Dr. Tina AlsterMD, FAAD
Dermatology
at Washington Institute of Dermatologic Laser Surgery — Washington, DC
About
Dr. Tina Alster is a world-recognized leader in dermatologic laser surgery. She founded the Washington Institute of Dermatologic Laser Surgery in 1990. S. D. degrees. She completed her dermatology residency at Yale University. She holds board certification in dermatology and serves as a clinical professor at Georgetown University Medical Center.
Dr. Alster has published hundreds of articles and eight textbooks on laser surgery. She helped secure FDA approval for many common cosmetic treatments. ' She developed the HydraGlo MD treatment and the A Method® skincare line. Dr. Alster also consults for global cosmetic companies and has endowed scholarships for women in medicine.
Education & Training
Undergraduate
Duke University, B.S. (highest honors)
Medical School
Duke University, M.D. (highest honors)
Residency
Dermatology Residency, Yale University
Additional Training
Clinical Professor, Georgetown University Medical Center
Certifications
Conditions Treated
Who is Dr. Alster right for?
Dr. Alster is a strong fit for patients seeking expert-level laser surgery and cosmetic dermatology. Adults with skin resurfacing needs, pigmentation concerns, or aging skin benefit from her pioneering techniques. Patients interested in body contouring or advanced injectables will find her depth of experience valuable. Those who want medical-grade skincare guidance alongside clinical treatment will appreciate her A Method line.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Alster treats a wide range of skin conditions and cosmetic concerns. Her focus areas include laser resurfacing, pigmentation, vascular lesions, skin laxity, and unwanted hair. She also performs body contouring and administers injectables such as Botox and dermal fillers. Patients with both medical and aesthetic goals find her breadth of expertise valuable.
Yes, Dr. Alster holds board certification in dermatology. D. with highest honors from Duke University and completed her residency training at Yale University. She also serves as a clinical professor at Georgetown University Medical Center.
Dr. Alster offers an extensive range of laser treatments. These include Fraxel resurfacing, CO2 and UltraClear lasers, vascular lasers such as PDL and V Beam, PicoWay pigment and tattoo removal, and laser hair removal. She helped pioneer several of these technologies through clinical trials.
Yes, Dr. Alster developed the A Method skincare line. This medical-grade product line supports clinical results and complements in-office treatments. She also created the HydraGlo MD treatment, which the practice offers to patients.
S. D. with highest honors from Duke University. She completed her dermatology residency at Yale University. She currently serves as a clinical professor at Georgetown University Medical Center. She has also published eight textbooks and hundreds of peer-reviewed articles on laser surgery.
Yes, Dr. Alster helped secure FDA approval for many commonly used cosmetic treatments. She participated in clinical trials that helped bring Fraxel, Botox, and CoolSculpting into mainstream practice. Her research and advocacy shaped the landscape of modern cosmetic dermatology.
Doctor profile last updated March 21, 2026
