Dr. Nicholas Countryman, MD
Physician
Dermatology
Specialty
Mohs Surgery
Medical Expertise of Dr. Nicholas Countryman, MD
Skin cancer diagnosis and treatment with Mohs micrographic surgery. He has extensive experience in the removal of complex skin cancers and the subsequent reconstruction required to repair the surgical wound.
About Dr. Nicholas Countryman, MD
Nicholas Countryman, MD is a board-certified dermatologist and Mohs surgeon providing care to patients in the Indianapolis area at Dawes Fretzin Dermatology.
Procedures & Services
Patient Education Resources
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...
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...
How Does Isotretinoin Work to Treat Acne?
Isotretinoin, previously marketed as Accutane, is a medication that is used to treat severe cystic acne that has not responded to other treatments. Isotretinoin is a form of vitamin A and works by ...
Isotretinoin, previously marketed as Accutane, is a medication that is used to treat severe cystic acne that has not responded to other treatments. Isotretinoin is a form of vitamin A and works by ...
What is microneedling?
Microneedling is a cosmetic procedure that involves using a device with fine needles to create tiny punctures in the skin. The needles are typically between 0.5mm and 2.5mm in length, and are used to ...
Microneedling is a cosmetic procedure that involves using a device with fine needles to create tiny punctures in the skin. The needles are typically between 0.5mm and 2.5mm in length, and are used to ...
What is the best brand of botulinum toxin to improve my appearance?
Botulinum toxin is a type of neurotoxin that is used for a variety of cosmetic and medical purposes. There are several different types of botulinum toxin available on the market, each with their own u...
Botulinum toxin is a type of neurotoxin that is used for a variety of cosmetic and medical purposes. There are several different types of botulinum toxin available on the market, each with their own u...
What is the treatment for skin cancer?
Treatment for skin cancer will depend on the type and stage of the cancer, as well as the location and size of the tumor, and the patient's overall health. The main treatment options for skin canc...
Treatment for skin cancer will depend on the type and stage of the cancer, as well as the location and size of the tumor, and the patient's overall health. The main treatment options for skin canc...
Education & Training
Dr. Countryman is an Indianapolis native and graduate of Brebeuf Jesuit High School. He then received his undergraduate degree from the University of Notre Dame and Doctorate of Medicine (MD) from Yale School of Medicine.
Dr. Countryman then completed his Medical Internship at the Indiana University Departments of Medicine and Pediatrics and his Dermatology Residency at the Indiana University Department of Dermatology. Dr. Countryman became board certified by the American Board of Dermatology in 2009.
Dr. Countryman is also a fellowship trained Mohs Micrographic and reconstructive surgeon with the American College of Mohs Surgery.
Dr. Countryman also holds a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from the Yale School of Management.
Dr. Countryman then completed his Medical Internship at the Indiana University Departments of Medicine and Pediatrics and his Dermatology Residency at the Indiana University Department of Dermatology. Dr. Countryman became board certified by the American Board of Dermatology in 2009.
Dr. Countryman is also a fellowship trained Mohs Micrographic and reconstructive surgeon with the American College of Mohs Surgery.
Dr. Countryman also holds a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from the Yale School of Management.
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.