Pediatric Dermatology at Hackensack University Medical Center

Our practice provides specialized dermatological diagnosis and treatment for skin diseases in infants, children, and adolescents. We are New Jersey’s first academic pediatric dermatology program, located at Hackensack University Medical Center.

Board-Certified Pediatric Dermatologists

Our staff consists of fellowship-trained and board-certified pediatric dermatologists who use the latest medications and advanced technology to diagnose and treat pediatric skin diseases and disorders.

Advanced Pediatric Procedures

Our practice is equipped to perform minor surgical procedures and laser therapy for infants, children, and adolescents. Anesthesia is administered when necessary to ensure patient safety and comfort.

• Allergen patch testing
• Outpatient and inpatient dermatologic care
• Management of common skin conditions such as acne, atopic dermatitis (eczema), hair loss, hives, common infections (impetigo, cold sores, ringworm), psoriasis and rashes due to viruses or medications
• Evaluation of birthmarks
• Total body skin examinations
• Consultation services in the emergency department, pediatric inpatient unit, pediatric intensive care unit, and neonatal intensive care unit
• Clinical research
• Treatments:
• Acne surgery
• Treatment or removal of benign viral lesions such as warts and molluscum
• Treatment of infantile hemangiomas (topical or systemic treatments including propranolol)
• Laser treatment of birthmarks
• Corticosteroid injections to treat alopecia areata and keloids
• Skin biopsies, removal of benign growths, suspicious moles, birthmarks and cysts
• Treatment of more severe skin conditions requiring systemic immunosuppressive therapy (severe atopic dermatitis, psoriasis and blistering diseases)