Medical Expertise of Dr. Manuel Davila, MD
About Dr. Manuel Davila, MD
Manual Davila, MD, is a Board-Certified Dermatologist providing dermatology care to patients in the Houston, Texas area at Southeast Dermatology.
Dr.Davila specializes in the diagnoses and treatment of a wide variety of skin disorders including psoriasis, mole, rash, actinic keratosis, acne (acne vulgaris), skin cancer, and rosacea. He also performs skin biopsy and excision.
He attended Harvard University for his undergraduate studies. He received his medical degree in May of 2000 from the University of Iowa College of Medicine. In 2001, Dr. Davila completed a transitional year residency at Methodist Hospital in Des Moines, Iowa. In 2004, he completed his residency training in dermatology at the University of Texas Houston Health Science Center.
He joined Southeast Dermatology in 2004 where he continues to practice dermatology. He has been professionally recognized as a "Top Doctor," as seen in Texas Monthly, and a "Rising Star Super Doctor" in 2013 and 2014.
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...
The best way to find out if you have skin cancer is to have a skin examination performed by a healthcare professional such as a dermatologist. They will visually inspect your skin for any suspicious m...
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...
Ocular rosacea is a subtype of rosacea that affects the eyes, and it can cause symptoms such as redness, itching, burning, and a gritty sensation in the eyes. Treatment for ocular rosacea typically in...
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
- Residency: University of Texas Health Science Center - Houston
- Internship: Central Iowa Health System - Methodist
- Medical School: University of Iowa Carver College of Medicine