Advancing Dermatology into the Future
Our physician-centric model encourages each dermatologist to be a leader within the practice and provides the support for the highest quality of patient care.
About Our Mission
Since our founding, our mission has been to provide dermatologists with an environment that allows them to focus entirely on patient care, emphasize sub-specialty interest, and benefit from the administrative expertise provided by our shared support services. As a leader in comprehensive dermatology, we provide timely access to highly qualified providers who design personalized treatment plans for patients. We work closely with our local colleagues and referring physicians to provide their patients with the best and most appropriate technologies available in dermatology. Furthermore, we strive to improve our communities through public awareness initiatives and skin cancer screenings.
26States
230+Locations
We truly are at the forefront of dermatology, leading it into the future. Being a patient of Forefront means you will get the most advanced care. Being a part of Forefront means you are committed to our patients, their health, and our team.
The Forefront Vision
We are leading dermatology into the future as we understand the needs of dermatologists because we are dermatologists. We are the practice of choice for dermatologists, medical staff and ancillary professionals who share our aspiration to be at the forefront of advancing dermatologic care.
275+Board-Certified
Dermatologists
Dermatologists
35+Mohs Surgeons
Physician Board of Directors
Betsy Wernli, MD, FAAD
Board-Certified Dermatologist
President
Physician Board Member
Dr. Betsy Wernli is a Board-Certified Dermatologist who is knowledgeable in medical, surgical, and cosmetic dermatology. Professional areas of interest include early skin cancer detection and treatment, treatment of acne, rosacea, psoriasis, eczema, hyperhidrosis, blistering disorders and cutaneous lymphomas.
Peter J. Katz, MD, FAAD
Board-Certified Dermatologist
Physician Board Member
Dr. Peter Katz is a Board-Certified Dermatologist who is knowledgeable in the latest treatment protocols for skin diseases and conditions. Professional areas of interest include early skin cancer detection and treatments of rosacea, eczema and atopic dermatitis, acne, psoriasis, vitiligo, warts, molluscum, skin allergies, rashes, dermatologic surgery for skin cancer and problematic growths, surgical treatment of rhinophyma and laser tattoo removal.
Lisa B. Campbell, MD, FAAD
Board-Certified Dermatologist
Fellowship-Trained Mohs Surgeon
Physician Board Member
Dr. Lisa Campbell is a Board-Certified Dermatologist and a fellowship trained Mohs Micrographic Skin Cancer Surgeon. She has completed an intensive training program in skin cancer surgery and advanced facial reconstruction.
Victoria Negrete, MD, FAAD
Board-Certified Dermatologist
Physician Board Member
Dr. Victoria Negrete is a Board-Certified Dermatologist whose professional areas of interest include medical, surgical and cosmetic dermatology. She has special interest in cosmetic dermatology including wrinkle fillers and Botox, as well as sclerotherapy and laser therapy. She has served as the Cosmetic Chairperson for Forefront Dermatology since 2013, overseeing aesthetic dermatology throughout the practice. Furthermore, this role keeps her finger on the pulse of the latest and greatest cosmetic advancements and brings these technologies to the practice. She also serves as the medical laser safety officer, ensuring safe and proper use of lasers throughout the company.
Dr. Negrete is a national trainer for Allergan Cosmetic, teaching others proper techniques to best inject Botox, Juvederm, and Kybella. This distinction is only given to 150 physicians nationwide.
John S. Pujals, MD, FAAD
Board-Certified Dermatologist
Board-Certified Dermatopathologist
Physician Board Member
Dr. John Pujals is a board-certified dermatologist and fellowship-trained dermatopathologist with experience as both a diagnostician and practicing dermatologist. He earned his medical degree at Albany Medical College and completed his dermatology residency at Brooke Army Medical Center at Fort Sam in Houston, Texas. In addition, Dr. Pujals completed a dermatopathology fellowship at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences in Little Rock, Arkansas. He has been practicing with Forefront Dermatology since 2009. Outside of work, Dr. Pujals enjoys staying active outdoors, traveling, attending car shows and spending time with family and their hairless Sphynx cat, Kimchi.
Thomas Bender, MD, FAAD, ABD
Board-Certified Dermatologist
Physician Board Member
Dr. Thomas Bender is a board-certified dermatologist who was awarded the Patient’s Choice Award again for 2011, 2012, 2014. He also won the Most Compassionate Doctor Award in 2014. He has been featured on many local television stations and was also asked to be featured on “The Doctors TV Show.” He is a platinum level cosmetic dermal filler injector with Allergan and a Expert Laser Speaker. He treats all types of skin conditions, pre-cancers, skin cancers, warts, acne, rosacea, and has cutting edge lasers, equipment, and even the newest technology in hair restoration. These lasers treat all types of conditions from psoriasis, vitiligo, hyperpigmentation, skin tightening, veins, rosacea, hair removal, hair restoration, tattoo removal, skin resurfacing, and more. He is a national speaker for photodynamic therapy.
Adam Asarch, MD, FAAD
Board-Certified Dermatologist
Fellowship-Trained Mohs Surgeon
Physician Board Member
Dr. Adam Asarch is a Board-Certified Dermatologist and a Fellowship-Trained Mohs Surgeon. He has completed an intensive training program in skin cancer surgery and advanced facial reconstruction. His professional areas of interest are skin cancer detection and treatment and Mohs skin cancer surgery.
Kurt W. Grelck, DO, FAOCD, FAAD
Assistant Clinical Professor of Dermatology
Board-Certified Dermatologist
Dr. Kurt Grelck is a board-certified dermatologist and board-certified internist who is knowledgeable in the latest treatment protocols for skin diseases and conditions. He is highly experienced in comprehensive acne treatments to minimize scarring, early skin cancer detection and treatment, skin allergy testing, and treatments of rosacea, eczema and atopic dermatitis, psoriasis, vitiligo, warts, molluscum, and rashes. In addition, Dr. Grelck offers cosmetic services for skin rejuvenation including Botox and fillers.
Thomas A. Pietras, MD, FAAD
Board-Certified Dermatologist
Dr. Pietras is a Board-Certified Dermatologist specializing in the diagnosis and treatment of diseases of the skin, hair and nails. His professional areas of interest include skin cancer detection and treatment, and treatments of acne, rosacea, eczema and atopic dermatitis, psoriasis, vitiligo, warts, molluscum, skin allergies and rashes.