
Board-Certified Dermatologist
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Erica Colleran, MD, FAAD
Dr. Erica Colleran is a board-certified dermatologist with over 10 years of experience. A native of Ohio, Dr. Colleran came to love the state of Iowa during her time at the University of Iowa where she completed her dermatology residency. She has been the owner of Iowa City Dermatology, now known as Forefront Dermatology, since 2013. Dr. Colleran specializes in skin cancer detection and treatment, treatment of complex dermatologic conditions, and the management of acne, eczema, psoriasis, rashes, and more.

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We love love love Dr. Colleran! She is always positive and so kind! She remembers things about my family even. She was the only one who helped my son when he had warts on his hands in highschool. We tried everything with other Drs( who we loved and trusted as well.) He had them burned off, cut off and froze off. Nothing worked! Along comes Dr Colleran! Not only was she able to treat him they have not come back in over 15 years!!
For my fiance, he had a subatecous cyst both on his face and back. She treated the one on his back and sent him to a plastic surgeon for his face. Guess which one hasn't come back yet!!!! She is amazing.
I have MS, chronic migraines, PTSD and psoriasis. I am difficult because of all my conditions and meds. It is limited in what can be done for me. This being said, she has helped me every time!!!!
Now as for her nurse Mercedes, she is a Gods send! I love her. She is so helpful, knowledgeable and empathetic it's unreal!!!! She is far and away the best nurse I have had anywhere! I wouldn't go anywhere but here! Even if we moved we would definitely make a drive back to see them!!! Love you guys truly!

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Professional, knowledgeable, and personable. I am glad I found Dr Colleran.

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Always a pleasant visit!

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Dr Colleran is one of the nicest people you could hope to meet and a wonderful dermatologist!

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Well taken care of in a timely manner.
Thank you.

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It was great.

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I have seen Dr Colleran for several years. She is the best. Always super genuinely friendly and upbeat while she consistently delivers straightforward information and clear explanations of what she’s doing and/or why it’s not prudent to take any action. Her staff is also very friendly and helpful. I would highly recommend this practice.

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She is the best! She knows her patients and will do whatever she can to help them. Truly one of a kind!

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Top notch experience

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Dr. Colleran has an excellent bedside manner and communicates effectively. She is extremely knowledgeable, I am especially impressed by her bedside manner as well as her willingness to research my condition further in trying to find the best treatment for me. I feel fortunate to have her as my doctor.
- Education
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Undergraduate Degree: BS, University of Virginia – Charlottesville, VA
Medical School: MD, University of Cincinnati College of Medicine – Cincinnati, OH
Dermatology Residency: University of Iowa – Iowa City, IA
- Certificates
- American Board of Dermatology
- Professional Memberships
- American Academy of Dermatology
Iowa Dermatological Society
American Medical Association
Women’s Dermatologic Society
*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.