, she focused her graduate research in dermatology, conducting and presenting a study on comparative treatments for acne.
Stephanie is certified by the National Commission of Certification for Physician Assistants and licensed through the Texas State Board of Medical Examiners. Her professional memberships include the Society of Dermatology Physician Assistants and the American Association of Physician Assistants. Stephanie continues to broaden her Dermatology knowledge through frequent Continuing Medical Education conferences lead by Dermatology experts across the country.
Stephanie is well-skilled in the diagnostics and treatment of skin disorders. She is experienced in comprehensive dermatological exams, biopsies and common office procedures, skin cancer excisions, and other medical treatment modalities including the use of biologics, PUVA and UVB. She is also trained in cosmetic procedures including Botox, fillers, and laser treatments.
After practicing in Nashville, Tennessee with a well-respected dermatology practice, Stephanie returned to Texas in 2007, and is now bringing her experience and expertise to Westlake Dermatology & Cosmetic Surgery.
What is a Physician Assistant?
A physician assistant (PA) is a health professional licensed by the state or credentialed by a federal employer to practice medicine as delegated by and with the supervision of a physician. PA’s provide a broad range of medical and surgical services that traditionally have been performed by physicians. As part of their responsibilities, PA's perform physical exams, diagnose and treat illnesses, order and interpret lab tests, suture lacerations, and (in most states, including Texas) prescribe medications.
Physician assistants are trained in medicine, just like physicians, and in some programs PA's attend many of the same classes as medical students. Some of the major differences in a physician's education and a PA's education are the amount of time spent in their formal education and that PA's are not required to undertake an internship or residency.
A PA-C is a “physician assistant-certified”. This person holds the title by passing the certification exam developed jointly by the National Board of Medical Examiners and the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants. To maintain the certified status, a PA-C must complete 100 hours of continuing medical education every two years and take the national recertification exam every six years.
