Medical/Graduate School:
- BS, Microbiology, Brigham Young University (2003)
- MPH, Public Policy, University of Pittsburgh (2008)
- PhD, Epidemiology, University of Pittsburgh (2010)
- MD, University of Pittsburgh (2012)
- MBA, Business Administration, University of Utah (2020)
Medical Training:
Previous appointments:
Other positions/memberships:
- Fellow of the American Academy of Dermatology
- Fellow of the Royal Australasian College of Physicians
- Fellow of the New Zealand Dermatological Society Inc.
- Senior Clinical Lecturer in Medicine, University of Otago
Aaron Secrest, MD, PhD, is a consultant dermatologist and clinical director of dermatology at Christchurch Hospital specialising in medical dermatology, surgical dermatology, and paediatric dermatology, with special interest in acne.
His particular research focus is understanding what matters most to his patients and how his patients' skin issues affect their quality of life. He is also very interested in improving access to dermatologic expertise and care
Dr. Secrest completed an MBA in 2020 at the University of Utah to help him understand the business side of medicine. He wants to bring positive features of the US healthcare system to increase access and efficiency in the New Zealand system.
Dr. Secrest spends time trying to identify the most cost-effective care for his patients. In 2021, Dr. Secrest created a website (medicalsecrets.com) to help people learn practical tips for managing common skin issues with over-the-counter treatments.
Dr. Secrest regular speaks to GPs, pharmacists, registrars and house officers, and the general public to share these practical tips and insights.