About Gina Bird, PA-C
Gina Bird, PA-C is a certified Physician Assistant specializing in dermatology and providing care to patients in Central Illinois at the Christie Clinic.
Gina received her BS degree and Physician Assistant Certificate from Southern Illinois University, Carbondale. She then completed a Masters of Physician Assistant Studies specializing in Dermatology from the University of Nebraska Medical Center in Omaha. Dermatology Professional Organizations
Gina received her BS degree and Physician Assistant Certificate from Southern Illinois University, Carbondale. She then completed a Masters of Physician Assistant Studies specializing in Dermatology from the University of Nebraska Medical Center in Omaha. Dermatology Professional Organizations
- Illinois Society of Dermatology Physician Assistants (Regional Director)
- Society of Dermatology Physician Assistants (SDPA) - CME Committee)
- American Academy of Physician Assistants (AAPA)
- Illinois Academy of Physician Assistants
Patient Education Resources
Acne Medication Savings
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Click on the medication image to access medication savings from the manufacturer. In most cases, this form must be submitted along with proof of having purchased the medication from the pharmacy. ...
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...
How do biologics work to treat my psoriasis?
Biologics are a class of medications that are used to treat moderate to severe psoriasis. They are typically used when other treatments, such as topical creams and light therapy, have not been effecti...
Biologics are a class of medications that are used to treat moderate to severe psoriasis. They are typically used when other treatments, such as topical creams and light therapy, have not been effecti...
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 is the best brand of botulinum toxin to improve my appearance?
Botulinum toxin is a type of neurotoxin that is used for a variety of cosmetic and medical purposes. There are several different types of botulinum toxin available on the market, each with their own u...
Botulinum toxin is a type of neurotoxin that is used for a variety of cosmetic and medical purposes. There are several different types of botulinum toxin available on the market, each with their own u...
Professional Affiliations
Christie Clinic
Christie Clinic dermatologists evaluate and treat patients with problems of the skin, warts, pre-cancerous areas, benign and malignant skin growths (such as moles and skin cancer), acne, rashes, hives, eczema, and psoriasis. Other types of concerns treated are cysts, rosacea, excessive sweating, alopecia, and vitiligo.
Our treatments may involve the use of medications, topic creams, surgery, or the use of laser and photo therapy treatments. The Department of Dermatology also can perform Mohs Micrographic Surgery, a skin cancer treatment that is proven to have a higher cure rate while leaving more healthy tissue intact.