Gary Vanetsky, PA

About Me

Gary Vanetsky is a board certified Physician Assistant with 17 years of experience. He has developed and refined his clinical practice in a wide variety of general dermatology as well as cosmetic procedures. His expertise includes over 20 different lasers and intense pulsed light devices.

Gary is a seven-time NCAA Academic All-American and holds an NCAA All-Around title in Men's Gymnastics, Division II & Ill.

He is passionate about sun protection and is a runner, reader, and yoga enthusiast. Gary and his wife, Corinna, live in Carlsbad raising their two sons.

Locations

Where I Practice

West Dermatology @ Encinitas

477 N. El Camino Real Ste D-308
Encinitas, CA 92024

Request Appointment (760) 436-2300

Insurance

Accepted Insurance

Provider Select, Inc.

Western Growers Assurance Trust/Pinnacle Claims

Accolades

My Training & Credentials

Undergraduate & Medical

Undergraduate: California Polytechnic State University Bachelor of Science degree in Nutritional Science and Biochemistry, San Luis Obispo CA

Graduate Education: Midwestern University Osteopathic Medical School Master of Medical Science (MMS) degree, Downers Grove Illinois

Post-Medical Training

Gary also trained in the field of dermatology for over three years with world-renowned dermatologists like Dr. Richard Fitzpatrick and Dr. Mitchel Goldman.

Board of Certification

Board Certified Physician Assistant (PA-C)

Professional Societies

American Academy of Physician Assistants
Society for Dermatological Physician Assistants
California Association of Physician Assistants

Testimonials

Patient Reviews

I love Gary! He always takes his time and is gentle and thorough. I've been going to him for years...I moved to Temecula four years ago and still make the trip to see him :)

Gina

Gary is "on it!" He's personable and technical, a good combo. I always have my "list" and he is great about zeroing in on my concerns and answering my questions.

Grace

I think Gary is an excellent provider of derm services. He is professional, knowledgeable and always upbeat. Over the years, I have tried several other docs before going to him but he’s a keeper!

Lucile

Gary is always prompt and always gives you time to discuss your issues. He is very knowledgeable and is great about putting together an effective plan of action.

Jean

Gary and all the staff are all the very best. So friendly and accommodating. thanks

Georgina

GARY IS THE BEST !!!!

Jody

I've been going to Gary for years. I can't say enough wonderful things about him. He's just the best!!!!

Jeanette

All parts of the process were handled very professionally. I like Gary and the other staff members' personalities and bedside manner. I would highly recommend you!

Thomas

Wonderful service

James

I have been seeing Gary for years. He detected an early melanoma on my back years ago, and it was successfully removed. Since then, I have seen Gary every six months. I trust him completely to detect the many skin cancers I hav...

Kathleen

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