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
Yes, you can switch biologic medications for psoriasis if one is not working effectively. Biologic medications are a class of drugs that target specific parts of the immune system that are involved in...
Truncal acne, which refers to acne that occurs on the trunk of the body (such as the chest and back), may require a slightly different treatment approach than facial acne. This is because the skin on ...
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...
Isotretinoin, previously marketed as Accutane, is a medication that is used to treat severe cystic acne that has not responded to other treatments. Isotretinoin is a form of vitamin A and works by ...
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 ...
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.