What Sonterra Dermatology does

Sonterra Dermatology is a founder-owned, board-certified dermatology practice founded in 2011 by Dr. Annabelle Garcia in San Antonio, Texas. The practice provides comprehensive medical, surgical, and cosmetic dermatology services across three locations: Stone Oak (headquarters), Broadway at The Pearl (downtown San Antonio), and Laredo. It employs 6 board-certified dermatologists, 3 physician assistants, and supporting medical and administrative staff. Service offerings span medical dermatology (acne, eczema, psoriasis, rosacea, skin cancer screenings, Mohs surgery), cosmetic treatments (laser skin rejuvenation, RF microneedling, chemical peels), body contouring (CoolSculpting Elite, EMSCULPT, miraDry), injectables (BOTOX, Juvéderm family, Restylane, Sculptra, Radiesse, Kybella, PRP therapy), and weight management (Tirzepatide). The practice also retails an in-house skincare line alongside curated medical-grade brands including Elta MD, Epionce, Skinbetter, SkinMedica, Sente, and Isdin.

The practice operates on a professional services revenue model with two primary streams: insurance-reimbursed medical dermatology and out-of-pocket cosmetic/aesthetic procedures. Body contouring and aesthetic treatments are unit-priced (e.g., CoolSculpting Elite at $800-$1,500 per treatment area), while injectables, laser treatments, and skincare products generate incremental per-visit revenue. Patient acquisition is driven by community reputation, third-party verified reviews (6,053+ reviews at 4.9 average rating), referral network, and a multi-channel digital presence across Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, and Google. The practice holds a CoolSculpting Elite Master designation and partners with device manufacturers (Allergan, Sciton) and skincare brands for technology and product distribution.

Sonterra Dermatology is a private, founder-controlled practice with no disclosed external investment, private equity, or parent company involvement. Family members appear in operational roles (Rene Garcia as Office Manager), suggesting an owner-operator governance structure. Growth has been organic and incremental since 2011, with geographic expansion to The Pearl (2021) and Laredo, accompanied by ongoing provider recruitment and continuous addition of new aesthetic devices and treatment modalities.

Name

Sonterra Dermatology

Legal name

Sonterra Dermatology

Website

https://dermatologysanantonio.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2011

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Sonterra Dermatology is a founder-owned, board-certified dermatology practice in South Texas offering medical, surgical, cosmetic, and body contouring services across three locations in San Antonio and Laredo, serving patients of all ages.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Headquarters

HQ city

San Antonio

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices3 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure, Supply Chain

Revenue model

1. Medical Dermatology Services: Revenue from medical dermatology consultations and treatments including acne, eczema, psoriasis, rosacea, skin cancer screenings, Mohs surgery, and general skin conditions. Services typically covered by health insurance.
2. Cosmetic Dermatology Procedures: Revenue from elective cosmetic procedures including laser treatments, body contouring (CoolSculpting, EMSCULPT), injectables (BOTOX, fillers), and skin rejuvenation treatments. Typically out-of-pocket expenses for patients.
3. Skincare Products: Sale of medical-grade skincare products including Elta MD, Epionce, Sente, Skinbetter, SkinMedica, Isdin, and Sonterra Dermatology's own branded skincare line.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

Sonterra Dermatology is a multi-location dermatology practice that diagnoses and treats medical skin conditions (acne, eczema, psoriasis, rosacea, skin cancer, and related diseases) and provides surgical dermatology including Mohs micrographic surgery. The practice also delivers cosmetic dermatology services including laser skin resurfacing, IPL photofacials, RF skin tightening, body contouring (CoolSculpting Elite, EMSCULPT, miraDry), neuromodulator and dermal filler injectables, microneedling, and chemical peels. In addition to in-office procedures, the practice sells medical-grade skincare products and offers weight management with Tirzepatide.

Product overview

Sonterra Dermatology is a dermatology practice offering a comprehensive range of medical and cosmetic dermatology services. The practice operates as a single-location clinic with multiple treatment areas including medical dermatology (acne, eczema, psoriasis, rosacea, skin cancer treatments, Mohs Surgery), cosmetic dermatology (laser treatments, body contouring, injectables), and weight management services. The core services include Forever Young BBL, LaseMD, Sciton Halo, DiamondGlow, RF Microneedling, CoolSculpting Elite, EMSCULPT, miraDry, BOTOX, Juvéderm, Voluma, Restylane, Volbella, Belotero, Radiesse, Sculptra, Kybella, PRP Therapy, and Microneedling. The practice also offers an in-house skincare line alongside curated professional skincare products from Elta MD, Epionce, Sente, Skinbetter, SkinMedica, and Isdin.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Mohs Surgery Surgical removal of skin cancer layer by layer with microscopic examination of tissue until cancer-free margins are achieved; offered to patients diagnosed with skin cancer.
• Acne Treatment Comprehensive treatment for acne vulgaris including topical medications, oral medications, and procedural options for patients with inflammatory or chronic acne.
• Eczema Treatment Treatment for atopic dermatitis including topical medicines, biologics such as Dupixent, and at-home remedies for patients with chronic eczema.
• Psoriasis Treatment Treatment for psoriasis, a chronic autoimmune condition causing rapid skin cell buildup, for patients with mild to severe presentations.
• Rosacea Treatment Treatment for rosacea, a chronic inflammatory skin condition causing facial redness and visible blood vessels.
• Skin Cancer Treatments Various treatments for skin cancer removal including cryosurgery, electrodesiccation, and surgical excision.
• Tirzepatide Weight Management FDA-approved injectable medication therapy (GLP-1 and GIP receptor agonist class) for weight management and blood sugar control for eligible patients.
• Forever Young BBL IPL photofacial treatment that uses light energy to penetrate deep into the skin to reverse signs of aged, damaged, or sun-damaged skin.
• LaseMD Laser skin resurfacing treatment that removes damaged layers of skin to eliminate fine lines, wrinkles, and blemishes.
• Sciton Halo Hybrid Fractional Laser Hybrid fractional laser combining ablative and non-ablative wavelengths for comprehensive skin resurfacing treatments.
• DiamondGlow Facial Professional facial treatment that uses an advanced system to exfoliate, cleanse, and infuse the skin for natural rejuvenation.
• XERF Laser Treatment Noninvasive RF treatment that tightens skin and stimulates natural collagen production for smoother, firmer, youthful-looking skin.
• RF Microneedling Combines radiofrequency energy with traditional microneedling to enhance aesthetic skin rejuvenation results.
• Microneedling (SkinPen) Skin rejuvenation treatment using fine-gauge needles (SkinPen device) to create micro-injuries that trigger natural collagen and elastin production.
• Scar Revision Treatment Variety of procedures designed to reduce the appearance of scars following trauma or previous medical procedures.
• Laser Hair Removal Uses laser energy to destroy hair follicles to reduce and remove unwanted hair from practically all over the body.
• Laser Vein Removal Uses laser technology to diminish spider veins of the legs and visible, dilated vessels and spider veins of the face.
• Chemical Peel Chemical peel treatments available in varying strengths to rejuvenate damaged, unhealthy skin by initiating skin renewal.
• EMSCULPT Nonsurgical body contouring treatment that contours the stomach and buttocks by building muscle and reducing fat at the same time.
• CoolSculpting Elite FDA-approved, non-surgical fat reduction procedure that eliminates stubborn fat by freezing fat cells, causing them to undergo normal programmed cell death; eliminates 20-25% of treated fat cells per treatment area with little to no downtime.
• miraDry FDA-cleared laser treatment that significantly improves excess underarm sweating without surgery by eliminating sweat glands.
• BOTOX Injectable Neuromodulator injectable treatment that reduces the appearance of wrinkles and fine lines by temporarily relaxing facial muscles.
• Juvéderm Injectable Hyaluronic acid dermal filler used to add volume, smooth wrinkles, and enhance facial contours.
• Juvéderm Voluma Juvéderm collection filler specifically designed to add volume to the cheek area for a lifting effect.
• Juvéderm Volbella Juvéderm collection filler specifically designed for lip augmentation and correction of perioral lines.
• Restylane Injectable Hyaluronic acid filler family used to smooth wrinkles, add volume, and enhance lips.
• Belotero Injectable Hyaluronic acid dermal filler that integrates with the skin's tissue for smooth, natural results.
• Radiesse Injectable Calcium hydroxylapatite filler that provides immediate volume and stimulates collagen production for long-lasting results.
• Radiesse Gold Protocol Advanced Radiesse treatment protocol specifically designed for neck rejuvenation.
• Sculptra Injectable Poly-L-lactic acid injectable that stimulates collagen production to gradually restore volume and improve skin texture.
• Kybella Injectable Injectable treatment that destroys fat cells under the chin to reduce the appearance of a double chin.
• PRP Therapy Platelet-rich plasma therapy that uses the patient's own plasma to stimulate skin rejuvenation, also used for hair restoration and the Vampire Facial procedure.
• Medical-Grade Skincare Products Retail sale of medical-grade skincare products including Elta MD, Epionce, Sente, Skinbetter, SkinMedica, Isdin, and Sonterra Dermatology's own branded skincare line, sold to patients through the practice's online storefront and in-office.

Quantifiable outcome

• CoolSculpting Elite eliminates 20-25% of treated fat cells per treatment area
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers3 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature6 records

Partnerships

Seven partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• EMA (Patient Portal)coreTechnology or IntegrationThird-party patient portal platform (sonterraderm.ema.md) enabling patients to access their medical records, schedule appointments, and communicate with the practice electronically
• Elta MDminorOthersMedical-grade sunscreen and skincare brand recommended and sold by the practice
• EpionceminorOthersMedical-grade skincare line offered for sale at the practice
• SkinbetterminorOthersAdvanced skincare brand available through the practice
• SkinMedicaminorOthersClinical skincare products sold at the practice
• CoolSculpting (Allergan)coreTechnology or IntegrationFDA-cleared fat-freezing technology provider; practice holds CoolSculpting Elite Master designation for non-surgical body contouring
• ScitoncoreTechnology or IntegrationLaser and light-based aesthetic device manufacturer providing Halo hybrid fractional laser and BBL platforms

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves8 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• US Dermatology Partners: A large PE-backed dermatology management company operating hundreds of locations across the U.S. It is a broad incumbent in the same medical + cosmetic dermatology space, with direct overlap on services like skin cancer treatment, injectables, and body contouring, though at vastly greater national scale.
• Epiphany Dermatology: PE-backed dermatology group with a multi-state footprint offering medical, surgical, and cosmetic dermatology. Directly comparable in service mix (Mohs, injectables, lasers) and in being a partner/employer for board-certified dermatologists outside major academic centers.
• Anne Arundel Dermatology: Large multi-location dermatology group providing full medical, surgical, and cosmetic services across the Mid-Atlantic and Southeast. Comparable business model — independent-practice roll-up offering CoolSculpting, injectables, and Mohs surgery under a regional brand.
• Schweiger Dermatology Group: Northeast-based dermatology group operating dozens of offices with a similar medical + cosmetic + aesthetic service offering. Comparable in that it combines insurance-based dermatology with cash-pay cosmetic procedures and skincare retail.
• Forefront Dermatology: Midwest-anchored PE-backed dermatology network with a broad service portfolio including medical, surgical, Mohs, and cosmetic dermatology. Comparable in mix of services and reliance on multi-provider outpatient clinics.
• Advanced Dermatology and Cosmetic Surgery: One of the largest U.S. dermatology practices, offering comprehensive medical, surgical, and cosmetic services. Highly comparable service menu including injectables, body contouring, lasers, and skincare retail at significantly greater scale.
• QualDerm Partners: PE-backed dermatology platform partnering with practices across multiple states. Directly comparable as an aggregator of independent medical + cosmetic dermatology clinics with a similar service profile to Sonterra.
• Pinnacle Dermatology: Multi-state dermatology group offering medical, surgical, and aesthetic services. Comparable in operating model — physician-led multi-site dermatology practices consolidated under a single brand.

Regional players

• Riverchase Dermatology and Cosmetic Surgery: Florida-based multi-location dermatology group with comparable medical, Mohs, and cosmetic offerings (CoolSculpting, injectables, lasers). Similar multi-site independent practice model, though primarily serving a different regional market than Sonterra.
• Laser & Skin Surgery Center of New York: Independent multi-provider dermatology and cosmetic surgery practice specializing in advanced laser, Mohs, and aesthetic procedures. Comparable in being a physician-led private practice offering a deep menu of cosmetic dermatology services and medical-grade skincare.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutube.com/channel/UCss0AEewDsDxUL2m7WJ9yKQ
• Facebookfacebook.com/SonterraDermatology
• Instagraminstagram.com/sonterradermatology

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles10 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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