About Dr. Marguerite Germain, MD
Dermatologist Marguerite Germain, M.D. is known for her passion and desire to help others. In addition to her medical training, she has long since developed an eye for beauty. Inspired by years spent traveling, particularly in Italy, her artistic talent evolved into inspiring confidence in others through her practice.
A board-certified dermatologist, Marguerite Germain, M.D. provides exceptional service in clinical and cosmetic dermatology for patients from all over South Carolina. While her warm and caring demeanor wins over the heart of everyone she meets, it’s her independent thinking, skilled precision, and technologically savvy ways that make her a leader at what she does.
Patient Education Resources
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Education & Training
After graduating from Sweet Briar College in Virginia with a major in Italian studies and a minor in science, art, language, and music, Marguerite Germain, M.D. decided to live in Italy for a year. During this time, she worked for the UN Food and Agricultural Organization while perfecting her Italian and enjoying the architecture and art of Italy.
A painter herself, Marguerite Germain, M.D. believes that dermatology is a true visual art. During her time in Italy, she discovered what she refers to as “the world’s most beautiful faces,” the detailed study of which enables her to envision and achieve beautiful results for her patients.
Upon her return to the United States, Marguerite Germain, M.D. enrolled at the University of Maryland to continue her study of the sciences in order to qualify for medical school. She then attended the University of Maryland School of Medicine, receiving a Navy Medical Scholarship. During the following four years, her deep commitment to the study of medicine earned her an internship in general medicine at the Bethesda Naval Hospital (Bethesda, Maryland).
Following her internship, she was selected for flight school, flight surgery, helicopter pilot training, and survival tactics at Pensacola Naval Air Station (Pensacola, Florida).
While completing her post-residency tour, the Navy sent Marguerite Germain, M.D. to San Diego, California, for surgical training. Marguerite Germain, M.D. was subsequently assigned to the Dallas, Texas, Naval Air Base to medically and surgically care for pilots and their families. She was then chosen by the Navy to fill one of only four coveted dermatology billets.
After three years of dermatology training, given her choice of duty stations, Marguerite Germain, M.D. selected Charleston, South Carolina. After more than three years of outstanding performance at the Charleston Naval Hospital, she decided to separate from the Navy and enter private practice. In July 2003, Marguerite Germain, M.D. moved into her own office in Mount Pleasant. Because of the amazing success and phenomenal growth of her practice, she has opened a larger, state-of-the-art facility in Mount Pleasant where she now practices with her hand picked, expert staff.
Professional Affiliations
Germain Dermatology
Marguerite Germain’s – M.D first opened in the Charleston area in 2003 with a dedication to top dermatology services and a commitment to each patient’s health, beauty, and confidence. No matter what your reason for coming through our doors is, we strive to make each patient feel comfortable and at home. Our Mt. Pleasant-based practice offers a large selection of non-invasive and minimally invasive treatments, including established brands like BOTOX®, Kybella®, and Latisse®, chosen because of their record of safety and effectiveness.