Jil Swanson, MPAS, PA-C
Cosmetic Dermatology,
Dermatologic Surgery,
General Dermatology
Medical Expertise of Jil Swanson, MPAS, PA-C
Jil Swanson, PA-C specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of skin conditions, including acne, eczema, psoriasis, rosacea and skin cancer.
About Jil Swanson, MPAS, PA-C
Jil Swanson, MPAS, PA-C is a Physician Assistant who specializes in Dermatology.
Jil previously provided care to patients at Vujevich Dermatology Associates and at the University of Pittsburgh in the Department of Dermatology. During her seven years at UPMC, Jil specialized in general dermatology and psoriasis at the Falk Clinic, as well as pigmented lesions and cutaneous oncology at the Hillman Cancer Center.
Jil is the Founder and Past President of the Pennsylvania Dermatology Physician Assistant (PDPA) Society. Jil is an active member of the American Academy of Physician Assistants, the Pennsylvania Society of Physician Assistants, the Pennsylvania Dermatology Physician Assistant Society, and the Society of Dermatology Physician Assistants.
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...
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...
Biologics are a class of medications that are used to treat moderate to severe psoriasis. They are typically used when other treatments, such as topical creams and light therapy, have not been effecti...
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...
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
Jil Swanson began her studies at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. She received her B.S. and worked toward her M.S. in Biology at California University of Pennsylvania. She received a Masters in Physician Assistant Studies at Chatham College in 2001.
Professional Affiliations
Mark P. Seraly, M.D., PC
At Mark P. Seraly MD PC and Associates, we believe that a doctor and patient become a team for treating an individual's dermatology needs.
From rashes to melanoma, Seraly Dermatology is equipped to handle all your dermatological needs.
Seraly Dermatology offers medical, surgical and cosmetic dermatology as well as allergy testing and patch testing.