Maria DeRosa, MPAS, RPA-C
Physician Assistant (PA)
Dermatology
About Maria DeRosa, MPAS, RPA-C
A native of Rochester, Maria received her undergraduate degree from Rochester Institute of Technology in Biology with honors in 2000. She received her Masters Degree in Physician Assistant Studies with honors in 2003 from Arcadia University in Philadelphia, PA. She nationally certified by the National Commission on the Certification of Physician Assistants and is a registered Physician Assistant in New York State. She was also one of the the first Diplomate Fellows of the Society of Dermatology Physician Assistants. Maria has practiced Dermatology for the past 15 years in Rochester. She is experienced in both medical and cosmetic Dermatology and has treated patients of all ages.
Patient Education Resources
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...
What are the best sunscreens?
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...
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...
What can reduce the appearance of my acne scars?
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 ...
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 ...
What medications are used to treat acne?
There are several medications that can be used to treat acne, including:Topical retinoids (e.g. tretinoin, adapalene)Topical antibiotics (e.g. clindamycin, erythromycin)Topical benzoyl peroxideOral an...
There are several medications that can be used to treat acne, including:Topical retinoids (e.g. tretinoin, adapalene)Topical antibiotics (e.g. clindamycin, erythromycin)Topical benzoyl peroxideOral an...
Professional Affiliations
Greece Dermatological Associates
Our Board-certified dermatologists and Physician Assistants specialize in comprehensive care of skin disorders for adult and pediatric patients.
We provide the highest quality medical, surgical and cosmetic services with several areas of expertise, including contact dermatitis and skin cancer treatment and prevention.
Greece Dermatological Associates first opened its doors in 1981. Our physicians are on staff at Unity Hospital, Rochester General Hospital and Strong Memorial Hospital.
We provide the highest quality medical, surgical and cosmetic services with several areas of expertise, including contact dermatitis and skin cancer treatment and prevention.
Greece Dermatological Associates first opened its doors in 1981. Our physicians are on staff at Unity Hospital, Rochester General Hospital and Strong Memorial Hospital.