Tess MacQueen to Lead National Dermatology CME Conference
- Rebecca Fien
- Jul 7
- 3 min read
Lansing-based Pine Point Medical co-founder Tess MacQueen, PA-C, will serve as lead instructor for a national continuing medical education conference in Colorado.
LANSING, NY — Pine Point Medical is proud to announce that Tess MacQueen, MS, PA-C, Dermatology Diplomate Fellow and co-founder of Pine Point Medical, will serve as the lead instructor for an upcoming continuing medical education (CME) conference focused on practical dermatology training for primary care providers.
MacQueen will lead "Derm Procedures for Primary Care," an 8-credit CME conference hosted by Conifer Healthcare Solutions on February 14, 2027, at Copper Mountain Resort in Frisco, Colorado.
Designed specifically for primary care providers, the one-day program provides 8 AAPA-accredited CME credits while focusing on practical dermatology skills that clinicians can immediately apply in everyday patient care.
MacQueen brings extensive experience in primary care, dermatology, lifestyle medicine, and patient education. Through her work at Pine Point Medical, she has developed a reputation for combining evidence-based medicine with practical, patient-centered care. As a healthcare provider serving patients throughout Ithaca, Lansing, Dryden, Cortland, Auburn, and the Finger Lakes region, she has remained committed to helping both patients and fellow healthcare professionals navigate dermatologic concerns with confidence.
"Many primary care providers see dermatologic concerns every day, but access to specialists isn't always immediate," said MacQueen. "This course focuses on practical skills providers can use right away to improve patient care and make confident clinical decisions."
The conference is being offered through Conifer Healthcare Solutions, a healthcare education and management company focused on supporting providers through practical, real-world continuing medical education. Conifer's educational philosophy emphasizes case-based learning, hands-on training, and clinical decision-making that directly translates to patient care.
Participants will receive evidence-based instruction in recognizing common benign and malignant skin lesions, biopsy techniques, cryotherapy, dermatologic suturing, wound management, and referral decision-making. The course combines four hours of didactic education with four hours of supervised hands-on procedural training, providing attendees with practical experience and actionable skills.
For Pine Point Medical, MacQueen's role as instructor represents a natural extension of the practice's commitment to education, preventative care, and improving patient outcomes.
"Tess has always been passionate about educating both patients and fellow healthcare professionals," said Doug MacQueen, MD, co-founder of Pine Point Medical. "Whether she is working directly with patients, mentoring colleagues, or teaching providers, her focus is always on helping people build confidence and improve care."
The conference also reflects broader efforts to improve dermatology access within primary care settings, particularly in rural and underserved communities where specialist access may be limited.
Conifer Healthcare Solutions plans to continue expanding its educational offerings in dermatology and related areas of patient care, with additional courses currently under development.
Healthcare professionals interested in learning more about the conference, viewing the full agenda, or registering can visit Conifer Healthcare Solutions at coniferhealthcme.com.
About Pine Point Medical
Pine Point Medical is a primary care and specialty healthcare practice serving patients throughout Ithaca, Lansing, Cortland, Dryden, Auburn, and the Finger Lakes region. The practice offers comprehensive primary care, dermatology services, medical weight loss, travel medicine, infectious disease care, medically supervised athletic training, and preventative health services.
About Conifer Healthcare Solutions
Conifer Healthcare Solutions is a healthcare management and continuing medical education company focused on supporting providers through practical, real-world solutions. Its educational offerings are designed to help healthcare professionals build confidence, improve clinical skills, and deliver high-quality patient care.
Media Contact
Tess MacQueen, MS, PA-C
Co-Founder, Pine Point Medical
Conference Instructor, Conifer Healthcare Solutions
info@coniferhealthcme.com
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