About Sara Pickett, PA-C
Sara is a licensed and board-certified physician assistant by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants.
She specializes in general dermatology and enjoys diagnosing and treating medical dermatologic conditions as well as surgical procedures. She believes it is important to educate her patients about the risks associated with chronic, unprotected sun exposure. By educating patients about prevention, she has a chance to impact the future health of their skin.
Patient Education Resources
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...
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...
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...
Botulinum toxin is a type of neurotoxin that is used for a variety of cosmetic and medical purposes. There are several different types of botulinum toxin available on the market, each with their own u...
Treatment for nail fungus (onychomycosis) can be challenging, as the fungus can be difficult to eliminate and may recur. Treatment options include:Topical antifungal medication: Over-the-counter antif...
Education & Training
She graduated from Midwestern University in 2004 with her master’s degree with an emphasis in dermatology. After working in the field of dermatology for 9 years in Denver, Colorado, she moved back to her native home state of Arizona in 2012 to join East Valley Dermatology Center. Sara is also an active member of the Society of Dermatology Physician Assistants and the American Academy of Physician Assistants.
Professional Affiliations
East Valley Dermatology Center
East Valley Dermatology Center provides cost effective and efficient care for disorders and conditions of the skin, as well as cosmetic procedures. We are committed to implementing leading edge technology, medications, and surgical techniques. Our use of Dermoscopy and electronic medical records enable us to provide state of the art skin cancer diagnosis and treatment.