Janice Jones, PA-C, Ph.D.
About Janice Jones, PA-C, Ph.D.
Janice Jones is a licensed and board-certified Physician Assistant providing care at Carson Dermatology. Janice started practicing medicine as a Physician Assistant in 2007, specializing in dermatology since 2013. She has experience in medical dermatology, managing disorders of the skin for all ages and all skin types, and performing skin cancer screenings. Janice is a clinician who is known to have a warm and professional style. She takes time with her patients, answering all their questions and developing an individual treatment regimen tailored to their needs.
Conditions Treated
Patient Education Resources
There are several ways to reduce the skin redness caused by rosacea:Avoiding triggers: Triggers such as sun exposure, wind, high temperatures, stress, spicy foods, and alcohol, can worsen the symptoms...
Dry skin can be caused by a variety of factors, such as cold weather, low humidity, harsh soaps, and certain medical conditions. Here are some tips for treating dry skin:Moisturize: Moisturizing is th...
The best sunscreens are those that provide broad-spectrum protection, which means they protect against both ultraviolet A (UVA) and ultraviolet B (UVB) rays. They should also have an SPF (sun protecti...
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...
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...
Education & Training
Bachelors of Science: in Chemistry at The University of Nevada, Reno
Masters of Medical Science: in Physician Assistant Studies from Midwestern University in Downers Grove, Illinois.
Ph.D.: in Cellular and Molecular Pharmacology and Physiology at The University of Nevada, Reno
Her work in research in asthma and cardiac development at the University of Nevada, Reno, and the University of Illinois has been published in peer-reviewed journals. Janice has served as an instructor for Parkland College in Champaign, Illinois teaching Anatomy & Physiology.
Professional Affiliations
Carson Dermatology Skin Cancer Center
Carson Dermatology will work with you to ensure your skin is at its healthiest and free from skin cancer and other common disorders.
With offices in Carson City, NV, and Reno, NV, we provide dermatology services to all surrounding areas, including Sparks, Dayton, Minden, Gardnerville, Fernley, Fallon, North and South Lake Tahoe, Bishop, and Mammoth Lakes.
Carson Dermatology offers skin cancer screenings and treatment of all skin conditions using the most up-to-date, evidence-based medical practices.
Our team of qualified experts will evaluate each patient and provide an accurate diagnosis and treatment plan. Some problems can be fixed quickly with a simple procedure or medicine, while others may require long-term treatment. We are here to support you and ensure you are consistently happy and that your skin remains healthy.
We have served Northern Nevada since 1979 and pride ourselves on our experience and expertise. Every patient that comes into our office, whether for a one-time appointment or recurring treatments, is part of our family, and we make sure that you leave feeling listened to and cared for.
Our specialty lies in our diagnostic accuracy and treatment, and we feel confident that we can give you the best service and the best treatment.
If you have a skin problem you need help with, contact us today and we’ll be happy to set up an appointment for you to come in and see a licensed and experienced dermatologist.