DiAnne S. Davis, MD, FAAD is a board-certified fellowship-trained cosmetic dermatologist practicing in Southlake, Texas.
She completed her undergraduate education from Tuskegee University in Tuskegee, AL, graduating Summa Cum Laude with a Bachelor of Science degree in Biology. She also obtained a Master of Science degree in Cell & Molecular Biology from Tulane University. She then received her Doctor of Medicine degree from The George Washington University School of Medicine and Health Sciences along with the Walter F. Rosen Award for Outstanding Student in Dermatology.
Dr. Davis completed an internal medicine internship and dermatology residency at the University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center where she served as chief resident. While in residency Dr. Davis was influential in coordinating the first Skin of Color Symposium helping to promote awareness of the unique features of skin of color from both a medical and cosmetic dermatologic viewpoint.
Following residency, Dr. Davis graduated from an American Society of Dermatologic Surgery accredited cosmetic dermatology fellowship program under the directorship of Mark B. Taylor, MD at the Gateway Aesthetic Institute & Laser Center in Salt Lake City, UT.
She has expertise in skin of color, laser and light-based procedures, neuromodulators, injectable fillers, platelet rich plasma (PRP), sclerotherapy, body contouring, acne scars, laser blepharoplasties, and tumescent liposuction. Dr. Davis has authored several journal articles and textbook chapters, and has presented her work at local, regional, and national meetings. She is also the Co Founder of Sunblock Kids which helps to bring awareness about the importance of sun protection at an early age. She has also served as an investigator on trials for Allergan.
Dr. Davis is a fellow of the American Academy of Dermatology (AAD) and the American Society for Dermatologic Surgery (ASDS), a member of the American Society for Laser Medicine & Surgery (ASLMS), and the Women's Dermatologic Society (WDS). Dr. Davis served as the resident liaison for ASDS, on the curriculum task force for the AAD, and has received scholarships for mentorship opportunities through the ASDS. She currently serves on the AAD Leadership Forum Workgroup & Media Expert Team, the ASDS Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion and Branding & Media Workgroups, and serves as Chair of the WDS Media Relations Committee. She is extremely passionate about mentorship and chairs the Mentorship program through the National Medical Association Dermatology Section and serves on the mentorship program for the Skin of Color Society.
Dr. Davis believes in a collaborative approach when it comes to helping her patients look and feel their best. Considering the aesthetic goals her patients want to achieve, Dr. Davis creates a comprehensive treatment plan utilizing advanced technology through the viewpoint of an artist (as a classically trained ballet dancer).
She is the daughter of the late Fred Davis, Jr and Sherill Davis and a proud native of Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. Her interests outside of medicine include yoga and dancing, and she was previously a NFL cheerleader for the New Orleans Saints football team. She enjoys international travel, trying new cuisines, and spending time with her family and friends.
1. Ugonabo, N, Ward, R, Davis, DS, and Anne Chapas. Dermatologist Practical Guide to Encouraging Photoprotection in Skin of Color Patients. JDD. Accepted for publication Aug 2022.
2. Davis, DS, Robinson, C, and Callender VD. Skin Cancer in Women of Color: Epidemiology, Pathogenesis, and Clinical Manifestations. IJWD. Published online February 2, 2021. https://doi.org/10.1016//j.ijwd.2021.01.017
3. McLawhorn JM, Davis DS, and Stephany MP et. al. An Expert Panel Consensus on Opiod-Prescribing Guidelines for Dermatologic Procedures. J Am Acad Dermatol 2020;82:700-708. doi: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jaad.2019.09.080
4. Davis DS and Taylor MB. Successful Treatment of Milia in Skin of Color (FST IV-VI) with Variable Short Pulse Er:YAG Laser Vaporization. Dermatol Surg 2019;00:1-2. doi: 10.1097/DSS.0000000000002101
5. Davis DS, Boen M, and Fabi SG. Cellulite: Patient selection and combination treatments for optimal results – A Review and Our Experience. Derm Surg. 2019;00:1-14. doi: 10.1097/DSS.0000000000001776
6. Davis DS and Callender VD. Review of Quality of Life Studies in Women with Alopecia. IJWD. 2018;4:18-22. doi: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ijwd.2017.11.007
7. Aivaz O, Turegano M, Davis DS, and Radfar A. A Purpuric Patch on the Flank. JAMA Dermatol. 2015;151(1)97-98.
8. Davis DS and Norton S. The Ethnic Health and Beauty Exchange Section in the US Army and Air Force Post Exchange System. JAMA Dermatol. 2014;150(9):998
Medical Textbooks/Chapters
1. Davis, DS, Wesley, N (2019). Chapter 8: Applications and Safety in Skin of Color. PRP and Microneedling in Aesthetic Medicine. Germany. Thieme.
Poster Presentations
1. Neckfessel, MH, Davis DS, Emesiani C, Nguyen, Thu. “Utilization of a Daily Oil-Free Facial Moisturizer with SPF 35 in Subjects with Skin of Color. Orlando Dermatology, Aesthetic & Surgical Conference, January 2023.
2. Zhou C, Davis DS, Levin J, and Haskell H. “MEK-Inhibitor Induced Chronic Paronychia.” American Academy of Dermatology; Washington, DC, March 2019.
3. Davis, DS, Taylor MB. “Short Pulse 1064nm Nd:YAG Laser Treatment for Previously Treated Capillary Malformations in Adults.” International Master Course on Aging Science. Paris, France, January 31, 2019.
4. Davis DS, Nguyen N, McLawhorn, J, Standard M, and Callender VD. “A Review of Skin Cancer in Women of Color.” Skin of Color Symposium 2017: Bench to Bedside; Leesburg, VA, November 11-12, 2017.
5. Davis DS and Crutcher K. “Apolipoprotien E-Related Neurotoxicity as a Therapeutic Target for Alzheimer’s Disease.” University of Cincinnati College of Medicine Department of Neurosurgery Research Scholars Program; Cincinnati, OH, August 2003
Oral/Abstract Presentations
1. IMCAS Feb. 2024, Paris, France;
"Management of Hyperpigmentation and Aging with an Integrated Skincare Approach"
2. American Society for Dermatologic Surgery Nov. 2023; Chicago, IL
“Practical Pearls & Tips for Treating Acne Scars in Skin of Color”
3. American Society for Dermatologic Surgery Nov. 2023; Chicago, IL
“Lasers & Energy-Based Devices for Melasma in Skin of Color”
4. American Society for Dermatologic Surgery Nov. 2023; Chicago, IL
“Driving Racial Equity in Aesthetic Medicine – D.R.E.A.M.” Panel
5. Global Aesthetic Conference Oct. 2023; Miami, FL
“What’s on My Bathroom Shelf” – Panel Discussion
6. Global Aesthetic Conference Oct. 2023; Miami, FL
“Two Devices That Are Essential to My Practice” – Panel Discussion
7. Global Aesthetic Conference Oct. 2023; Miami, FL
“Treatment Modalities Best Served to Treat Acne Scars in Skin of Color”
8. Women’s Leadership Summitt Sept. 2023; Dallas, TX
“The Health, Wealth, And Beauty Connection”
9. Masters of Aesthetics Symposium Aug. 2023; San Diego, CA
“Tips on Subcision for Rolling Acne Scars”
10. Multispecialty Aesthetic Conference Aug. 2023; San Diego, CA
“Reaching New Levels of Excellence with Injectables”
11. Multispecialty Aesthetic Conference Aug. 2023; San Diego, CA
“The Best Multi-Use Energy Device – Fotona SP Dynamis”
12. Multispecialty Aesthetic Conference Aug. 2023; San Diego, CA
“Two Devices That Are Essential to My Practice” – Panel Discussion
13. Multispecialty Aesthetic Conference Aug. 2023; San Diego, CA
“What’s on My Bathroom Shelf” – Panel Discussion
14. Multispecialty Aesthetic Conference Aug. 2023; San Diego, CA
“Selecting the Most Appropriate Lasers & Energy-Based Devices for Scar Revision”
15. World Congress of Dermatology July 2023; Singapore
“Integrated Skincare – How to Manage Acne Related Skin Pigmentation with Silymarin CF via Integrated Skincare”
16. Cosmetic Boot Camp June 2023; Aspen, CO
“D.R.E.A.M. - Driving Racial Equity in Aesthetic Medicine”
17. 5CC World Congress June 2023; Lisbon, Portugal
“Selecting the Most Appropriate Lasers & Energy-Based Devices for Scar Revision”
18. Aesthetic & Anti-Aging Medicine World Congress Mar. 2023; Monaco
Young-Career Innovators from Around the World – Aesthetic Disrupters –
“Combining Treatments for Rolling Acne Scars”
19. Skin of Color Society Symposium Mar. 2023; New Orleans, LA
“Skin Cancer Updates in Skin of Color”
20. Octane’s Aesthetic Tech Forum 2023 Jan. 2023; San Diego, CA
“D.R.E.A.M. - Driving Racial Equity in Aesthetic Medicine”
21. Orlando Dermatology, Aesthetic, & Surgical Conference Jan. 2023; Orlando, FL
“Walk Me Through It: Using Lasers & Energy Based Devices to Treat Acne Scars” – Cased Based Panel
22. Orlando Dermatology, Aesthetic, & Surgical Conference Jan. 2023; Orlando, FL
“Treatment Approaches for Alopecias” – Case Based Expert Panel
23. American Society for Dermatologic Surgery Oct. 2022; Denver, CO
“Lasers for Post Inflammatory Hyperpigmentation & Dyschromia in Skin of Color”
24. Integrative Dermatology Symposium Oct. 2022; Phoenix, AZ
“Ethnic Hairstyles and What They Mean for Dermatologists”
25. Skin of Color Update Sept. 2022; New York City, NY
“Selecting the Appropriate Laser for Scar Revisions in Skin of Color”
26. Multispecialty Aesthetic Conference Aug. 2022; San Diego, CA
“Treatment Modalities Best Served to Treat Acne Scars in Skin of Color”
27. American Academy of Dermatology Annual Meeting Mar. 2022; Boston, MA
“Versatility of the Fotona SP Dynamis Pro”
28. American Academy of Dermatology Annual Meeting Mar. 2022; Boston, MA
“Maximizing Your Acne Scar Treatments with Fotona Lasers”
29. American Academy of Dermatology Medical Student Symposium Mar. 2022; Boston, MA
“Telling Your Story – Looking Good on Paper and in Person/Online”
30. ODAC Dermatology, Aesthetic, & Surgical Conference Jan. 2022; Orlando, FL
“Antioxidant Authority and Skinceuticals Science”
31. ODAC Dermatology, Aesthetic, & Surgical Conference Jan. 2022; Orlando, FL
“Scarring & Non-Scarring Alopecias - Case Based Panel”
32. ODAC Dermatology, Aesthetic, & Surgical Conference Jan. 2022; Orlando, FL
“What Can You Do to Advance Equity, Diversity, & Inclusion in Dermatology Right Now Panel”
33. ODAC Dermatology, Aesthetic, & Surgical Conference Jan. 2022; Orlando, FL
“Social Media Best Practices & Big NoNo’s”
34. Skin of Color Update Virtual Learning Experience Sept. 2021 (virtual)
“Combining Lasers & Treatments for Acne Scars in Patients with Skin of Color – This Is How I Do It"
35. National Medical Association Virtual Convention & Scientific Assembly July 2021 (virtual)
Dermatology Section
“Treatments for Acne Scars in Skin of Color”
36. University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center Department of Dermatology April 2021 (virtual)
Skin of Color Symposium
“Lasers in Skin of Color”
37. American Society for Dermatologic Surgery Oct. 2019; Chicago, IL
2019 Annual Meeting
“Treatment Resistant Port Wine Stains Successfully Treated with Short-Pulsed Nd:YAG Laser”
38. American Society for Dermatologic Surgery Oct. 2019; Chicago, IL
2019 Annual Meeting
“Successful Treatment of Milia with Variable Short Pulse Er:YAG Laser Vaporization in Skin of Color (FST IV-VI)”
39. American Society for Dermatologic Surgery Oct. 2019; Chicago, IL
2019 Annual Meeting
“Successful Treatment with Ablative Er:YAG Laser Therapy for Seborrheic Keratoses in all Skin Types”
40. American Society for Dermatologic Surgery Oct. 2019; Chicago, IL
2019 Annual Meeting
“A Multi-modal Algorithmic Approach to Cellulite”
41. American Society for Dermatologic Surgery Oct. 2019; Chicago, IL
2019 Annual Meeting
“Successful Skin Tightening with Skin Punch Tissue Removal Technique”
42. University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center Department of Dermatology April 2018; Oklahoma City, OK
Skin of Color Symposium
“Understanding Hair Curl Patterns and Ethnic Hair Styles”
43. University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center Department of Dermatology Dec. 2017; Oklahoma City, OK
“An Update on Diagnosis and Treatment of Cicatricial Alopecia’s”
44. University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center Department of Dermatology May 2017; Oklahoma City, OK
“Platelet Rich Plasma…..Myth or Reality?”
45. Oklahoma State Dermatology and Dermatologic Surgery Society April 2017; Oklahoma City, OK
“Figurate Erythema in the Setting of Recurrent Breast Cancer”
46. University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center Department of Dermatology June 2016; Oklahoma City, OK
“Lower Limb Cellulitis and the Great Mimickers”
47. Oklahoma State Dermatology and Dermatologic Surgery Society April 2016; Oklahoma City, OK
“Microscopic Polyangiitis”
