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.
Patient Education Resources
A dermatologist can make you appear more youthful by using a variety of treatments, such as:Topical creams and serums that contain ingredients like retinoids and hyaluronic acid to improve skin textur...
The best treatment for warts will depend on the type and location of the wart, as well as the patient's overall health and preferences. Some common treatment options for warts include:Salicylic ac...
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...
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 ...
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.