Calendula is a plant native to Asia and Europe that has been used in traditional medicine for centuries The dried …
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Megan is a certified Physician Assistant at Image Dermatology in Montclair, New Jersey. She joined Derm Collective as a medical advisor in April 2019.
Megan’s career as a Physician Assistant began in plastic surgery, where she worked on both aesthetic and reconstructive surgical procedures.
After 3 years in plastic surgery, Megan worked in family medicine. There she broadened her diagnostic abilities, learned to manage acute and chronic conditions from Diabetes to Cellulitis, and worked with specialists to manage complex conditions long-term.
Following her work in family medicine, Megan joined Image Dermatology in Montclair, NJ, as a dermatology physician assistant, managing skin conditions and aesthetic concerns.
Megan reviews many of Derm Collective's skin care articles for medical accuracy.
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• By Kelly Mikulec (reviewed by Megan Kera, M.S., PA-C)
Calendula is a plant native to Asia and Europe that has been used in traditional medicine for centuries The dried …
[Read more...] about Calendula: 6 Skin Care Benefits, Uses and More
• By SaVanna Shoemaker (reviewed by Megan Kera, M.S., PA-C)
Subclinical acne refers to tiny bumps that develop beneath the skin and are the first signs of acneThese bumps are …
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• By Kelly Mikulec (reviewed by Megan Kera, M.S., PA-C)
Itchiness is a very common symptom of acne due to several reasons including skin inflammation, irritation and …
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• By Kelly Mikulec (reviewed by Megan Kera, M.S., PA-C)
Glycolic acid is prized for its exfoliative and moisture-retaining propertiesIt can address acne and acne scars, fade …
[Read more...] about Glycolic Acid for Acne: How it Works, Efficacy, Best Products, Side Effects
• By Kelly Mikulec (reviewed by Megan Kera, M.S., PA-C)
The acid mantle is a protective film on the outermost layer of skin, the stratum corneumThis film is slightly acidic and …
[Read more...] about Low pH Cleansers: Benefits and How to Choose One