Pediatric Dermatology

The Division of Pediatric Dermatology at Johns Hopkins uses the latest technology to diagnose and treat a vast range of childhood skin conditions. Its faculty also conducts research on the safety and effectiveness of acne medications, cutaneous laser surgery and skin problems caused by infectious disease.

Patients are seen in the David M. Rubenstein Child Health Building.

Our Team

Our Research

Some research interests for our group include:

Infantile hemangiomas
Vascular malformations
Birthmarks
Pediatric mastocytosis
Issues in pediatric ethnic skin
Congenital and acquired moles in children
Sun protection, tanning salons and risk of melanoma
Genodermatoses in children
Blistering disorders in children

For more information on these studies, contact Jennifer Chirico in the Division of Pediatric Dermatology at 410-955-0986.

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