Abour Lydia Amador

Lydia Amador, MSPA, PA-C, is a board-certified Physician Assistant with a passion and expertise for comprehensive and compassionate dermatologic care. 

 

She earned her Bachelor of Science in Environmental Chemistry from UC San Diego and her Master of Science in Physician Assistant Studies from Southern California University of Health Sciences. She is board-certified by the National Commission of Physician Assistants and is an active member of both the American Academy of Physician Associates (AAPA) and the California Academy of PAs (CAPA). 

 

Lydia provides thorough and compassionate care across a broad spectrum of medical, pediatric and cosmetic dermatologic conditions, with clinical expertise in acne, eczema, psoriasis, skin cancer and skin cancer surveillance, geriatric and elderly skin, and other acute and chronic skin concerns. She is deeply committed to patient advocacy and education, believing that empowered patients make informed decisions that lead to better long-term health. 

 

She prides herself in staying up-to-date with the latest published medical and dermatologic literature and experienced with the newest advances in dermatology to ensure that her patients receive the best care possible. Lydia collaborates closely with the physician and surgeon teams at CDMS, combining the best in evidence-based practices with a world-class, patient-centered approach to provide truly optimized care. 

 

Outside of clinic, Lydia enjoys spending time with her husband, two children, and their dog. She also has a love for roasting coffee, reading, and baking.