About Dr. James Ralston, MD
James P. Ralston, M.D., F.A.A.D. is a Board Certified McKinney Dermatologist, providing care to patients in the McKinney area at McKinney Dermatology Center.
Dr. Ralston provides care and the latest treatment for a wide range of pediatric, adolescent and adult dermatological concerns such as skin cancer, eczema, acne and acne scars, wrinkles, age spots, rashes and psoriasis. He utilizes the latest in treatment options, such as PDT, which combines laser or other light with topical medicine to treat skin cancer, acne, aging caused by sun damage, and other conditions.
Dr. James P. Ralston is an award-winning dermatologist, most recently honored in 2018 as Best Physician - Dermatologist for the eighth year in a row in McKinney Magazine/Online's Best of McKinney. He was also voted Best Dermatologist in Living Magazine's 2014 Best of McKinney/Allen.
Dr. James P. Ralston has contributed textbook chapters and articles to the medical literature and was awarded Best Clinical Science Report from Roswell Park Cancer Institute. Dr. Ralston has had additional training in skin surgery including Mohs micrographic surgery.
Patient Education Resources
Botox® (botulinum toxin type A) is a medication that is primarily used to temporarily paralyze specific muscles in the face and body.It is most often used to improve the appearance of wrinkles and...
There are several ways to reduce the skin redness caused by rosacea:Avoiding triggers: Triggers such as sun exposure, wind, high temperatures, stress, spicy foods, and alcohol, can worsen the symptoms...
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 ...
Botulinum toxin is a type of neurotoxin that is used for a variety of cosmetic and medical purposes. There are several different types of botulinum toxin available on the market, each with their own u...
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: University at Buffalo
- Internship: University of Texas Health Science Center
- Medical School: University of Texas Medical School
Professional Affiliations
Dermatology Center of McKinney
Our goal is to provide you with the best skincare available. We offer a wide array of medical, surgical and cosmetic services for all ages. An accurate diagnosis and management of all diseases of the skin, hair, and nails is our highest priority. Dermatology Center of McKinney is proud to serve all areas surrounding McKinney, TX and offer the highest quality services to our patients including but not limited to: Fillers, Botox, Dysport, Tattoo Removal, Microneedling, Softwave, and General Dermatology Services.
We value your health and strive to give our patients excellent dermatologic care in a friendly and compassionate environment.
You'll find a lot of valuable information on the website about skin problems, diagnoses and treatments. We believe informed patients are better prepared to make decisions about their health and well-being. We encourage you to review this information to help you understand any health concerns you may face.