MISSION STATEMENT
To provide local CME that enhances the skills, knowledge, and function of its members in the practice of dermatology, as well as to provide a forum for communication, to build collegial relationships, and advance the utilization and team concept of PAs in the practice of dermatology.
MEET OUR TEAM
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Anne Lee, PA-C, MSPAS, MPHPRESIDENTAnne Lee was originally born in Taiwan and grew up in the San Francisco Bay Area. She received a Bachelor of Arts in Molecular, Cellular, Developmental Biology from the University of California, Santa Cruz. Mrs. Lee worked in a nonprofit health clinic in Santa Cruz for three years before attending Touro University where she received a Master of Science in Physician Assistant Studies and a Master of Public Health. She has been specializing in dermatology since 2007. Mrs. Lee currently works in Beverly Hills, CA and Glendale, CA. In her spare time, she enjoys spending time with her husband, traveling, cooking, and hiking.
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Erin Call, MSPAS, PA-CVICE PRESIDENTErin is originally from Santa Barbara, CA and completed her undergrad studies at Westmont College. Prior to PA school, she became a licensed EMT, worked in Internal Medicine and Plastic Surgery offices, and then served for several years as a lead medical and surgical assistant for a dermatologist and Mohs surgeon in Santa Barbara. Erin graduated with a Master of Science degree in Physician Assistant Studies from Pacific University of Oregon. She currently works in dermatology offices in Westlake Village and Santa Barbara, CA. From 2019-2021 Erin is also serving on the SDPA leadership team as the House of Delegates Representative to the AAPA. In her free time, Erin enjoys traveling, scuba diving, trying new restaurants, and spending time with friends and family.
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Anita Garrett, PA-CSECRETARYAnita Garrett has been a certified PA for 22 years graduating from the Stanford, Primary Care Associate Program in 1996. She had 2 ½ years of internal medicine experience before making the decision to join Dr. Jeffrey Crowley at Bakersfield Dermatology 19 years ago. She has extensive general and surgical dermatology experience seeing patients of all ages. She has recently added aesthetics to her scope of practice as well. She is passionate about her connection to her patients and making sure she delivers the best care she can as well as helping build the PA profession.
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Jaclyn Agopian, MPAP, PA-CTREASURERJaclyn Agopian, MPAP, PA-C is a board certified Physician Assistant specializing in general and cosmetic dermatology as well as laser medicine. She received her Master of Physician Assistant Practice degree from The Keck School of Medicine at the University of Southern California. As an expert in skin care, Jaclyn performs comprehensive adult and pediatric medical dermatology services. Jaclyn also excels in cosmetic dermatology and is committed to helping her patients maintain their youthful appearance. She is skilled in all advanced laser treatments as well as chemical peels and cosmetic injections. Jaclyn currently works in private practice in Sherman Oaks, California. She is a Fellow of the American Academy of Physician Assistants and of the Society of Dermatology Physician Assistants.
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Wendy Kao, MSPAS, MPH, PA-CDIRECTOR AT LARGEWendy is a nationally board certified Physician Assistant practicing in dermatology. Wendy grew up in Japan, Taiwan, and Cupertino, California. She earned her Bachelor of Science degree in Public Health Sciences from University of California, Irvine and her dual Master of Physician Assistant Studies (MSPAS) and Master of Public Health (MPH) from Touro University. Wendy is currently practicing medical, cosmetic, and surgical dermatology in Calabasas, CA.
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SARA WEISKIRCH, PA-CDIRECTOR AT LARGESara Weiskirch is a California-licensed and board certified physician assistant. She was born and raised in Orange County and received her Bachelor of Biological Sciences degree from University of California, Irvine. She then earned her Master of Science degree in Physician Assistant Studies from Bethel University, TN. She currently practices in West Hills and Sherman Oaks.
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ALEXA HERZIG, MHS, PA-CDIRECTOR AT LARGEAlexa Herzig, MHS, PA-C is a certified physician assistant specializing in medical, surgical and cosmetic dermatology. She was born and raised in Southern California. She received her Bachelor of Science degree in Neuroscience from The University of California, Santa Cruz and her Masters Of Health Services in Physician Assistant Studies from The University of California, Davis. Alexa is certified by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants and has an active Physician Assistant license in the state of California. She currently practices in Calabasas, CA.
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