Athens

Dr. Dawn Merritt, the CEO and founder of Oakview Dermatology, is a Board Certified Dermatologist specializing in complex medical dermatology and skin cancer. 

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She served as the Residency Program Director for the OhioHealth Dermatology Residency Program for 12 years and has recently passed the torch to the next generation of healthcare leaders.

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Dr. Merritt speaks nationally several times a year on a variety of topics, she is the Medical Director for Merritt Bioscience's clinical trial program and she has numerous dermatologic publications. 

 

She was awarded one of the Top Doctors by OH Top Docs in 2023 and this past year she was named the Clinical Educator of the Year by the Fall Clinical Conference. 

 

Dr. Merritt loves spending time with her family, traveling and mentoring young physicians.

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Dr. Sarah Croft is enthusiastically joining Oakview Dermatology as a board-certified dermatologist.

 

As an Ohioan native, she graduated cum laude from Miami University of Ohio and later obtained a master’s degree from Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health.

 

She attended Ohio University Heritage College of Osteopathic Medicine and completed her internship and residency training in Largo, Florida where she served as Chief resident.

 

Along with her extensive training, she authored several publications, presented at national conferences and is the recipient of multiple residency awards.

 

Dr. Croft is excited about the opportunity to return to the Buckeye state after practicing in North Carolina and Florida.

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Dr. Jennifer Gwilym is not only one of the most highly trained physicians in the area but is also a Professor of Medicine at Ohio University’s Medical school.

 

As a faculty member at OU, she serves as an assistant dean.

 

Dr. Gwilym approaches skin problems and treatment with expertise that utilizes her experience in both dermatology and internal medicine, enabling her to achieve the best outcomes for her patients.

 

Dr. Gwilym’s approach to her patient’s total health and well-being, along with her warmth and passion for medicine makes her standout.

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Dr. Kathleen Nemer is a board-certified dermatologist and board-certified Mohs micrographic surgeon who specializes in Mohs micrographic surgery, skin cancer removal, and post-skin cancer reconstruction.

 

She completed her medical degree at Vanderbilt University School of Medicine, followed by her dermatology residency and Mohs micrographic surgery fellowship at Washington University in St. Louis.

 

Dr. Nemer is a member of several professional organizations and has authored numerous scientific articles.

 

Prior to joining Oakview Dermatology, Dr. Nemer practiced in the greater St. Louis area for over four years.

 

She is passionate about the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of skin cancer. She looks forward to serving her patients for their skin cancer needs.

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Adriana Walsh joined Oakview Dermatology in 2011, bringing with her 7 years of medical and cosmetic Dermatology experience from her previous practice in Tallahassee, Florida.

 

She graduated from the University of Florida in 2004 with her Master of Physician Assistant Studies. 

 

She is a current member of the Society of Dermatological Physician Assistants and has completed several training conferences relating but not limited to skin cancer and the screening process.

 

Adriana’s true passion lies within diagnosing skin cancer and treating it at its earliest stage.

 

She is also eager to help the Athens Community.

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Amber Gokkaya is originally from Northeast Louisiana, where she graduated summa cum laude with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing. She later relocated to Athens, Ohio, where she earned her Master of Science in Nursing, Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) from Ohio University. Additionally, Amber completed specialized training and certification in Adult Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (AG-ACNP) at Mount Carmel College of Nursing.

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Before joining Oakview Dermatology, Amber worked as a Hospitalist Nurse Practitioner, contributing to various hospital committees and co-chairing the Advanced Practice Providers Committee. This experience sharpened her skills in managing acute illnesses and coordinating care among healthcare teams.

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At Oakview Dermatology, Amber initially focused on cosmetic dermatology and procedures, but her passion has since grown to include medical dermatology. She is committed to delivering high-quality care and helping patients achieve both their medical and aesthetic goals.​ In her free time, Amber enjoys exploring new places and spending quality time with her family.