Pediatric Dermatology
Pediatric Dermatology specializes in the care of children with skin disorders, whether they are mild or severe, acquired or genetic. This includes hair and nail treatments, as well.
Typical procedures performed include
- skin biopsies and small excisions
- laser treatment of vascular lesions
- wart treatment
- hair and nail diagnoses
- laser treatments
- excisions
Pediatric Dermatology provides comprehensive and sophisticated dermatologic care for children and adolescents. They are specifically trained in dermatology as well as pediatrics, and have specific knowledge of the needs of children's skin.
They work closely with other specialists at St. Louis Children's Hospital, including immunologists, rheumatologists, allergists, geneticists, surgeons and plastic surgeons.
The physicians are able to offer a wide range of therapeutic options in the office, such as skin biopsy, treatment of warts, small excisions of lesions and others. They have close access to light therapy for the treatment of psoriasis, vitiligo, and eczema.
Pediatric Dermatology is dedicated to helping children and their parents better understand skin ailments and how to treat and cope with them.
Location
St. Louis Children's Hospital
Contact information
(314) 454-2714
(314) 454-4232 - fax
Our Staff
Clinical Director
Susan J. Bayliss, M.D.
Clinical Nurse Specialist
Patricia Crader, R.N.
