Carlya Holmes, PA-C
About Carlya Holmes, PA-C
Cayla is a certified physician assistant who has experience in family medicine and is in the top 1% of physician assistants completing a specialized dermatology fellowship through the Society of Dermatology Physician Assistants. She completed her Bachelor of Arts in Spanish and biology at Baylor University and achieved her Master of Physician Assistant Studies at the University of Texas Medical Branch in Galveston. She is also a member of the Texas Academy of Physician Assistants.
Cayla speaks Spanish and is passionate about medical mission opportunities. She enjoys working with the medically underserved, both locally and abroad. Along with several other students at the University of Texas Medical Branch, she founded an organization to raise awareness and educate healthcare providers on the issue of human trafficking. She is married and enjoys traveling, learning about different cultures, camping and being active outdoors. She enjoys watching Baylor football and spending quality time with her family and friends.
Conditions Treated
Patient Education Resources
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...
Botox® (botulinum toxin type A) is a medication that is primarily used to temporarily paralyze specific muscles in the face and body.It is most often used to improve the appearance of wrinkles and...
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...
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...
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...
Education & Training
University of Texas Medical Branch - Galveston (2018)
Baylor Scott & White Dermatology Specialists - McKinney
Whether your dermatology concern is health-related or cosmetic, Dr. Jonathan Richey and his team of dermatology fellowship trained physician assistants recognize the importance of healthy skin, hair and nails, and pride themselves on providing high-quality dermatology care in North Texas