Kristen Pentz, PA-C
Physician Assistant (PA)
Dermatology
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About Kristen Pentz, PA-C
Kristen Pentz, PA-C is a certified Physician Assistant specializing in dermatology. Kristen sees patients in the Fredericksburg, VA area at Virginia Dermatology and Skin Surgery Center.
Kristen Pentz has extensive clinical experience in a variety of medical specialties, including dermatology, family practice, behavioral medicine, pediatrics, general surgery, internal medicine, women's health, and emergency medicine. Kristen routinely performs various dermatological procedures, such as full body skin checks, shave and punch biopsies, liquid nitrogen treatment, electrodessication and curretage, as well as kenalog injections.
Kristen received her Masters of Physician Assistant Sciences from Saint Francis University in Loretto, Pennsylvania in 2017, where she graduated Magna Cum Laude. Professional Dermatology Affiliations
Kristen Pentz has extensive clinical experience in a variety of medical specialties, including dermatology, family practice, behavioral medicine, pediatrics, general surgery, internal medicine, women's health, and emergency medicine. Kristen routinely performs various dermatological procedures, such as full body skin checks, shave and punch biopsies, liquid nitrogen treatment, electrodessication and curretage, as well as kenalog injections.
Kristen received her Masters of Physician Assistant Sciences from Saint Francis University in Loretto, Pennsylvania in 2017, where she graduated Magna Cum Laude. Professional Dermatology Affiliations
- National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants: board-certified
- Society for Dermatology Physician Assistants (SDPA)
Patient Education Resources
Can I switch the biologic medications I’m using to treat my psoriasis?
Yes, you can switch biologic medications for psoriasis if one is not working effectively. Biologic medications are a class of drugs that target specific parts of the immune system that are involved in...
Yes, you can switch biologic medications for psoriasis if one is not working effectively. Biologic medications are a class of drugs that target specific parts of the immune system that are involved in...
How can I reduce the skin redness caused by rosacea?
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...
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...
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 ...
What is microneedling?
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 ...
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 ...
What is the treatment for skin cancer?
Treatment for skin cancer will depend on the type and stage of the cancer, as well as the location and size of the tumor, and the patient's overall health. The main treatment options for skin canc...
Treatment for skin cancer will depend on the type and stage of the cancer, as well as the location and size of the tumor, and the patient's overall health. The main treatment options for skin canc...
Professional Affiliations
Virginia Dermatology and Skin Surgery Center
Our Mission is to provide every patient with technologically advanced, compassionate, excellent health care. In that pursuit, we offer a variety of medical and surgical dermatology service.
If you are faced with a skin condition, we encourage you to make an appointment with one of our experienced providers so that he or she can help you develop the best treatment plan for your unique skin care needs.
We look forward to getting to know you and we hope to earn your sustained trust as your resource for all matters related to your skin.
If you are faced with a skin condition, we encourage you to make an appointment with one of our experienced providers so that he or she can help you develop the best treatment plan for your unique skin care needs.
We look forward to getting to know you and we hope to earn your sustained trust as your resource for all matters related to your skin.