Dr. Leslie Carter, MD


Physician
Dermatology

Deschutes Dermatology
325 SW Upper Terrace Drive Ste. 100
Bend, Oregon 97702
For an appointment, call (541) 330-0900
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About Dr. Leslie Carter, MD

Dr. Leslie Carter, Board Certified in Dermatology, is an experienced medical, surgical, and cosmetic dermatologist in Bend. Dr. Carter has been practicing in the area since completing her dermatology residency training at Dartmouth College in 2004. In addition to providing comprehensive dermatologic care, Dr. Carter also specializes in skin cancer screening and surgery, hair loss, and cosmetic injections.


“What I find most rewarding about being a dermatologist is the ability to lessen the suffering associated with chronic skin conditions like eczema and psoriasis. It makes such a huge improvement in quality of life when a patient has less rash and itching to deal with. I also love helping patients feel better about their appearance by treating conditions that make them self-conscious, like severe acne or wrinkled, sun-damaged skin. I enjoy watching them become more self-confident over time as the health of their skin improves.”
– Dr. Carter

Patient Education Resources

Acne Medication Savings
Click on the medication image to access medication savings from the manufacturer. In most cases, this form must be submitted along with proof of having purchased the medication from the pharmacy. ...
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...
If I have psoriasis, am I likely to get arthritis?
Psoriasis is a chronic skin condition that causes red, scaly patches on the skin. It affects about 2-3% of the population. People with psoriasis are at an increased risk of developing a form of arthri...
What are the best sunscreens?
The best sunscreens are those that provide broad-spectrum protection, which means they protect against both ultraviolet A (UVA) and ultraviolet B (UVB) rays. They should also have an SPF (sun protecti...
What can reduce the appearance of my acne scars?
Acne scars can be treated with a variety of methods, including:Topical treatments: Topical creams and gels containing ingredients such as retinoids, hydroquinone, and vitamin C can help to reduce the ...

Education & Training

Dermatology Residency, 2001-2004
Chief Resident, 2003-2004
Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center
Lebanon, New Hampshire

Internal Medicine Internship, 2000-2001
Good Samaritan Regional Medical Center
Phoenix, Arizona

Medical Doctorate (M.D.), 2000
Oregon Health and Science University
Portland, Oregon

Master’s of Public Health, 1996
Portland State University
Portland, Oregon

Bachelor of Science, 1990
University of California, Davis
Davis, California

Deschutes Dermatology

You deserve to feel confident in your skin. At Deschutes Dermatology, our goal is to get you there. Whether you’re battling acne scars, psoriasis, or skin cancer, our medical providers are dedicated to setting you on the right path for your unique health challenges while supporting you every step of the way.