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 two 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

Starting January 2027- Kishan M. Shah, MD, FAAD, FACMS

Double Board-Certified Dermatologist & Fellowship-Trained Mohs Surgeon

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Starting December 2026- Kelly Skiles, PA-C

Certified Physician Assistant

Locations: Anderson Lane
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Simi Cadmus, MD

Board-Certified Dermatologist

Locations: 34th & West | Anderson Lane
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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Shirien O. Coover, PA-C

Certified Physician Assistant

Locations: 34th & West
Shirien is passionate about providing high-quality medical care to her patients and takes a
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Rhonda Neumann, RN, LMA

Aesthetician

Locations: 34th & West | Anderson Lane
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Margaux Love, LMA

Aesthetician

Locations: 34th & West
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In your own words

Patient Testimonials

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.
Anderson Ln.

Dr. Cadmus was awesome, she came and quickly diagnosed my condition, she was thorough, she took her time to explain in laymen’s terms so I could understand. The staff was curteous and kind and quite helpful. It was a wonderful visit!!!

- D.B.
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.
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.
34th & West

I’ve been seeing Shirien Coover PA for several years. She puts me at ease, protecting my dignity and privacy during skin checks, and she is very soothing and as gentle as possible if/when she finds anything that requires removal. She also patiently answers my questions and genuinely wants me to understand the medical terminology. I also find their rates to be affordable and reasonable, which is rare and refreshing where health care costs are concerned.

- J.L.
34th & West

I’ve been seeing Dr. Hendrix for some time now and find him engaging, prompt, and highly knowledgeable about skin conditions. As someone who has a history of skin cancer, i feel fully confident in his expertise.

- S.R.