Kerry Shafran, MD, FAAD

Dr. Shafran received his Bachelor of Arts in Biochemistry from Duke University, and received his medical degree from Bowman Gray School of Medicine at Wake Forest University, graduating with honors. Following an internship in internal medicine, he completed specialty training in dermatology at Medical University of South Carolina where he served as chief resident.
He was board certified by the American Board of Dermatology in 1991. Dr. Shafran has continued to advance his education with a number of national and local meetings annually focusing on the latest cosmetic and general dermatologic care. He is a preceptor for the Wake Forest University School of Medicine Physician Assistant Program and has been a speaker for Medicis discussing Dysport and for Zeltiq. He is a Fellow of the American Academy of Dermatology and a member of the American Society for Laser Medicine and Surgery, Dermatology Foundation Leaders Society, Charlotte Dermatology Association, North Carolina Medical Society, Mecklenburg County Medical society, and the American Society for Dermatologic Surgery.
In addition to general and surgical dermatology, Dr. Shafran provides a number of specialized services including skin cancer surgery, mole removal, age spot removal, and scar revision. He has over 20 years of experience in cosmetic treatments and is an expert in the use of Botox, Xeomin, Juvéderm, Restylane, Teoxane, laser and light-based therapies, and more.
He was board certified by the American Board of Dermatology in 1991. Dr. Shafran has continued to advance his education with a number of national and local meetings annually focusing on the latest cosmetic and general dermatologic care. He is a preceptor for the Wake Forest University School of Medicine Physician Assistant Program and has been a speaker for Medicis discussing Dysport and for Zeltiq. He is a Fellow of the American Academy of Dermatology and a member of the American Society for Laser Medicine and Surgery, Dermatology Foundation Leaders Society, Charlotte Dermatology Association, North Carolina Medical Society, Mecklenburg County Medical society, and the American Society for Dermatologic Surgery.
In addition to general and surgical dermatology, Dr. Shafran provides a number of specialized services including skin cancer surgery, mole removal, age spot removal, and scar revision. He has over 20 years of experience in cosmetic treatments and is an expert in the use of Botox, Xeomin, Juvéderm, Restylane, Teoxane, laser and light-based therapies, and more.
Erin Dodd, MD

Dr. Erin Dodd enjoys providing compassionate, comprehensive dermatologic care to people of all ages. Her clinical interests include skin cancer detection and treatment, general medical dermatology, hair disorders, and cosmetic treatments. She completed her undergraduate education at the University of Minnesota. She earned her medical degree from the University of Minnesota Medical School, where she completed a year-long research fellowship in dermatology and graduated Alpha Omega Alpha.
After internship at Hennepin County Medical Center, she trained in dermatology at the University of Chicago where she served as chief resident. Her work has been published in numerous medical journals, and she has presented at national and regional medical conferences. She is an Associate of the American Academy of Dermatology and served as resident board member for the Chicago Dermatological Society.
She was born and raised in Minneapolis and is excited for the warmer weather that North Carolina has to offer. She enjoys volunteering with animal rescue, running, traveling, creative projects, and spending time with her 3 (yes, three!) dogs.
After internship at Hennepin County Medical Center, she trained in dermatology at the University of Chicago where she served as chief resident. Her work has been published in numerous medical journals, and she has presented at national and regional medical conferences. She is an Associate of the American Academy of Dermatology and served as resident board member for the Chicago Dermatological Society.
She was born and raised in Minneapolis and is excited for the warmer weather that North Carolina has to offer. She enjoys volunteering with animal rescue, running, traveling, creative projects, and spending time with her 3 (yes, three!) dogs.
Lindsay Jayson, PA-C

Lindsay is a Board Certified Physician Assistant. Originally from Pensacola, FL, she received her Bachelor’s Degree in microbiology from the University of Florida. Lindsay graduated with her Master’s Degree in Physician Assistant Studies from the University of South Alabama. She has been a practicing physician assistant in North Carolina for more than 10 years.
She is an active member of the Society of Dermatology Physician Assistants and American Academy of Physician Assistants.
Lindsay offers appointments in all areas of general dermatology for children and adults. She performs dermatologic surgeries including biopsies & excisions, and is well trained in minor cosmetic procedures including Botox. Lindsay has been awarded the title of SDPA diplomate (one of only eight in NC), which is awarded after completing a rigorous and challenging set of training modules specifically geared toward being a dermatology PA. In her free time she enjoys staying active with her husband and two children.
She is an active member of the Society of Dermatology Physician Assistants and American Academy of Physician Assistants.
Lindsay offers appointments in all areas of general dermatology for children and adults. She performs dermatologic surgeries including biopsies & excisions, and is well trained in minor cosmetic procedures including Botox. Lindsay has been awarded the title of SDPA diplomate (one of only eight in NC), which is awarded after completing a rigorous and challenging set of training modules specifically geared toward being a dermatology PA. In her free time she enjoys staying active with her husband and two children.
Nikki Leahy, PA-C

Nikki is a Board Certified Physician Assistant, specializing and practicing in Dermatology for over 10 years. Originally from Ohio, Nikki attended the University of Toledo where she received her Bachelor of Science degree in Biology, with a minor in Chemistry and a pre-med focus. She then continued her education at the University of Toledo, graduating in 2006 with a Master of Science in Biomedical Sciences in Physician Assistant Studies. After graduating, Nikki moved to North Carolina to practice.
Nikki is an active member of the American Academy of Physician Assistants and the Society of Dermatology Physician Assistant. She offers appointments in all areas of general dermatology for adults and children. She performs dermatologic surgeries including biopsies and excisions and is also trained in Botox.
When not in the office, Nikki enjoys spending time with her husband, daughter and their 2 dogs.
Nikki is an active member of the American Academy of Physician Assistants and the Society of Dermatology Physician Assistant. She offers appointments in all areas of general dermatology for adults and children. She performs dermatologic surgeries including biopsies and excisions and is also trained in Botox.
When not in the office, Nikki enjoys spending time with her husband, daughter and their 2 dogs.
Ashley Noone, PA-C

Ashley is a Board Certified Physician Assistant. A North Carolina native, she grew up in the Lake Norman area before going on to receive a Bachelor of Science Degree in Biology from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. She then completed a Master of Physician Assistant Practice Degree at Campbell University and graduated with academic honors. While at Campbell, Ashley completed her training in multiple specialties including family medicine, general surgery and dermatology. She completed her elective dermatology rotations at Riva Dermatology prior to joining the practice.
She is an active member of the Society of Dermatology Physician Assistants, the Metrolina Association of Physician Assistants and the American Academy of Physician Assistants. Her appointments are offered for children and adults in all areas of general dermatology. Ashley values educating her patients and her special interests include surgical procedures, the evaluation and management of skin cancer, chronic disease management and preventative skin care.
In her free time, Ashley enjoys trying new restaurants, volunteering, traveling, and cheering on the North Carolina Tar Heels.
She is an active member of the Society of Dermatology Physician Assistants, the Metrolina Association of Physician Assistants and the American Academy of Physician Assistants. Her appointments are offered for children and adults in all areas of general dermatology. Ashley values educating her patients and her special interests include surgical procedures, the evaluation and management of skin cancer, chronic disease management and preventative skin care.
In her free time, Ashley enjoys trying new restaurants, volunteering, traveling, and cheering on the North Carolina Tar Heels.
Erin Dice, PA-C

Erin is a Board Certified Physician Assistant, specializing and practicing in dermatology for nearly 10 years. Originally from Boca Raton, Florida, Erin attended the University of Florida where she graduated with honors and received her Bachelors of Science in Occupational Therapy. She continued her schooling further and earned her Master’s of Science in Physician Assistant Studies from the college of medicine at the University of Florida. After graduating, Erin moved to North Carolina to begin practicing. Shortly after, she met her husband and started her family.
Erin is an active member of the American Academy of Dermatology and Society of Dermatology Physician Assistants. She offers appointments in all areas of general dermatology for children and adults. She performs biopsies, excisions, and minor cosmetic procedures. She also performs full body skin exams. When not at the office, Erin enjoys spending time with her husband, cooking, and playing outside with her two small children.
Erin is an active member of the American Academy of Dermatology and Society of Dermatology Physician Assistants. She offers appointments in all areas of general dermatology for children and adults. She performs biopsies, excisions, and minor cosmetic procedures. She also performs full body skin exams. When not at the office, Erin enjoys spending time with her husband, cooking, and playing outside with her two small children.
Mari H. Klos, LE, CMA

Licensed medical aesthetician and certified medical assistant with over a decade of experience working in a medical practice and providing numerous cosmetic and general dermatology services to the Charlotte and Lake Norman areas. These include patient consultations for physician provided services such as use of neurotoxins, all dermal fillers, Kybella, sclerotherapy, and cosmetic excision and radiotherapy treatments.
Expertise in many therapies includes anti-aging treatments for problems such as sun damage and associated broken blood vessels and pigmentation of the face, chest, arms and legs, melasma and other problems of excessive pigmentation in skin of all colors. Also perform acne extractions, injections, Acleara treatments and dermal infusion microdermabrasion in addition to treating rosacea, stretch marks, and acne and traumatic scars by various techniques.
Additional proficiencies include use of high-intensity RF microneedling and ablative and non-ablative laser therapies for tissue tightening of skin laxity and wrinkles, Intense Pulsed Light, 1064 ND:YAG leg vein, hair removal, microneedling, dermal subcision, TCA Cross treatment, superficial and deep epidermal chemical exfoliation, and macro and micro current therapies.
Expertise in skin care includes the use of Visia facial analysis, customized skin care programs with use of appropriate medical grade retinoids, exfoliants, anti-oxidants, skin repair and renewal products and photo protective agents. These include but not limited to agents from ZO Skin Health, Obagi Medical, iSClinical, Revision Skin Care, Lifeline, ColoreScience, SkinCeuticals, and NeoCutis.
Expertise in many therapies includes anti-aging treatments for problems such as sun damage and associated broken blood vessels and pigmentation of the face, chest, arms and legs, melasma and other problems of excessive pigmentation in skin of all colors. Also perform acne extractions, injections, Acleara treatments and dermal infusion microdermabrasion in addition to treating rosacea, stretch marks, and acne and traumatic scars by various techniques.
Additional proficiencies include use of high-intensity RF microneedling and ablative and non-ablative laser therapies for tissue tightening of skin laxity and wrinkles, Intense Pulsed Light, 1064 ND:YAG leg vein, hair removal, microneedling, dermal subcision, TCA Cross treatment, superficial and deep epidermal chemical exfoliation, and macro and micro current therapies.
Expertise in skin care includes the use of Visia facial analysis, customized skin care programs with use of appropriate medical grade retinoids, exfoliants, anti-oxidants, skin repair and renewal products and photo protective agents. These include but not limited to agents from ZO Skin Health, Obagi Medical, iSClinical, Revision Skin Care, Lifeline, ColoreScience, SkinCeuticals, and NeoCutis.
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