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
Patient Education Resources
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...
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...
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...
Treatment for psoriasis on the scalp typically involves a combination of topical and systemic therapies.Topical treatments include:Shampoos containing salicylic acid, coal tar, or sulfur, which can he...
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.