Integrated Dermatology, the country’s largest independent dermatology provider, proudly announces that Katie O’Brien, MSN, ANP-BC, has joined its partner practice, The Dermatology Center of Worcester. A board-certified adult nurse practitioner with more than 17 years of dermatology experience, O’Brien is now seeing patients in Worcester, Massachusetts, where she provides comprehensive care with a patient-first approach.
At The Dermatology Center of Worcester, O’Brien collaborates with board-certified dermatologist Neil Houston, MD, to provide comprehensive care for a wide range of skin conditions including acne, eczema, psoriasis, and hair loss. She performs skin cancer screenings, biopsies, and excisions. O’Brien also has experience assisting with Mohs surgery and providing pre- and post-operative care for skin cancer patients.
O’Brien earned her Master of Science in Nursing from Quinnipiac University and her Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Southern Connecticut State University. She completed a Dermatology Nurse Practitioner Fellowship at Lahey Clinic, where she received advanced clinical training in both medical and cosmetic dermatology. Prior to joining the Worcester team, O’Brien served patients across Eastern Massachusetts and built a reputation for excellence in both clinical outcomes and patient experience.
O’Brien has authored several dermatology publications, including a chapter in Dermatology for Advanced Practice Clinicians and an article in the Journal of the Dermatology Nurses’ Association. She is also a past president of the New England Dermatology Nurse Practitioner Society and remains active in several professional organizations including the Dermatology Nurses’ Association, the American Association of Nurse Practitioners, and Sigma Theta Tau International, the nursing honor society.
“We’re thrilled to welcome Katie to our team,” said Dr. Houston. “She has a real gift for connecting with patients and creating an environment where they feel supported and informed. Her experience and patient-first approach make her a wonderful addition to our practice.”
The Dermatology Center of Worcester provides a full spectrum of medical and cosmetic dermatologic services to communities across central Massachusetts, with a focus on prevention and early detection.
To learn more about O’Brien and the practice, visit www.dermatologyworcester.com.
