Houston, Texas
Documents care for skin of color, ethnic skin, Skin of Color Society, melanin-rich skin on its own website.
Quoted from dermlasersurgery.com, checked Nov 4, 2026. Follow each link to read it in context.
…When it comes to skin of color, our board certified physicians will recommend the proper treatment to help a patient achieve their desired results with a decreased risk of hyperpigmentation and other side effects.…Source: /laser-treatment-guide/
……Body Contouring CoolSculpting ® KYBELLA ® Sofwave Skin Tightening Ultherapy Thermage FLX™ Other Treatments Aesthetician Services Ethnic Skin Care Glacē™ Facial Hand Rejuvenation Hollywood Laser Peel Laser Hair Removal Laser Treatment for Acne Laser Treatment for Psoriasis Microneedling Non-Surgical……Source: home page
…board-certified by the American Board of Dermatology and a Fellow of the American Academy of Dermatology, as well as an active member of American Society of Laser Medicine & Surgery, American Society for Dermatologic Surgery, Women’s Dermatologic Society, and Skin of Color Society.…Source: home page
…Laser Treatment for Melanated Skin Preparing for Laser Treatment What to Expect During Laser Treatment Recovery After Laser Treatment Frequently Asked Questions About Laser Treatments How do Lasers Work?…Source: /laser-treatment-guide/
…It left a terrible scar and there was hyperpigmentation and redness.…Source: home page
…Diagnosis/possibility of significant skin conditions within the anticipated treatment area (e.g., untreated skin cancer, active infections, open wounds, rashes, burns) or conditions that may worsen during treatment, such as melasma Predisposition to keloid formation or excessive scarring.…Source: /about/clinical-trials-houston/
…Significant scarring in the area to be treated with the study device, or history of keloids(raised overgrowth of scar tissue).…Source: /about/clinical-trials-houston/
From the federal NPI registry (CMS), matched by street address and phone. Confirm who you'll see when you book.
| Provider | Credential | Specialty | NPI | License |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Emily Guo | MD | Dermatology | 1861921280 | TX T1086 |
| Heather Richmond | M.D. | Dermatology | 1497051023 | TX N5972 |
| Megan Couvillion | MD | Dermatology | 1760724157 | TX R2313 |
| Paul Friedman | M.D. | Dermatology, MOHS-Micrographic Surgery | 1962495648 | TX l2257 |
Pearland, Texas
(832) 320-8700
Black dermatologist, in the practice's own words
Houston, Texas
(713) 497-1417
Houston, Texas
(832) 479-3704
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