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Benincasa, Amanda

Amanda Benincasa, PA-C

Benincasa, Amanda

Amanda is a certified physician assistant specializing in medical, surgical and cosmetic dermatology at Schweiger Dermatology Group.

Amanda Benincasa, PA-C, brings extensive clinical and surgical experience to her dermatology practice. With more than 13 years of prior surgical experience in specialties including general surgery and vascular surgery, she offers a high level of precision, clinical judgment and refined technique in both medical and cosmetic dermatology. Amanda is passionate about skin health and anti-aging and approaches each treatment with a meticulous eye for detail. She is committed to delivering thorough, evidence-based and individualized care to every patient.

About Amanda Benincasa, PA-C

Amanda is a certified physician assistant specializing in medical, surgical and cosmetic dermatology at Schweiger Dermatology Group.

Amanda Benincasa, PA-C, brings extensive clinical and surgical experience to her dermatology practice. With more than 13 years of prior surgical experience in specialties including general surgery and vascular surgery, she offers a high level of precision, clinical judgment and refined technique in both medical and cosmetic dermatology. Amanda is passionate about skin health and anti-aging and approaches each treatment with a meticulous eye for detail. She is committed to delivering thorough, evidence-based and individualized care to every patient.

Amanda received her bachelor’s degree from Siena College in 2007 and earned her Master of Science in Physician Assistant Studies from Albany Medical College in 2013. She further advanced her dermatologic training by completing Schweiger Dermatology Group’s Advanced Practice Provider Fellowship Program. This rigorous program combines advanced academic education with hands-on clinical training under the mentorship of experienced dermatologists, allowing her to gain comprehensive experience in medical, surgical and cosmetic dermatology.

Amanda is certified by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants. She is a member of the New York State Society of Physician Assistants and remains dedicated to continuing education and excellence in patient care.

Education & Training

  • BA, Siena College
  • MS in physician assistant studies, Albany Medical College
  • Advanced Practice Provider program, Schweiger Dermatology Group

Experience

  • Certified physician assistant, Schweiger Dermatology Group
  • Certified physician assistant, vascular surgery, St. Peter’s Hospital
  • Certified physician assistant, general surgery, St. Peter’s Health Partners

Professional Memberships & Associations

  • New York State Society of Physician Assistants

Certifications

  • National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants

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