Steven Rasmussen

Steven E. Rasmussen, MD, FAAD Pronunciation Guide

Dermatology
4.9of 5 | (1660) | View Reviews
About our provider ratings

Accepting new patients ARC Southwest Ages seen: 0 - 99 Joined ARC: 2006

About Steven E. Rasmussen, MD, FAAD

  • Dr. Rasmussen enjoys taking advantage of all the fun activities Austin has to offer, including having season tickets to UT football. As a foodie, he enjoys taking advantage of Austin's food scene and trying out new restaurants.

    He loves to travel, especially to tropical destinations. When at home, he loves to dote on his sweet little Boston Terrier named Fiona.

    Dr. Rasmussen also offers medical aesthetic services using state-of-the-art equipment.

     Follow Dr. Rasmussen on Facebook

     Follow Dr. Rasmussen on Instagram

I can honestly say I truly love what I do, and I can’t imagine doing anything else. I feel honored to have the privilege to practice medicine. I do believe medicine is an art, and I strive every day to hone my skills to provide the absolute best possible care to my patients. My interactions with my patients are what give me the biggest joy in my day and what makes all my hard work and effort worth it.

Services

Acne & Rosacea Treatment for Adult and Teen Skin

Acne & Rosacea Treatment for Adult and Teen Skin

Your ARC dermatologist will help you decide on the best treatment plan for your acne.

Learn More

ActiveFX™

ActiveFX™

ActiveFX laser resurfacing helps reduce wrinkles and fine lines, softens deep wrinkles, and improves skin tone and texture.

Learn More

Biopsies of Skin Lesions and Conditions

Biopsies of Skin Lesions and Conditions

A skin biopsy is done by removing cells or skin samples from your body for laboratory examination. The skin samples are used to help diagnose skin conditions and determine a treatment plan for you.

Learn More

Botox Treatment of Axillary Hyperhidrosis

Botox Treatment of Axillary Hyperhidrosis

Botox® Cosmetic is a a safe, non-surgical procedure used to treat excess sweating in the underarms.

Learn More

BOTOX® Cosmetic

BOTOX® Cosmetic

Botox® Cosmetic treatment is a safe, non-surgical procedure that smoothes the wrinkles in motion on your face (i.e. frown lines and crow's feet).

Learn More

Candela VBeam®

Candela VBeam®

The Candela VBeam® is a versatile, non-invasive laser that treats a variety of skin conditions including rosacea and facial redness.

Learn More

Care for Chronic Skin Conditions like Psoriasis, Eczema, Lupus, etc.

Care for Chronic Skin Conditions like Psoriasis, Eczema, Lupus, etc.

Your ARC dermatologist works with you to provide the proper care to ease chronic skin conditions like psoriasis, eczema, lupus, etc.

Chemical Peels

Chemical Peels

Chemical peels are used to treat rough, discolored, sun-damaged skin and acne and improve fine lines.

Learn More

Diagnosis and Management of Cancer and Other Skin Lesions (suspicious moles, warts, cysts, lipomas)

Diagnosis and Management of Cancer and Other Skin Lesions (suspicious moles, warts, cysts, lipomas)

Detecting severe skin conditions early can improve your quality of life. Our ARC dermatologists can provide the proper care for skin cancer and other skin lesions.

Learn More

Dysport®

Dysport®

Dysport® is a prescription injection that helps temporarily soften and improve the look of frown lines.

Learn More

Evaluation, Diagnosis, and Treatment of Bacterial/Viral/Fungal infections

Evaluation, Diagnosis, and Treatment of Bacterial/Viral/Fungal infections

An ARC dermatologist can evaluate, diagnose, and treat bacterial, viral, and fungal infections.

Evaluation, Diagnosis, and Treatment of Hair Loss and Nail Disorders

Evaluation, Diagnosis, and Treatment of Hair Loss and Nail Disorders

Find out what is causing your hair loss and nail disorders and receive treatment to get them back to a healthy state.

FemTouch

FemTouch

The FemTouch vaginal rejuvenation treatment is a minimally invasive procedure for female vaginal and urinary needs, especially those experiencing post-natal and post-menopausal conditions.

Learn More

Hydrafacial Treatments

Hydrafacial Treatments

Hydrafacial treatments cleanse, exfoliate, and hydrate your skin to improve the look of your skin tone and elasticity. Results are seen after only one treatment.

Learn More

Intramuscular and Intralesional Injections

Intramuscular and Intralesional Injections

Dermatologic therapy injections that deliver medication deep into the muscle or skin lesions.

IPL Photofacials

IPL Photofacials

ARC offers IPL photofacials, a laser treatment, to treat sun damage, acne, symptoms of rosacea, age spots, freckles, veins, and other skin blemishes.

Learn More

JUVÉDERM® Injectable Gel

JUVÉDERM® Injectable Gel

JUVÉDERM® injectable gel is a great dermal filler that delivers nutrients to the cheeks, lips, and superficial wrinkles on your skin. Rejuvenate your skin.

Learn More

Laser Hair Removal

Laser Hair Removal

ARC offers Splendor X’s laser hair removal system to permanently remove unwanted hair from the face, leg, arm, underarm, bikini, and other areas.

Learn More

Legend M²™ Microneedling with Radio Frequency

Legend M²™ Microneedling with Radio Frequency

Microneedling helps rejuvenate facial collagen with little to no downtime. This procedure also helps skin conditions caused by acne scarring, wrinkles, stretch marks, pigment issues, and pore sizes.

Learn More

Medical Aesthetics

Medical Aesthetics

ARC dermatologists offer safe, affordable, and effective medical aesthetic services using state-of-the-art equipment. You can receive the latest medical and cosmetic dermatology services in a relaxed and reassuring environment.

Learn More

Mole Evaluations and Skin Cancer Screenings

Mole Evaluations and Skin Cancer Screenings

The evaluation of suspicious moles and skin areas can help detect skin cancer and chronic conditions.

Learn More

NuEra® Tight

NuEra® Tight

NuEra® Tight uses radio frequency to tighten loose or sagging skin. This skin tightening treatment can also be used to reduce excess fat and cellulite.

Learn More

Patch Testing for Contact Dermatitis

Patch Testing for Contact Dermatitis

Contact dermatitis is a reaction that happens after your skin comes in direct contact with certain substances. Patch testing can be done to find the substance that's causing the rash. 

Learn More

Photodynamic Therapy (PDT)

Photodynamic Therapy (PDT)

Photodynamic therapy (PDT) is a topical therapy-based treatment for pre-cancerous lesions and acne. A topical solution is applied to the affected area, which is absorbed by cancerous cells and sebaceous glands. Once absorbed, a specialized blue light is shown to the area, activating the solution, destroying the abnormal/damaged cancer cells, and shrinking sebaceous glands. The entire treatment is completed within 30 minutes.

Platelet-Rich Fibrin

Platelet-Rich Fibrin

Platelet-Rich Fibrin (PRF), also known as a vampire facial, is an advanced biological treatment used to rejuvenate your skin and promote hair growth.

Learn More

Restylane®

Restylane®

Restylane® is used to treat superficial lines and wrinkles. Restore volume and fullness to the skin to correct facial wrinkles and folds.

Learn More

ResurFX Skin Rejuvenation

ResurFX Skin Rejuvenation

Lumenis® ResurFX™ laser treatment is a fractional skin rejuvenation solution for younger, healthier, glowing looking skin. Promote deep collagen regeneration.

Learn More

RF Microneedling with Platelet-Rich Fibrin

RF Microneedling with Platelet-Rich Fibrin

RF Microneedling with Platelet-Rich Fibrin is an advanced aesthetic procedure that improves skin complexion, stimulates tissue regeneration, and promotes collagen production.

Learn More

Sclerotherapy

Sclerotherapy

Sclerotherapy treats spider veins, and may also treat other conditions including aching, burning, swelling and night cramps.

Learn More

Sculptra®

Sculptra®

Sculptra® poly-L-lactic acid is an injectable dermal filler that rejuvenates the skin, reduces wrinkles and facial lines. Cosmetic treatment to promote collagen.

Learn More

SmoothGlo™

SmoothGlo™

SmoothGlo™ laser resurfacing treatment targets the tone, texture, and volume of your skin by rehydrating the skin and improving its water content.

Learn More

Tattoo Removal

Tattoo Removal

ARC offers laser tattoo removal that targets ink without harming the skin. Tattoo removal is available for all ages and genders no matter the size of the tattoo.

Learn More

TotalFX Fractional CO2 Laser Skin Resurfacing

TotalFX Fractional CO2 Laser Skin Resurfacing

TotalFX Fractional CO2 Laser Skin Resurfacing tightens and rejuvenates the skin with two laser technologies. Treat scarring, stretch marks, wrinkles, and more.

Learn More

Locations & Hours

Credentials

  • Board Certifications
    Board Certified in Dermatology
  • Medical School
    Uniformed Services University School of Medicine, Bethesda, MD, 1995
  • Residency
    San Antonio Uniformed Services Health Education Consortium, Fort Sam Houston, Texas, 2001
  • Professional Positions
    • ARC Chief of Dermatology
    • Fellow, American Academy of Dermatology
    • Member, American Contact Dermatitis Society
    • Member, American Medical Association
    • Member, American Society for Laser Medicine and Surgery
    • Member, American Society of Cosmetic Dermatology and Aesthetic Surgery
    • Member, American Society of Dermatologic Surgery
    • Member, Austin Dermatological Society
    • Member, National Education Faculty and Speakers’ Bureau for Allergan and Lumenis, training and lecturing other physicians in aesthetic medicine including Botox, fillers and laser procedures.
    • Member, Performance Measurement Task Force, American Academy of Dermatology
    • Member, Texas Dermatology Society
    • Oversight Committees on Quality Improvement, Credentialing, and Peer Review for a Texas Medicaid program
    • Panelist for dermatology topics and peer reviewer for Healthy Aging magazine
  • Awards & Honors
    • America’s Best Dermatologist Listing - Top 1%, Consumer’s Research Council of America, 2010-2023
    • Austin’s Top Doctors, Austin Monthly, 2021 - 2023, 2024
    • Austin Under 40 award finalist, 2008
    • Best of the Best finalist, Austin Statesman, 2018, 2021, 2022, 2023
    • Center of Excellence Award by Lumenis, Inc. 2020
    • Excellence in Patient Satisfaction award, BSM Consulting
    • On-Time Physician Award, Vitals.com, 2009, 2014-2021
    • Patients’ Choice Award and Compassionate Doctor Award, Vitals.com, 2012-2023
    • 2023 Austin American-Statesman Community Choice Awards
    • Texas Super Doctor, Texas Monthly Magazine, 2019, 20202021, 2022, 2023
    • Top Doctor, Castle Connelly, 2020-2023
    • Top Pediatric Specialist, Austin Monthly Magazine, 2020, 2021, 2022
    • Top 10 Best Rated Dermatologists from RateMDs.com
    • Top 10 Dermatologists in Austin, Vitals.com

Patient Reviews

OVERALL PROVIDER RATING

Rating based on "Did the healthcare provider or doctor provide the care you expected?"

4.9out of 5
  • March 15, 2024

    Everything was quick.

  • March 15, 2024

    Thank you. One of my best visits to ARC!

  • March 14, 2024

    From the front desk to the doctor, the experience was great! Thank you

  • March 14, 2024

    I put my total trust in Dr. Rasmussen ! He’s always thorough and so easy to get along with.

  • March 14, 2024

    Dr. Rasmussen and his entire staff are wonderful. They are all kind, efficient, thorough and funny. Dr. Rasmussen has an amazing bedside manner. I had a great visit!

  • March 14, 2024

    Every one was just great. The procedure was very easy on me. I have no complaints Thank you all very much.

Mentions