Medical Expertise of Dr. Jon Stern, MD
About Dr. Jon Stern, MD
Jon K. Stern, MD, is a Board-Certified Dermatologist providing dermatology care to patients in the Houston, Texas area at Derm Surgery Associates.
Outside of his work with patients, Dr.Stern holds academic appointments as a clinical assistant professor of dermatology in the Department of Dermatology at Baylor College of Medicine and clinical instructor of dermatology in the Department of Dermatology at the University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston and is actively involved in instructing medical students and residents.
Dr. Stern has been listed in Texas Monthly as one of Texas’ Super Docs and in Inside Houston as one of Houston’s best dermatologists for the past three years. He was also awarded Best Doctor of the Year in the U.S. for 2006, 2007, 2008, and 2009-2010.
Patient Education Resources
CoolSculpting® is a non-surgical, non-invasive procedure that uses a device to cool targeted areas of fat, causing the fat cells to freeze and die. Over time, the body naturally eliminates these d...
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 is some evidence to suggest that diet can play a role in the development of acne. Studies have found that a diet high in sugar and processed foods can increase the risk of developing acne. Diets...
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 ...
Dry skin can be caused by a variety of factors, such as cold weather, low humidity, harsh soaps, and certain medical conditions. Here are some tips for treating dry skin:Moisturize: Moisturizing is th...
Education & Training
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.