Medical Expertise of Dr. Katherine Caretti, MD
Dr. Caretti specializes in treating psoriasis, eczema, acne, and screening for skin cancer.
About Dr. Katherine Caretti, MD
Katherine L. Caretti, MD, FAAD is a board-certified dermatologist specializing in the practice of both cosmetic and medical dermatology.
Dr. Caretti is well-trained in the surgical management of skin cancer and cosmetic dermatology including botox, dermal fillers, chemical peels, and a variety of laser procedures. She prides herself in providing the best possible medical and surgical care to her patients at Ferrara Dermatology, while keeping up with the latest treatment options. Dr. Caretti grew up in Grosse Pointe and currently resides there with her husband and two young daughters. She looks forward to serving the community she loves and taking care of your skin care needs.
Patient Education Resources
CoolSculpting® is a non-surgical, non-invasive procedure that uses a device to cool targeted areas of fat, causing the fat cells to freeze and die. Over time, the body naturally eliminates these d...
Here are some basic acne skin care tips that may help to reduce the appearance and severity of acne:Cleanse your skin gently: Use a mild, non-abrasive cleanser to wash your face twice a day. Avoid usi...
The best sunscreens are those that provide broad-spectrum protection, which means they protect against both ultraviolet A (UVA) and ultraviolet B (UVB) rays. They should also have an SPF (sun protecti...
Actinic keratoses (AKs) are precancerous skin lesions that can develop into squamous cell carcinoma, a type of skin cancer. Treatment options for AKs include:Cryotherapy: This procedure involves freez...
Atopic dermatitis, also known as eczema, is a chronic, inflammatory skin condition that causes dry, itchy, and scaly skin. The condition is characterized by symptoms such as:Dry, itchy skin: The skin ...
Education & Training
Dr. Caretti graduated with distinction from the University of Michigan with a Bachelor of Science. She then attended Wayne State University School of Medicine where she was inducted into the Alpha Omega Alpha Medical Honor Society and graduated at the top of her class. At graduation, she received the following awards for academic excellence: Janet M. Glasgow Memorial Achievement Citation, Class of 2011 Academic Achievement Award, the Robert Rutzky Award and the Senior Award in Dermatology.
She went on to complete her dermatology residency training at Wayne State University where she served as chief resident. Upon graduation from residency, she received the coveted Resident Outstanding Achievement Award. Dr. Caretti is an active member of the American Academy of Dermatology, American Society of Dermatologic Surgeons, American Medical Association, and Michigan Dermatologic Society.
Professional Affiliations
Ferrara Dermatology Clinic, PC
Ferrara Dermatology Clinic PC is a full-service dermatology practice established in Grosse Pointe Woods, Michigan in 1958 by Dr. Richard Ferrara, Sr. to offer comprehensive dermatologic, medical, surgical and aesthetic services.
Our team, led by Dr. Richard Ferrara, Jr. and Dr. Katherine Caretti, focuses on overall skin wellness, preventative skin care and, with the support of a highly-trained medical staff, have the ability to manage a wide range of medical and aesthetic dermatology. From routine yearly skin examinations to the management of skin cancer and other skin conditions such as acne, psoriasis and eczema, our practice provides individualized, comprehensive services to help you maintain healthy skin throughout the stages of your life.
An expanded facility and our continued focus on modern technology and the top-of-the-line treatments make Ferrara Dermatology an ideal place to meet your family’s skin care needs.
We also provide cosmetic services through the Skin & Laser Center of Grosse Pointe in our shared building, under the medical direction of Dr. Ferrara and Dr. Caretti.