About John Sobotka, PA-C
John Sobotka, MS, PA-C is a board-certified physician assistant and has more than 16 years of dermatology experience. He enjoys working with patients of all ages and specializes in medical dermatology.
Conditions Treated
Patient Education Resources
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 ...
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...
Acne scars can be treated with a variety of methods, including:Topical treatments: Topical creams and gels containing ingredients such as retinoids, hydroquinone, and vitamin C can help to reduce the ...
Microneedling is a cosmetic procedure that involves using a device with fine needles to create tiny punctures in the skin. The needles are typically between 0.5mm and 2.5mm in length, and are used to ...
Treatment for nail fungus (onychomycosis) can be challenging, as the fungus can be difficult to eliminate and may recur. Treatment options include:Topical antifungal medication: Over-the-counter antif...
Education & Training
John has earned a Bachelors Degree in Biology and a Masters Degree in Physician Assistant Studies from Wayne State University.
Ferrara Dermatology Clinic, PC
Ferrara Dermatology Clinic PC is a full-service dermatology practice established in Grosse Pointe Woods, Michigan in 1958 by Dr. Richard Ferrara, Sr. to offer comprehensive dermatologic, medical, surgical and aesthetic services.
Our team, led by Dr. Richard Ferrara, Jr. and Dr. Katherine Caretti, focuses on overall skin wellness, preventative skin care and, with the support of a highly-trained medical staff, have the ability to manage a wide range of medical and aesthetic dermatology. From routine yearly skin examinations to the management of skin cancer and other skin conditions such as acne, psoriasis and eczema, our practice provides individualized, comprehensive services to help you maintain healthy skin throughout the stages of your life.
An expanded facility and our continued focus on modern technology and the top-of-the-line treatments make Ferrara Dermatology an ideal place to meet your family’s skin care needs.
We also provide cosmetic services through the Skin & Laser Center of Grosse Pointe in our shared building, under the medical direction of Dr. Ferrara and Dr. Caretti.