About Julie Silver, PA-C
Julie is a licensed and board certified physician assistant by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants who practices general and cosmetic dermatology. She has continued to provide excellent patient care at East Valley Dermatology Center since 2009. Julie has extensive training and expertise with injectables, such as Botox, Juvederm, Voluma and Kybella.
Julie is a member of the American Academy of Physician Assistants and has been a member of the Dermatology Physician Assistants Society since its inception. She has recently been asked to join as a board member. Through her love of the cosmetic aspect of dermatology, Julie has become an advanced injector through special, exclusive training and has, in turn, trained other dermatologists and physicians. She has also mentored and precepted students in the clinic.
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...
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 ...
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...
The treatment for severe atopic dermatitis will depend on the individual case, but it may include a combination of the following:Topical corticosteroids: Topical corticosteroids can be used to reduce ...
Education & Training
A native of Arizona, Julie attended the University of Arizona and graduated in 1994 with a Bachelor’s degree in Anthropology. She worked for the state mental health department for the seriously mentally ill crisis department before attending Midwestern University. Graduating in 2000 with a Master’s in Medical Science, she worked in family practice/internal medicine for 4 years. She then found her passion for dermatology and has been working medically and cosmetically in dermatology for since 2006.
Professional Affiliations
East Valley Dermatology Center
East Valley Dermatology Center provides cost effective and efficient care for disorders and conditions of the skin, as well as cosmetic procedures. We are committed to implementing leading edge technology, medications, and surgical techniques. Our use of Dermoscopy and electronic medical records enable us to provide state of the art skin cancer diagnosis and treatment.