Lesly Davidson, MD
Dr. Davidson earned her medical degree from the Eastern Virginia Medical School. She spent her internship year practicing pediatrics at the same institution and cares for children from infancy on. She completed her dermatology residency at the Medical University of South Carolina. Dr. Davidson is certified by the American Board of Dermatology. She is a fellow of the American Academy of Dermatology and a member of both the South Carolina Medical Association and the Charleston Medical Society.
Dr. Davidson’s medical scope is broad. She conducts clinical research, performs cosmetically excellent surgery for cancer as well as elective purposes, and manages difficult medical problems involving the skin of all age groups. She particularly enjoys combating the effects of aging using fillers, botulinum toxins and Kybella injections. Her consultations are consistently thorough, and she is always striving to provide her patients with the best care available.
Outside of work, Dr. Davidson enjoys running with her dog, biking and all sorts of outdoor activities including SCUBA diving. She is an avid reader, member of the Charleston Area Justice Ministry (CAJM) and the Unitarian Universalist Church, as well as the mother of two fine young women.
Nicole Ufkes Amrhein, MD
Nicole Ufkes Amrhein, M.D. is a dermatologist specializing in medical, cosmetic, and surgical dermatology care for patients of all ages. A native of Charleston, she began her academic journey at the Academic Magnet and subsequently graduated Magna Cum Laude from Vanderbilt University with a degree in Engineering Science. Dr. Amrhein obtained her medical degree from the Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC). During this time, she was elected into the Alpha Omega Alpha (AOA) Medical Honor Society and was selected for the 2020 President’s Clinical Science Award for “outstanding clinical performance and sensitivity to patient’s needs”. Dr. Amrhein completed her dermatology residency at the University of Utah in Salt Lake City, where she served as a Chief Resident her final year. Dr. Amrhein is a skilled dermatologist passionate about her patient’s well-being and overall health. She values personal relationships and is committed to offering exceptional and comprehensive dermatology services.
Dr. Amrhein is excited to be back in her hometown along with her husband and their daughter. In her spare time, you will find her outdoors either gardening, hiking, boating or skiing.
Ellen Matteson, PA-C
Ellen Matteson is a board-certified physician assistant who received her BS from Rutgers University and completed her master’s in physician assistant studies at Rutgers, School of Health Professions. She has been working in dermatology private practice since 2009. Prior to that, Ellen worked in various surgical settings, including plastics and New York Hospital’s burn unit.
She has extensive experience in treating a wide array of skin conditions, including acne, eczema and skin cancer. She loves to educate her patients on general skin health, skin cancer prevention, and antiaging regimens, including products, cosmetic procedures and lasers.
Ellen and her family recently relocated to the Charleston area to enjoy the beaches, restaurants and mild winters. In her spare time, she loves to play tennis, take her dogs to the beach and spend time with her family. Ellen is the mother of three young adults - a son and twin girls.
Special Guest - Susan Melching
Ms. Melching is our visiting permanent makeup artist. She has over 30 years experience in Colorado, South Carolina and abroad enhancing eyebrows and lips as well as applying permanent eye liner. Originally trained as both an electrologist and as an aesthetician, she has completed hundreds of hours of specialized training in permanent makeup artistry. She has stayed abreast of the latest techniques by attending courses and workshops around the country throughout her career. She joins us two to three times a year, providing services to both new and longstanding clients. To arrange a consultation, you can connect with her through her website.