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
Conditions Treated
Acne
Aging Skin & Wrinkles
Allergic Contact Dermatitis
Atopic Dermatitis
Hair Loss (Balding)
Psoriasis
Rosacea
Seborrheic Keratosis
Skin Cancer
Warts
Patient Education Resources
Does the acne on my back and chest require different treatment from the acne on my face?
Truncal acne, which refers to acne that occurs on the trunk of the body (such as the chest and back), may require a slightly different treatment approach than facial acne. This is because the skin on ...
Truncal acne, which refers to acne that occurs on the trunk of the body (such as the chest and back), may require a slightly different treatment approach than facial acne. This is because the skin on ...
How can a dermatologist make me appear more youthful?
A dermatologist can make you appear more youthful by using a variety of treatments, such as:Topical creams and serums that contain ingredients like retinoids and hyaluronic acid to improve skin textur...
A dermatologist can make you appear more youthful by using a variety of treatments, such as:Topical creams and serums that contain ingredients like retinoids and hyaluronic acid to improve skin textur...
If I have psoriasis, am I likely to get arthritis?
Psoriasis is a chronic skin condition that causes red, scaly patches on the skin. It affects about 2-3% of the population. People with psoriasis are at an increased risk of developing a form of arthri...
Psoriasis is a chronic skin condition that causes red, scaly patches on the skin. It affects about 2-3% of the population. People with psoriasis are at an increased risk of developing a form of arthri...
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...
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 ...
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 ...
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.