Amy Sarkie, PA-C


Physician Assistant (PA)
Dermatology

Northwest Skin Specialists
1229 Madison Street Suite 1290
Seattle, Washington 98104
For an appointment, call (206) 315-4600
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Medical Expertise of Amy Sarkie, PA-C

Amy Sarkie's clinical interests include general dermatology, including skin cancer screenings, evaluation and treatment of rashes, warts/lesions, and a variety of other skin conditions.

Amy Sarkie has extensive experience in the treatment of acne and the management of isotretinoin (Accutane).

About Amy Sarkie, PA-C

Amy Sarkie, PA-C is a certified Physician Assistant focused on providing dermatology care to patients in the Seattle area.

 

Patient Education Resources

Does the food I eat affect my acne?
There is some evidence to suggest that diet can play a role in the development of acne. Studies have found that a diet high in sugar and processed foods can increase the risk of developing acne. Diets...
How do biologics work to treat my eczema?
Biologics are a class of medications that can be used to treat eczema, a chronic skin condition characterized by inflammation and itching. Biologics work by targeting specific parts of the immune syst...
What are the possible treatments for my actinic keratoses?
Actinic keratoses (AKs) are precancerous skin lesions that can develop into squamous cell carcinoma, a type of skin cancer. Treatment options for AKs include:Cryotherapy: This procedure involves freez...
What can reduce the appearance of my acne scars?
Acne scars can be treated with a variety of methods, including:Topical treatments: Topical creams and gels containing ingredients such as retinoids, hydroquinone, and vitamin C can help to reduce the ...
What is atopic dermatitis?
Atopic dermatitis, also known as eczema, is a chronic, inflammatory skin condition that causes dry, itchy, and scaly skin. The condition is characterized by symptoms such as:Dry, itchy skin: The skin ...

Education & Training

Amy earned her bachelor’s degree from the University of Washington. She obtained her master of science as a physician assistant from the University of Detroit – Mercy, graduating first in her class. She was the distinguished recipient of the Clinical Excellence Award. Amy initially began her practice in family medicine, but after returning to Seattle in 2000, she focused in dermatology.