Dr. Meghan Hession
Dr. Hession hails from Boston and spent many years as an East Coaster. As a Jefferson scholar, she attended University of Virginia to graduate summa cum laude (with the highest distinction), earning a bachelor’s degree in biology. She completed medical school at Columbia University to become Dr. Hession and served dermatology residency at Boston University.
Still thirsting for knowledge, Dr. Hession took on the challenge of Board-certification, with many additional hours of dermatology training and testing, as well as meeting stringent standards for clinical experience and ethics.
Allura Skin & Laser Center welcomed Dr. Hession to the team in 2015, where she sees patients of all ages, providing medical and aesthetic dermatology services. Her dedication is evident in each treatment. She embraces daily opportunities to educate patients on the importance of healthy skin care.
Areas of special interest for Dr. Hession include:
- Acne treatment for teens and adults, female hormonal breakouts, and remediation of acne scarring. Her expertise in this area and on other topics has been featured in industry journals.
- Skin cancer screening, prevention, and treatment – vital in San Mateo’s sun-drenched climate.
- Cosmetic laser therapies.
- Aesthetic injectable treatments – neuromodulators, dermal fillers, and Kybella.
Professional memberships and affiliations:
- American Academy of Dermatology – Fellow
- American Board of Dermatology – Diplomate
- American Society for Dermatologic Surgery – Fellow
Dr. Hession is passionate about sharing her skills and knowledge for the benefit of the global community. During residency, as an active member of the Melanoma Foundation of New England, she took part in events to raise awareness of this grave form of skin cancer. She also traveled to Africa to teach dermatology to local physicians. Dr. Hession’s charitable contributions continue in the Bay Area and abroad.
On warm weather weekends you will find Dr. Hession outside, hiking and camping in the Golden State’s beautiful parks. She runs and cycles, participating in marathons and long-distance rides. In wintertime she skis Lake Tahoe slopes
Why Patients Choose Dr. Meghan Hession
- Dr. Hession is a recognized expert in acne treatment for teens, adults, and female hormonal breakouts, as well as acne scarring remediation, with expertise that has been featured in industry journals, making her a top choice for acne care in San Mateo.
- Dr. Meghan Hession is a Board-Certified Dermatologist with an exceptional academic pedigree. Graduating summa cum laude from the University of Virginia as a Jefferson Scholar, earning her medical degree from Columbia University, and completing her dermatology residency at Boston University.
- Patients seeking skin cancer screening, prevention, and treatment in San Mateo’s sun-drenched climate will find a dedicated specialist in Dr. Hession, who also offers cosmetic laser therapies and a full range of aesthetic injectable treatments including neuromodulators, dermal fillers, and Kybella.
- A Fellow of the American Academy of Dermatology and the American Society for Dermatologic Surgery, and a Diplomate of the American Board of Dermatology, Dr. Hession holds the field’s most respected credentials, ensuring San Mateo patients receive care that meets the highest national standards.
- Dr. Hession’s commitment to dermatology extends beyond the exam room — from raising melanoma awareness with the Melanoma Foundation of New England to traveling to Africa to teach dermatology to local physicians, reflecting a depth of passion and global expertise that directly benefits her patients at Allura Skin & Laser Center.
