About DSC
The Dermatologic Surgery Center is a 6,000 square foot, state-of-the-art facility that opened in February 2012. We specialize in the diagnosis and treatment of skin cancer including Mohs micrographic surgery, surgical excision, topical therapy, and photodynamic therapy. The center is owned and operated by Jennifer L. Popovsky, MD, FACMS. “Our goal is for patients to feel that they received state-of-the-art and exceptional care, while being treated more like family than patients.”
Dr. Jennifer L. Popovsky MD, FACMS
Dr. Popovsky was born in Philadelphia, PA. She completed her undergraduate education at The University of Pennsylvania and then Temple Medical School. She moved to Cleveland to do her residency in dermatology at The Cleveland Clinic and then completed her surgical training at The Center for Surgical Dermatology, The James Cancer Center at Ohio State. Dr. Popovsky specializes in Mohs Micrographic surgery. She is a Fellow in the Mohs College, an organization reserved for fellowship-trained surgeons which include less than 2,000 members worldwide. She performs more than 1,000 Mohs cases a year and is the only surgeon in the Akron-Canton area whose practice is exclusively dedicated to skin surgery. She lives in Moreland Hills, Ohio. She has twin daughters, Roxanne and Jordan, and a son, Julian.
Hannah Kupetz, PA-C
Hannah was born and raised in Strongsville, Ohio. She attended Duquesne University, where she completed the five year, entry-level Master’s of Physician Assistant Studies program. During that program, she also obtained her bachelor’s degree in health sciences, from which she graduated magna cum laude. Hannah completed her clinical rotations in both Pennsylvania and Ohio, and chose her elective rotation in pediatric dermatology at UPMC Children’s Hospital of Pittsburgh.
Since joining our practice, Hannah has been trained further in the dermatologic field by Dr. Popovsky and Dr. Barrick, and is now providing care in general, surgical, and cosmetic dermatology.
During her free time away from the office, Hannah enjoys traveling, spending time with family & friends, and being outdoors!
Heidi Gum, PA-C
With over 25 years of experience as a mid-level provider, Heidi is a board-certified Physician Assistant dedicated to delivering exceptional, patient-centered care. Her career spans more than two decades across surgical, dermatologic, and wellness settings, including extensive experience in reconstructive plastic surgery, hand surgery, and general dermatology.
Heidi holds a Master of Health Professions from Northeastern University and maintains active board certification through the NCCPA, along with medical licenses in both Ohio and North Carolina.
In addition to her clinical work, Heidi has contributed to the education of future healthcare professionals as an adjunct faculty member in dermatology at Ohio University’s Physician Assistant Program. She is committed to service and has volunteered with organizations including the Ronald McDonald House and Habitat for Humanity’s Global Village Program.