Rebbecca Shea, MSPAS, PA-C


Physician Assistant (PA)
Dermatology

Aspire Dermatology
Barrington Medical Center
1525 Wampanoag Trail
Riverside, Rhode Island 02915
For an appointment, call 410-239-1800
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About Rebbecca Shea, MSPAS, PA-C

Rebbecca Shea graduated from the University of Rhode Island with a Bachelor of Science in Biological Sciences, Summa Cum Laude. She then went on to receive her Masters of Physician Assistant Studies at the Massachusetts College of Pharmacy & Health Sciences University in Boston. Rebbecca brings her expertise as a certified Physician Assistant to the patients of Aspire Dermatology, working alongside Dr. Jason Michaels.

Occupation: Dermatology Physician Assistant

Board Certification: 
National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistant (NCCPA)

Bachelor’s Degree: 
Bachelor of Science in Biological Sciences, Dean’s List, University of Rhode Island, Kingston, RI

Master’s Degree: 
Masters of Physician Assistant Studies, Massachusetts College of Pharmacy & Health Sciences University, Boston, MA

Affiliations: 
9/2012-Present: American Academy of Physician Assistants, 3/2016-Present: Society of Dermatology Physician Assistants

Patient Education Resources

Does Coolsculpting® really work?
CoolSculpting® is a non-surgical, non-invasive procedure that uses a device to cool targeted areas of fat, causing the fat cells to freeze and die. Over time, the body naturally eliminates these d...
Does it cost more to get a tattoo or to have it removed?
The cost of getting a tattoo and the cost of having it removed can vary depending on several factors such as the size, location, and complexity of the tattoo, as well as the experience and reputation ...
How do I find out if I have skin cancer?
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...
How is atopic dermatitis different from eczema?
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...
What are the possible treatments for my actinic keratoses?
Actinic keratoses (AKs) are precancerous skin lesions that can develop into squamous cell carcinoma, a type of skin cancer. Treatment options for AKs include:Cryotherapy: This procedure involves freez...

Professional Affiliations

Aspire Dermatology

Aspire Dermatology, with five conveniently located offices in Riverside, Newport, Johnston, Tiverton and Warwick, Rhode Island, is a highly professional provider of a full range of dermatology services from skin screenings and cosmetic procedures to Mohs surgery. Aspire Dermatology was founded by Jason Michaels, MD who has almost two decades of experience as a board-certified dermatologist and Mohs surgeon. He, along with his Nurse Practitioners, and staff of Physician Assistants and Aestheticians are ready to serve all your skin care needs professionally, respectfully and on a timely basis.