Dr. Gary McCracken, MD


Physician
Dermatology

Center for Dermatology & Plastic Surgery
14275 N 87th Street
Suite 109 & 110
Scottsdale, Arizona 85260
For an appointment, call (480) 905-8485
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Medical Expertise of Dr. Gary McCracken, MD

Gary McCracken, MD specializes in general and cosmetic dermatology, as well as skin cancer surgery.

About Dr. Gary McCracken, MD

Dr. McCracken has been ranked as one of Arizona’s top dermatologists by Phoenix Magazine twelve times since 2005.

Conditions Treated

Acne
Aging Skin & Wrinkles
Allergic Contact Dermatitis
Atopic Dermatitis
Hair Loss (Balding)
Psoriasis
Rosacea
Seborrheic Keratosis
Skin Cancer
Warts

Patient Education Resources

Does Coolsculpting® really work?
CoolSculpting® is a non-surgical, non-invasive procedure that uses a device to cool targeted areas of fat, causing the fat cells to freeze and die. Over time, the body naturally eliminates these d...
How do biologics work to treat my psoriasis?
Biologics are a class of medications that are used to treat moderate to severe psoriasis. They are typically used when other treatments, such as topical creams and light therapy, have not been effecti...
How is atopic dermatitis different from eczema?
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...
What is atopic dermatitis?
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 ...
What is the treatment for nail fungus?
Treatment for nail fungus (onychomycosis) can be challenging, as the fungus can be difficult to eliminate and may recur. Treatment options include:Topical antifungal medication: Over-the-counter antif...

Education & Training

Dr. McCracken received his BS in Biology from Creighton University and an MD from Creighton School of Medicine.

He completed his dermatology residency at the University of Illinois at Chicago, where he also served as Chief Resident. He also completed his residency to attain board certification in internal medicine as well as a yearlong clinical research fellowship in dermatology at Emory University in Atlanta.