Medical Expertise of Dr. Elizabeth Basler, MD
About Dr. Elizabeth Basler, MD
Elizabeth Basler, M.D. is a board-certified dermatologist serving the Houston area at Medical Center Dermatology. Dr. Basler has been practicing dermatology since 1989 and treats a wide variety of medical and surgical skin conditions and also performs cosmetic procedures.
After graduating from Harvey Mudd College with a Bachelor of Science degree in Biophysics, she obtained her medical degree from Baylor College of Medicine, where she also completed her post-graduate training in dermatology.
Dr. Basler has been selected as a Doctor of Excellence by the Leaders in Healthcare Network and as a Texas Super Doctor. She has won numerous awards over the course of her career, including the Patients’ Choice Award, On-Time Doctor Award, and Compassionate Doctor Recognition Award.
Professional Affiliations
- American Board of Dermatology
- American Medical Association
- Fellow of the American Academy of Dermatology
- Houston Dermatological Society
- Harris County Medical Society
- Texas Dermatological Society.
- Texas Medical Association
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...
Psoriasis is a chronic skin condition that causes red, scaly patches on the skin. It affects about 2-3% of the population. People with psoriasis are at an increased risk of developing a form of arthri...
Microneedling is a cosmetic procedure that involves using a device with fine needles to create tiny punctures in the skin. The needles are typically between 0.5mm and 2.5mm in length, and are used to ...
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...
There are several medications that can be used to treat acne, including:Topical retinoids (e.g. tretinoin, adapalene)Topical antibiotics (e.g. clindamycin, erythromycin)Topical benzoyl peroxideOral an...
Education & Training
- Residency: Baylor College of Medicine
- Internship: Christus St Joseph Hospital
- Medical School: Baylor College of Medicine