Laura Williams MD
Practice: Sanova Dermatology
Specialty: Dermatology
Office locations: Metairie, LA
Dr. Laura Williams, M.D., earned her medical degree at LSU Health Sciences Center, completed a dermatology research fellowship at LSU Shreveport, and completed her dermatology residency at LSU Health Sciences Center. Board-certified by the ABD, she brings extensive academic and private-practice experience to Metairie. She specializes in comprehensive adult and pediatric dermatology, skin cancer screenings, mole checks, psoriasis, eczema, acne, and complex skin conditions.
Dr. Laura Williams, M.D., earned her medical degree at LSU Health Sciences Center, completed a dermatology research fellowship at LSU Shreveport, and completed her dermatology residency at LSU Health Sciences Center. Board-certified by the ABD, she brings extensive academic and private-practice experience to Metairie. She specializes in comprehensive adult and pediatric dermatology, skin cancer screenings, mole checks, psoriasis, eczema, acne, and complex skin conditions.
DOCS Dermatology Metairie
Suite 406
Metairie, LA 70005
Dr. Laura Williams, M.D., is a board-certified dermatologist serving Metairie and the greater New Orleans area. She specializes in comprehensive medical dermatology for patients of all ages, including treatment of psoriasis, eczema, acne, rashes, and complex or less common skin conditions. Dr. Williams also provides skin cancer screenings, mole evaluations, and personalized dermatologic care tailored to each patient’s needs.
A New Orleans native, Dr. Williams earned her undergraduate degree from Dartmouth College and returned home to complete her medical degree and dermatology residency at Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center. She also completed a dermatology clinical research fellowship at Louisiana State University, Shreveport. Prior to joining Sanova Dermatology, Dr. Williams practiced at Tulane University Medical School, St. Thomas Community Health Center, and in busy private practice settings, gaining extensive experience in both general and complex dermatology cases.
Dr. Williams is passionate about partnering with her patients to create individualized treatment plans that improve skin health and quality of life. She is known for her compassionate approach, dedication to patient education, and ability to deliver evidence-based, long-lasting results.
Credentials
•MD, Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center, New Orleans, LA
•Dermatology Clinical Research Fellowship, Louisiana State University, Shreveport, LA
•Dermatology Residency, Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center, New Orleans, LA

She is very knowledgeable and relatable. Enjoyed her analogies and examples.
She was caring , professional and provided excellent service. I will recommend her to my friends and family. Bedside manner Doctor!
She is kind and very professional. She explains every step of the procedure.
Dr. Williams is patient, kind and thorough
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Thorough & answered all questions. Didn’t feel hurried. Thank you.
Dr.Williams listens to her patients. She is both caring and professional.
She is always very positive, informative, and comforting!