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
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...
Biologics are a class of medications that can be used to treat eczema, a chronic skin condition characterized by inflammation and itching. Biologics work by targeting specific parts of the immune syst...
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...
Treatment for nail fungus (onychomycosis) can be challenging, as the fungus can be difficult to eliminate and may recur. Treatment options include:Topical antifungal medication: Over-the-counter antif...
Education & Training
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.