Dr. Toni C. Stockton, M.D.,
As an allergy-prone teenager, I had skin problems beyond those experienced by the typical adolescent. It was during those young years when I realized the importance of an experienced dermatologist.
At the time, I visited a well-respected dermatologist in the Pittsburgh area, who treated me for a reaction I had developed to an over-the-counter acne product. I had subsequent visits to his office for treatment of my eczema, other allergic reactions, and acne, and each time he gave me great insight into what a dermatologist does for people, beyond treating them for basic skin problems.
I chose medicine in college, not just because of my childhood experience, but because I enjoyed math, chemistry and science. My first goal was to become a medical researcher, but I soon learned that research was not a people-oriented profession and I wanted to be able to work with patients on a daily basis.
As a student physician at Howard University Medical School, I took a dermatology elective and learned that my life experiences as a dermatology patient made it easy to relate to others and understand their skin conditions. It was that elective at medical school that reinforced my interest in becoming a dermatologist. I continued my education and was board certified in dermatology in 1987.
My experience has taught me that good medicine is more than just talking to people and shuffling them off with a prescription. I believe the most important part of treating my patients is educating them about their conditions, and using their medical history to discover advanced solutions.
-Toni C. Stockton, M. D.
Credentials & Achievements
Doctor Toni Stockton's diagnostic and treatment expertise includes skin cancer, ethnic dermatology, cosmetic dermatology, and phototherapy.
She has practiced in Arizona since 1994 and during that time has built credentials that include being named official Dermatology consultant for the NBA's Phoenix Suns, the WNBA's Phoenix Mercury, the Arizona Rattlers of the AFL, and the Arizona Diamond Backs of the MLB.
Among her professional extra-curricular activities: service on the Advisory Board for the American Academy of Medical Aesthetics and she often works as an instructor for the Skin and Makeup Institute of Arizona.
Doctor Toni Stockton graduated from the Bachelor of Science/Medical Doctorate program for gifted students at Howard University College of Medicine's in 1983. She completed her first year internal medicine residency at Howard University Hospital, and completed her dermatology residency at King/Drew Medical Center in Los Angeles, California. She has been board certified in dermatology since 1987(American Academy of Dermatology).
Doctor Stockton practiced dermatology in the Los Angeles area from 1987 through 1994. She also served as Associate Professor of Dermatology at King/Drew Medical Center during this time in Los Angeles, and was the Center's Chief Resident from 1986-1987.
She remains active on the nationwide lecture circuit, speaking to both medical professionals and to lay groups. Dr. Stockton has been named in Phoenix Magazine's Top Doc's in 2005, 2007 and 2008. Dr. Stockton is listed in the 2009 Consumers National Top Doc's.
Hospital Affiliations
- Banner Desert Medical Center
- Chandler Regional Hospital
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