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
Acne Medication Savings
Click on the medication image to access medication savings from the manufacturer. In most cases, this form must be submitted along with proof of having purchased the medication from the pharmacy. ...
Click on the medication image to access medication savings from the manufacturer. In most cases, this form must be submitted along with proof of having purchased the medication from the pharmacy. ...
How can Botox® improve my appearance?
Botox® (botulinum toxin type A) is a medication that is primarily used to temporarily paralyze specific muscles in the face and body.It is most often used to improve the appearance of wrinkles and...
Botox® (botulinum toxin type A) is a medication that is primarily used to temporarily paralyze specific muscles in the face and body.It is most often used to improve the appearance of wrinkles and...
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 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...
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...
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. 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.