Elizabeth McRae, M.D., wants to broaden our view of aesthetic medicine. As a board-certified physician and the founder of McRae MD Medical Laser Center, she recognizes that looking good is intrinsically tied to feeling good. She explains: “The very things that many of us view as vain are actually very life-changing for people who are being held back by this discomfort about themselves.”
In an industry where many med-spas operate without a doctor on staff or rely on a single, catch-all laser, McRae brings 40 years of medical practice and 30 years in aesthetics to the table. That deep-rooted expertise translates into a profound sense of community care. “We’ve been privileged to care for our neighbors for 37 years, and we do see that as a very true responsibility,” she affirms. “We don’t take it lightly.”
The Pillow & The Pillowcase
To help patients understand the science of aging, McRae often uses a simple, elegant analogy: “The skin is the pillowcase, and the fillers under the skin—the collagen—are the pillow.” Ideally, we all want a plump, fluffy pillow covered by a smooth, radiant pillowcase. Achieving that look requires a customized, multi-step approach rather than a one-size-fits-all solution.
Because every face is unique, the clinic avoids chasing fleeting beauty trends in favor of science-backed, long-term results. “We never chase the trends,” says McRae. “We look at what actually delivers results.” Some of the latest developments harness the power of stem cells. McRae has an initial group of about 15 clients who have had their cells collected, cultured, and then put to work. “Patients use them for hair restoration, facial skin rejuvenation, and scar treatment,” she says. “They’re helpful for really anything anti-aging.”
From pioneering stem cell technologies to utilizing advanced plasma energy, the clinic relies on a highly personalized approach. “We have an expansive toolbox,” McRae explains. “We have a variety of patients, so we have a variety of solutions that we can stack and interchange to meet the specific needs of each patient.”
Smart Investments in What Lasts
When it comes to aesthetic investments, McRae advocates for patience and longevity over quick fixes. “I always tell my patients it’s better to do a little of something really good at a time,” she shares, cautioning that standard treatments can quickly drain a budget without lasting power. “You could spend thousands of dollars on filler, and it could be gone in a year.”
This philosophy is exactly why McRae MD Medical Laser Center has become the number one clinic in Texas for Bellafill, a premier five-year dermal filler. “I've been working with that specific filler for over 10 years and have a portfolio of incredibly pleased patients,” says McRae of the FDA-approved treatment. Unlike temporary alternatives, Bellafill offers sustained elegance. “You’re not starting over every year with three or four fillers.”
For patients looking to address both the "pillow" and the "pillowcase" simultaneously, the clinic recently introduced Nouvaderm, a cutting-edge, one-step laser. The popular treatment resurfaces the skin to erase fine lines and sunspots while working wonders beneath the surface. Best of all, downtime is practically nonexistent, with just two days of minor redness. “You can choose what fits your lifestyle, your needs, your costs, your comforts, all in one laser... and you can wear makeup, which is just brilliant.”
A Foundation of Trust
Ultimately, the team at McRae MD Medical Laser Center measures success not by the number of procedures they perform, but by the trust they build with the community. Education and patient comfort always come first. “We do try to spend a lot of time explaining the options to our patients, so they feel confident in their decisions and not pressured,” McRae emphasizes.
It is this heart-centered approach to medicine that keeps her inspired decades into her career. “I'm never going to stop being grateful for how blessed I am with what I do,” McRae reflects. “At the end of the day, most of everything we do is to help people.”
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“The very things that many of us view as vain are actually very life-changing for people who are being held back by this discomfort about themselves.”