Ann-Marie Llanes

Compassionate Dermatology Physician Assistant offering 10+ years' expertise in providing comprehensive medical and cosmetic dermatologic care to diverse patient populations. Proficient in diagnosing and treating complex conditions such as melanoma, squamous cell carcinoma, and psoriasis, while adept at performing a wide range of advanced procedures, including dermal fillers, botulinum toxin, laser resurfacing, biopsies, and patch testing. Skilled in managing high patient volumes and collaborating effectively with multidisciplinary teams.

Dedicated to delivering exceptional patient-centered care with a focus on safety, efficacy, and cutting-edge dermatologic advancements.

Dermatology Physician Assistant at Riverchase Dermatology (2025-06 – Present)

• Perform surgical excisions for melanoma, squamous cell carcinoma, and basal cell carcinoma with precise margin control and definitive treatment intent.
• Perform cosmetic treatments including dermal fillers, botulinum toxin injections, Mint PDO threads, and lasers such as Cool Peel, V Beam, and Medlite.
• Manage and optimize treatment plans for patients on biologics and JAK inhibitors for psoriasis, hidradenitis suppurativa, and atopic dermatitis with close clinical monitoring.
• Diagnose and treat complex skin cancers while utilizing intralesional fluorouracil for targeted squamous cell carcinoma management.
• Administer advanced medical therapies including Candida antigen for recalcitrant warts, fluorouracil for skin cancer, botulinum toxin for hyperhidrosis, and perform punch, shave, and incisional biopsies.
• Execute specialized dermatologic procedures including patch testing, electrodessication and curettage, cryotherapy, incision and drainage, intralesional Kenalog injections, and enforce strict adherence to iPLEDGE safety protocols for isotretinoin therapy.

Physician Assistant at Glass Dermatology (2023-04 – 2025-06)

• Provided comprehensive medical and cosmetic dermatologic care to patients of all ages; performed advanced cosmetic procedures including dermal fillers, botulinum toxin injections, and CO2 laser resurfacing.
• Oversaw treatment plans for patients on biologics and JAK inhibitors to effectively address psoriasis, hidradenitis suppurativa, and atopic dermatitis.
• Diagnosed and treated various skin cancers such as melanoma, squamous cell carcinoma, and basal cell carcinoma, while utilizing intralesional 5FU injections for squamous cell cancer.
• Administered Candida for wart treatment, fluorouracil for squamous cell carcinoma, and botulinum toxin for hyperhidrosis, while performing procedures such as punch, shave, and incisional biopsies.
• Conducted specialized treatments including patch testing, electrodessication and curettage, cryotherapy, incision and drainage, and intralesional Kenalog injections.
• Assessed procedural safety, adhering to protocols such as the iPLEDGE program for isotretinoin administration.
• Improved clinic efficiency by training new medical assistants in procedural support and medical terminology; trained estheticians in advanced procedures such as chemical peels, laser treatments, and microneedling.
• Completed 100+ hours of continuing medical education annually to stay updated on advancements in medical technologies and practices.
• Implemented Visual Dx to create patient education handouts in English and Spanish which improved accessibility and understanding for diverse patient populations.
• Organize and lead training programs for medical assistants on biologic processes.
• Reduced callbacks and medication errors by designing instructional handouts for patients using topical chemotherapeutic medications.

Physician Assistant at Anne Arundel Dermatology (2022-02 – 2023-04)

• Led comprehensive medical dermatologic care for patients of all ages with a focus on individualized treatment plans.
• Diagnosed and treated skin cancers including melanoma squamous cell carcinoma and basal cell carcinoma using evidence-based approaches.
• Performed non-invasive dermoscopic evaluations to assess dermatologic concerns and develop targeted treatments.
• Completed procedures such as punch shave and incisional biopsies to diagnose and treat various dermatologic conditions.
• Managed patients on biologic therapies to effectively treat psoriasis, hidradenitis suppurativa, and atopic dermatitis.

Physician Assistant at Wilmington Health (2020-08 – 2022-01)

• Identified and treated complex cases of melanoma, squamous cell carcinoma, and basal cell carcinoma while utilizing advanced techniques like intralesional 5FU injections.
• Executed procedures such as punch, shave, and incisional biopsies, along with advanced therapies including cryotherapy, electrodessication, and intralesional Kenalog injections.
• Directed biologic treatment strategies for patients with psoriasis, hidradenitis suppurativa, and atopic dermatitis to achieve improved disease management.
• Performed botulinum toxin injections, hyaluronic acid fillers, and chemical peels to enhance aesthetic results.

Physician Assistant at Metropolitan Dermatology (2019-03 – 2020-06)

• Conducted a wide range of cosmetic procedures including botulinum toxin PRP hyaluronic acid filler injections Kybella chemical peels microdermabrasion and microneedling.
• Utilized XTRAC laser technology to treat vitiligo psoriasis and atopic dermatitis effectively.
• Managed and optimized treatment regimens for patients on biologics addressing conditions such as psoriasis, hidradenitis suppurativa, and atopic dermatitis.
• Diagnosed and treated melanoma squamous cell carcinoma and basal cell carcinoma while performing advanced procedures such as punch shave, incisional biopsies, cryotherapy, and intralesional Kenalog injections.

Physician Assistant at Poblete Dermatology (2016-12 – 2019-02)

Master of Medicine in Physician Assistant Studies – Eastern Virginia Medical School (2015-06)

Bachelor of Business Administration in Marketing – Baruch College, City University of New York (2003-05)