Texas Institute of Dermatology, Laser and Cosmetic Surgery

The Texas Institute of Dermatology's mission is to serve as a leading dermatology center for understanding and treating skin, hair, and nail diseases through excellence in patient care, research, and education. 

The Texas Institute of Dermatology provides excellence in clinical, cosmetic, and surgical Dermatology to the Boerne and San Antonio community as well as other areas in South and Central Texas including Austin, Boerne, Corpus Christi, and Laredo.

Biology, Cosmetology, and Skin Pharmacology, and a Ph.D. in Skin Immunobiology from Claude Bernard University , one of the top Universities in France. He was mentored by professors Jean Thivolet, Alan Claudy, and Jean Francois Nicolas. Dr. Ghohestani then did a fellowship at the Nice School of Medicine, Nice, France, and was mentored by professors Jean-Paul Ortonne and Gim Meneguzzi. 

Dr. Ghohestani served as the principal investigator and team leader for many years at various Academic Institutes. His research was funded by the National Institute of Health, the Dermatology Foundation, and the American Skin Association, among the others. Dr. Ghohestani was on Faculty as an Assistant and then Associate Professor at Thomas Jefferson University (1998 - 2007) before moving to San Antonio, Texas. Dr. Ghohestani is a former Chief and Associate Professor of Dermatology and Cutaneous Surgery at the University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio. 

Dr. Ghohestani's outstanding work and dedication to excellence has earned him numerous honors and peer recognitions, including: the American Skin Association Career Award, the Dermatology Foundation Career Award, the Charles Grupper Prize by the French Society of Dermatology, the Stelwagon Award for Best Publication by the College of Physicians of Philadelphia and the Commitment to Professionalism award by the Pennsylvania Medical Society. Dr. Ghohestani is skilled in the art and science of skin care, dermatology and surgery. He continually searches for, and implements, the best treatment options for his patients. Dr. Ghohestani has published over a hundred papers and abstracts in medical journals. He also served as the co-editor of the European Journal of Dermatology from 2001-2008. He speaks frequently to a variety of public and professional organizations. 
Dr. Ghohestani's outstanding works have been presented in more than 100 national and international meetings. He has received several national and international awards and fellowships. 

The Texas Institute of Dermatology's mission is to serve as a leading dermatology center for understanding and treating skin, hair, and nail diseases through excellence in patient care, research, and education.