About Us

Medical Degree: University of Louisville School of Medicine, Louisville, KY

Post-graduate Training: University of Louisville School of Medicine, Louisville, KY

MOHS Micrographic Surgery and Cutaneous Oncology Fellowship, University of Louisville, Lousiville, KY

Clinical Interests: General dermatology and MOHS Surgery

Jaime Gish, APRN, obtained her Associate Nursing Degree from Owensboro Community College and went on to complete the Bachelor’s program at WKU. After several years as a bedside nurse in ICU, open heart recovery and Cardiac Cath Lab, she pursued an advanced practice degree from the University of Southern Indiana.

As a nurse practitioner, she has practiced general dermatology since 2015. She enjoys taking care of the many patients she has had the privilege of meeting throughout her years of practice. She has a passion for people and helping them meet their skin care needs.

Jaime lives in Beech Grove, KY with her husband and two sons. When she is not working, she enjoys gardening, spending time with family, and exercising. She loves being outdoors and active, and encourages her patients to do the same!

Deborah K. Phillips, M.D. is a board certified dermatologist with special interests in Laser Medicine and Cosmetic Dermatology. She is a native of Central Kentucky who completed her medical degree at the University of Texas Medical School in San Antonio, Texas. After medical school, she went on to Baylor University Medical Center in Dallas for an internship in Internal Medicine. She was then granted a dermatology residency position at MD Anderson Cancer Center in conjunction with the University of Texas and served as chief resident.

After practicing dermatology in Texas for over 18 years, Dr. Phillips returned to her native Kentucky to work at Commonwealth Dermatology and eventually became one of the founding members Lexington Dermatology & Laser Center, PSC. Over the years, she has expanded her services to include not only surgical treatment for skin cancer, but a whole variety of laser and cosmetic services. Dr. Phillips provides treatments using Botox, Dysport, Restylane®, Restylane® Silk, Restylane® Lyft, Juviderm, Radiesse, Sculptra, Belotero, Voluma, Intense Pulse Light, Fractional Resurfacing, & Laser Hair Reduction.

Dr. Phillips is also a fellow of the American Academy of Dermatology, the American Society of Laser Medicine and Surgery, and the American Society of Dermatologic Surgery. She has also been named an “Expert Injector” by New Beauty Magazine in conjunction with the American Society for Dermatologic Surgery.

Sarah Dougherty, PA-C is a native of Lexington, Kentucky. She earned her Bachelor of Science degree from Centre College in 2009. Sarah completed the Physician Assistant Program at Wake Forest University in 2013. Before joining our practice, Sarah practiced Adult Cardiology and Women’s Health.

Sarah has an interest in all aspects of dermatology including medical, cosmetic, and patient education. She performs full skin exams, skin cancer screenings, and treats a variety of skin conditions including acne, rosacea, eczema, and rashes. Sarah also performs Dysport & Xeomin injections, various fillers, and microneedling treatments.

Sarah is certified by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants. She is also a member of the Kentucky Academy of Physician Assistants, the American Academy of Physician Assistants, and the Society of Dermatology Physician Assistants.

Micaela Benton, PA-C is a native of Lexington, KY who now lives in Richmond with her husband and two dogs. She graduated with honors from the University of Kentucky in 2019 with a bachelor’s degree in biology. She then graduated from the University of Kentucky Physician Assistant Program in 2022, and during her time in the UKPA program, trained at Lexington Dermatology & Laser Center.

Micaela is interested in all features of dermatology including medical, cosmetic and patient education. She performs full skin exams, skin cancer screenings and treats a verity of skin conditions including acne, rosacea, eczema and rashes.

Micaela is certified by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants. She is also a member of the Society of Dermatology Physician Assistants and the American Academy of Physician Assistants.

Micaela Benton, PA-C is now seeing patients with ALL insurances in our network.

Did you know we offer complimentary skin care consultations? Our nurse Sandy Boone has over forty years of nursing experience; fourteen of those in the field of cosmetic dermatology, Sandy is here to help us in addressing your cosmetic concerns. Sandy works in conjunction with our providers to formulate a plan specifically for you! In addition to skin care consultations, Sandy preforms many of the laser procedures in the office as well as peels for acne & skin rejuvenation, Micro Derm Abrasions, Facials and Micro Needling.

Sandy is available every Thursday.Call and schedule your treatment with her today!

Amanda Massey is our aesthetician! Amanda graduated from Katharos School of Aesthetics in June of 2020. Amanda performs dermaplaning, waxing, tinting, microdermabrasions, microneedling, facials, peels, toenail lasers, laser hair reduction, lite laser peels, & cosmetic consultations.

Starting May 2021, Amanda will be seeing patients on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Fridays. Call our office to schedule your treatment with her today!