Shanna McDonough Miranti is originally from Ormond Beach, Florida. She received her bachelor’s degree in Biology from Loyola University, New Orleans. She completed her PA training at the University of Florida College of Medicine, where she graduated with a Masters of Physician Assistant Studies (MPAS) degree in 2002. Upon graduation, she began practicing dermatology in Jacksonville, FL. Shanna was the first provider to join Dr. Jaffe at Riverchase Dermatology in 2003. Shanna Miranti specializes in general dermatology for patients of all ages. Her scope of practice includes acne treatment, skin cancer screenings, mole evaluations, common dermatologic conditions, as well as cosmetic laser surgery. Like all of the PAs at Riverchase Dermatology, Shanna has received specialized training in surgical assisting / suturing for skin cancer (Mohs) surgery. She performs biopsies, cryosurgery, minor surgical procedures, and also has prescriptive privileges. Shanna frequently gives lectures nationally on multiple dermatology topics to Dermatology Physician Assistants, nurses, and physicians. She is a promotional speaker for the following Pharmaceutical companies: Warner Chilcott Pharmaceutical, and Medicis Pharmaceuticals. With extensive experience in laser surgery, Mrs. Miranti has treated hundreds of patients with the Fraxel Laser for a variety of conditions including uneven pigmentation, fine lines and wrinkles, acne scarring, and the improvement of surgical scars. Shanna also treats a variety of vascular conditions with the Candela V-beam, a pulsed dye laser. Mrs. Miranti utilizes the Conbio Medlite IV for the removal of age spots and unwanted tattoos. Mrs. Miranti is a member of the Florida Academy of Physician Assistants, American Academy of Physician Assistants, and Society of Dermatologic Physician Assistants. This provider's Primary Supervising Physician is Robin Gehris