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 Coolsculpting® really work?
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...
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...
Does the acne on my back and chest require different treatment from the acne on my face?
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 ...
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 ...
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...
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 ...
What is microneedling?
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 ...
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 ...
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.