How to Become a Dermatology PA: Tips from a Curology Provider | Laura Coral, PA-C

I'm back to share some tips for getting your dream PA job in dermatology! I'll also go into the details of what a day in the life of Derm PA looks like, and my journey to finding my current job as a Curology Provider! 👩🏽‍⚕‍
📚TRAINING MATERIALS MENTIONED
- Online Derm fellowship: www.dermpa.org...
- Clinical Textbook: www.amazon.com...
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[@pattycake101]

omg you have my dream life!! derm PA in cali working in telemedicine, can’t wait to see more from you!

[@gabrielanicacio8437]

Such a helpful video! I wanted to be a dermatology but now I'm thinking about being a PA but specializing in dermatology

[@LauraCoralPAC]

The PA career is amazing! I didn't start as a derm PA, but did eventually find that that was my calling. I've seen the PA path is more flexible than some of the colleagues I have worked with.

[@laurenmendez8861]

Can you make a video talking about your undergrad experience and the application process. What volunteering things and where you did internships or shadowed ?

[@beatriceines3456]

I’m a highschool senior but I want to become a PA ASAP! Do you think it’s “risky” to get a non vocational bachelors degree? I have this fear that I won’t get into PA school on the first cycle and be left jobless for a while with a degree that isn’t so useful. Right now I only know of the bachelors in nursing but I don’t wanna spend 5 years on my bachelors. I would rather just do a non vocational degree like kinesiology ahhh

[@LauraCoralPAC]

A few people in my PA program had a degree in kinesiology! You can major in what you like, as long as you complete the PA prerequisites

[@reginemanigque609]

I’m still working on my undergrad degree but I loved watching this video and I think I found a new interest in dermatology after this video! Thank you so much💗

[@LauraCoralPAC]

Thanks for letting me know! Good luck!

[@beatriceines3456]

Also I just finished your video and I love your energy and attitude! Congratulations on your success :) I hope to be like you

[@alicialloyd4227]

I am currently a teacher. What would it take for me to become a dermatologist assistant? Could I possibly get a job in a dermatologist’s office and go through the schooling as I work there?

[@toopie6584]

For undergrad I wanted to do a Bachelors of science in nursing Bc it’ll give me actual experience that’s slightly in the medical field. Do you think getting a degree like that would help getting into PA school? Ik a lot of ppl usually major in biology and other sciences but I’m not really interested in a degree like that.

[@LauraCoralPAC]

I think a degree in nursing is certainly a good option for both PA school or NP school later in the future!

[@mia-zs4de]

hi! im in my senior year of highschool, I was just wondering what majors you thought was best to major in for a future of a PA?

[@LauraCoralPAC]

Biology will give you most of the requirements you need, but honestly, you can major in anything as long as you complete the pre-requisites for PA school!

[@mia-zs4de]

@@LauraCoralPAC So i dont have to major in anything that is science related to get into PA school, but it would be recommended to major in a course like biology or nursing?

[@ocdude714]

The diplomats fellowship only applies to working derm pa(s)

[@jovanaphilip6381]

My bachelors is only three degrees, will I still be able to apply to the PA school?

[@LauraCoralPAC]

As long as you’ve met the prerequisites, you should be good!

[@amberj3941]

Hi Laura, current PA looking for a job in aesthetics, I’ve been in this field for over 4 years doing laser/light therapy. Looking to get into more of the skincare side of things. Do you know if curology would hire anyone from Los Angeles?

[@LauraCoralPAC]

It’s worth a try! You can always apply! 😉 good luck!

[@xomerlissa]

Are you still with Curology?

[@saiarunmadhireddy6388]

Hai Ma'am Iam MD doctor from India Can I work as a PA ,i just finished my Undergraduate degree called MBBS equal to MD in USA Now I want to come to USA as primary route i can take PA Help me is there any entrance exams for International students to study PA

[@LauraCoralPAC]

This is not my area of expertise, but I do know you have to be accredited in the United States to work as a PA.

[@nikkimehra9663]

Hey most universities only offer a masters degree for PA ryt so I'm thinking to get specialized as dermatologist pa so I'm thinking for a bachelor's degree I go to a esthician school and after that go for pa and work as dermatology pa will that work ???? Please reply

[@traciewiegand1070]

Before you apply to PA masters program you will have to earn a bachelors degree (preferably in the sciences that way you will meet the master’s program prerequisites) + 1000’s of patient care experience hours (this is where you can work as a Medical Assistant or LVN etc in a dermatologist office)

[@LauraCoralPAC]

Sounds like a good plan! I can’t guarantee you’ll get a derm job right out of school, but having experience in aesthetics may help!

[@CandiedDreamz]

I'm doing this exact plan right now. I'm about to graduate esthetician school and finishing up my bachelor. I plan on becoming a PA in dermatology as well!.

[@waltzjumper]

what is the benefit of seeing a PA when I can see an actual MD for the same price?

[@LorianandLothric]

PAs have better bedside manners. Doctors are more likely to be cold, rude, or dismissive.

[@dmendez123456]

Hiii Im looking to go to PA school! Would you say it’s worth it

[@LauraCoralPAC]

Absolutely!

[@laurenmendez8861]

Can you make a video about what pa school was like ?

[@LauraCoralPAC]

Yes! Check out my other video on what PA School is like! kzbin.info/www/bejne/r5ybgYawZ7loZ6M

[@sen4627]

love these videos! thank you sm!!

[@LauraCoralPAC]

Thank you! I’ll have another one going up soon! 😉

[@pogwef]

Do you know anything about Orthopedic PAs? I’m starting my senior year of undergrad and am looking to start PA school soon!

[@LauraCoralPAC]

Exciting! This is one of the specialities I’ll be researching and exploring more on my channel, so stay tuned!

[@mariecaron1051]

Hola Laura !

[@LauraCoralPAC]

Hola Marie!