About Dr. Laurel Geraghty, MD
Laurel Naversen Geraghty, M.D. is a board-certified dermatologist who joined Dermatology & Laser Associates, LLP in October 2016.
Her clinical interests include skin cancer prevention and early detection, general dermatology, pediatric dermatology, lasers, and aesthetic dermatology. Dr. Geraghty has published academic papers on melanoma, skin disorders of pregnancy, cosmetic dermatology, and lasers for the treatment of scars, wrinkles, and other conditions. Her work has appeared in the Journal of the American Medical Association and Cancer. She has spoken at national dermatology conferences and directed Stanford’s resident cosmetic dermatology clinic for two years.
Dr. Geraghty is frequently quoted as a cosmetic and medical dermatology expert in national magazines, including Elle, Allure, Glamour, Brides, Reader’s Digest, Health, and Women’s Health.
In her journalism career, Dr. Geraghty’s articles on dermatology, health and beauty have appeared in The New York Times, Glamour, Allure, Self, Real Simple, Martha Stewart Living, Prevention, and Women’s Health, among other publications. Throughout medical school, she was co-host of the award-winning “Dermatology Show” on Sirius-XM Satellite Radio. She has appeared as a beauty and skin-care expert on numerous New York and national television news shows.
Patient Education Resources
A dermatologist can make you appear more youthful by using a variety of treatments, such as:Topical creams and serums that contain ingredients like retinoids and hyaluronic acid to improve skin textur...
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...
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 psoriasis on the scalp typically involves a combination of topical and systemic therapies.Topical treatments include:Shampoos containing salicylic acid, coal tar, or sulfur, which can he...
The treatment for severe atopic dermatitis will depend on the individual case, but it may include a combination of the following:Topical corticosteroids: Topical corticosteroids can be used to reduce ...
Education & Training
Dr. Geraghty (pronounced “Garrity”) completed her dermatology residency at Stanford University in 2016, earned her medical degree from New York University School of Medicine in 2012, and completed her undergraduate studies at Brown University. Prior to pursuing a career in medicine, she worked in New York City as a writer and editor, and served as Senior Editor at Glamour magazine.
Dermatology & Laser Associates for Medford
Dermatology & Laser Associates of Medford, LLP serves Southern Oregon and Northern California. We have been in continuous operation since 1955 and have 6 Board Certified Dermatologists and a staff of over 30. We have over 8,500 square feet of clinic space to provide modern skin care for our patients.
Dr. Douglas N. Naversen took over Dermatology & Laser Associates of Medford, LLP in 1982 from Dr. Lee Harlow, the first dermatologist to settle in the Rogue Valley in 1955. The practice has expanded to become the largest dermatology practice between Sacramento and Portland, with six board-certified dermatologists and two advanced aestheticians. The providers at Dermatology & Laser Associates of Medford are experts in the diagnosis and treatment of over 3,000 diseases of the skin, hair and nails, and pride themselves on offering the highest level of dermatologic care.