Amber began practicing as a Licensed Aesthetician in May 2011 after graduating with honors from the Aesthetics program at Carteret Community College. Since beginning her career in Dermatology, she has received extensive training in the treatment of rosacea, hyperpigmentation, acne, fine lines and wrinkles, melasma, skin rejuvenation and laser hair removal. She is also specialized in several breakthrough technologies including the use of a variety of lasers, Ultherapy, and Exilis®. Amber has been with Eastern Dermatology and Pathology since 2009 and has fallen in love with rejuvenating her patients' skin. Since joining our team, we know she has truly found her niche and we look forward to sharing her talent with you!
Office Location:
New Bern
3311 Trent Road
New Bern, NC 28562
252-634-2885
Mon-Thurs 8:00am - 5:00pm
Fri 8:00am - 12:00pm
Stacy has been with Eastern Dermatology and Pathology since moving to New Bern in 2004. Before graduating from Craven Community College in 2006, Stacey practiced as a medical assistant at Eastern Dermatology and Pathology. Since then, she has trained and excelled in treatments such as sclerotherapy, filler, BOTOX® Cosmetic and hyperhydrosis. Stacy has also specialized in various body sculpting treatments such as Vanquish ME™ and coolsculpting®. She says what she loves most about dermatology is seeing her patients progress throughout their treatment. She truly enjoys building a newfound confidence through dermatology with each patient and hopes to have this same opportunity with you!
Office Location:
New Bern
3311 Trent Road
New Bern, NC 28562
252-634-2885
Mon-Thurs 8:00am - 5:00pm
Dr. Mathijs Brentjens earned a Bachelor of Science degree from Davidson College, a Master of Science degree in Mathematics from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and his medical degree from State University of New York in Buffalo. He completed his Dermatology Residency at the University of Texas, Medical Branch at Galveston and is board certified in Dermatology. Dr. Brentjens received the William N. Reynolds Fellowship and has contributed to several publications.
Office Location:
Edenton
204 Earnhardt Drive
Edenton, NC 27932
252-482-5661
Mon-Thurs 8:00am - 5:00pm
Fri 8:00am - 12:00pm
Elizabeth City
800 N McPherson Crossing
Elizabeth City, NC 27909
252-331-1780
Tue-Thu 8:00am - 5:00pm
Paige House is a Registered Nurse and Licensed Aesthetician. She has been practicing in the aesthetic field for over 20 years. The services she offers include sclerotherapy, dermal fillers, BOTOX® Cosmetic, laser therapy and skin rejuvenation.
Office Location:
Greenville
420 Spring Forest Road
Greenville, NC 27834
252-752-4124
Mon-Thurs 8:00am - 5:00pm
Fri 8:00am - 12:00pm
Paula King is a board certified family nurse practitioner. She graduated from Georgetown University with a masters of science in nursing in 1994 and has been an aesthetics injector for 16 years. Paula is skilled in injecting all neurotoxins, hyaluronic fillers, Radiesse, Sculptra, and PRP including face and body treatments. She has been a national trainer in neurotoxin for the last two years. Paula is currently accepting new aesthetic patients in our Newport office.
Office Location:
Crystal Coast
1840 Highway 24
Newport, NC 28570
252-223-0400
Mon-Thurs 8:00am - 5:00pm
Fri 8:00am - 12:00pm
Dr. Eric Howell completed his undergraduate degree at North Carolina State University, graduating Summa Cum Laude with a Bachelor of Science in Microbiology. He earned his medical degree from the Brody School of Medicine at East Carolina University and completed his internal medicine internship and Dermatology Residency at Pitt County Memorial Hospital/Brody School of Medicine before entering private practice. Dr. Howell is board certified in Dermatology and is currently accepting new patients.
Office Location:
Greenville
420 Spring Forest Road
Greenville, NC 27834
252-752-4124
Mon-Thurs 8:00am - 5:00pm
Fri 8:00am - 12:00pm
With over 25 years experience in the field of Medical Aesthetics, Stephanie Humbles is the Director of Cosmetics in the Greenville office. She takes great pride in designing clinical treatment programs for patients that deliver optimal outcomes and high levels of patient satisfaction. Services she offers include SilkPeel™, various laser treatments, chemical peels and microneedling.
Office Location:
Greenville
420 Spring Forest Road
Greenville, NC 27834
252-752-4124
Mon-Thurs 8:00am - 5:00pm
Fri 8:00am - 12:00pm
Dr. Mary Helen Allen Hutchinson earned her undergraduate degree from Queens College in Charlotte and graduated Magna Cum Laude. She received her Master of Business Administration from Wake Forest University and her medical degree from the Brody School of Medicine at East Carolina University. She completed a pediatrics internship at the University of North Carolina before completing a dermatology residency at Duke University Medical Center. Dr. Hutchinson is board certified in Dermatology, and is currently accepting new patients.
Office Location:
Greenville
420 Spring Forest Road
Greenville, NC 27834
252-752-4124
Mon-Thurs 8:00am - 5:00pm
Fri 8:00am - 12:00pm
Cheryl Jaros earned her Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from the University of Rhode Island and later went on to earn her Master of Health Science degree in Physician Assistant Studies from the University of South Alabama in Mobile. She has been working as a PA since 1999 and joined Eastern Dermatology & Pathology in 2009. Ms. Jaros is a certified Physician Assistant and is currently accepting new patients.
Office Locations:
Crystal Coast
1840 Highway 24
Newport, NC 28570
252-223-0400
New Bern
3311 Trent Road
New Bern, NC 28562
252-634-2885
Mon-Thurs 8:00am - 5:00pm
Fri 8:00am - 12:00pm
Valerie Knight earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Medical Science as well as a Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology from Alderson-Broaddus College. Prior to joining Eastern Dermatology and Pathology, Ms. Knight worked at Physician’s East. She is a certified Physician Assistant and is currently accepting new patients.
Office Location:
Greenville
420 Spring Forest Road
Greenville, NC 27834
252-752-4124
Mon-Thurs 8:00am - 5:00pm
Fri 8:00am - 12:00pm
Dr. Richard Lewis earned his Bachelor of Science degree from Wake Forest University and graduated Cum Laude. He earned his medical degree from the Brody School of Medicine at East Carolina University where he also completed an internship in internal medicine. He completed his Dermatology Residency at the Medical College of Virginia and his fellowship in Mohs Micrographic Surgery at the Medical University of South Carolina. Dr. Lewis is Board Certified in Dermatology, as well as Board Certified in Micrographic Dermatologic Surgery.
Office Location:
Greenville
420 Spring Forest Road
Greenville, NC 27834
252-752-4124
Mon-Thurs 8:00am - 5:00pm
Fri 8:00am - 12:00pm
Jennifer McCarren has been specializing in Dermatology since receiving her Master of Physician Assistant degree from Duquesne University in 2001. She completed her undergraduate studies at Duquesne University, where she earned her Bachelor of Science in Health Sciences and graduated Magna Cum Laude. Jennifer has extensive experience in treating hair, skin and nail diseases of all ages and ethnic groups. Jennifer is a board certified physician assistant and is currently accepting new patients.
Office Location:
Greenville
420 Spring Forest Road
Greenville, NC 27834
252-752-4124
Mon-Thurs 8:00am - 5:00pm
Fri 8:00am - 12:00pm
Dr. Brent Mizelle earned both his Bachelor of Science degree in Biology and his medical degree from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. He completed his internship in internal medicine from the Moses H. Cone Memorial Hospital in Greensboro and his Residency in Dermatology at the University of North Carolina Hospitals in Chapel Hill. Dr. Mizelle is board certified in Dermatology and is currently accepting new patients.
Office Locations:
Crystal Coast
1840 Highway 24
Newport, NC 28570
252-223-0400
New Bern
3311 Trent Road
New Bern, NC 28562
252-634-2885
Mon-Thurs 8:00am - 5:00pm
Fri 8:00am - 12:00pm
Dr. Richard Murphy earned his Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and his medical degree from the Brody School of Medicine at East Carolina University. He completed an internship in internal medicine at the Medical University of South Carolina and his residency in Dermatology at the University of Virginia. Dr. Murphy is board certified in Dermatology and is currently accepting new patients.
Office Location:
Greenville
420 Spring Forest Road
Greenville, NC 27834
252-752-4124
Mon-Thurs 8:00am - 5:00pm
Fri 8:00am - 12:00pm
Dr. Todd Nelson earned his Bachelor of Science degree in Biology from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and his medical degree from the Brody School of Medicine at East Carolina University. He completed his internship in Internal Medicine and his Dermatology Residency at Pitt County Memorial Hospital/Brody School of Medicine before entering private practice. Dr. Nelson is board certified in Dermatology and is currently accepting new patients.
Office Locations:
Crystal Coast
1840 Highway 24
Newport, NC 28570
252-223-0400
New Bern
3311 Trent Road
New Bern, NC 28562
252-634-2885
Mon-Thurs 8:00am - 5:00pm
Fri 8:00am - 12:00pm
Stacey has been with Eastern Dermatology and Pathology since 2012. She graduated with honors from the Aesthetics program at Carteret Community College in 2016, and also received her certification in Medical Aesthetics. Stacey specializes in microdermabrasion, epidermal planing, chemical peels, skin care, and Jane Iredale® makeup. Stacey is a New Bern native and currently resides in Fort Barnwell.
Office Location:
New Bern
3311 Trent Road
New Bern, NC 28562
252-634-2885
Mon-Thurs 8:00am - 5:00pm
Fri 8:00am - 12:00pm
Dr. John Papalas received a Bachelor of Science of Arts degree from North Carolina State University and he received his medical degree from the Brody School of Medicine at East Carolina University. He completed both his residency in Anatomic and Clinical Pathology and a fellowship in Dermatopathology at Duke University Medical Center. He is Board certified in Anatomic and Clinical Pathology and in Dermatopathology.
Office Location:
Greenville
420 Spring Forest Road
Greenville, NC 27834
252-752-4124
Mon-Thurs 8:00am - 5:00pm
Fri 8:00am - 12:00pm
Dr. Randall Proctor, Jr. earned his Bachelor of Science degree from East Carolina University and graduated Cum Laude. Prior to medical school, he received a Master of Business Administration with a focus in Health Care Management from East Carolina Univeristy. He earned his medical degree from the Brody School of Medicine at East Carolina University. He completed an internship in internal medicine at Vidant Medical Center where he also completed his Residency in Dermatology. He served as Chief Resident in his final year of training. He completed a fellowship in Mohs Micrographic Dermatologic Surgery at Surgical Dermatology Group in Birmingham, Alabama. Dr. Proctor is Board Certified in Dermatology. He is also Board Certified in Micrographic Dermatologic Surgery as issued from the American College of Mohs Surgery.
Office Location:
Greenville
420 Spring Forest Road
Greenville, NC 27834
252-752-4124
Mon-Thurs 8:00am - 5:00pm
Fri 8:00am - 12:00pm
Katie graduated from Miller Motte College in 2011 with a Certificate in Aesthetics Technology. She was licensed by the State of North Carolina that same year. She received her Certification in Microdermabrasion and Chemical Peels and is also a Certified Aesthetic Consultant. Katie specializes in treatments including HydraFacial, Ultherapy, coolsculpting® and Isolaz.
Office Location:
Greenville
420 Spring Forest Road
Greenville, NC 27834
252-752-4124
Mon-Thurs 8:00am - 5:00pm
Fri 8:00am - 12:00pm
Dr. Cameron Smith earned his Bachelor of Arts in Psychology and his medical degree from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. He completed an internship in internal medicine and his Dermatology Residency there as well. Dr. Smith was a Dermatologist for the United States Air Force. He is board certified in Dermatology and is currently accepting new patients.
Office Location:
Greenville
420 Spring Forest Road
Greenville, NC 27834
252-752-4124
Mon-Thurs 8:00am - 5:00pm
Fri 8:00am - 12:00pm
Dr. Virginia Taylor earned her medical degree from the University of South Carolina School of Medicine and graduated Magna Cum Laude. She completed her internship at Palmetto Health Richland Hospital in Columbia, SC and later completed her Dermatology Residency from the Brody School of Medicine at East Carolina University. Dr. Taylor is board certified in Dermatology and is currently accepting new patients.
Office Location:
Greenville
420 Spring Forest Road
Greenville, NC 27834
252-752-4124
Mon-Thurs 8:00am - 5:00pm
Fri 8:00am - 12:00pm
Joan is a Registered Nurse with over 35 years experience in the medical profession. She graduated from Norfolk General Hospital School of Nursing and attended Old Dominion University. She is Laser & IPL Certified in hair removal, skin rejuvenation, and all clinical skin modalities, as well as botulinum and Dermal filler injectables. She has been an Advanced National Educator for PCA Skin since 2003 and travels extensively to teach other skin care professionals. She relocated from Virginia Beach back to Eastern North Carolina in 2007. Her passion is helping patients achieve healthy, beautiful skin at whatever age they may be.
Office Locations:
Crystal Coast
1840 Highway 24
Newport, NC 28570
252-223-0400
New Bern
3311 Trent Road
New Bern, NC 28562
252-634-2885
Mon-Thurs 8:00am - 5:00pm
Fri 8:00am - 12:00pm
Dr. Millie Warren completed her undergraduate studies at Wake Forest University, where she earned her Bachelor of Science in Health and Exercise Science and graduated with honors. She was a recipient of the prestigious Intramural Research Training Award from the National Institutes of Health. She attended medical school at the Brody School of Medicine at East Carolina University. Dr. Warren completed her internship in pediatrics at East Carolina University and completed her Dermatology Residency at Eastern Virginia Medical School. Dr. Warren is board certified in Dermatology and is currently accepting new patients.
Office Locations:
Crystal Coast
1840 Highway 24
Newport, NC 28570
252-223-0400
Mon & Wed 8:00am - 5:00pm
Fri 8:00am - 12:00pm
Elizabeth Dryden has been a board certified Physician Assistant since 2011. She graduated from the University of North Carolina-Wilmington cum laude with a Bachelor of Science degree in Biology. She obtained her Masters Degree in Physician Assistant Studies from the University of Florida College of Medicine. She has backgrounds in both dermatology and surgery. She is a Carteret County native and lives in Newport, NC with her husband Matt and her two children.
Office Locations:
Crystal Coast
1840 Highway 24
Newport, NC 28570
252-223-0400
Mon & Wed 8:00am - 5:00pm
Fri 8:00am - 12:00pm
Dakota Webster completed the Physician Associate program at the University of Oklahoma, receiving a Masters of Health Sciences degree after receiving a Bachelors of Science degree from the University of Science and Arts of Oklahoma. Dakota moved to the North Carolina coast after completion of his training and worked as an Internal Medicine PA prior to joining Eastern Dermatology and Pathology. Dakota is a board certified physician assistant and is currently accepting new patients.
Office Location:
Edenton
204 Earnhardt Drive
Edenton, NC 27932
252-482-5661
Mon-Thurs 8:00am - 5:00pm
Fri 8:00am - 12:00pm
Elizabeth City
800 N McPherson Crossing
Elizabeth City, NC 27909
252-331-1780
Tue-Thu 8:00am - 5:00pm
Erin McGillicuddy Hurd is a local girl with strong ties to this community. Erin is a Board Certified Dermatology Nurse Practitioner. She is only one of three in the State of North Carolina to hold this distinction. Erin is a 1999 graduate of J. H. Rose High School and graduated from Wake Forest University in 2003 with a Major in Communication and a Minor in International Studies and Global Trade and Commerce. Upon graduation, she worked in PR and Marketing in Winston-Salem, however realized her true love was helping others and returned home to pursue a nursing degree. She attended ECU College of Nursing and graduated with her BSN in 2008. She worked as a cardiac nurse putting herself though her Masters Program at UNC Chapel Hill, and achieved her FNP License in 2014. For the past 5 years, she has worked as a Dermatology Nurse Practitioner at ECU Dermatology, where after 3 years she achieved her Board Certification in Dermatology. Erin is married to Toby, and has two children, daughter Finn who is 3 and son Bennett who is 6 months. They make their home in Greenville. Mrs. Hurd is currently accepting new patients.
Office Location:
Greenville
420 Spring Forest Road
Greenville, NC 27834
252-752-4124
Mon-Thurs 8:00am - 5:00pm
Fri 8:00am - 12:00pm
Brighton Gibson was born and raised in Conway, South Carolina. She relocated to North Carolina a few years ago to pursue her dream job of becoming an Aesthetician. She graduated from the esthetics program at Carteret Community College in May 2019. She joined our Cosmetic team in August and has been fully trained by our Physicians and our Cosmetic staff. Brighton is a part of EDP Cosmetics in the Crystal Coast Office. She is looking forward to treating new patients for any of their skin care needs!
Office Location:
Crystal Coast
1840 Highway 24
Newport, NC 28570
252-223-0400
Mon-Thurs 8:00am - 5:00pm
Friday 8:00am - Noon
Nita J. Lee earned her Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. She then attended Beaufort Community College, becoming a registered nurse and graduating with the top GPA in her class. First working as a labor and delivery nurse at Vidant Hospital in Greenville, she decided to continue her studies, becoming a licensed aesthetician, graduating with honors from Craven Community College in New Bern. Nita is a Beaufort County native living in Washington, with her husband, Steven and their four children. She is passionate about skincare, and specializes in microdermabrasion, chemical peels, and dermaplaning.
Office Location:
Washington
142 Avon Avenue
Washington, NC 27889
252-946-1340
Mon-Thurs 8:00am - 5:00pm
Friday 8:00am - Noon
Tania has been with with EDP Cosmetics in our New Bern office since October 2018. She moved to the area from Pinehurst, NC where she worked as an aesthetician at a laser institution. She graduated from Central Carolina Community College at the top of her class in 2017. She is certified in dermal infusions, chemical peels, microdermabrasions, dermaplaning, microcurrent, micro-needling and lash lifts. She also offers a variety of facials and back facials. When not at work she enjoys spending time with her two daughters and her french bulldog LuLu.
Call our New Bern location to schedule with Tania for any of your skin care needs!
Office Location:
New Bern
3311 Trent Road
New Bern, NC 28562
252-634-2885
Mon-Thurs 8:00am - 5:00pm
Fri 8:00am - 12:00pm
Sarai Jolie Townsend became an Aesthetician in 2003 and has been in love with the field ever since. She has had extensive training over the years and has worked with numerous product lines. She puts her patients at ease. Sarai is married to Patrick, has two daughters Adalyn and Lila and a house full of pets!
Office Location:
New Bern
3311 Trent Road
New Bern, NC 28562
252-634-2885
Mon-Thurs 8:00am - 5:00pm
Fri 8:00am - 12:00pm
Jennifer Scott has been a board certified Physician Assistant since 2010. She graduated from North Carolina State University magna cum laude in 2007 with a Bachelors of Science in Structural and Molecular Biochemistry. She graduated from East Carolina University in 2009 with a Masters of Medical Sciences in Physician Assistant Studies. She lives in New Bern with her husband and two kids. She is currently accepting new patients.
Office Location:
New Bern
3311 Trent Road
New Bern, NC 28562
252-634-2885
Mon-Thurs 8:00am - 5:00pm
Fri 8:00am - 12:00pm
Our practice offers the latest advancements for the management and treatment of various skin disorders.
These conditions include:
Click here to access our glossary for information on all skin conditions of which we have available treatments.
Here are the aesthetic services offered at this location:
The FDA-cleared Nordlys™ system has four primary technologies: Narrowband intense pulsed light (IPL), which minimizes treatment risks relative to broadband IPL (BBL), two fractional non-ablative skin resurfacing technologies, and Nd:YAG 1064 nm laser technology.
Light & Bright™ Interactive Brochure
ZO® Skin Health provides a comprehensive range of solutions that will restore skin to a healthy state. From correcting sun damage and pigmentation to acne and aging, ZO® offers a simple, systematic approach to creating and maintaining healthy skin.
EltaMD® sunscreens are formulated with transparent zinc oxide and are non-comedogenic, sensitivity free, fragrance free and paraben free. All EltaMD® sunscreens are recommended by the Skin Cancer Foundation as effective broad spectrum sunscreens.
