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Forefront Dermatology Expands Cedar Rapids, IA Practice with Suite Expansion and New Provider
Summary
Forefront Dermatology has expanded its Cedar Rapids, IA practice by increasing its suite size and adding a new provider, Gary Lee Adrich, PA-C, to enhance patient care. This expansion aims to improve access to dermatologic services by increasing appointment availability and reducing wait times. The updated facility will feature modern treatment spaces and technology, supporting efficient patient care. The practice is committed to meeting the growing demand for dermatologic services in the community, with plans for further growth as additional providers join the team. Patients can continue to schedule appointments at the same location.
Cedar Rapids, IA – January 5, 2026 – Forefront Dermatology, a national network of board-certified dermatologists and plastic surgeons, providing medical, surgical, and cosmetic services across more than 280 locations nationwide, announced the expansion of its Cedar Rapids, IA practice located at 202 10th Street SE, Suite 270, Cedar Rapids, IA 52403. The expanded space, coupled with the addition of a new provider, increases exam and treatment capacity, allowing the practice to offer more appointments and improve access to dermatologic care for patients in the community.
The Cedar Rapids expansion reflects Forefront Dermatology’s ongoing commitment to meeting growing patient demand and ensuring convenient access to comprehensive skin care within local communities.
Gary Lee Adrich, PA-C, will join the Cedar Rapids practice on January 5, 2026, further expanding the clinic’s capacity to deliver timely medical, surgical, and cosmetic dermatology care. He joins an established team of board-certified dermatologists including Thomas A. Pietras, MD, FAAD; Ashlynne Clark, MD, FAAD; and Paul Fenton, MD, FAAD; and Sarah Gross, MD, FAAD. The practice is also expected to welcome Collin O’Bryan, MD who is scheduled to join the Cedar Rapids team in September 2026, further supporting continued growth and access to care for the community.
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Find a location near you“This expansion is ultimately about patient care,” said Dr. Pietras. “By adding space and expanding our care team, we’re able to reduce wait times, improve visit flow, and ensure patients can receive the dermatologic care they need without delay.”
Designed to support clinical efficiency and patient access, the expanded suite includes updated treatment spaces and modern technology. Supported by Forefront Dermatology’s centralized pathology lab and operational infrastructure, the Cedar Rapids team is equipped to deliver coordinated, high-quality care across medical, surgical, and cosmetic dermatology.
Patients will continue visiting the same Cedar Rapids location. Appointments can be scheduled by calling 319-366-3600 or visiting ForefrontDermatology.com.
About Forefront Dermatology
Forefront Dermatology is a large and growing physician-led, single-specialty group practice with 270+ dermatology and plastic surgery clinics across the United States. Forefront’s providers deliver best-in-class general, surgical, and aesthetic dermatologic care and plastic surgery, along with related laboratory services. Headquartered in Manitowoc, Wisconsin, its clinicians are dedicated to treating conditions of the hair, skin, and nails, as well as offering aesthetic procedures and services to people of all ages. Using innovative and proven solutions, Forefront’s team cares for the whole patient, helping to improve not only the condition of their skin but also their overall quality of life.
About Forefront Dermatology
At Forefront Dermatology, we believe that healthy, beautiful skin is a reflection of overall well-being. That's why we're committed to providing the highest quality skin and body care, backed by cutting-edge technology and a team of world-class experts. In other words, we're always at the forefront of skin and body healthcare.
Our goal isn't just about how you look on the outside. We aim to transform lives.
By delivering industry-leading skin and body healthcare to more people in more places, we move closer and closer to this goal for thousands of people every day.