Dr. Kathryn Shrift, MD


Physician
Dermatology

Dawes Fretzin Dermatology Group, LLC
7910 North Shadeland Ave.
Indianapolis, Indiana 46250
For an appointment, call (317) 516-5000
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Medical Expertise of Dr. Kathryn Shrift, MD

Dr. Shrift specailizes in medical dermatology  - diagnosing and treating a variety of skin conditions, including acne, eczema, psoriasis, rosacea, and skin cancer.

 

About Dr. Kathryn Shrift, MD

Kathryn Shrift, M.D. is a board-certified dermatologist providing care to patients in the Indianapolis area at Dawes Fretzin Dermatology Group which she joined in 2014.
 

 

Patient Education Resources

Can I switch the biologic medications I’m using to treat my psoriasis?
Yes, you can switch biologic medications for psoriasis if one is not working effectively. Biologic medications are a class of drugs that target specific parts of the immune system that are involved in...
How do biologics work to treat my eczema?
Biologics are a class of medications that can be used to treat eczema, a chronic skin condition characterized by inflammation and itching. Biologics work by targeting specific parts of the immune syst...
Psoriasis Medication Savings & Support
Click on the product image to access medication savings or support services offered by the manufacturer In most cases, this form must be submitted along with proof of having purchased the medi...
What is the treatment for psoriasis on the scalp?
Treatment for psoriasis on the scalp typically involves a combination of topical and systemic therapies.Topical treatments include:Shampoos containing salicylic acid, coal tar, or sulfur, which can he...
What is the treatment for rosacea affecting my eyes?
Ocular rosacea is a subtype of rosacea that affects the eyes, and it can cause symptoms such as redness, itching, burning, and a gritty sensation in the eyes. Treatment for ocular rosacea typically in...

Education & Training

Dr. Shrift completed her undergraduate education at Texas A&M University in 1998 and received her medical degree (MD) from the University of Texas Southwestern Medical School in Dallas in 2002.

She then completed an internship in internal medicine as well as her dermatology residency training and board certification with the American Board of Dermatology at the University of Colorado at Denver and Health Sciences Center in 2008.

Dr. Shrift's training there included two years of research fellowship. Before joining Dawes Fretzin, she worked as a general dermatologist in Minneapolis and Cleveland.

Professional Affiliations

Dawes Fretzin Dermatology Group, LLC

Kenneth Dawes, MD, established our practice in 1995; he partnered with Scott Fretzin, MD, forming Dawes Fretzin Dermatology Group in 1997. In 2007 we welcomed Christy Nebesio, MD and Priya Young, MD. We were thrilled when Mary Spolyar, MD joined us in 2009 and Ann-Marie Hyatt, MD in August 2012. In 2014 Nicholas Countryman, MD, a Mohs surgeon entered our practice to further expand the services we provide our patients. Later that year we happily added Kathryn Shrift, MD, to our staff as well. In 2019 we welcomed Kate Oberlin, MD to our office.