A pioneering thought-leader in aesthetic medicine who just happens to live in Chapel Hill, Dr. Cox is internationally recognized for her expertise in cosmetic dermatology. Founder of Aesthetic Solutions, Dr. Cox also is a published author and lectures worldwide on aesthetic medicine.
When Dr. Sue Ellen Cox began practicing dermatology over 25 years ago, there was no such thing as “aesthetic dermatology.” An early and passionate believer in the power of effective, minimally invasive aesthetic treatments, Dr. Cox worked hard to shape the field with her values: rigorous scientific evaluation of every treatment, an emphasis on safety, and appreciation for subtle, natural-looking results.
Dr. Sue Ellen Cox is a board-certified dermatologic surgeon, founder and medical director of Aesthetic Solutions in Chapel Hill, NC. She is an internationally recognized expert in facial rejuvenation using lasers, injectable fillers and neuromodulators. Dr. Cox runs an active clinical research center, and has performed clinical trials and pivotal studies on most neuromodulators and fillers, including Botox, Dysport, Jeuveau, Letybo, Juvéderm, Restylane, RHA fillers, Belotero, Voluma, Kybella, Restylane Silk, Restylane Kysse and Latisse.
Dr. Cox has devoted her career to advancing aesthetic medicine and advocating for natural results and compassionate patient care.
Dr. Cox is a contributing editor for the Journal of Dermatologic Surgery, an editor for Modern Aesthetics, and has authored or co-authored more than one hundred peer-reviewed articles and book chapters. Dr. Cox serves on committees and boards for the American Society for Dermatologic Surgery, the American Academy of Dermatology, and various pharmaceutical and device manufacturers. Dr. Cox lectures internationally, directs national workshops, and here at home teaches cosmetic dermatology clinic to residents at the UNC School of Medicine and Duke University Medical Center.
Organizations
American Society for Dermatologic Surgery
1993 – Present
American Academy of Dermatology
1993 – Present
American Society for Laser Medicine and Surgery
1996 – Present
North Carolina Dermatology Association
2001 – Present
Galderma’s Women in Aesthetics Leadership Council
2019 – Present
Accreditation Association for Ambulatory Healthcare
1999 – 2018
Women’s Dermatologic Society
1993 – 2008
President, Americiety for Dermatologic Surgery (ASDS), 2021-2022
Voted to the list of Best Doctors in America by physician peers, every year since 2005
Castle Connolly Top Doctor, Castle Connolly “Exceptional Women in Medicine” Award Winner 2023 – 2025
Contributing Editor, Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology (JAAD), since 2003
Feature Editor, Journal of Dermatologic Surgery
Member of the Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Medical Society
Editorial Board, Modern Aesthetics magazine, since 2017
Continuing Medical Education Award, American Academy of Dermatology, January 2002 – October 2004
Preceptorship Program Award, American Society for Dermatologic Surgery, October 2006
Teaching Award, American Society for Dermatologic Surgery, October 2006
Feature Editor, Liposuction Council Bulletin, Journal Of Dermatologic Surgery, August 2001 – 2003
Contributing Editor, Dermatologic Surgery, 2001 – present
Feature Editor, Chemical Peels, Journal of Dermatologic Surgery, March 2003 – present
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