About Dr. Mary Sheu, MD
Dr. Mary Sheu is a board-certified dermatologist and fellow of the American Academy of Dermatology, and American Society of Dermatologic Surgery. Dr. Sheu specializes medical and aesthetic dermatology to improve the health and appearance of skin, She enjoys helping patients of all ages. Dr. Sheu is deeply committed to helping her patients take proactive steps to improve skin health, including the early detection, treatment, and prevention of skin cancer.
A native Californian, Dr. Sheu completed her undergraduate and medical education at Brown University, internal medicine internship at Stanford University and dermatology residency at the Oregon Health Science University. After her training, she practiced at the Menlo Medical Clinic and was on the adjunct clinical faculty at Stanford.
In 2007 Dr. Sheu joined the dermatology faculty at the Johns Hopkins School of Medicine, where practiced medical and aesthetic dermatology. She served as the Medical Director of the Dermatology Center at Green Spring Station, and Director of the Aesthetic Dermatology and Laser Program. Dr. Sheu has helped to develop innovative treatments in dermatology, conducted research, authored peer-reviewed publications in the dermatology literature, and lectured at national and international conferences. Dr. Sheu was voted one of Baltimore’s Best Dermatologists for 6 years.
Patient Education Resources
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...
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...
The best treatment for warts will depend on the type and location of the wart, as well as the patient's overall health and preferences. Some common treatment options for warts include:Salicylic ac...
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...
The treatment for severe atopic dermatitis will depend on the individual case, but it may include a combination of the following:Topical corticosteroids: Topical corticosteroids can be used to reduce ...