Dr. Laurie Jacobson, MD
Physician
Dermatology
Specialty
Cosmetic Dermatology,
Mohs Surgery
About Dr. Laurie Jacobson, MD
Dr. Laurie Jacobson is a board-certified dermatologist who completed a laser, cosmetic surgery and Mohs micrographic surgery fellowship in New York City. She is the first doctor to bring the Fraxel laser to Seattle five years ago.
She has lectured nationally and written textbook chapters and journal articles on topics ranging from novel skin cancer treatments to cosmetic enhancement of scars.
She has lectured nationally and written textbook chapters and journal articles on topics ranging from novel skin cancer treatments to cosmetic enhancement of scars.
Procedures & Services
Patient Education Resources
Does the food I eat affect my acne?
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...
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...
How can a dermatologist make me appear more youthful?
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...
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...
How can I reduce the skin redness caused by rosacea?
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...
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...
How Does Isotretinoin Work to Treat Acne?
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 ...
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 ...
What is atopic dermatitis?
Atopic dermatitis, also known as eczema, is a chronic, inflammatory skin condition that causes dry, itchy, and scaly skin. The condition is characterized by symptoms such as:Dry, itchy skin: The skin ...
Atopic dermatitis, also known as eczema, is a chronic, inflammatory skin condition that causes dry, itchy, and scaly skin. The condition is characterized by symptoms such as:Dry, itchy skin: The skin ...
Education & Training
Dr. Jacobson graduated from the University of Michigan with Distinction and then attended the University of Illinois at Chicago for medical school. She completed her dermatology residency at Case Western Reserve University where she was Chief Resident. Following her residency, she trained with Dr. Roy Geronemus for her Mohs and laser fellowship. She worked in Manhattan for two years at Laser and Skin Surgery Center of New York prior to moving to Seattle. Dr. Jacobson’s practice focuses on general, surgical, and cosmetic dermatology.