Shannon Heck, M.D., F.A.A.D., is a board certified dermatologist and a partner in a large, thriving dermatologic practice in Phoenix and Scottsdale, Arizona. She specializes in general and cosmetic dermatology.
Dr. Heck is active in the American Academy of Dermatology, and a member of the Women’s Dermatologic Society. She has previously served on the AAD Public Awareness Committee that judges the prestigious Golden Triangle Awards. She now serves on the AAD SKINnovations committee. She is also active locally as a member of the Phoenix Dermatologic Society.
Dr. Heck attended the University of Arizona on an academic scholarship, and graduated Summa Cum Laude from this institution. She graduated medical school at Eastern Virginia Medical School where she also completed her dermatology residency under Antoinette Hood, MD.
In her time off she enjoys spending time with her husband, and her two boys; Ryland age three, and Reed age two.
Dr. Heck provides some useful anti-aging tips.
December 3, 2013 - 12:10am
Dr. Heck describes acne and its most common causes, and explains how hormones affect the skin.
April 30, 2010 - 2:51pm
Dr. Heck describes warts, common causes, and how they are treated.
April 30, 2010 - 2:36pm
Dr. Heck recalls the associated risks from tanning beds and self tanners.
April 30, 2010 - 2:23pm
Dr. Heck describes the type of sunscreen a woman should be wearing.
April 30, 2010 - 2:05pm
Dr. Heck explains how sleep positioning can affect wrinkle formation.
April 30, 2010 - 1:58pm
Dr. Heck recalls how a mother can help protect her child from developing skin cancer and also explains why putting on sunscreen should become part of your daily routine.
April 30, 2010 - 1:52pm
Dr. Heck provides useful tips to help you prevent skin cancer.
April 30, 2010 - 1:43pm
Dr. Heck describes shingles and explains how this condition is diagnosed and commonly treated.
April 30, 2010 - 1:33pm
Dr. Heck provides tips to help recognize problematic moles you may develop.
April 30, 2010 - 1:27pm
Dr. Heck explains why laser hair removal is considered a safe procedure and describes an ideal candidate.
April 30, 2010 - 11:21am
Dr. Heck describes eczema, a chronic skin condition, and the most common treatment options
April 30, 2010 - 11:08am
Dr. Heck recalls the causes associated with dry skin, shares the long-term risk factors when dry skin is not moisturized, and describes the treatments for dry skin.
April 30, 2010 - 10:58am
Dr. Heck describes what a patient can expect when she first visits a dermatologist.
April 30, 2010 - 10:47am
Dr. Heck describes a cold sore and shares the most common treatment options.
April 30, 2010 - 10:38am
Dr. Heck describes the difference between BOTOX® and facial fillers and shares how a woman can locate a dermatologist who offers those treatments. She also shares the risks associated with BOTOX® ...
April 30, 2010 - 10:13am
Dr. Heck describes the long-term risk factors associated with acne and shares how cystic acne can be treated.
April 30, 2010 - 9:50am
Dr. Heck describes Accutane, an acne medication, and recalls why a sexually active woman has to take extra contraception precautions while on this medication.
April 30, 2010 - 9:38am
