Christina Carpenter, PA-C
Physician Assistant (PA)
Dermatology
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About Christina Carpenter, PA-C
Christina Carpenter, PA-C is a certified Physician Assistant specializing in dermatology.
Medical Education & Training
- Undergraduate Degree: Columbia Basin College, Pasco, Wash., Associated Degree in Applied Science in Nursing - 1977
- Graduate Degree: Physician Assistant Program, University of North Dakota School of Medicine - 1997
- American Academy of Physician Assistants
- Washington State Academy of Physician Assistants
- Society of Dermatology Physician Assistants (SDPA)
Patient Education Resources
Can I switch the biologic medications I’m using to treat my psoriasis?
Yes, you can switch biologic medications for psoriasis if one is not working effectively. Biologic medications are a class of drugs that target specific parts of the immune system that are involved in...
Yes, you can switch biologic medications for psoriasis if one is not working effectively. Biologic medications are a class of drugs that target specific parts of the immune system that are involved in...
Does it cost more to get a tattoo or to have it removed?
The cost of getting a tattoo and the cost of having it removed can vary depending on several factors such as the size, location, and complexity of the tattoo, as well as the experience and reputation ...
The cost of getting a tattoo and the cost of having it removed can vary depending on several factors such as the size, location, and complexity of the tattoo, as well as the experience and reputation ...
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...
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 is atopic dermatitis different from eczema?
Atopic dermatitis and eczema are often used interchangeably, but they are not exactly the same thing. Atopic dermatitis is a type of eczema.Eczema is a general term that refers to a group of condition...
Atopic dermatitis and eczema are often used interchangeably, but they are not exactly the same thing. Atopic dermatitis is a type of eczema.Eczema is a general term that refers to a group of condition...
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...
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...
Professional Affiliations
Center for Excellence in Dermatology
Dr. Robert B. Hopp & Associates at the Center for Excellence in Dermatology is committed to bringing you the most effective and contemporary treatments available. By offering a wide range of services that include full body skin exams, mole mapping, skin patch testing, treatment for acne and warts, skin cancer surgery, Mohs Micrographic Surgery and excimer laser therapy for psoriasis.
We are able to recommend several solutions to any skin need. We also have a medical spa that offers cosmetic skin treatments such as Ultherapy, Fraxel re:store Dual and Fraxel re:pair lasers, Botox, Juvederm, chemical peels, and laser hair removal. We carry several lines of medical grade products including SkinCeuticals, PCA Skin, Neova Procyte sunscreens and Jane Iredale Mineral cosmetics for daily skin treatments. We look forward to seeing you in the office.
We are able to recommend several solutions to any skin need. We also have a medical spa that offers cosmetic skin treatments such as Ultherapy, Fraxel re:store Dual and Fraxel re:pair lasers, Botox, Juvederm, chemical peels, and laser hair removal. We carry several lines of medical grade products including SkinCeuticals, PCA Skin, Neova Procyte sunscreens and Jane Iredale Mineral cosmetics for daily skin treatments. We look forward to seeing you in the office.