About Helen Chodsky, PA-C
Helen Chodsky, PA-C is a certified dermatological physician assistant who has been practicing in the San Francisco Bay Area since 2003 and has the reputation of providing high quality care to her patients. Prior to her training as a physician assistant, Helen was a practicing dermatologist in Russia. She graduated magna cum laude and is a member of Pi Alpha National Honor Society: Recognition of Outstanding Physician Assistants.
Ms. Chodsky is experienced in both medical and cosmetic dermatology, as well as having additional surgical certification and experience. She practices all aspects of medical dermatology, including diagnosis, treatment, and minor surgery. She also works with HIV patients treating lipodystrophy with Sculptra and Radiesse. She performs a wide range of cosmetic procedures, including Botox™, and fillers (Restylane®, Perlane®, Juvéderm®, Belotero®, and Voluma®), as well as laser treatments and sclerotherapy for spider veins. Her professional associations include:
- Fellow of the Society of Dermatology Physician Assistants
- Fellow of the California Academy of Physician Assistants
- Member of the San Francisco Bay Area Physician Assistants
Conditions Treated
Patient Education Resources
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 ...
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...
The treatment for severe atopic dermatitis will depend on the individual case, but it may include a combination of the following:Topical corticosteroids: Topical corticosteroids can be used to reduce ...
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
Golden State Dermatology Berkeley
Golden State Dermatology is a comprehensive medical, surgical, and cosmetic dermatology network with locations throughout the San Francisco Bay Area and Central Valley.