About Joanne Ostman, PA
Joanne Ostman, PA s a physician's assistant providing care to patients in Lakeview, Minnesota at the Center for Dermatology.
Patient Education Resources
Does Coolsculpting® really work?
CoolSculpting® is a non-surgical, non-invasive procedure that uses a device to cool targeted areas of fat, causing the fat cells to freeze and die. Over time, the body naturally eliminates these d...
CoolSculpting® is a non-surgical, non-invasive procedure that uses a device to cool targeted areas of fat, causing the fat cells to freeze and die. Over time, the body naturally eliminates these d...
Does the acne on my back and chest require different treatment from the acne on my face?
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 ...
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 ...
How do biologics work to treat my eczema?
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...
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...
How do biologics work to treat my psoriasis?
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...
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...
What is atopic dermatitis?
Atopic dermatitis, also known as eczema, is a chronic, inflammatory skin condition that causes dry, itchy, and scaly skin. The condition is characterized by symptoms such as:Dry, itchy skin: The skin ...
Atopic dermatitis, also known as eczema, is a chronic, inflammatory skin condition that causes dry, itchy, and scaly skin. The condition is characterized by symptoms such as:Dry, itchy skin: The skin ...
Education & Training
Joanne graduated from the College of Saint Benedict with a Bachelor of Arts Degree in German and International Studies.
After gaining experience in international business, Joanne decided to make a career change and graduated from Augsburg College as a Physician Assistant.
After gaining experience in international business, Joanne decided to make a career change and graduated from Augsburg College as a Physician Assistant.
Center for Dermatology
We are a full-service dermatology clinic providing comprehensive patient-centered care for all skin concerns whether medical, surgical or cosmetic in nature. Providing personalized care for all of your dermatology needs, our health care professionals offer solutions for skin disorders such as rashes, dry skin, eczema, psoriasis, warts or other chronic skin conditions. We provide acne treatments, full-body skin checks, biopsies, and comprehensive skin cancer treatments including Mohs surgery.
Enhancing patients’ natural features, we use the latest advancements in aesthetic technology such as Botox to treat age-related concerns for glowing results. Our MedSpa cosmetic services will bring out your natural, more youthful look. Restore your confidence with Laser Hair Removal, Microdermabrasion, Microneedling, Chemical Peels, Hydrafacial, and Laser Treatments to help eliminate wrinkles, brown spots and red spots. We also offer miraDry — the latest technology used to eliminate excessive underarm sweat, odor and hair.
Enhancing patients’ natural features, we use the latest advancements in aesthetic technology such as Botox to treat age-related concerns for glowing results. Our MedSpa cosmetic services will bring out your natural, more youthful look. Restore your confidence with Laser Hair Removal, Microdermabrasion, Microneedling, Chemical Peels, Hydrafacial, and Laser Treatments to help eliminate wrinkles, brown spots and red spots. We also offer miraDry — the latest technology used to eliminate excessive underarm sweat, odor and hair.