Samantha Waitzman, PA-C


Physician Assistant (PA)
Dermatology

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Pinnacle Dermatology
1124 Essington road
Joliet, Illinois 60443
For an appointment, call 815-744-8554
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About Samantha Waitzman, PA-C

Samantha Waitzman, PA-C is a certified Physician Assistant specializing in medical, general and cosmetic dermatology.

Samantha graduated from Indiana University with a degree in psychology, and attended Northwestern University’s Pre-Physician Assistant program. Samantha graduated from Rush University’s Physician Assistant program after an additional clinical training year in dermatology.

Samantha has worked in dermatology since 2009 and quickly found her passion for clinical research. She spent four years running clinical trials of medications used to treat a wide variety of dermatological conditions. Dermatology Professional Affiliations
  • American Academy of Dermatology (AAD)
  • American Academy of Physician Assistants (AAPA)
  • Illinois Academy of Physician Assistants (IAPA)
  • National Psoriasis Foundation (NPF)
  • Society of Dermatology Physician Assistants (SDPA) -  Diplomat

Patient Education Resources

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Education & Training

  • Medical School: Rush Medical College

Professional Affiliations

Pinnacle Dermatology

Samantha graduated from Indiana University with a degree in psychology, and attended Northwestern University’s Pre-Physician Assistant program. Samantha graduated from Rush University’s Physician Assistant program after an additional clinical training year in dermatology.

Samantha has worked in dermatology since 2009 and quickly found her passion for clinical research.  She spent four years  running clinical trials for phase I, II, and III medications used to treat a wide variety of dermatological conditions including pre-cancers, skin cancer, severe psoriasis, atopic dermatitis, acne and rosacea.  She keeps up with the latest advancements in the dermatology field offering her patients options and works together with her patients on the treatment plans.