Andrea Garrett, MD, FAAD

Board-Certified Dermatologist
Board-Certified Mohs Surgeon
Trained Mohs Micrographic Skin Cancer Surgeon

Andrea Garrett, MD, FAAD

Dr. Andrea Garrett is board-certified by the American Board of Dermatology in Dermatology and Micrographic Dermatologic Surgery. She is a fellow of the American Academy of Dermatology and of the American Society for Mohs Surgery. She specializes in treating the general and surgical dermatologic needs of children and adults. Dr. Garrett graduated Summa Cum Laude with a B.S. in Biochemistry from the University of Missouri in Columbia. She then received her M.D. degree from the University of Missouri School of Medicine in 2003. She completed an internal medicine internship at Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine in Chicago, IL and a dermatology residency at the University of Wisconsin. Dr. Garrett grew up nearby in Jefferson City, MO. Her goal is to provide excellent quality of care while developing meaningful patient interactions.

West County

12855 N. Outer 40 Road
Suite 180

St. Louis, Missouri 63141

Tel:(314) 878-5599

BOOK APPOINTMENT

Google • Forefront Dermatology

Good experience. I appreciate Dr Garrett’s willingness to listen and ask questions. I trust her with my ongoing care

Google • Forefront Dermatology

An excellent experience as usual. Dr Garrett and her assistants were informative and respectful. I received a clean bill and next steps clearly communicated and follow up appt was scheduled.

Google • Forefront Dermatology

Very grateful to Dr. Garrett. She is confident skilled and does a wonderful job patiently explaining things.

Google • Forefront Dermatology

Dr. Garrett always takes very good care of me. She is always punctual and pleasant. I had melanoma several years ago, and Dr. Garrett pays very good attention to checking for any reoccurrence.

Google • Forefront Dermatology

Dr. Garrett and her staff were thorough and ensured all my questions and concerns were addressed!

Google • Forefront Dermatology

Everyone in the office is friendly and professional. Dr Garrett gave me a very thorough exam and addressed all my concerns.

Google • Forefront Dermatology

Dr Garrett is always informative and kind.

Google • Forefront Dermatology

Dr. Garrett and her staff are awesome. Always professional, compassionate and genuinely concerned for your well-being.

Google • Forefront Dermatology

The office was very crowded but I did not have to wait very long. I came for my annual visit and to get a few questions answered. Th physician’s assistant met with me and Dr Garrett saw me after a brief wait. Dr Garrett is always pleasant and listens when I have questions. All of the staff is professional and pleasant too.

Google • Forefront Dermatology

Wonderful office.Very friendly and thorough. Dr. Garrett took the time to make sure all my questions were answered.

Education

Undergraduate Degree:
University of Missouri, MO

Medical Degree:
University of Missouri School of Medicine, MO

Dermatology Residency:
University of Wisconsin School of Medicine, WI

Certificates

Board-Certified Dermatologist (American Board of Dermatology)

Professional Memberships

American Academy of Dermatology
American Contact Dermatitis Society
American Society of Mohs Surgery

Achievements

Conley Scholar- medical school pre-acceptance as a high school senior
Curator’s Scholarship
Bright Flight Scholarship
Robert C. Byrd Scholarship
National Merit Special Scholarship
Memorial Community Hospital Health Professions Scholarship
1999 Phi Lambda Upsilon Award: Outstanding Senior in Biochemistry
1998 Department of Biochemistry Junior Outstanding Student Award
1997 Department of Biochemistry Sophomore Outstanding Student Award
1996 Gamma Sigma Delta Sophomore Scholastic Award:Top Student in the School of Agriculture
1998-1999 Phi Lambda Upsilon- Chemistry Honor Society, Vice President
1997-1999 University of Missouri Honors College Student Ambassador
1997-1999 Gamma Sigma Delta Honor Society: top 5% of School of Agriculture
1997-1999 Phi Kappa Phi Honor Society: top 7.5% of MU class
1996-1999 Phi Eta Simga Honor Society: recognize high scholastic achievement of freshman
MU Intramural Rec Sports Championships: basketball, golf, volleyball
University of Missouri Medical Scholarship
1999-2003 Medical Student Affairs Council representative, President 2003
1999-2001 Curriculum Board Student Member
2003 Graduation Committee
2001-2003 Conley/Bryant Scholar Admissions Committee
2001 Honor Council Chairperson/Member
2001-2003 Mutation Staff- medical school yearbook
2000-2001 University of Missouri School of Medicine Tour Guide
1999-2001 Champs/Tar-wars Volunteer
1999-2001 Jefferson City MO- Free Health Clinic Volunteer
2002 Medical Student Affairs Council Art Contest 2nd place
MU intramural Rec Sports Championships: flag football

Publications

Sadowski EA, Bennett LK, Chan MR, Wentland AL, Garrett AL, Garrett RW, Djamali A. Nephrogenic systemic fibrosis: risk factors and incidence estimation. Radiology. 2007
Apr;243(1):148-57. Epub 2007 Jan 31.
Bennett LK, Garrett AL. Nephrogenic systemic fibrosis: is gadolinium the missing piece to the puzzle? Cutis. 2008 May;81(5):421-6.
Gary S. Wood, Chung-Hong Hu, Andrea L. Garrett. Parapsoriasis and Pityriasis. In: Fitzpatrick’s Dermatology in General Medicine Online Edition. 7th Ed. 2008

*Age Restriction

For patients scheduling who are under 18 years of age (19 in Alabama) please make sure you have permission from your parent or legal guardian to schedule this appointment. Your parent or legal guardian must accompany you on your initial visit and on certain subsequent visits to provide appropriate informed consent.