Ming Jih, MD

Dermatology
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About Dr. Ming Jih

I am a board certified dermatologist specializing in cosmetic and laser dermatology and the diagnosis and treatment of skin cancer. My practice focuses on dermatologic surgery, advanced laser procedures, and aesthetic care, supported by extensive academic training and clinical research experience.

Ming H. Jih, MD, PhD is a board certified Dermatologist specializing in cosmetic and laser surgery of the skin and the treatment of skin cancer. She received her Bachelor of Science in Biology and Doctor of Philosophy in Cell Biology from the University of California at Los Angeles.

She graduated as valedictorian of her medical school class at the University of Southern California Keck School of Medicine. She then completed her dermatology residency training at the prestigious New York University Ronald O. Perelman Department of Dermatology, where she served as a resident and chief resident. Subsequently she completed a fellowship in Laser and Dermatologic Surgery at DermSurgery Associates.

Dr. Jih is a member of the ASDS, ASLMS and the AAD. She is on staff at Houston Methodist Hospital and Memorial Hermann Hospital. Dr. Jih also serves as Clinical Assistant Professor of Dermatology, Weill Cornell Medical College.

Dr. Jih has presented her research at numerous dermatologic professional meetings and has published extensively in both basic science and clinical medical journals, authoring over 50 peer-reviewed scientific articles and book chapters. For her research, she was awarded the American Society for Dermatologic Surgery Young Investigator Award in 2004. Her current clinical interests include dermatologic surgery, cosmetic dermatology and the diagnosis and treatment of skin cancer.
Dr. Ming Jih has an academic appointment. Learn more about their research interests.

Clinical Interests

Botulinum Toxin Injection
Laser
Moles
Pulse Dye Laser
Skin Biopsy
Skin Cancer
Skin Surgery
Skin Tumors

Accepted Insurance Plans

  • Aetna Choice POS / Open Choice
  • Aetna Open Access
  • Aetna POS
  • Aetna PPO
  • BCBS Blue Choice-Hlth Select
  • Beech Street
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield POS
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield PPO
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield Select Choice PPO
  • Cigna Allegiance
  • Cigna Allegiance Houston Methodist Employee Medical Plan
  • Cigna HMO
  • Cigna LocalPlus
  • Cigna Network
  • Cigna Network Open Access
  • Cigna Open Access
  • Cigna Open Access Plus
  • Cigna POS
  • Cigna PPO
  • CPO
  • Humana
  • Humana POS & Preferred POS
  • Humana PPO & Preferred PPO
  • Letter of Guarantee
  • Medicare
  • Medicare Assignment
  • Medicare Railroad
  • Molina HealthCare
  • MultiPlan PPO
  • United Healthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare Choice
  • UnitedHealthcare ChoicePlus
  • UnitedHealthcare Core
  • UnitedHealthcare Core Plus
  • UnitedHealthcare EPO
Insurance plans may change. Please verify your plan is accepted when scheduling an appointment.

Credentials

Board Certification
  • Dermatology
Medical School
  • University of Southern California Keck School of Medicine-Los Angeles, CA | 1999
Residency
  • New York Univerisity School of Medicine | 2003
Internship
  • New York University School of Medicine | 2000
Affiliated Hospitals
  • Houston Methodist Hospital
Academic Appointments
  • Assistant Professor of Clinical Medicine, Academic Institute
  • Houston Methodist
  • Weill Cornell Medical College

Languages

  • English
  • Chinese - Mandarin
Languages listed are spoken by doctor and/or office staff.

FAQ

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What languages does Dr. Ming Jih speak?
Dr. Ming Jih, or the office, speaks English, Chinese - Mandarin.
What are Dr. Ming Jih's specialties?
Dr. Ming Jih is a specialist in Dermatology.