Rachel Sammis-Falk, PA-C


Physician Assistant (PA)
Dermatology

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UW Medical Center - Dermatology
University of Washington
Department of Dermatology
Seattle, Washington 98195-6524
For an appointment, call 206-543-5290
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About Rachel Sammis-Falk, PA-C

Rachel Sammis-Falk, P.A.-C. is a board certified physician assistant at the Dermatology Clinic at UWMC-Roosevelt.  Rachel considers it an honor to be part of her patient's medical care and strives to provide the highest quality of care while helping her patients navigate today's complex medical system.

Sammis-Falk received her medical education a the University of South Carolina. From there, she joined the US Army and served three years on active duty caring for soldiers and their families at Joint Base Lewis McChord Sammis-Falk’s clinical interests include preventative medicine, skin cancer screening, and acne.

Conditions Treated

Acne
Aging Skin & Wrinkles
Allergic Contact Dermatitis
Atopic Dermatitis
Hair Loss (Balding)
Psoriasis
Rosacea
Seborrheic Keratosis
Skin Cancer
Warts

Patient Education Resources

Can I switch the biologic medications I’m using to treat my psoriasis?
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Does the food I eat affect my acne?
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...
How do biologics work to treat my eczema?
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What are some basic acne skin care tips?
Here are some basic acne skin care tips that may help to reduce the appearance and severity of acne:Cleanse your skin gently: Use a mild, non-abrasive cleanser to wash your face twice a day. Avoid usi...

Professional Affiliations

UW Medical Center - Dermatology

UW Division of Dermatology

We are proud to be one of the top teaching programs in the United States, offering training to
Residents, Fellows, Medical Students, and other medical trainees both within dermatology and from other specialities such as internal medicine, family medicine, oral biology and more.

UW Dermatology provides direct training in dermatology through our Residency Program, our Procedural Dermatology Fellowship, and through our Medical Student Clerkships.