Frontier Dermatology - Seattle

Dr. Jennifer Reichel is a board-certified dermatologist practicing in Seattle and Renton, Washington. As the founder and owner of Pacific Dermatology Cosmetic Center, with over 15 years of experience performing both surgical and cosmetic procedures, Dr. Reichel is an expert in facial and body rejuvenation, including body contouring, injectables, lasers, liposuction, and acne treatment. Dr. Reichel is also a skilled Mohs surgeon. After receiving her medical degree from the University of Colorado and completing an internship in internal medicine and a residency in dermatology, she pursued fellowship-training in Mohs micrographic skin cancer surgery and cosmetic surgery at the University of Washington. "I have always been interested in the surgery side of medicine, because I love using my hands. So when I was a resident, I focused on skin cancer surgery,” says Dr. Reichel. “In the field of dermatology, skin cancer surgeons are also trained in cosmetic procedures. I honestly did not know that I was interested [in cosmetic dermatology] until we had a younger female patient come in for Botox treatment for the frown lines between the eyebrows. She had never had it before—this was 2003—but explained that people at work always thought she was angry. We did the treatment, and when she returned two months later, she cried as she described how her life had truly changed.” Further motivating Dr. Reichel to pursue a path in cosmetic and surgical dermatology was her desire to develop lasting relationships with her patients versus treating them once and never again. “This connection, this taking care of them over the years—this is what I love,” she says. “In the field of cosmetic and surgical dermatology, I am able to complete procedures, be artistic, and use my hands. But more importantly, I have an ongoing relationship with my patients. I get to touch their lives in a positive way.” Dr. Reichel believes that all procedures should be looked at from a medical approach versus a “spa”-like approach. “Every time I use a needle, or pass a laser over a face, I am doing a medical procedure,” she says. “It is to be taken seriously and to be done with diligence and care.” She respects all risks and safety concerns while offering the best state-of-the-art medicine. Dr. Reichel is board-certified by the American Board of Dermatology and is a member of the American Society of Dermatologic Surgery (ASDS).

Dr. Laurie Jacobson is a board certified dermatologist who completed a laser, cosmetic surgery and Mohs micrographic surgery fellowship in New York City. She is the first doctor to bring the Fraxel laser to Seattle five years ago.

Dr. Sonia Lamel is a board-certified dermatologist practicing in Seattle, Washington, providing all aspects of dermatological care. She believes in a holistic approach, as every aspect of health has an impact on skin. Dr. Lamel is especially well-known for her skilled hand with neuromodulators like Botox and dermal fillers such as Juvéderm, Restylane, and Bellafill. With advanced training in cosmetic and medical dermatology, Dr. Lamel also has expertise in laser resurfacing, ultrasound and radiofrequency treatments, chemical peels, and other skin rejuvenation procedures. She also has a deep understanding of how skin heals, and she draws on this experience to ease her patients’ recovery process and optimize their results. Dr. Lamel’s dedication to dermatology grew from her own experience. “When I was in the middle of medical school, I had an incident with skin cancer. I became passionate about the field of dermatology after that,” says Dr. Lamel. “Today, I love seeing patients of all ages and for all skin conditions.” Dr. Lamel earned her medical degree from St. George University in Grenada before completing an internship in general medicine at Boston University and her dermatology residency at New York Medical College, where she served as chief resident. She went on to become a researcher at both University of California Davis and University of California San Francisco, then joined the faculty at University of Miami for a fellowship in wound care. Passionate about clinical research, Dr. Lamel has led numerous studies and been published more than 20 times in peer-reviewed dermatology textbooks and journals. She is a fellow of both the American Academy of Dermatology and the American Society of Dermatological Surgery, and is board certified by the American Board of Dermatology. Dr. Lamel was presented with the Golden Triangle Award by the American Academy of Dermatology for her exceptional work in community outreach and raising awareness of the dangers of skin cancer as a doctor and melanoma survivor.