Meet the Team
Brenda L. Pellicane, MD, FAAD
Founder
Dr. Pellicane is a board-certified dermatologist with extensive training and experience in cosmetic dermatology and cutaneous laser surgery. Upon receiving a full academic scholarship to attend the University of Maryland, Baltimore County, she graduated summa cum laude with a Bachelor of Science in Biology. She received her Doctor of Medicine from the University of Maryland School of Medicine and completed her Dermatology residency at Wayne State University in Detroit, Michigan where she served as chief resident and received multiple awards for academic excellence. She was also a clinical research fellow at both the Center for Clinical Studies in Houston, Texas and Northwestern University’s Department of Dermatology in Chicago, Illinois.
Dr. Pellicane has authored numerous manuscripts and textbook chapters on a variety of dermatologic subjects. She also enjoys educating individuals at a variety of stages in their healthcare journey; from high school students exploring a career in medicine to Dermatology residents looking to acquire new skills or hone existing ones. Dr. Pellicane is an active member of the American Academy of Dermatology, American Society for Laser Medicine and Surgery, American Society for Dermatologic Surgery, and Women’s Dermatologic Society.
Dr. Pellicane is a native of Rockville. She attended Stone Ridge School of the Sacred Heart from junior kindergarten through high school. After completing her aforementioned medical training, she was thrilled to return to the area. She currently resides in Rockville with her husband and three children and enjoys personal fitness, Ravens football, and baking. Her true professional joy is establishing meaningful, long-lasting relationships with her patients.
Rebecca A. Kazin, MD, FAAD
Associate Physician
Director of Clinical Studies
Dr. Rebecca Kazin is a board-certified dermatologist and nationally recognized expert in cosmetic dermatology and cutaneous dermatologic surgery. Dr. Kazin attended the University of Maryland at College Park Honors Program (majoring in Biology) as an undergraduate prior to graduating summa cum laude from the University of Maryland School of Medicine where she served as president of the Alpha Omega Alpha medical honor society. She completed her residency in Dermatology at Johns Hopkins University where she was named chief resident.
Dr. Kazin has been educating and training medical students, residents, fellows, and other physicians for over a decade. This began when she was faculty and medical director at Johns Hopkins University, and continues with her involvement in a variety of national societies. She also has a number of publications to her credit and continues to serve as Principal Investigator on FDA Phase III and IV clinical studies, in partnership with industry. Additionally, she has formulated and patented a medicated shampoo and conditioner system. Dr. Kazin is an active member of the American Academy of Dermatology, American Society for Laser Medicine and Surgery, American Society for Dermatologic Surgery, International Peel Society, and the Women’s Dermatologic Society and has assumed leadership roles in these national societies.
Tara L. Elton, RN
Nurse & Skin Care Specialist
Tara Elton is a board-certified Registered Nurse and Skincare Specialist. Tara comes to ICON Dermatology & Aesthetics with a Bachelor’s in Science from McDaniel College. She later went on to receive her Bachelors in Nursing from the University of Maryland. At both levels of education, she was awarded multiple scholarships for academic performance, leadership, and for her initiatives with AmeriCorps. After graduating from the University of Maryland, Tara spent time working in both the medical and surgical fields. Tara went on to cultivate her interests in dermatology and aesthetics by becoming a specialty sales consultant for Allergan followed by a regional sales trainer for SkinMedica. Tara became trained in skincare and product utilization as well as gained a certification in application of chemical peels and facials. She later became certified in microneedling and became the Eastern Regional Sales Trainer for Collagen Pin and Induction Therapies. She trained physicians and medical staff how to perform, implement and care for patients undergoing microneedling and combination therapies. Tara was awarded multiple President’s Club Awards for her top performances with both Allergan and Induction Therapies. Tara is also certified in Dermaplaning, Hydrafacial, CoolSculpting, and laser hair removal. She has spent the past 13 years treating and consulting patients in aesthetics and dermatology.
Tara’s goals are to build strong relationships with her patients and to help them achieve their best clinical outcome using the most advanced technology and techniques. Outside of work, Tara enjoys spending time with her husband and two daughters, cooking, gardening, yoga, and Pure Barre.
