Kathleen Garvey, MD, FAAD
Board-Certified Dermatologist
5.0 /5
664 reviews
I work hard to make patients feel at ease when they’re in my care. I pride myself in doing everything I can to be my patient’s best healthcare advocate.
- Kathleen Garvey, MD
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Wonderful doctor. Very thorough and thoughtful. Perfect bedside manner. Highly recommend her for all your dermatology needs.
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Forefront Dermatology
Great dermatologist! Would highly recommend her. I’ve been going to her for years. Very knowledgeable….very personable….
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Felt welcome, listened to my daughter's concerns and was instantly able to offer guidance. We also went home with a big bag of samples!
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Dr. Garvey was great! I was able to get an appointment in a timely manner and she addressed all my concerns putting my mind at ease. Thank you very much!
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She is exceptional!
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Showed concern for my wellbeing, she listened ad discussed my concerns. She makes me control any pain
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Dr. Garvey is always thorough and thoughtful in her care.
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Dr. Garvey takes the time to explain what needs to be done for your specific condition. Highly recommend!
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Very pleased with Dr Garvey& Staff at Forefront Dermatology! Very knowledgeable & effective treatments!
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Super nice and knowledgeable.
Education

Undergraduate Degree:
Miami University – Oxford, OH

Medical Degree:
University of Wisconsin – Madison, WI

Dermatology Residency:
Mayo Clinic – Jacksonville, FL

Certificates
American Board of Dermatology
Professional Memberships
American Academy of Dermatology
American Society for Dermatologic Surgery
Waukesha County Medical Society
Achievements
Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Medical Society
Presidents Scholar Award
Phi Eta Sigma Honor Society
Alpha Lambda Delta Honor Society
Publications

Garvey, C; Garvey, K; Hendi, A. A review of common dermatologic disorders of the external ear. Journal of the American Academy of Audiology, 2008; 19;226-232.

Garvey, K; Hinshaw, M; Vanness, E. Chronic disseminated cutaneous blastomycosis in and 11-year old, with a brief review of the literature. Pediatric Dermatology, 2005;23(6):541-5.

Hansen, W; McAndrew, S; Harris, K; Zimmerman B. Metoclopramide effect on breastfeeding the preterm infant; a randomized controlled trial. Obstetrics & Gynecology, 2005;105(2):383-9.

Tribus, CB; Garvey, KE. Full-thickness thoracic laminar erosion after posterior spinal fusion associated with late-presenting infection. Spine, 2003;28(10):E194-197.

*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.