Dr. Christy Woodruff, MD
Cosmetic Dermatology,
Dermatologic Surgery
Medical Expertise of Dr. Christy Woodruff, MD
Dr. Woodruff specializes in general, cosmetic and surgical dermatology.
About Dr. Christy Woodruff, MD
Patient Education Resources
Biologics are a class of medications that are used to treat moderate to severe psoriasis. They are typically used when other treatments, such as topical creams and light therapy, have not been effecti...
The best way to find out if you have skin cancer is to have a skin examination performed by a healthcare professional such as a dermatologist. They will visually inspect your skin for any suspicious m...
Here are some basic acne skin care tips that may help to reduce the appearance and severity of acne:Cleanse your skin gently: Use a mild, non-abrasive cleanser to wash your face twice a day. Avoid usi...
Acne scars can be treated with a variety of methods, including:Topical treatments: Topical creams and gels containing ingredients such as retinoids, hydroquinone, and vitamin C can help to reduce the ...
Treatment for nail fungus (onychomycosis) can be challenging, as the fungus can be difficult to eliminate and may recur. Treatment options include:Topical antifungal medication: Over-the-counter antif...
Education & Training
Dr. Woodruff is from Houston and graduated from Bellaire High School. She attended Trinity University in San Antonio, graduating cum laude with a Bachelor of Arts in psychology. She then attended The University of Texas Medical School at Houston, graduating as one of the two valedictorians, and was elected to Alpha Omega Alpha medical honor society for junior and senior years of medical school.
After medical school, she did an Internal Medicine internship at Harvard Medical School – Massachusetts General Hospital in Boston. Next, she completed three years of Dermatology Residency at Baylor College of Medicine.
Professional Affiliations
DermSurgery Associates
DermSurgery Associates is a private practice in Houston, Texas that specializes in state-of-the-art laser surgery procedures, dermatologic surgical procedures and Mohs Micrographic surgeries, as well as an array of skincare and cosmetic services.
We have several on-site laser systems, and pride ourselves on maintaining the highest standards in quality care. Our skilled dermatologists utilize the most advanced treatments and procedures, offering our patients the safest, most effective solutions to reach their skin care goals.
The physicians and staff of DermSurgery Associates stay on the forefront of technologies and procedures, offering our patients the best dermatological treatment regimen available. We achieve this through participation in clinical studies in the specialty of skin cancer and other dermatological studies within each of our physicians’ respective specialties. DermSurgery leads the way in surgical and laser technology.