About Dr. Leon Hsu, MD
Leon Hsu, M.D. is a board-certified dermatologist who joined Dermatology & Laser Associates of Medford, LLP in September 2016.
His clinical interests include general dermatology, pediatric dermatology, skin cancer prevention, and surgical removal of skin cancers and benign lesions. He aims to provide outstanding and compassionate dermatologic care for his patients and is excited to serve the Southern Oregon community.
Patient Education Resources
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...
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...
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 ...
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. Hsu completed his dermatology residency at Stanford University in June 2016. He earned his undergraduate degree at Stanford University and his medical degree from the University of California, Davis, where he was elected to the Alpha Omega Alpha Honors Society and the Gold Humanism Honor Society for his leadership and compassionate care of patients. He then completed his medical internship in New York City at Memorial Sloan Cancer Center, where he was awarded Physician Intern of the Year.
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.