About Dr. Stephanie McLeish, MD
Dr. McLeish is a board-certified dermatologist experienced in medical and surgical care. She served 20 years on active duty in the United States Air Force before joining the Alaska Center for Dermatology. Prior to her training in Dermatology, she was an Internal Medicine physician.
Dr. McLeish was born in Bismarck, North Dakota but was raised on a farm in Costa Rica. She graduated from medical school at the University of South Florida. She completed her Internal Medicine residency at Keesler AFB Medical center and her Dermatology residency at the San Antonio Uniformed Services Health Education Consortium. Dr. McLeish enjoys hiking, fishing, mountain biking, kayaking, scuba diving, above and below water photography, and world travel. She is fluent in Spanish.
Dr. McLeish was born in Bismarck, North Dakota but was raised on a farm in Costa Rica. She graduated from medical school at the University of South Florida. She completed her Internal Medicine residency at Keesler AFB Medical center and her Dermatology residency at the San Antonio Uniformed Services Health Education Consortium. Dr. McLeish enjoys hiking, fishing, mountain biking, kayaking, scuba diving, above and below water photography, and world travel. She is fluent in Spanish.
Conditions Treated
Acne
Aging Skin & Wrinkles
Allergic Contact Dermatitis
Atopic Dermatitis
Hair Loss (Balding)
Psoriasis
Rosacea
Seborrheic Keratosis
Skin Cancer
Warts
Patient Education Resources
Does the acne on my back and chest require different treatment from the acne on my face?
Truncal acne, which refers to acne that occurs on the trunk of the body (such as the chest and back), may require a slightly different treatment approach than facial acne. This is because the skin on ...
Truncal acne, which refers to acne that occurs on the trunk of the body (such as the chest and back), may require a slightly different treatment approach than facial acne. This is because the skin on ...
How Does Isotretinoin Work to Treat Acne?
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 ...
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 ...
How much does laser tattoo removal cost?
The cost of laser tattoo removal can vary depending on several factors such as the size, location, and color of the tattoo, as well as the number of treatments required to remove it. The cost can also...
The cost of laser tattoo removal can vary depending on several factors such as the size, location, and color of the tattoo, as well as the number of treatments required to remove it. The cost can also...
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 ...
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 ...
What is the treatment for psoriasis on the scalp?
Treatment for psoriasis on the scalp typically involves a combination of topical and systemic therapies.Topical treatments include:Shampoos containing salicylic acid, coal tar, or sulfur, which can he...
Treatment for psoriasis on the scalp typically involves a combination of topical and systemic therapies.Topical treatments include:Shampoos containing salicylic acid, coal tar, or sulfur, which can he...
Alaska Center for Dermatology
To help fill Alaska’s need for a cutting-edge, comprehensive clinic offering both medical and cosmetic dermatology, Dr. Peter Ehrnstrom opened the Alaska Center for Dermatology in Anchorage, Alaska, in 2003. Since then, he has worked to bring some of the area’s brightest dermatologists and other dermatology professionals to his practice. Today, the Alaska Center for Dermatology is home to six medical doctors and two physician assistants as well as a friendly support staff. Together we offer a full range of dermatology services for people of all ages.