PAMF Pediatric Dermatology Services

When a skin, hair or nail condition interferes with your child’s daily life, you naturally seek out a caring doctor who can help. Pediatric dermatologists at Palo Alto Medical Foundation provide sensitive, individualized care for infants, children and teenagers with skin-related disorders.

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Individualized Skin Care

It’s difficult to watch your child struggle physically and emotionally with a skin-related disorder. In the Sutter Health network, pediatric dermatologists offer comprehensive diagnostic, treatment and management services for common and complex skin conditions in children and teens.

Pediatric dermatologists understand that children have unique medical needs that change as they grow and mature. Doctors work in collaboration with your child’s pediatrician and any disease-specific pediatric specialists needed to address your child’s specific condition.

We treat acne, hair and nail disorders, skin infections, rashes, eczema and psoriasis with a combination of topical and oral medications, plus minimally invasive surgical procedures. We also offer laser therapy and light therapy for pigmentation disorders and vascular birthmarks, such as port wine stains and hemangiomas.

Across the Sutter Health network, dermatologists are certified by the American Board of Dermatology and regularly receive patient choice awards for outstanding care. Many doctors are members of the American Academy of Dermatology and the Society for Pediatric Dermatology.

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When to Visit a Dermatologist

Not sure what to do about your child’s rash or acne? Consult our list of guidelines to determine when it’s time to see a dermatologist.

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Skin Diseases Research

Skin disease research can cover a broad range of conditions from acne to wrinkles. The skin is the largest organ in the body and many conditions can irritate, clog, or inflame your skin and can cause symptoms such as redness, swelling, burning, and itching. Allergies, irritants, your genetic makeup, and certain diseases can cause dermatitis, hives, and other skin conditions. Many skin problems, such as acne, also affect your appearance. Your skin can also develop several kinds of cancers.

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