
Michele Pentz, PA-C
Physician Assistant (PA)
Dermatology
About Michele Pentz, PA-C
Michele R. Pentz, MPAS, PA-C is a certified Physician Assistant specializing in dermatology. Michele provides care to patients in the Fredericksburg Virginia area at Virginia Dermatology and Skin Surgery Center.
Michele has a wide variety of clinical experience, including pediatrics, general surgery, emergency medicine, OB/GYN, family practice, internal medicine, and behavioral medicine. She has in-depth experience performing skin care procedures, including full skin checks, the application of liquid nitrogen (cryotherapy), shave and punch biopsies, electrodessication and curretage for appropriate biopsy-proven skin cancers, and laser therapy.
Michele R. Pentz received her Masters of Physician Assistant Sciences from Saint Francis University in Loretto, Pennsylvania in 2012, where she graduated Magna Cum Laude. She has been Board-Certified by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants since 2012. She entered the field of dermatology at Keystone Dermatology & Center for Skin Surgery immediately after passing the exam; thereafter she joined Virginia Dermatology and Skin Surgery Center in March of 2015. Professional Dermatology Affiliations
Michele has a wide variety of clinical experience, including pediatrics, general surgery, emergency medicine, OB/GYN, family practice, internal medicine, and behavioral medicine. She has in-depth experience performing skin care procedures, including full skin checks, the application of liquid nitrogen (cryotherapy), shave and punch biopsies, electrodessication and curretage for appropriate biopsy-proven skin cancers, and laser therapy.
Michele R. Pentz received her Masters of Physician Assistant Sciences from Saint Francis University in Loretto, Pennsylvania in 2012, where she graduated Magna Cum Laude. She has been Board-Certified by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants since 2012. She entered the field of dermatology at Keystone Dermatology & Center for Skin Surgery immediately after passing the exam; thereafter she joined Virginia Dermatology and Skin Surgery Center in March of 2015. Professional Dermatology Affiliations
- American Academy of Physician Assistants (AAPA)
- 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...
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...
How Does Isotretinoin Work to Treat Acne?
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 ...
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 ...
What are some tips for treating dry skin?
Dry skin can be caused by a variety of factors, such as cold weather, low humidity, harsh soaps, and certain medical conditions. Here are some tips for treating dry skin:Moisturize: Moisturizing is th...
Dry skin can be caused by a variety of factors, such as cold weather, low humidity, harsh soaps, and certain medical conditions. Here are some tips for treating dry skin:Moisturize: Moisturizing is th...
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.