Dr. Ming Jih, MD, PhD
Cosmetic Dermatology
Medical Expertise of Dr. Ming Jih, MD, PhD
About Dr. Ming Jih, MD, PhD
Dr. Jih erves as Clinical Assistant Professor of Dermatology, Weill Cornell Medical College. She has presented her research at numerous dermatologic professional meetings and has published extensively in both basic science and clinical medical journals, authoring over 60 peer-reviewed scientific articles and book chapters.
For her research, she was awarded the American Society for Dermatologic Surgery Young Investigator Award in 2004.
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...
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...
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...
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 ...
Treatment for skin cancer will depend on the type and stage of the cancer, as well as the location and size of the tumor, and the patient's overall health. The main treatment options for skin canc...
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Professional Affiliations
DermSurgery Associates
DermSurgery Associates is a private practice in Houston, Texas that specializes in state-of-the-art laser surgery procedures, dermatologic surgical procedures and Mohs Micrographic surgeries, as well as an array of skincare and cosmetic services.
We have several on-site laser systems, and pride ourselves on maintaining the highest standards in quality care. Our skilled dermatologists utilize the most advanced treatments and procedures, offering our patients the safest, most effective solutions to reach their skin care goals.
The physicians and staff of DermSurgery Associates stay on the forefront of technologies and procedures, offering our patients the best dermatological treatment regimen available. We achieve this through participation in clinical studies in the specialty of skin cancer and other dermatological studies within each of our physicians’ respective specialties. DermSurgery leads the way in surgical and laser technology.