W. C. Cole Claiborne, MD, MPH
Board-Certified Dermatologist • New Orleans, LA
Cosmetic | Medical | Surgical Dermatology
Dr. Cole Claiborne is a distinguished skin-care specialist serving the New Orleans area, offering a full spectrum of cosmetic, medical and surgical dermatology backed by clinical-trial experience and academic achievement.
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Cum laude graduate of Isidore Newman School
Bachelor’s degree, Washington & Lee University
MD and MPH from Louisiana State University School of Medicine – New Orleans / Louisiana State University School of Public Health—the only member of his medical class to earn both degrees at graduation.
Internship in Internal Medicine at LSU – New Orleans, recognized for medical excellence.
Residency in Dermatology at Tulane University School of Medicine; during this time he served as a clinical research fellow, participating as a sub-investigator in ten randomized clinical trials in dermatology (e.g., for atopic dermatitis, psoriasis, systemic lupus, cutaneous T-cell lymphoma).
Board-Certified in Dermatology
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Dr. Claiborne remains actively engaged in dermatologic research and was selected as the investigator for the LITE Study—a pragmatic phototherapy clinical trial for plaque psoriasis. His practice is the only site in Louisiana chosen by the National Psoriasis Foundation and the University of Pennsylvania for that trial.
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Dr. Claiborne has a dual focus: cosmetic dermatology (minimally invasive facial rejuvenation) and complex medical dermatology (skin disease, surgical dermatology). His cosmetic expertise includes neuromodulators (e.g., Botox®, Dysport®, Xeomin®), injectable fillers (Juvederm®, Restylane®), submental-fat reduction (Kybella®), chemical peels, lasers, and advanced cosmeceuticals. He is also adept at pediatric dermatology, having trained at the children’s hospital dermatology clinic and treats infants through adolescents with the same care as adult patients.
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Staff dermatologist at Touro Infirmary and Ochsner St. Bernard Parish Medical Center.
Executive committee member of the Louisiana Dermatological Society.
Member of professional organizations including:
American Academy of Dermatology
American Society for Dermatologic Surgery
Society for Pediatric Dermatology
Women’s Dermatological Society
American Society for Laser Medicine and Surgery
Dermatology Foundation
Skin Cancer Foundation
Medical Dermatology Society
Louisiana Dermatological Society
Dr. Martin D. Claiborne
Dr. Martin D. Claiborne is a trusted skin-care specialist in the greater New Orleans region, bringing four decades plus of dermatology expertise to his patients. Born and raised in New Orleans, he has deep roots in Louisiana and a lifelong commitment to his community and the science of skin health.
Board-Certified Dermatologist • New Orleans, LA
Over 50 Years of Dedicated Skin-Care Practice
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Bachelor’s degree, Washington & Lee University (Virginia)—with honors
Doctor of Medicine, Tulane University School of Medicine—returned to New Orleans for medical school
Residency in Internal Medicine and Dermatology at Charity Hospital of New Orleans, historically one of the region’s premier trauma centres.
Board-Certified by the American Board of Dermatology in Dermatology
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Dr. Claiborne holds staff privileges at multiple respected institutions including:
Touro Infirmary
East Jefferson General Hospital
Ochsner Saint Bernard Parish Medical Center (formerly St. Bernard)
Tulane Hospital
Active memberships:
American Academy of Dermatology
American Society for Dermatologic Surgery
Louisiana State Medical Society
Louisiana Dermatological Society
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Dr. Claiborne treats the full spectrum of dermatologic conditions—medical, surgical, and cosmetic—including but not limited to: skin cancers, benign lesions, acne, eczema, psoriasis, hair, and nail disorders.
His approach emphasises:Thorough diagnosis and treatment powered by decades of experience
Innovative yet proven methods in skin-science and cosmetic dermatology
Treating every patient “as if they were a member of his own family.”
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A New Orleans native, Dr. Claiborne has long lived and raised a family in Louisiana. Married for over 35 years, he is father to three grown sons—one of whom, Dr W. C. Cole Claiborne, practices alongside him at MD Claiborne Dermatology.
Dr. Kelly M. Vogel
Board-Certified Dermatologist • New Orleans, LA
Medical | Surgical | Cosmetic Dermatology
Dr. Kelly M. Vogel is a native New Orleanian dermatologist offering comprehensive care in medical, surgical, and cosmetic dermatology.
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Graduate of Mount Carmel Academy
Bachelor’s degree from Louisiana State University (summa cum laude)
MD from Louisiana State University School of Medicine New Orleans (top of her class)
Internship in Internal Medicine at Tulane University School of Medicine
Residency in Dermatology at LSU — New Orleans School of Medicine
Board-Certified in Dermatology
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During residency, Dr. Vogel published dermatology-relevant research, presented at national meetings, and was awarded “Trainee of the Year” by the Veterans Affairs Hospital System. She also led sun-protection outreach programs to local students and helped establish outreach efforts for the New Orleans Women’s & Children’s Shelter (NOWCS).
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Dr. Vogel treats patients of all ages, addressing the full spectrum of skin, hair, and nail disorders—from everyday issues to complex surgical cases.
Her cosmetic dermatology interests include minimally-invasive rejuvenation, though her foundation lies firmly in medically-driven dermatology.
Her philosophy: Treat each patient as if they were family, with empathy, clarity, and evidence-based care. -
She maintains active memberships in:
American Academy of Dermatology
American Society for Dermatologic Surgery
Women’s Dermatology Society
Louisiana Dermatological Society