About Therese Casas-Brown, PA
Therese Casas-Brown has been practicing as a Certified Physician Assistant, exclusively in Dermatology, since 2001. She graduated cum laude upon receiving her Bachelor of Science Degree from The Sophie Davis School of Biomedical Education at The City College of New York. Ms. Casas-Brown completed her Physician Assistant Program at Harlem Hospital Center in New York.
Prior to moving back to the NY/NJ area, Ms. Casas-Brown worked in Atlanta, Georgia where she enjoyed treating patients of all ages. Her warm demeanor, compassion and excellent dermatological skills have made her a popular provider in the practice. Ms. Casas-Brown has an excellent rapport with children and teenagers and is often requested for afternoon and evening appointments.
Patient Education Resources
Yes, you can switch biologic medications for psoriasis if one is not working effectively. Biologic medications are a class of drugs that target specific parts of the immune system that are involved in...
A dermatologist can make you appear more youthful by using a variety of treatments, such as:Topical creams and serums that contain ingredients like retinoids and hyaluronic acid to improve skin textur...
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...
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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
Adriana Ros, D.O.
The Dermatology Institute and Laser Center is dedicated to all your medical dermatology needs. From acne treatments to routine skin cancer exams to cyst removals, our mission is to provide comprehensive medical care to improve the quality of our patients' lives.
Our knowledge in general dermatology allows us to effectively manage and treat a broad scope of age ranges from newborns to the elderly. The latest research in therapeutics and advanced technology are incorporated to each patient's individual case.
Early detection and treatment are critical when there is a diagnosis of skin cancer. Routine annual skin examinations are recommended and performed by Dr. Ros. The three most common forms of skin cancer are basal cell carcinoma, squamous cell carcinoma, and melanoma (the deadliest form). The Dermatology Institute and Laser Center offers a broad range of services for skin cancer from cryosurgery to surgical excision.