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James P . Ralston , M . D ., F . A . A . D . Dermatologist

Dr . Ralston is Board Certified in Dermatology . He is an award-winning dermatologist with numerous accolades . Most recently , he was honored in 2020 as Best Dermatologist , Best Place for Botox , and Best Laser Hair Removal by McKinney / Allen Living Magazine . Also in 2020 , he won Best Physician-Dermatologist for the tenth year in a row by McKinney Magazine / Online ’ s Best of McKinney . and awarded D Magazine ’ s 2020 Top Doctors . Dr . Ralston practices cosmetic , surgical and medical dermatology and provides the latest treatment options for a wide range of pediatric , adolescent and adult dermatological concerns such as skin cancer , eczema , acne and acne scars , wrinkles , age spots , rashes and psoriasis . He utilizes treatments such as PDT , which combines laser or other light with topical medicine to treat skin cancer , acne , aging , and other conditions . He provides the latest in body contouring and other cosmetic treatments and techniques . Additionally , he is a national key opinion leader for multiple lasers . His professional interests include utilizing technology to enhance the art and science of medicine for optimal skin health through preventative and quality care .
Dr . Ralston received his medical degree from The University of Texas Medical School at Houston and completed his dermatology residency at the State University of New York ( SUNY ) in Buffalo , New York where he was Chief Resident . He also fulfilled a fellowship in cutaneous oncology and photodynamic therapy ( PDT ) at the prestigious Roswell Park Cancer Institute in Buffalo , New York . There he explored leading edge technology to develop less invasive methods to treat skin cancer and precancers . In order to refine his skills as a surgeon further , Dr . Ralston participated as a fellow in Mohs micrographic surgery . Dr . Ralston has contributed textbook chapters and articles for medical literature and was awarded Best Clinical Science Report from Roswell Park Cancer Institute .
Dr . Ralston was raised in The Woodlands , Texas , and now lives in McKinney with his wife and three children . He enjoys snow skiing , computers , music , reading , theatre , and spending time with his family .
DERMATOLOGY CENTER OF McKINNEY
5801 Virginia Pkwy ., Ste . 102 McKinney , Texas 75071 ( 972 ) 548-0333 • dermatologymckinney . com

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