Medical Expertise of Dr. Scott Fretzin, MD
Dawe Fretzin Dermatology offers services in general dermatology, dermatologic surgery and cosmetic dermatology, such as Botox® injections, laser treatment, and chemical peels.
About Dr. Scott Fretzin, MD
Dr. Scott Fretzin is a board-certified dermatologist providing care to patients in the Indianapolis area at Dawes Fretzin Dermatology.
In 2004, the doctors opened Dawes/Fretzin Clinical Research Group and have since participated in numerous clinical studies. They have researched new medications for skin diseases such as psoriasis, atopic dermatitis, skin cancer, and acne. They have also investigated new agents for non-dermatologic conditions such as diabetes.
Patient Education Resources
How do biologics work to treat my psoriasis?
Biologics are a class of medications that are used to treat moderate to severe psoriasis. They are typically used when other treatments, such as topical creams and light therapy, have not been effecti...
Biologics are a class of medications that are used to treat moderate to severe psoriasis. They are typically used when other treatments, such as topical creams and light therapy, have not been effecti...
How do I find out if I have skin cancer?
The best way to find out if you have skin cancer is to have a skin examination performed by a healthcare professional such as a dermatologist. They will visually inspect your skin for any suspicious m...
The best way to find out if you have skin cancer is to have a skin examination performed by a healthcare professional such as a dermatologist. They will visually inspect your skin for any suspicious m...
What are some basic acne skin care tips?
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...
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...
What are the possible treatments for my actinic keratoses?
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...
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...
What is the treatment for severe atopic dermatitis?
The treatment for severe atopic dermatitis will depend on the individual case, but it may include a combination of the following:Topical corticosteroids: Topical corticosteroids can be used to reduce ...
The treatment for severe atopic dermatitis will depend on the individual case, but it may include a combination of the following:Topical corticosteroids: Topical corticosteroids can be used to reduce ...
Education & Training
Dr. Fretzin received his undergraduate degree from Washington University in St. Louis with a major in Philosophy.
He then received his medical degree (MD) the University of Chicago where he also completed his medical internship. He then came to Indianapolis for his Dermatology Residency training at Indiana University School of Medicine (1994-1997) and became board certified by the American Board of Dermatology in 1997.
During his dermatology residency Dr. Fretzin developed a specialty interest in the management of sexually transmitted diseases and still staffs a county STD clinic one day a week.
He then received his medical degree (MD) the University of Chicago where he also completed his medical internship. He then came to Indianapolis for his Dermatology Residency training at Indiana University School of Medicine (1994-1997) and became board certified by the American Board of Dermatology in 1997.
During his dermatology residency Dr. Fretzin developed a specialty interest in the management of sexually transmitted diseases and still staffs a county STD clinic one day a week.
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.