The Pediatric Dermatology Program provides specialized care in the management of neonatal, childhood and adolescent conditions of the skin, scalp, hair, nails, and mucous membranes. Managed disorders will encompass acquired and congenital disorders, including both acute and chronic conditions. Our Program offers individualized expert care for young children and adolescents with the following conditions:
Acne and hidradenitis suppurativa
Alopecia areata and other forms of hair loss
Atopic dermatitis
Birthmarks
Disorders of pigmentation, including vitiligo
Fungal disease
Inherited disorders, including ichthyoses and blistering diseases
Pigmented lesions/moles
Psoriasis
Vascular lesions
Warts and molluscum contagiosum
An adolescent focused clinic at the Department of Dermatology’s main campus in Boston offers comprehensive dermatologic care specific to teenagers (ages 15 and older). The clinic provides a particular focus on adolescent conditions including severe acne, atopic dermatitis, psoriasis and other inflammatory disease of the skin.
