Ariana Pucci, MSPAS, PA-C


Physician Assistant (PA)
Dermatology

Aspire Dermatology
Barrington Medical Center
1525 Wampanoag Trail
Riverside, Rhode Island 02915
For an appointment, call 410-239-1800
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About Ariana Pucci, MSPAS, PA-C

Ariana Pucci is a Certified and Licensed Physician Assistant (PA-C). Ariana graduated with her Masters of Physician Assistant Studies at the Massachusetts College of Pharmacy & Health Science University in Boston.  She brings her expertise and passion for Dermatology to the patients of Aspire Dermatology, working alongside Dr. Jason Michaels.

Occupation: Dermatology Physician Assistant

Board Certification: 
Rhode Island Physician Assistant License, PANCE, National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistant (NCCPA), Advanced Cardiac Life Support, Basic Life Support.

Bachelor’s Degree:
University of Rhode Island, Bachelor of Science in Biological Sciences, Magna Cum Laude Honors

Master’s Degree:
Massachusetts College of Pharmacy & Health Science University, Master of Physician Assistant Studies

Affiliations:

2016-Present - American Academy of Physician Assistants
2016-Present - Society of Dermatology Physician Assistants

Patient Education Resources

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How can a dermatologist make me appear more youthful?
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What is the treatment for nail fungus?
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What medications are used to treat acne?
There are several medications that can be used to treat acne, including:Topical retinoids (e.g. tretinoin, adapalene)Topical antibiotics (e.g. clindamycin, erythromycin)Topical benzoyl peroxideOral an...

Professional Affiliations

Aspire Dermatology

Aspire Dermatology, with five conveniently located offices in Riverside, Newport, Johnston, Tiverton and Warwick, Rhode Island, is a highly professional provider of a full range of dermatology services from skin screenings and cosmetic procedures to Mohs surgery. Aspire Dermatology was founded by Jason Michaels, MD who has almost two decades of experience as a board-certified dermatologist and Mohs surgeon. He, along with his Nurse Practitioners, and staff of Physician Assistants and Aestheticians are ready to serve all your skin care needs professionally, respectfully and on a timely basis.