Medical Expertise of Dr. Gary Cox, MD
About Dr. Gary Cox, MD
A Phi Beta Kappa graduate of the University of Texas at Austin, Dr. Cox received his medical degree from the University of Texas Health Science Center Medical School in San Antonio. He completed one year of residency at Baylor College of Medicine before beginning private practice.
Dr. Cox augments his training with many hours of continuing medical education credits. Since 1979, he has been cited consistently for excellence in continuing medical education by the American Academy of Dermatology and the American Medical Association.
Board certified in dermatology, Dr. Cox is a member of various professional organizations, including the American Academy of Dermatology, the American Society for Dermatologic Surgery, the American Academy if Medical Ethics, the Texas Medical Association, the Texas Dermatology Society, and the Houston Dermatology Society. He is also a Clinical Instructor at the Baylor College of Medicine Department of Dermatology and is the author of numerous scientific journal articles on topics in dermatology. Dr. Cox's research has appeared in The Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology, Cutis, and The Wall Street Journal.
Patient Education Resources
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The cost of laser tattoo removal can vary depending on several factors such as the size, location, and color of the tattoo, as well as the number of treatments required to remove it. The cost can also...
Actinic keratoses (AKs) are precancerous skin lesions that can develop into squamous cell carcinoma, a type of skin cancer. Treatment options for AKs include:Cryotherapy: This procedure involves freez...
Facial rejuvenation refers to a variety of cosmetic treatments that are designed to improve the appearance of the face and make it look more youthful. These treatments can include a combination of non...
Education & Training
- Residency: Baylor College of Medicine
- Internship: Baylor College of Medicine
- Medical School: University of Texas Medical School