About Dr. Cooper Heard, MD
Dr. Heard is board certified in Dermatology, Anatomic & Clinical Pathology, Dermatopathology, and Mohs Micrographic Surgery. He has special interests in adult and pediatric dermatology, cosmetic dermatology, dermatopathology, and dermatologic surgery including Mohs surgery.
Patient Education Resources
Yes, you can switch biologic medications for psoriasis if one is not working effectively. Biologic medications are a class of drugs that target specific parts of the immune system that are involved in...
A dermatologist can make you appear more youthful by using a variety of treatments, such as:Topical creams and serums that contain ingredients like retinoids and hyaluronic acid to improve skin textur...
Botox® (botulinum toxin type A) is a medication that is primarily used to temporarily paralyze specific muscles in the face and body.It is most often used to improve the appearance of wrinkles and...
Biologics are a class of medications that can be used to treat eczema, a chronic skin condition characterized by inflammation and itching. Biologics work by targeting specific parts of the immune syst...
Actinic keratoses (AKs) are precancerous skin lesions that can develop into squamous cell carcinoma, a type of skin cancer. Treatment options for AKs include:Cryotherapy: This procedure involves freez...
Education & Training
Dr. Heard, a Shreveport native, attended Loyola College Prep, then Centenary College, where he earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Biology in 1996. He attended medical school at Louisiana State University in Shreveport, receiving his medical degree in 2001. He completed a transitional internship at the University of Tennessee in Knoxville, then returned to Shreveport to complete a four-year residency in anatomic and clinical pathology in 2006, serving as chief resident his final year. Dr. Heard subsequently completed his dermatology residency at Louisiana State University in New Orleans, also serving his final year as chief resident.
Dermatology and Skin Surgery
Dermatology & Skin Surgery is the premier choice for state-of-the-art professional skincare in North Louisiana. Our team of highly experienced, board-certified dermatologists provide expertise in the latest clinically sound medical and cosmetic treatment options to enhance the health and appearance of each patient. At Dermatology & Skin Surgery, our entire staff is committed to providing the highest quality dermatological care and to treating each patient with compassion and respect.