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Dr. Fred Shahan, MD

Dermatology* Age 61
Dr. Fred Shahan, MD
4.7 (86 Ratings)
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Dr. Fred Shahan, MD

Dermatology* Age 61
San Diego, CA
Accepting new patients
31 years of experience
Dr. Fred Shahan, MD is a Dermatologist in San Diego, CA.

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Dr. Fred Shahan, MD is a Dermatologist in San Diego, CA and has 31 years experience. They graduated from University of California, San Diego School of Medicine in 1993 and completed a residency at Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine.They currently practice at Practice and are affiliated with Scripps Memorial Hospital Encinitas and Alvarado Hospital Medical Center. At present, Dr. Shahan received an average rating of 4.7/5 from patients and has been reviewed 86 times. Their office accepts new patients. Dr. Shahan also speaks Arabic. Dr. Shahan is board certified in Dermatology and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Excision, Shaving, or Destruction of Skin and Subcutaneous Tissue (incl. Mohs Micrographic Surgery), Tissue Transfer
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Excision of Skin Cancer
Excision, Shaving, or Destruction of Skin and Subcutaneous Tissue (incl. Mohs Micrographic Surgery), Tissue Transfer
Adjacent Tissue Transfer
Excision of Skin Cancer
Excision, Shaving, or Destruction of Skin and Subcutaneous Tissue (incl. Mohs Micrographic Surgery), Tissue Transfer
Adjacent Tissue Transfer
Excision of Skin Cancer
Basal Cell Carcinoma
Hypertrophic Scar
Inflamed Seborrheic Keratosis
Itchy Skin
Keloid Scar
Sebaceous Cysts
Skin Cancer
Squamous Cell Carcinoma of Skin
Actinic Keratosis
Atopic Dermatitis (Eczema)
Birthmark
Moles (Benign Skin Lesions)
Destruction of Benign Skin Lesion
Destruction of Malignant Skin Lesion
Excision of Skin Lesion
Mohs Defect Reconstruction Surgery
Wart Freezing
Alopecia
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Boil
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Carcinoma in Situ of Skin
Cellulitis
Cold Sore
Dry Skin
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Eczema and Contact Dermatitis
Folliculitis
Fungal Nail Infection
Granuloma of Skin
Hair Loss
Herpes Simplex Infection
Impetigo
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Intertrigo
Leg and Foot Ulcers
Lichen Planus
Nail Infection
Psoriasis
Psoriasis Vulgaris
Rash
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Ringworm
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Rosacea
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Seborrheic Dermatitis
Seborrheic Keratosis
Skin Ulcer
Telogen Effluvium
Varicose Eczema
Varicose Veins
Warts
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Excision of Benign Skin Lesion
Acne
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Adult Development Disorders
Age Spots
Angioedema
Athlete's Foot
Contact Dermatitis
Dermatitis Due to Drugs
Dermatographic Urticaria
Excessive Sweating
Facial Irregularities
Facial Lesions
Hives
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Hyperthrophic Scar
Jock Itch
Lichen Sclerosis Et Atrophicus
Lipomas
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Melanoma
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Mole
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Pilonidal Cyst
Pinkeye (Conjunctivitis)
Plantar Wart
Pruritus Ani
Ringworm of the Beard
Scabies
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Scleroderma
Shingles
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Skin Discoloration
Spider Veins
Sweaty Palms
Systemic Sclerosis
Thrush
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Tinea Versicolor
Varicella Zoster
Vitiligo
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Restylane® Injections
Shaving of Skin Lesion
Skin Cancer Removal

Insurance Accepted

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  • Blue Cross (CACare) - Large Group-CA HMO
    Blue Cross (CACare) - Small Group-CA HMO
    Blue Cross (Prudent Buyer) - Individual-CA PPO
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  • Medicare
  • HealthyBlue 2.0
    HealthyBlue Advantage
  • First Health (Coventry Health Care) PPO
  • Health Net HMO
    Health Net PPO
  • MultiPlan PPO
  • United Healthcare

Locations

  1. 1 San Diego Dermatology & Cosmetic Surgery Lab
    6367 Alvarado Ct Ste 107, San Diego, CA 92120
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (619) 287-1882
    Monday
    08:15 - 11:30
    Tuesday
    08:15 - 16:30
    Wednesday
    08:15 - 16:30
    Thursday
    09:00 - 16:00
    Friday
    08:15 - 16:30
  2. 2 Office
    320 Santa Fe Dr Ste 303, Encinitas, CA 92024
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (760) 944-8080
    Thursday
    09:00 - 16:30
  3. 3 Maurice Sherman, M.D.
    12845 Pointe del Mar Way Ste 100, Del Mar, CA 92014
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (858) 356-2647
  4. 4 Office
    1334 N Imperial Ave, El Centro, CA 92243
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (760) 337-8500

Patient Satisfaction

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Shahan
4.7
Based on 86 Reviews
5 Stars (77)
4 Stars (3)
3 Stars (0)
2 Stars (1)
1 Star (5)

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Mar 21, 2023
Dr. Shahan has been our dermatologist for more than ten years. We see him at his Encinitas office. In addition to being very knowledgeable, Dr. Shahan is professional and caring and always addresses our questions and concerns. His staff is highly qualified, courteous and efficient.
JG — Mar 21, 2023
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About Me

Languages Spoken
Arabic
Languages Spoken
Specialties*
Dermatology
Dermatologic Oncology
Dermatologic Surgery
Specialties*
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • University of California, San Diego School of Medicine
    1993
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Dermatology and Micrographic Dermatologic Surgery
Board Certifications
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Internship

Internship
  • University of California San Diego Medical Center
    1994
Internship

Residency

Residency Hospital
  • Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine
    1997
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Fred Shahan, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Shahan's profile.

Dr. Fred Shahan, MD is affiliated with Scripps Memorial Hospital Encinitas and Alvarado Hospital Medical Center.

Yes, Dr. Fred Shahan, MD holds board certification in Dermatology and Micrographic Dermatologic Surgery.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Scripps Memorial Hospital Encinitas

    354 Santa Fe Dr, Encinitas, CA

  • Alvarado Hospital Medical Center

    6655 Alvarado Rd, San Diego, CA