About Henry DeGroot, MD
Dr. DeGroot was raised in Chino, California. After high school he served in the United States Marine Corps both in the states and abroad. He finished his military service in Hawaii and stayed there for his initial undergraduate work at the University of Hawaii. From there he studied and trained in the Midwest and East Coast before settling back in California. Dr. DeGroot received his Medical Degree with Distinction at Indiana University, where he received numerous awards and scholarships including the Graduating Senior Academic Achievement Award. After completing his Residency at UC San Diego, where he also served as Chief Resident, Dr. DeGroot worked at Kaiser Permanente for 10 years before pursuing private practice. Dr. DeGroot remains active in teaching and has held an academic position at UC Davis Department of Dermatology since 2004. Dr. DeGroot lives with his wife and three children in Santa Rosa. Beyond spending time with his family, he enjoys running, mountain biking, skiing and household projects.