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Karen Baker-Mesa, PA-C

Board-Certified Physician Assistant located in Coral Gables, FL & Miami, FL

About Karen Baker-Mesa, MPH, PA-C

Karen Baker-Mesa, PA-C, is a highly skilled and board-certified physician assistant with over 20 years of extensive experience in dermatology. She provides expert care to patients at South Florida Dermatology in Coral Gables, Florida.

A Miami native, she graduated pre-med from the University of Miami and holds a master’s degree in public health and a second bachelor’s degree in science from Nova Southeastern University in Fort Lauderdale, Florida.

With a focus on both pediatric and adult dermatology, Karen excels in diagnosing and treating a wide range of skin, hair, and nail conditions. Her expertise includes managing skin cancer, eczema, acne, rosacea, psoriasis, and hair loss.

Additionally, Karen is proficient in performing surgical and cosmetic procedures, ensuring each treatment plan is tailored to meet her patients' unique needs. She is dedicated to delivering high-quality care and believes that effective skincare requires a comprehensive approach.

Karen is also an accomplished speaker, having lectured at the American Academy of Dermatology (AAD) Conference, and has published articles on the vital role Physician Assistants play in enhancing patient care in dermatology settings.

She is actively involved with professional organizations, including the Florida Academy of Physician Assistants and the Society of Dermatology for Physician Assistants, further underscoring her commitment to advancing the field of dermatology.

Karen Baker-Mesa, PA-C

Karen Baker-Mesa, PA-C, is a highly skilled and board-certified physician assistant with over 20 years of extensive experience in dermatology. She provides expert care to patients at South Florida Dermatology in Coral Gables, Florida.

A Miami native, she graduated pre-med from the University of Miami and holds a master’s degree in public health and a second bachelor’s degree in science from Nova Southeastern University in Fort Lauderdale, Florida.

With a focus on both pediatric and adult dermatology, Karen excels in diagnosing and treating a wide range of skin, hair, and nail conditions. Her expertise includes managing skin cancer, eczema, acne, rosacea, psoriasis, and hair loss.

Additionally, Karen is proficient in performing surgical and cosmetic procedures, ensuring each treatment plan is tailored to meet her patients' unique needs. She is dedicated to delivering high-quality care and believes that effective skincare requires a comprehensive approach.

Karen is also an accomplished speaker, having lectured at the American Academy of Dermatology (AAD) Conference, and has published articles on the vital role Physician Assistants play in enhancing patient care in dermatology settings.

She is actively involved with professional organizations, including the Florida Academy of Physician Assistants and the Society of Dermatology for Physician Assistants, further underscoring her commitment to advancing the field of dermatology.


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Accepted Insurances

South Florida Dermatology accepts most major insurances, including the ones listed here. If you do not see your insurance listed, please call our office to confirm we accept your insurance.

We also accept out-of-pocket payments.

Ambetter
AvMed
Blue Cross Blue Shield
Cigna
Coventry Health Care
GHI
Golden Rule
Humana
Magellan Health
Medicaid
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
PHCS
Prestige
Simply Healthcare
Staywell