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Wanting a woman to check your skin is a common request, especially for a full-body exam or a spot in a private area. Clinic websites rarely make it easy to find one.
This page lists every female dermatologist and female dermatology provider in Wichita we've verified, by name, credential and practice. Each person was confirmed from the practice's own provider page or the national NPI Registry, never guessed from a name.
Below, you'll find the roster, what the credentials mean, how to request a woman provider, and your privacy options during a skin exam.
Who are the female dermatologists in Wichita, KS?
We've verified 7 women dermatology providers in Wichita: 1 physician (a DO) and 6 physician assistants or nurse practitioners. Five work at Wichita Dermatology & Aesthetics, one at Heartland Dermatology, and one at U.S. Dermatology Partners. More listings are being verified.
| Provider | Credential | Role | Practice | Listed focus | Verified from |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chelsea Lee | DO | Physician | Heartland Dermatology | Not yet verified | NPI Registry; Heartland provider page |
| Karen Bohaty | PA-C | Physician assistant | Wichita Dermatology & Aesthetics | Skin checks, acne, psoriasis, alopecia, hyperhidrosis | Practice provider page |
| Christine Curl | MPAS, PA-C | Physician assistant | Wichita Dermatology & Aesthetics | Medical dermatology, cosmetic concerns, minor surgery, all ages | Practice provider page |
| Bridgette Hull | DNP, APRN, FNP-C | Nurse practitioner | Wichita Dermatology & Aesthetics | Medical and cosmetic dermatology, skin-cancer screening | Practice provider page |
| Sarah Johnson | APRN-BC | Nurse practitioner | Wichita Dermatology & Aesthetics | Skin, hair and nail disorders; skin-cancer prevention and surveillance | Practice provider page |
| Kara R. Nabbout | APRN-BC | Nurse practitioner | Wichita Dermatology & Aesthetics | Dermatologic, aesthetic and cosmetic care | Practice provider page |
| Kristen Ochsner | PA-C | Physician assistant | U.S. Dermatology Partners Wichita | Botox, dermal fillers, cosmetic dermatology | Practice provider page |
Listed by credential, then name. Not a ranking. Women providers at The Dermatology Clinic, P.A., Wichita Skin & Mohs and other U.S. Dermatology Partners providers: Not yet verified. Board status of Dr. Lee: Not yet verified.
Wichita Dermatology & Aesthetics has both an east office (1911 N Webb Rd) and a west office (4013 N Ridge Rd). Heartland has east and west Wichita offices. U.S. Dermatology Partners is at 3730 N Ridge Rd.
What's the difference between a female dermatologist and a female PA or NP?
A dermatologist is a physician (MD or DO) who completed a dermatology residency. A physician assistant (PA-C) or nurse practitioner (APRN, FNP-C) is a licensed provider who diagnoses and treats skin problems, usually working with a dermatologist on site.
For a routine skin check, a rash or acne, a PA or NP is a common first visit. For surgery or a complex condition, ask whether a dermatologist will be involved.
Do female dermatologists examine the groin area?
Yes, if you want them to. A full-body skin exam can include the groin, genitals and breasts, because skin cancer can appear there. You choose what's examined. Say which areas you want checked or skipped, and ask for a chaperone at any exam.
The wish for a woman provider often comes from exactly this. One Reddit poster looking for a female dermatologist explained they had "areas of my body that have been looking a bit suspicious" and would "feel more comfortable with a woman than a male." Replies recommended specific providers, and one said their dermatologist was thorough and made them comfortable.
Your options during an exam:
- Ask for a chaperone. Any provider, woman or man, can have a staff member present.
- Point to the spot. You don't need a full-body exam to have one area checked.
- Keep the gown on. Providers check one area at a time.
- Stop at any point. You can pause or decline any part of the exam.
How do you request a female dermatologist in Wichita?
Call the practice and ask for a woman provider by name, or say "the first available female provider." Asking for one specific provider narrows the schedule, so ask for the wait with that provider and with any woman on staff.
What to say when you call:
- "I'd like to book with a female provider. Who's available?"
- "Is she a dermatologist, a PA or a nurse practitioner?"
- "What's her first new-patient opening, and can I go on the cancellation list?"
- "Is there a woman provider at your other office with an earlier opening?"
Pro Tip: Five of the seven verified women providers work at Wichita Dermatology & Aesthetics. Asking for "any female provider" there gives you the widest choice of dates across both offices.
Wichita waits are long for everyone. People on r/wichita report two to six months for a first appointment. For more ways to get seen sooner, see our comparison of the best dermatologists in Wichita.
What will a dermatologist do for a rash?
A dermatologist looks at the rash, asks when it started, what you've tried and what makes it worse, and sometimes takes a skin scraping or small biopsy. Then they give a diagnosis and a treatment plan, usually a prescription cream or medicine, plus follow-up.
Being heard matters. A common complaint about any dermatologist, woman or man, is being prescribed something fast without questions. One poster asked for a female dermatologist after feeling that doctors "were not listening" and went straight to medication. Bring a list of what you've tried and photos of the rash as it changed.
For rashes, eczema, psoriasis and other conditions, see our medical dermatology guide. For a full-body check, see skin cancer screening in Wichita.
Ready to book? Request an appointment and note that you'd like a female provider. We'll help you find one with an opening.
Female Dermatologist FAQs
Who is a female dermatologist in Wichita, KS?
Chelsea Lee, DO, at Heartland Dermatology is the woman physician we've verified. Six women PAs and nurse practitioners also practice at Wichita Dermatology & Aesthetics and U.S. Dermatology Partners.
Can I ask for a female provider for a full-body skin check?
Yes. Ask when you book. You can also ask for a chaperone and choose which areas are examined.
Is a female PA as good as a female dermatologist?
PAs are trained to diagnose and treat common skin problems and often have earlier openings. For surgery or complex conditions, ask whether the dermatologist will be involved.
Will asking for a woman provider make my wait longer?
Sometimes. Asking for one named provider narrows the schedule. Asking for "any female provider" keeps more dates open.
Do female dermatologists treat men?
Yes. Every provider on this list treats patients of all genders.
Are there female dermatologists for cosmetic treatments in Wichita?
Yes. Kristen Ochsner, PA-C, lists Botox and fillers, and Kara R. Nabbout, APRN-BC, lists aesthetic and cosmetic care. See our cosmetic dermatology guide.