Thomas A. Pietras, MD, FAAD

Board-Certified Dermatologist

4.9 /5

730 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

So impressed after my first visit! In and out quickly, all my questions answered and his nurse was awesome!

Google • Forefront Dermatology

Great dr very detail oriented. Felt comfortable in his care.

Google • Forefront Dermatology

They are friendly, caring, and very knowledgeable!!! Currently doing the 5 day allergy test- and I’m excited to finally get some results!

Google • Forefront Dermatology

Very nice and explain everything very well

Google • Forefront Dermatology

I saw Dr. Pietras for my annual skin health check up today. He is very conscientious and thorough in his exam and visit. He explains what he's looking at and suggests what I can do for my skin concerns.

Google • Forefront Dermatology

I had quick appointment and solved three problems.

Google • Forefront Dermatology

Pietras was very fast, and explained very well what I had going on. He knew what he was doing and helped me understand. I recommend him!

Google • Forefront Dermatology

Dr Pietras was very nice, friendly and kind. I was a little nervous because of past experiences. But he explained what to expect before, during and after the surgery. He made sure I was comfortable and ok during the surgery. If I had to do it again I would definitely choose Dr Pietras.

Google • Forefront Dermatology

Dr. Pietras is a very knowledgeable and doctor doctor. I recommend him to everyone who needs a dermatologist. His staff is wonderful. I just can't say enough good things about him. So glad he is my doctor.

Google • Forefront Dermatology

Dr Pietras takes the time to listen to your questions, never feel your on a timer , to rush you out of office, best dermatologist I’ve ever been to.he found & removed melanoma on my arm, plus other issues I’ve seen him for . Plus he has great nurses in his office!

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.