About Us

About Central Austin Dermatology & Aesthetics in Austin, TX

Farady Dermatology Associates, Dr. Katherine Farady’s practice, and Central Austin Dermatology, Dr. Jay Hendrix’s practice, merged together in 2024 to operate under the name Central Austin Dermatology & Aesthetics with three locations serving the Austin community. We have been serving Austin patients for more than 25 years and offer medical, surgical and cosmetic dermatology services.

We are all passionate about providing the highest quality dermatologic care with an emphasis on treating the person and not just the disease. We are committed to providing patient-centered quality care and our team of providers have a vast amount of experience. Our team has kept up with modern dermatology technologies, including tools, restorations and innovative methods of achieving and maintaining optimal skin health. While our expertise in dermatology tools and techniques has evolved over time, our commitment to our patient’s comfort and well-being has been consistent since we began our practices. We uphold this commitment with thorough and gentle dermatology treatment, as well as educating our patients to have a better skincare regimen outside of our office.

We care for your well-being.

Get to know the team

Quoc-Bao Nguyen, MD

Board-Certified Dermatologist & Fellowship-Trained Mohs Surgeon

Locations: Anderson Lane
Dr. Quoc-Bao Nguyen is a board-certified dermatologist and fellowship-trained Mohs micrographic and reconstructive surgeon
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Simi Cadmus, MD

Board-Certified Dermatologist

Locations: Anderson Lane | Bryker Woods
Dr. Cadmus’s professional interests include surgical dermatology, skin of color, hair loss, and cosmetics.
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Jay A. Hendrix, MD

Board-Certified Dermatologist

Locations: 34th & West
Dr. Hendrix been named among the best physicians in Texas by Texas Monthly magazine
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Courtney Scamardo, PA-C

Physician Assistant

Locations: Anderson Lane | Bryker Woods
Courtney loves working in dermatology because of the satisfaction that comes from building trust
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Shirien O. Coover, PA-C

Physician Assistant

Locations: 34th & West
Shirien is passionate about providing high-quality medical care to her patients and takes a
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In your own words

Patient Testimonials

Anderson Ln.

Courtney Scamardo and Jamie! Both were very kind and helpful with my daughters’ acne. They spent a good amount of time with us, were kind, patient, and gave 110%. Most impressed, highly recommended! A++

- H.C.
34th & West

I’ve been a patient at Central Austin Derm for many many years, and specifically a patient of Shirien for many of those years. I never feel like she is in a rush, even if she is having a busy day. She explains what she is doing, listens to what concerns me, and is warmly professional.

- C.T.
Anderson Ln.

“My first visit here was great. Everything from making the appointment to filling out new patient info was efficiently accomplished with a smile from the staff.”

- D.B.
Bryker Woods

I have seen Courtney for years and travel 2 hours to see her. She is very knowledgeable and I feel like she truly cares about my health. She’s the best!

- P.T.
Bryker Woods

“I’ve been coming to Dr.Cadmus for a little over a year now and before that went to Dr. Farrady. Dr Cadmus is really great! I am always able to get into seeing her quickly and she’s very thorough and great at her profession.”

- M.C.
34th & West

Shareen Coover is the practitioner I saw and she is absolutely wonderful. Her bedside manner is so lovely and she is extremely thorough when I go for my annual skin check I highly recommend this practice.

- L.M.