Our Providers

Wayne A. Breer, M.D.

Dermatologist Dr. Wayne A. Breer, M.D. | St. Louis Dr. Wayne Alan Breer received his medical degree from Saint Louis University School of Medicine in 1984. He subsequently completed his internship in Obstetrics-Gynecology at Naval Hospital, San Diego, CA in 1985 and his residency in Dermatology at Naval Hospital / Department of Dermatology in 1991.

Dr. Breer is Board Certified in Dermatology and Dermatopathology. He is a fellow of the American Academy of Dermatology and the American Society of Dermatopathology.

Awards:

St. Louis University Department of Dermatology
Outstanding Faculty Teaching Award- 2000, 1999
Hollander Award (Outstanding Teaching Resident) - 1991
Dean's List/Graduated Magna Cum Laude from Saint Louis University - 1980
Academic Scholarship to Saint Louis University - 1976
Navy Commendation Medal (x2)
Navy Achievement Medal

Daniel S. Ring, M.D.

Dermatologist Dr. Daniel S. Ring, M.D. | St. Louis Dr. Daniel Scott Ring graduated in 1992 from the 6-Year Combined B.A./M.D. Degree Program at the University of Missouri-Kansas City School of Medicine. After completing residencies in Internal Medicine in Kansas City and St. Louis, Dr. Ring subsequently trained in Dermatology at Barnes-Jewish Hospital at The Washington University School of Medicine and served as Chief Resident in Dermatology in 1998. Dr. Ring earned his Board Certification in Dermatology in 1998 and participates in ongoing continuing education and obtained re-certification in Dermatology in 2008.

Dr. Ring focuses his efforts on General and Surgical Dermatology including skin cancer screening, mole evaluation and removal, psoriasis, acne, warts, and contact dermatitis. In fact, Dr. Ring has been somewhat of a pioneer in the St. Louis Dermatology community as the first Dermatologist in the area to treat psoriasis with the XTRAC® laser, incorporate expanded Patch Testing to evaluate Allergic Contact Dermatitis into daily practice, as well as one of most experienced with Laser Hair Reduction and BOTOX® injections for excessive sweating (hyperhidrosis).

Dr. Ring is also our Cosmetic Dermatology specialist experienced in injections of BOTOX® for Facial Wrinkles and Excessive Sweating, Injection of Fillers (Collagen, Restylane®, JUVÉDERM®, Radiesse®, and Evolence®) as well as lasers for Hair Reduction and treatment of Facial veins. We also provide an extensive array of Skin Care Products to help with “SKIN: health, safety, and beauty” (SkinMedica®, LaRoche-Posay®, Neo-Cutis®, Obagi®, MD-Forte®, Blue Lizard®, Vanicream/Free and Clear®).

Dr. Ring continues to be actively involved in the local, state, and national Dermatology communities.

Professional Societies and Associations:

1990-present American Medical Association
1993-present Missouri State Medical Association
1994-present St. Louis Metropolitan Medical Society
1995-present American Academy of Dermatology (Fellow)
1997-present St. Louis Dermatology Journal Club (President 2005-2007)
1998-present St. Louis Dermatological Society (Secretary, Treasurer)
2000-present American Society for Dermatologic Surgery
2007-present American Contact Dermatitis Society

Susan A. Blattel, M.D.

Dermatologist Dr. Susan A. Blattel, M.D. | St. Louis Dr. Susan Akers Blattel graduated from Saint Louis University School of Medicine in 1992. She is also a summa cum laude graduate from Saint Louis University with a Bachelor of Science in Chemistry. Following medical school, she completed an internal medicine internship at St. John's Mercy Medical Center. Then Dr. Blattel participated in a two year clinical research fellowship at Washington University School of Medicine. These clinical trials investigated new therapies for cutaneous T cell lymphoma, scleroderma, onychomycosis, and warts. She has publications in several medical journals and a chapter in a pediatric textbook.

Dr. Blattel completed her residency in dermatology at Barnes-Jewish Hospital at the Washington University School of Medicine. She became board certified in dermatology in 1998 and obtained recertification in 2006. Since finishing residency, Dr. Blattel's practice has focused mainly on medical dermatology, especially the detection and treatment of skin cancers. She treats various skin conditions including eczema, acne, warts, molluscum, contact dermatitis, and psoriasis. She removes moles and skin tags and treats both children and adults. She performs certain cosmetic procedures and emphasizes healthy skin care.

Dr. Blattel continues to teach the residents and volunteer her time at the Barnes-Jewish Dermatology Clinic. She is on staff at St. Luke's Hospital in Chesterfield and St. Clare's Hospital in Fenton and has courtesy privileges at Barnes-Jewish Hospital. She is married and has three children.

Professional Societies and Associations:

1987-present Alpha Sigma Nu, honor society of Jesuit Universities
1988-present Missouri State Medical Association
1988-present American Medical Association
1991-present Alpha Omega Alpha, Medical Honor Society
1993-1995 Society of Investigative Dermatology
1993-present American Academy of Dermatology
1995-present St. Louis Dermatological Society
1995-present Missouri Dermatologic Society

Rebecca J. Smith, PA-C

Rebecca J. Smith graduated from the PA program at Wichita State University in Wichita, Kansas, in 2004. Before beginning her education as a PA, she received an undergraduate degree in Biology from Newman University and has worked within the medical community for eight years.

Physician assistants, PAs, are healthcare professionals licensed to practice medicine with physician supervision. PAs perform physical exams, diagnose and treat illnesses, order and interpret lab tests, assist in surgery, provide patient education and in virtually all states can prescribe medications.

There are currently 136 accredited PA programs. Because of the close working relationship PAs have with physicians, PAs are educated in the medical model designed to complement physician training. This training consists of studies in medical and behavioral sciences (anatomy, pharmacology, pathophysiology, clinical medicine and physical diagnosis), followed by 2,000 hours of clinical rotations in various settings including surgery.

PAs receive their national certification from the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA). Only graduates of an accredited PA program are eligible to take the Physician Assistant National Certifying Examination (PANCE). To remain nationally certified, PAs must complete 100 hours of Continuing Medical Education (CME) every 2 years, and pass a national recertification examination every 6 years.