Pediatric Dermatology

Pediatric dermatology is a branch of dermatology deals with a wide variety of pediatric skin conditions, using the latest treatments and procedures. Pediatric dermatologists treat children from birth through adolescence. A Pediatric dermatologist must complete the following training programs during their education:

• Four years of medical school
• One year of internship
• Three years of dermatology residency or pediatric residency
• Post-one-year fellowship

Pediatric dermatologists provide medical care for the following services:

• Medical treatment for skin, nails, and hair
• Treatment for various skin infections and conditions, including psoriasis, vascular birthmarks, pigmented birthmarks, vitiligo, congenital skin disorders, atopic dermatitis, contact dermatitis, vitiligo, hives, and warts

Minor surgical procedures, including laser treatments, cosmetic surgeries, skin biopsies, and surgical removal of skin lesions.