About Shauna Cole, PA-C
Shauna Cole, PA-C is a certified Physician Assistant providing care to patients in Rochester, New York at Dermatology Partners of WNY.
Shauna has been awarded Diplomate status by the Society of Dermatology Physician Assistants, the highest level of education given to PAs in her field.
Patient Education Resources
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...
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 Does Isotretinoin Work to Treat Acne?
Isotretinoin, previously marketed as Accutane, is a medication that is used to treat severe cystic acne that has not responded to other treatments. Isotretinoin is a form of vitamin A and works by ...
Isotretinoin, previously marketed as Accutane, is a medication that is used to treat severe cystic acne that has not responded to other treatments. Isotretinoin is a form of vitamin A and works by ...
If I have psoriasis, am I likely to get arthritis?
Psoriasis is a chronic skin condition that causes red, scaly patches on the skin. It affects about 2-3% of the population. People with psoriasis are at an increased risk of developing a form of arthri...
Psoriasis is a chronic skin condition that causes red, scaly patches on the skin. It affects about 2-3% of the population. People with psoriasis are at an increased risk of developing a form of arthri...
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...
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 can reduce the appearance of my acne scars?
Acne scars can be treated with a variety of methods, including:Topical treatments: Topical creams and gels containing ingredients such as retinoids, hydroquinone, and vitamin C can help to reduce the ...
Acne scars can be treated with a variety of methods, including:Topical treatments: Topical creams and gels containing ingredients such as retinoids, hydroquinone, and vitamin C can help to reduce the ...
Education & Training
Shauna grew up in Avon, NY and graduated from SUNY Brockport in 2002 with a Bachelor of Science degree in Biology and Psychology.
Shauna continued her education at Drexel University in Philadelphia and graduated in 2005 with a Master’s degree in Physician Assistant Studies. She began working in Dermatology and was fortunate enough to continue her practice outside of the area before returning to her roots in Upstate New York.
Shauna continued her education at Drexel University in Philadelphia and graduated in 2005 with a Master’s degree in Physician Assistant Studies. She began working in Dermatology and was fortunate enough to continue her practice outside of the area before returning to her roots in Upstate New York.
Dermatology Partners of WNY

We are a full-service dermatology center featuring the most advanced equipment and treatments available for all your dermatology needs. We offer medical and cosmetic care to patients of all ages, with two of our doctors specializing in pediatrics.
Our providers are experts in the field of dermatology who place a high priority on continuing education and are always staying current on the field’s latest treatments and procedures.
Our providers are experts in the field of dermatology who place a high priority on continuing education and are always staying current on the field’s latest treatments and procedures.