Dr. Basnett, a native of Fulton, MO, attended medical school at the University of Missouri. After completing his general surgery internship in San Diego, CA, he served as a flight surgeon with the U.S. Marines, deploying to Afghanistan in support of Operation Enduring Freedom. He later completed his dermatology training at Naval Medical Center San Diego, followed by a tour as Chief of Dermatology in Pearl Harbor, Hawaii. After a 10-year career in the U.S. Navy, Dr. Basnett returned to the Mid-Missouri area with his wife, Jeanna, and their three children.
Dr. Basnett’s clinical interests include general dermatology, laser therapy, skin cancer detection and surgery, as well as humanitarian and disaster relief operations. In his free time, he enjoys spending time with family, outdoor activities, BBQ, and cheering for Mizzou.