Thomas A. Pietras, MD, FAAD

Board-Certified Dermatologist

4.9 /5

708 reviews

Thomas A. Pietras, MD, FAAD

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.

Cedar Rapids

202 10th Street SE
Suite 270

Cedar Rapids, Iowa 52403

Tel:(319) 366-3600

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Google • Forefront Dermatology

Love my doctor! Takes GREAT care of me!

Google • Forefront Dermatology

I felt like Dr Pietris was genuinely invested in my concerns and was able to explain the differences of my moles, sun spots, etc that I pointed out.

Google • Forefront Dermatology

Dr. Peitras was very thorough and went through the medication so he’s going to start based on on and I really appreciated the time he and his nurse spent with us

Google • Forefront Dermatology

The 4 stars are for Mandy the nurse. She was compassionate and honest. Unfortunately, I was not a fan of Dr Pietras..he was definitely not compassionate, seem irritated when I questioned him or seemed reluctant to jump to his suggestions. He was not listening or dismissed my concerns..I was upset so really not sure if he even ended congenially..Just walked out 1 star on bedside manner.

Google • Forefront Dermatology

First time seeing Dr Pietras, had a great experience. He was thorough, answered my questions and was in and out. Shout out to Kendra too !!!

Google • Forefront Dermatology

Top Flight!!!!!

Google • Forefront Dermatology

Took way too long to get on to him. Once my appointment arrived most of the skin condition had disappeared. Kept the appointment because it was the second time I had the rash in 6 months so needed to figure out what I was getting into. Appointment was quick and very efficient. He was very professional.

Google • Forefront Dermatology

Everyone was very professional. Everything was explained with each step. I felt very comfortable.

Google • Forefront Dermatology

Dr. Pietras takes the time to listen to my concerns and keeps me clear on my skin issues. He always explains what my imperfections are and to be or not be concerned. The whole staff at Forefront is great to work with. When my skin codition allows he adjusts my next appointment further out.

Google • Forefront Dermatology

Impressed at my first appointment with Dr. Pietras.

Education

Undergraduate degree:
Coe College – Cedar Rapids, IA

Medical School:
University of Iowa- Iowa City, IA

Dermatology Residency:
University of Iowa- Iowa City, IA

Hospital Affiliations

St. Luke's Hospital

Certificates

American Board of Dermatology

Professional Memberships

American Academy of Dermatology
American Contact Dermatitis Society
American Medical Association
Iowa Dermatological Society - President 2020-2021, Vice President 2019-2020 Alpha Omega Alpha
Iowa Medical Society
Linn County Medical Society

Achievements

Gold Star Patient Care Award - University of Iowa
Resident Teaching Award - University of Iowa
Leadership and Excellence Award - University of Iowa
Gold Humanism Honor Society

Publications

Spohn GP, Pietras TA, Stone MS. Delayed-Onset Sclerema Neonatorum in a Critically Ill Premature Infant. Pediatric Dermatology.2016 Mar-Apr;33(2):e168-9 PMID: 27001336

Messingham KN, Pietras TA, Fairley JA. Role of IgE in bullous pemphigoid: a review and rationale for IgE directed therapies. Giornale Italiano di Dermatologia e Venereologia. 2012 June; 147(3):251-7.

Fernanadez KH, Hochwalt PC, Ritchie J, Pietras TA, Asarch A. Resident Rounds: Part I Program Spotlight; The University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics (UIHC). Journal of Drugs and Dermatology. 2012 Jun 1;11(6); 762.

Asarch A, Hochwalt PC, Ritchie J, Pietras TA, Fernandez KH. Resident Rounds: Part II Inherited Palmoplantar Keratodermas. Journal of Drugs and Dermatology. 2012 Jun 1;11(6); 767-8.

Pietras TA, Asarch A, Fernandez KH, Hochwalt PC, Ritchie J, Stone MS. Resident Rounds: Part III Generalized Linear Porokeratosis. Journal of Drugs and Dermatology. 2012 Jun 1;11(6); 772-3.

Pietras TA, Baum CL, Swick BL. Co-existent Kaposi Sarcoma. Cryptococcosis and Mycobacterium avium intracellulare in a Solitary Cutaneous Nodule in a Patient with AIDS: Report of a Case and Literature Review. Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology. 2010 Apr; 62(4): 767-80.

Pietras TA, Shi Q, Lee JD, Rizzo M. Traffic-entry behavior and crash risk for older drivers with impairment of selective attention. Perceptual and Motor Skills. 2006 Jun; 102(3):632-44.

Rizzo M, Shi Q, Dawson JD, Anderson SW, Kellison I, Pietras TA. Stops for cops: Impaired response implementation in older drivers with cognitive decline. Transportation Research Record: Journal of the Transportation Research Board. 2006 No. 1922, 1-8.

Pietras TA, Rowland NE. Effect of opioid and cannabinoid receptor antagonism on orphanin FQ-induced hyperphagia in rats. European Journal of Pharmacology. 2002 May 10;442(3):237-9.

*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.