About Dr. Leisa Hodges, DO
Dr. Leisa Hodges is a board-certified dermatologist who works at two locations of McGuiness Dermatology & Plastic Surgery. She offers her services at the offices located in Murphy, Texas.
Dr. Hodges loves helping her patients achieve the beautiful skin they have always desired. She is particularly interested in surgical, medical, and pediatric dermatology.
Dr. Hodges is a member of multiple dermatological societies, showing how passionate she is about her work. When she is not working in the clinic she is actively contributing to various skin-focused organizations including the Texas Dermatological Society.
Patient Education Resources
Yes, you can switch biologic medications for psoriasis if one is not working effectively. Biologic medications are a class of drugs that target specific parts of the immune system that are involved in...
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 ...
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 ...
There are several medications that can be used to treat acne, including:Topical retinoids (e.g. tretinoin, adapalene)Topical antibiotics (e.g. clindamycin, erythromycin)Topical benzoyl peroxideOral an...
Education & Training
Dr. Hodges has a long history of studying and working in the medical field. Her initial interest was in medical technology, and she spent nearly two decades practicing in that field. Her love for medical technology led her to attain her medical degree from the Arizona College of Osteopathic Medicine in Glendale, Arizona, and then complete a dermatology residency at the University of North Texas Health Science Center in Fort Worth, Texas.
McGuiness Dermatology
McGuiness Dermatology & Plastic Surgery boasts a highly skilled staff and cutting-edge technology that is hard to rival. At its five locations in Texas, McGuiness Dermatology & Plastic Surgery is dedicated to helping all patients with every possible skin condition they might be facing.
The dermatologists at McGuiness Dermatology & Plastic Surgery are not only board-certified and experienced, but they also have compassion for their patients. Dr. Michael McGuiness, Dr. Grace Brown, Dr. Shaily Kesani, Dr. Leisa Hodges, and Dr. Elba Rubianes, as well as the very skilled Physician Assistants, all show they care by looking at every skin condition through a unique lens and making sure they get to the root of the problem every time.
McGuiness Dermatology & Plastic Surgery offers nearly every skin procedure an individual could require. Noninvasive procedures such as Coolsculpting, Botox and Dysport, various dermal fillers, dermaplaning, microneedling, Ultherapy®, and chemical peels are available, as well as more intense procedures, such as laser skin rejuvenation, laser hair removal, and tattoo removal.
The wide range of services offered makes it convenient for every patient to ensure good skin health. Patients do not have to go from one dermatology clinic to another whenever they face a different skin condition. When they choose McGuiness Dermatology & Plastic Surgery, they can get all the skin services they need under one roof.
Whether individuals are looking for a cure to a particularly difficult skin disease or whether they are simply looking to enhance their appearance, they will always find high-quality services and a welcoming staff awaiting them at McGuiness Dermatology & Plastic Surgery.