Nichole M. Palomba
Melbourne ,FL
Summary
Qualified Dermatology Physician Assistant with comprehensive background in dermatological care, providing patient-centric treatment plans and assisting in advanced dermatological procedures. Demonstrated success in managing patient consultations and contributing to clinical improvements. Known for exceptional patient interaction and support, contributing to high patient satisfaction. Reliable team collaborator and adaptable to dynamic clinical needs.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Dermatology Physician Assistant
Florida Dermatology Associates
Cocoa Beach, FL
08.2025 - Current
- Perform shave, excisional and punch biopsies.
- Treatment of various conditions such as skin cancer, psoriasis, acne, atopic dermatitis, hidradenitis suppurativa and alopecia.
- Diagnosed and treated various dermatological conditions, ensuring patient-centric care and satisfaction.
- Developed comprehensive treatment plans, incorporating evidence-based practices for optimal patient outcomes.
- Conducted thorough skin assessments using diagnostic tools, enhancing accuracy in identifying conditions and treatment needs.
- Maintained compliance with industry regulations by staying up-to-date on continuing education requirements and best practices in the field of dermatology.
- Mitigated potential complications from medications or treatments by carefully monitoring patients for adverse effects or reactions.
Chief Preceptor and Affiliate Professor
Northeastern University
Boston, MA
03.2018 - Current
- Precept and educate second year physician assistant students in the fields of urgent care, family medicine and dermatology
- Provide lectures on specific topics such as billing and coding, primary care and dermatology
- Collaborated with faculty to align curriculum with current healthcare practices and policies.
- Established strong relationships with clinical staff to support student integration into healthcare settings.
Dermatology Physician Assistant
Dermatology Center of Worcester
Worcester, MA
06.2024 - 05.2025
- Perform full skin exams, evaluate for and treat skin conditions such as basal cell carcinoma, squamous cell carcinoma and melanoma
- Evaluate, diagnose and treat conditions such as eczema and psoriasis with topical and biologic treatments when necessary
- Discuss treatment options in a patient centered manner to optimize treatment success and patient outcomes
- Perform surgical procedures including shave biopsy, excision of MMIs and dysplastic skin lesions, electrodesiccation and curettage, punch biopsy, kenalog injections
- Collaborated with dermatologists to implement advanced therapeutic procedures, enhancing patient care quality.
- Enhanced patient understanding and compliance with treatment plans through detailed education and follow-up strategies.
- Diagnose and treat conditions such as acne, rosacea, alopecia, hidradenitis suppurativa, tinea infections, psoriasis, atopic dermatitis, prurigo nodularis and more
Family Med/Urgent Care Physician Assistant
FHCW
Worcester, MA
03.2018 - 06.2024
- Provide treatment with procedures when warranted for lacerations, abscesses, fractures, sprains and joint dislocations
- Interim medical director for 6 months, lead day-to-day operations, developed and tracked goals and objectives, managed staffing
- Provide primary and urgent care to a diverse and medically underserved community of patients of all ages by assessing, diagnosing, and managing a variety of complex physical and psychosocial issues
- Provide certified medication assisted treatment to panel of patients with opioid use disorder
- Provide age appropriate well child checks for infants aged one month and up
- Treatment of HIV and counseling on PREP
- Provide LARC and family planning
- Lead preceptor to physician assistant students for 5 years
- Interpret lab results and EKGs and provide preliminary reports on x-rays
Dermatology Physician Assistant
Regeneris Medical Dermatology
Taunton, MA
03.2023 - 05.2024
- Perform full skin exams, evaluate for and treat skin conditions such as basal cell carcinoma, squamous cell carcinoma and melanoma
- Evaluate, diagnose and treat conditions such as eczema and psoriasis with topical and biologic treatments when necessary
- Discuss treatment options in a patient centered manner to optimize treatment success and patient outcomes
- Perform surgical procedures including shave biopsy, excision of MMIs and dysplastic skin lesions, electrodesiccation and curettage, punch biopsy, kenalog injections
- Diagnose and treat conditions such as acne, rosacea, alopecia, hidradenitis suppurativa, tinea infections, psoriasis, atopic dermatitis, prurigo nodularis and more
Emergency Medicine Physician Assistant
Cambridge Health Alliance
Cambridge, MA
11.2015 - 01.2021
- Assess and triage patients to determine acuity of illness
- Provide care for pediatric to geriatric populations
- Experience in assisting with rapid intubations, codes, FAST exams and traumas
- Assist with complex procedures including chest tube placements, paracentesis, central line insertion
- Determining need for and performing procedures such as simple and complex laceration repair, joint reduction, incision and drainage of abscesses, digital block, foreign body removal and lumbar punctures
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to enhance patient care and streamline emergency services.
- Assessed need for, ordered, obtained and interpreted appropriate lab tests
Education
Master of Science -
Northeastern University
01.2015
Bachelor of Science Summa Cum Laude -
Northeastern University
01.2011
Skills
- Excision and suturing
- Patient centered care
- Skin rejuvenation
- Acne treatment
- Psoriasis management
- Injectable therapies
- Skin cancer screening
- Dermoscopy
Affiliations
- American Association of Physician Assistants 2015 – Current
- Society of Dermatology Physician Assistants 2022 – Current
Certification
- PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT Certification through NCCPA
- BOTOX AND DERMAL FILLER Certification through AME
- MAT CERTIFIED Medication assisted treatment
- BLS Basic Life Support
Training
- ELEVATE DERMATOLOGY EAST CONFERENCE – July 25th-28th 2024
- NORTHEAST DERMATOLOGY REGIONAL CONFERENCE – April 12th- 13th 2024
- SDPA SUMMER CONFERENCE- June 22nd-26th 2023
- AME - Botox and Dermal filler training –September 26, 2020
- SDPA DIPLOMATE FELLOWSHIP PROGRAM- Currently undergoing
Hobbies and Interests
Health and Fitness, Gardening, Teaching and Education
Continued Medical Education
- ELEVATE DERMATOLOGY CONFERENCE Nov 12th-16th 2025 (pending)
- NORTHEAST DERMATOLOGY REGIONAL CONFERENCE May 30th-June 1st 2025
- ELEVATE DERMATOLOGY EAST CONFERENCE – July 25th-28th 2024
- NORTHEAST DERMATOLOGY REGIONAL CONFERENCE – April 12th- 13th 2024
- SDPA SUMMER CONFERENCE- June 22nd-26th 2023
- AME -Botox and Dermal filler training –September 26, 2020
- SDPA DIPLOMATE FELLOWSHIP PROGRAM- Currently undergoing
Timeline
Dermatology Physician Assistant
Florida Dermatology Associates
08.2025 - Current
Dermatology Physician Assistant
Dermatology Center of Worcester
06.2024 - 05.2025
Dermatology Physician Assistant
Regeneris Medical Dermatology
03.2023 - 05.2024
Chief Preceptor and Affiliate Professor
Northeastern University
03.2018 - Current
Family Med/Urgent Care Physician Assistant
FHCW
03.2018 - 06.2024
Emergency Medicine Physician Assistant
Cambridge Health Alliance
11.2015 - 01.2021
Master of Science -
Northeastern University
Bachelor of Science Summa Cum Laude -
Northeastern University