Andrea

Rea

MD

Appointments

Eastside Specialty Center 

UW Medical Center – Roosevelt Dermatology Center 

Biography

Andrea Rea, MD, is a Seattle native and dermatologist who specializes in general dermatology. Dr. Rea believes in a collaborative approach to patient care, advocating for her patients and encouraging them to be active participants in their care, in order to achieve the best outcomes possible. Her clinical interests include general dermatology, hair disorders, and teledermatology.  She performs steroid injections, skin cancer excisions, and cyst removal. Additionally, she is a Clinical Assistant Professor of Dermatology, where she teaches and mentors residents and medical students. In her free time, Dr. Rea enjoys rock climbing, backpacking, hiking, photography, traveling, writing, leather working, playing piano, and trying new and interesting cheeses.

Education & Training

MD, with high honors, University of Washington (2016)

Internship, Sacred Heart Medical Center, Spokane, WA (2017)

Residency in Dermatology, University of Washington (2020)

Honors

Alpha Omega Alpha (2016)

UW Dermatology Odland Scholar (2015, 2016)

Research Interests

• Teledermatology

Clinical Interests

• General dermatology
• Alopecia
• Teledermatology
• Ethics

Publications

Selected Publications

Rea, A. Examination of the Moral Permissibility of Human Cloning and Testing for Late-Onset Genetic Diseases in Children. Princeton Journal of Bioethics. 2011, Fall; 12: 44-54.