Meet the Expert Team Behind
St. Louis Dermatology & Cosmetic Surgery
Brandon T. Beal,
MD, FAAD
Dr. Brandon T. Beal is a double board-certified Mohs Micrographic Surgeon and Cosmetic Dermatologist, specializing in procedural dermatology, skin cancer treatment, and facial plastic and reconstructive surgery. He provides advanced care for complex skin cancers, tumors, and reconstructive challenges using evidence-based techniques guided by national standards.
A St. Louis native, Dr. Beal completed his dermatology residency at the Cleveland Clinic Dermatology & Plastic Surgery Institute and an elite fellowship in Mohs Micrographic Surgery, Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, and Dermatologic Oncology at Zitelli & Brodland, PC.
Dr. Beal is also highly regarded for his expertise in facial rejuvenation and minimally invasive cosmetic surgery, achieving natural, balanced results through personalized treatment planning. He believes in a collaborative, patient-centered approach, taking time to understand each patient’s goals before recommending tailored solutions.
In addition to treating skin cancer and performing reconstructive surgery, Dr. Beal helps patients correct scarring, contour irregularities, and pigmentation issues following previous procedures.
Dr. Beal is a Fellow of the American Academy of Dermatology and the American College of Mohs Surgery, and an active member of the American Society for Dermatologic Surgery and the American Medical Association. His research is published in national peer-reviewed journals and available through the National Library of Medicine.
Outside of his practice, Dr. Beal enjoys spending time with family, reading, and traveling.
View Dr. Beal’s before-and-after gallery and read patient reviews to see his results and commitment to excellence.
Jennifer Swofford, PA-C- Physician Assistant
Jennifer L. Swofford, PA-C, is a nationally certified physician assistant with 10 years of experience working in medical dermatology. She has been caring for patients in St. Charles County for the past decade and is excited to bring her knowledge and passion for dermatology to her hometown in Lincoln County.Â
As a physician assistant in dermatology, Jennifer performs complete skin examinations, diagnoses and treats skin malignancies and numerous other skin diseases, prescribes medications, and performs biopsies and other minor surgical procedures. She is licensed by the State of Missouri’s Board of Healing Arts to practice medicine and is board-certified with the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants. Jennifer Swofford is a dedicated, kindhearted physician assistant who strives to provide superior patient care.
Jennifer Swofford was born and raised in Troy, Missouri, and graduated from Troy Buchanan High School. Her undergraduate education was received at Truman State University, where she graduated magna cum laude with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Health Science. Her medical education was completed at Saint Louis University’s Physician Assistant Program, where she earned a Master’s in Medical Science. Jennifer currently lives in Lincoln County with her husband and two sons. In her free time, she enjoys going on adventures with her boys, serving at her local church, and reading a good book with a cup of hot tea.
Amanda Fair – Practice Manager
Amanda joined St. Louis Dermatology & Cosmetic Surgery in the fall of 2022, bringing her over 10 years of managerial experience in the medical field. As the Practice Manager, Amanda is responsible for the day-to-day operational management of the clinic. She wants to ensure each St. Louis Dermatology & Cosmetic Surgery patient has a positive experience.
Amanda loves to travel with her husband and two children in her spare time. She also enjoys days on the beach, live music, and cheering on the UGA Bulldogs. Go, Dawgs!
Sherri Nuss – Billing Manager
Sherri joined St Louis Dermatology & Cosmetic Surgery in the Fall of 2022. She has over 25 years in the medical field, specializing in billing, management, insurance, and clerical work. She is a certified professional biller specializing in Mohs and Dermatology since 2012. Sherri is responsible for all billing aspects of the practice to ensure proper billing and procedures are adhered to for both the practice and the patients.
Sherri has three children, two adults, and one son still at home. She has three grandchildren and spoils them every chance she can. She enjoys her time off, spending time with her family and friends. She also does charity work with the Order of the Eastern Star.
Jessi Shields –
Office Lead and Histotech
Jessi joined St. Louis Dermatology and Cosmetic Surgery in January 2023. She is a Licensed Practical Nurse with over 10 years in the medical field, 7 of which have been in dermatology. She has trained and worked as an MOHS histotech since 2020. You might find her filling in at the front desk or assisting Dr. Beal when not in the lab.
Jessi lives in Troy with her husband, Alex, and their daughter Nora. She enjoys cooking, crafting, home projects, and hanging with her chickens.
Christeen Tate – Medical Assistant/MOHS Assistant
Christeen joined St. Louis Dermatology and Cosmetic Surgery in January 2023. She has been in the medical field for 13 years and has worked in MOHS surgery/ dermatology. She worked as an assistant for a busy facial plastic surgeon’s office early in her career. She knows different procedures and enjoys her days operating with Dr. Beal.
Christeen grew up in Winfield, MO. She has three kids who keep her busy and on her toes. When Christen has free time, she likes to relax, listen to music, and spend time with family and friends.
Lacy Graham –
Medical Assistant
Lacy joined St Louis Dermatology & Cosmetic Surgery in the Fall of 2023. Lacy has been a Dermatology Medical Assistant for 7 years. She has experience assisting providers with General Dermatology, Surgeries, and Mohs.
Lacy was raised in Troy and graduated from Troy Buchanan High School. She currently lives in Lincoln County with her husband and two kids. She enjoys side-by-side rides and spending time with her family and friends when not working.
Katy Hahler –
Medical Assistant
Katy joined the St. Louis Dermatology & Cosmetic Surgery team.
Susan Burroughs – Front Office Coordinator
She has 18 years of medical experience in different medical settings, specializing in
insurance and has determined that Dermatology is her favorite.
Susan graduated from Troy Buchanan and Missouri College. She still resides in Troy with her Husband and two children. While out of the office, Susan enjoys being active, watching her kids play sports, gardening, cooking, listening to music, and doing home projects. She is excited to welcome you to the office and help in any way she can!
Stephanie Constant –
Front Office Coordinator
Stephanie joined the team in April 2024 with six years of prior medical experience. She generally works at the front desk, checking patients in and out, and answering the phones. She also performs insurance verifications to help ensure the patients’ check-in and billing process goes as smoothly as possible.
Stephanie grew up in Utah and moved to St Louis for a change of scenery in 2017. She now lives in the Troy area with her husband and their two dogs.
Hayley F –
Medical Assistant
Hayley joined St. Louis Dermatology and Cosmetic Surgery in May 2025. She primarily assists Jennifer on a day-to-day basis.
When she’s not working at the office, Hayley enjoys racing dirt bikes and taking care of her mini farm.
Marla Hopkins –
Biller
Marla has worked in the medical field for 25 years, beginning her career as a biller and progressing into management roles. She joined St. Louis Dermatology in the Summer of 2024 and oversees all billing aspects of the clinic.Â
Marla originally grew up in Troy, MO, with her five siblings, before moving to California, where she lived for 28 years, raising her son, before returning to Missouri. In her free time, she enjoys spending time with family, horseback riding, and camping.
Amber Sexton – Front Office Coordinator
Amber joined the St. Louis Dermatology & Cosmetic Surgery team.
Arvin Ebreo –
Administrative Assistant
Arvin joined St. Louis Dermatology & Cosmetic Surgery in October 2024 as an Administrative Assistant, supporting the team with backend operations, including report generation, analytics, and general administrative tasks. With a professional background as a Customer and Operations Support Specialist, Arvin brings 15 years of experience at global financial institutions such as HSBC and Capital One. Over the past two years, he worked as a full-time Virtual Assistant, providing customer support and sales administration for various U.S. businesses, offering executive assistance to a consultant, and delivering administrative support to a digital content creator. Arvin has a passion for research and enjoys reading about ancient civilizations and historical figures. In his free time, he loves diving into history books, uncovering fascinating insights about the past.
Paulina Sadiosa –
Administrative Assistant
Paulina joined Jacksonville/St. Louis Dermatology and Cosmetic Surgery in September 2024. She has been working remotely from the Philippines as an Administrative Assistant since 2020. Paulina specializes in insurance verifications on the Billing Team, ensuring accurate and efficient processing to support both the practice and its patients.
Paulina is a devoted wife and mother to five children. In her free time, she enjoys streaming and watching short-form movies. She is a coffee lover and is passionate about continuous learning.
