About Jennifer Filip, PA-C
Jennifer Filip, PA-C is board certified by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants and is fully licensed by the Pennsylvania Department of State to practice Medical Physician Assistant duties. She is especially interested in acne, pigmented lesions, and hair loss in women.
Patient Education Resources
There is some evidence to suggest that diet can play a role in the development of acne. Studies have found that a diet high in sugar and processed foods can increase the risk of developing acne. Diets...
Botox® (botulinum toxin type A) is a medication that is primarily used to temporarily paralyze specific muscles in the face and body.It is most often used to improve the appearance of wrinkles and...
Isotretinoin, previously marketed as Accutane, is a medication that is used to treat severe cystic acne that has not responded to other treatments. Isotretinoin is a form of vitamin A and works by ...
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...
Here are some basic acne skin care tips that may help to reduce the appearance and severity of acne:Cleanse your skin gently: Use a mild, non-abrasive cleanser to wash your face twice a day. Avoid usi...
Education & Training
Jennifer Filip received her Bachelor of Arts degree from Penn State University and completed the Post-Baccalaureate Pre-Health Program at the University of Pennsylvania. She completed her Masters training in Physician Assistant Studies at Philadelphia University.
Professional Affiliations
Skin Smart Dermatology
At Skin Smart, our goal is to provide a center of excellence where dermatology and aesthetics are delivered with the patient’s needs as the guiding light. Our dermatologists and aestheticians main focus is to take the time to listen to your needs, answer your questions and provide our services in a warm, inviting and attentive manner. In other words, our patient’s needs are our first priority.
Specializing in both clinical and surgical dermatology, along with our top notch aesthetic services, Skin Smart ensures that every patient that walks through our door will receive state of the art procedures and the best skin care treatments possible.