Informational Interview

Who is it with

Physician’s Assistant Sara Barr Works at North Atlanta Dermatology

Where did you get your start?

Attended LeMoyne College in Syracuse, NY for Physician’s Assistant Degree Has a BS in microbiology from Tennessee Technological University,

Cookeville, TN Worked in New York after graduating Moved to Atlanta 10 years ago after living in Nebraska Holds licenses in Georgia and Nebraska

Daily Routine

Works at a Dermatologist office Sees patients with a wide array of skin disorders Writes prescriptions, performs skin biopsies, laser birthmark removals,

clinical peels

What Do You Enjoy

Each day presents a new challenge Find skin fascinating Feel very secure in this job There are multiple locations so it keeps things interesting to see a wide

array of different patients

Aspects of the Job

Typical starting salary $60,000 Average salary $80,000 Hours are 8:30-4:30 Monday through Friday

Helpful Tips

Keep grades up Find a specialization that you are very interested in. Be flexible

It can be hard at times but it Is worthwhile.