Apex Skin proudly announces that Margaret (Maggie) McKernan, DMSc, PA-C, has been named the 2025 Jerry A. Greco, PA-C Memorial PA Educator of the Year by the Ohio Association of Physician Assistants (OAPA).
This distinguished honor recognizes a physician assistant who has demonstrated exceptional dedication to physician assistant education, mentorship, and professional advancement across Ohio dermatology. Named in memory of Jerry A. Greco, PA-C—a respected educator, clinician, and advocate—the award highlights individuals who embody his legacy of service, teaching, and leadership.
“Maggie represents the very best of what it means to be a clinician, educator, and mentor,” said Dr. Jorge Garcia-Zuazaga, Founder and CEO of Apex Skin. “Her passion for teaching, her compassion for patients, and her tireless advocacy for the PA profession are truly inspiring. Maggie not only helps shape the next generation of healthcare providers—she helps shape the future of medicine in Ohio. We are deeply proud and honored to have her as part of our Apex Skin family.”
As Director of Physician Assistant and Nurse Practitioner Education and Training at Apex Skin, Maggie leads initiatives to mentor and train providers across the organization’s network.
She is deeply committed to fostering excellence in clinical and medical dermatology, ensuring that physician assistants and nurse practitioners receive the guidance, education, and confidence needed to deliver high-quality care. This focus on education and training directly enhances the level of care patients receive across Apex Skin’s locations.
Beyond Apex Skin, Maggie serves as:
- President of the Ohio Society of Dermatology Physician Assistants (OSDPA)
- State Affiliate Liaison for the Society of Dermatology Physician Assistants (SDPA)
In these roles, she helps bridge state and national dermatology PA organizations while advancing education and collaboration across the field.
Maggie has also presented at numerous professional conferences, including AAPA, OAPA, PSPA, SDPA, and Diversity in Dermatology, sharing her expertise and promoting continued education within the PA community.
Her nominators praised her as both a remarkable educator and a compassionate mentor:
“From the national stage to the local level, Maggie finds time to create and share meaningful dermatology education. Whether mentoring new hires, lecturing at conferences, or advocating for stronger PA education, she embodies the drive, creativity, and leadership this award celebrates.”
Reflecting on the honor, Maggie shared:
“Receiving this award is an incredible privilege that reaffirms my passion for teaching and advancing the PA profession. I’m deeply grateful for the mentors and colleagues who have supported my journey and for the opportunity to give back by empowering future PAs with the knowledge, skills, and compassion they need to provide exceptional care.”
Maggie’s recognition is a testament to Apex Skin’s ongoing commitment to clinical excellence, professional development, and compassionate patient care.
Her dedication reflects the organization’s broader mission to transform lives through healthy skin—ensuring every patient benefits from highly trained providers, advanced techniques, and a standard of care rooted in expertise and compassion.
From comprehensive dermatology services to advanced skin cancer treatment and preventive skin cancer screening, Apex Skin is committed to delivering exceptional care at every stage of the patient journey.
Explore Apex Skin’s services to learn more about available treatments and how the team is setting the standard for dermatologic care across Ohio.