Melissa Brown, PA-C
Cosmetic Dermatology
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Melissa focuses on general dermatology and offers minimally-invasive aesthetic treatments. She stays current with the latest laser and aesthetic technology, including dermal fillers (Juvederm, Sculptra) and botulinum toxin (Botox).
About Melissa Brown, PA-C
Melissa Brown, PA-C is a physician assistant providing dermatology care to patients in the Sherman Oaks area at Honest Dermatology Skin & Laser Center. Melissa also serves as an Adjunct Professor of Clinical Medicine at USC’s Keck School of Medicine. In August 2009, Melissa was asked to become an ACE Speaker for Allergan Medical Facial Aesthetics. Melissa Brown, PA-C lectures and leads round table discussions on the use of Botox Cosmetic, Juvaderm, Latisse, and Sculptra. She is an active member of the California Association of Physician Assistants (CAPA) and of the Society for Dermatologic Physician Assistants (SDPA).
Patient Education Resources
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 are used to treat moderate to severe psoriasis. They are typically used when other treatments, such as topical creams and light therapy, have not been effecti...
The best way to find out if you have skin cancer is to have a skin examination performed by a healthcare professional such as a dermatologist. They will visually inspect your skin for any suspicious m...
Atopic dermatitis and eczema are often used interchangeably, but they are not exactly the same thing. Atopic dermatitis is a type of eczema.Eczema is a general term that refers to a group of condition...
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
Melissa is a southern California native and graduate from Quartz Hill High School before receiving her undergraduate degree in Biology with a minor in Spanish at Pacific University in Portland, OR. After graduation, Melissa worked as an EMT-I for Metro West Ambulance before attending the Keck School of Medicine at the University of Southern California (USC) where graduated with a Master's Degree of Physician Assistant Practice. It was at USC that Melissa trained with in cosmetic surgery procedures by Andrew Berman, MD, including Botox, dermal fillers (e.g. Restylane, Radiesse), and lasers.
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