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
Website

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 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 ...
How long does it take for a tattoo to disappear after laser tattoo removed?
The length of time it takes to remove a tattoo depends on several factors, including the size, location, and color of the tattoo, as well as the individual's skin type and overall health.The most ...
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...
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...
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...

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.