Lesslie Marquez-Durst has been practicing as a certified Physician Assistant since her graduation from the Medical University of South Carolina in 2006. Initially she practiced as a Pediatric Orthopedic PA where she spent extensive time in both the clinical and surgical setting. While caring for children was an incredible and rewarding experience, Surgical Dermatology has always been a passion of hers. Her areas of expertise include laser /light and device treatments, injectibles, and sclerotherapy.

She received her undergraduate degree from Davidson College where she was a member of the 1997 Women's Soccer Team. Lesslie is an avid soccer fan and still plays in the Charlotte Women's Soccer League. She is a native of the Charlotte area and lives in South Charlotte with her husband, Derek and their five year-old Doberman Pinscher, Lina.