Retief Skin Center
Clinic Profile
Retief Skin Center (retiefskincenter.com) is home to one of Nashville’s most experienced medical and cosmetic dermatology teams. Located in the heart of Green Hills, the practice positions itself as the only local skincare center offering a one-stop-shop combining medical dermatology, cosmetic dermatology, plastic-surgery-level aesthetic procedures, and skin care under one roof. It also produces BuffRx, Dr. Retief’s personalized skincare line made fresh in-house.
Address: 4301 Hillsboro Pike, Suite 200, Nashville, TN 37215 Phone: (615) 383-6092 Fax: (615) 292-8424 Hours: Monday–Friday 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.; Saturday & Sunday closed Website: retiefskincenter.com
Background and History
Retief Skin Center traces its roots to 1980 and today operates under the leadership of Dr. Carla Retief, MD, who has practiced dermatology since 1999. Dr. Retief brought her experience and artistic eye to Middle Tennessee and built the center into a comprehensive skin care destination combining medical and cosmetic dermatology.
The practice is distinguished by Dr. Retief’s expertise in Mohs micrographic surgery — she removes an estimated 800–1,000 skin cancers per year — as well as advanced minimally invasive cosmetic techniques performed under local anesthesia. Over the years the center has grown into a full-service practice with an accomplished team of nurses and aesthetic staff, a loyal multigenerational patient base, and its own BuffRx product line.
Services and Programs
Retief Skin Center offers a comprehensive range of medical and cosmetic dermatology services.
Medical Dermatology
- Full skin exams
- Skin cancer treatment and Mohs micrographic surgery
- Reconstructive surgery
- Treatment for acne, rosacea, and general skin conditions
- Hair loss / alopecia treatment (HaiRestart)
Cosmetic Dermatology & Aesthetics
- Botox and injectables
- Laser skin rejuvenation and laser surgery
- Chemical peels
- Microneedling
- Microdermabrasion
- Facials and waxing
- Microblading
Skincare Products
- BuffRx — Dr. Retief’s personalized skincare line, made fresh in-house
Doctors and Medical Professionals
Retief Skin Center is led by its founding dermatologist and supported by nurses, aesthetic staff, and practice management.
Dr. Carla Retief, MD — Dermatologist & Mohs Surgeon
Dr. Retief is certified by the American Board of Dermatology and has practiced dermatology since 1999. She is trained in dermatology, Mohs micrographic surgery, reconstructive surgery, laser surgery, and cosmetic surgery, and she performs an estimated 800–1,000 skin cancer removals per year via Mohs surgery. She was one of approximately 40 dermatologists in the world to begin a Mohs Micrographic Surgery Fellowship emphasizing skin oncology, Mohs, laser, and reconstructive surgery, training under the then-president of the American College of Mohs Surgery. She is recognized as an expert in facial skin cancer management and advanced minimally invasive cosmetic techniques performed under local anesthesia.
Clinical & Aesthetic Team
Dr. Retief leads an accomplished team that includes registered nurses and aesthetic staff frequently praised by name in patient reviews (including Adam and Nurse Tammy), along with Practice Director Kristin Rogers. Prospective patients can confirm the current provider roster and credentials directly with the practice.
Reviews and Patient Feedback
Retief Skin Center is highly regarded in Nashville, with 198 reviews on Birdeye, 24 reviews on Yelp, and strong feedback across Google, Zocdoc, and Nextdoor. Patients repeatedly praise Dr. Retief’s expertise, honesty, and results — with several noting she solved problems other dermatologists could not — as well as the kind, gentle staff and clean, modern, relaxing facility. Prospective patients are encouraged to check current ratings on Google and Zocdoc for the latest feedback.
Testimonials and Quotes
The following testimonials are drawn from the practice’s Zocdoc reviews:
“I am always pleased with the care I receive from Dr. Retief. She is the best… truly an expert and an artist! Highly recommend her!”
“Best of all, my face looks amazing since starting BuffRx products. Felt they truly know skin and not everyone treated the same.”
“She was very personal about my wants and needs. When we decided on a procedure, it was entirely painless… Nurse Tammy explained after care very thoroughly. I felt treated like a queen!”
Pricing and Value Signals
Retief Skin Center accepts CareCredit financing for treatments and offers its exclusive in-house BuffRx skincare product line for at-home care. Specific procedure and treatment pricing is provided during consultation.
Verification Notes
- Address (4301 Hillsboro Pike, Suite 200, Nashville, TN 37215), phone (615) 383-6092, fax (615) 292-8424, and hours confirmed from the website Contact page, Yelp, and CareCredit listing.
- Single location confirmed.
- Establishment (1980) and Dr. Carla Retief’s leadership confirmed from the Yelp business description; Dr. Retief’s credentials, Mohs fellowship, and 800–1,000 skin cancers/year confirmed from her Zocdoc profile.
- Practice Director Kristin Rogers confirmed from a RocketReach company profile; staff first names (Adam, Nurse Tammy) confirmed from Birdeye/Zocdoc reviews.
- Services confirmed from Yelp specialties and the website.
- Testimonials confirmed from Zocdoc reviews; review counts confirmed from Birdeye (198) and Yelp (24).
- CATEGORY-FIT CAUTION: Retief Skin Center is a medical/cosmetic dermatology and skin cancer (Mohs) practice. No medical weight loss / bariatric service was found in its offerings. This is a weak fit for a bariatric/weight-loss directory — confirm whether this listing belongs on BariatricReports.org before publishing, or whether it was intended for a dermatology/aesthetics directory.





