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
The best way to find out if you have skin cancer is to have a skin examination performed by a healthcare professional such as a dermatologist. They will visually inspect your skin for any suspicious m...
Atopic dermatitis and eczema are often used interchangeably, but they are not exactly the same thing. Atopic dermatitis is a type of eczema.Eczema is a general term that refers to a group of condition...
Psoriasis is a chronic skin condition that causes red, scaly patches on the skin. It affects about 2-3% of the population. People with psoriasis are at an increased risk of developing a form of arthri...
The best sunscreens are those that provide broad-spectrum protection, which means they protect against both ultraviolet A (UVA) and ultraviolet B (UVB) rays. They should also have an SPF (sun protecti...
Atopic dermatitis, also known as eczema, is a chronic, inflammatory skin condition that causes dry, itchy, and scaly skin. The condition is characterized by symptoms such as:Dry, itchy skin: The skin ...
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.