Dr. Fred Shahan, MD, Pharm.D.


Physician
Dermatology

El Centro Dermatology
1334 N. Imperial Avenue ​
El Centro, California 92243
For an appointment, call (760) 337-8500
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About Dr. Fred Shahan, MD, Pharm.D.

Dr. Fred Shahan is a board-certified dermatologist and is also board certified in Mohs Micrographic Surgery. He specializes in the early detection and treatment of skin cancer, including Mohs micrographic surgery and cosmetic reconstruction. 

Patient Education Resources

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Education & Training

Dr Shahan attended University of Southern California (USC), where he received his Doctor of Pharmacy degree with honors. He obtained his medical degree from the University of California, San Diego with multiple honors, where he also did his internship training. He completed his dermatology residency at Northwestern University in 1997, where he was chief resident.

El Centro Dermatology

El Centro Dermatology and Laser Center provides a range of procedures to treatment medical and cosmetic skin conditions.