Dr. Lauren Dickson, MD
Cosmetic Dermatology,
Dermatologic Surgery
About Dr. Lauren Dickson, MD
Dr. Lauren Dickson is a board-certified Dermatologist providing care at Dallas Dermatology Partners.
Active in research and education, Dr. Dickson has authored numerous dermatology publications in peer-reviewed journals and contributed book chapters in dermatological textbooks.
She delivers presentations at local, state, and national dermatology meetings, highlighting her work on:
- Aesthetics
- Skin cancer
- Psoriasis
Moreover, teaching and mentoring dermatology residents is important to her because she remembers how much her own mentorship experiences deeply resonated with her and cemented pearls that she continues to incorporate into her daily practice.
Patient Education Resources
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 ...
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 ...
Atopic dermatitis and eczema are often used interchangeably, but they are not exactly the same thing. Atopic dermatitis is a type of eczema.Eczema is a general term that refers to a group of condition...
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. Lauren Dickson is a board-certified Dermatologist who graduated summa cum laude from the University of Texas at Austin. She earned her medical degree from the University of Texas Southwestern Medical School in Dallas where she was elected to the medical honor society, Alpha Omega Alpha. She completed her internship in Internal Medicine at Presbyterian Hospital and Dermatology residency at Baylor University Medical Center in Dallas where she served as chief resident. She is an invited assistant clinical professor at Baylor University Medical Center where she trains Dermatology residents in cosmetic dermatology.
