Lips are vulnerable to the sun’s UV rays as the skin is thinner than that of the body and have very little protective …
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Megan Kera, M.S., PA-C
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.
Education
- B.S., Biology, Fairfield University - Fairfield, C.T.
- M.S., Physician Assistant
Societies
- Society for Dermatology Physician Assistants
- New Jersey State Society for Physician Assistants
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Medically Reviewed
Azelaic Acid Cream: Uses, Benefits, Side Effects and More
Azelaic acid cream is a topical treatment available in prescription and over-the-counter formulations This is a …
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How to Get Rid of Redness from Acne
Inflamed acne lesions cause redness on the skin When inflammation is reduced, this color will fade awayOver-the-counter …
Rosehip Oil for Acne: Does It Work, How To Use It, Benefits, and More
Rosehip oil is a natural treatment for acne and is available in both topical and supplement formIt is high in …
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Chin Acne: What It Means, Treatments and Prevention
Acne is a skin condition in which pores become clogged by dead skin cells, oil and bacteriaAcne on the chin is often …
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