The dermatologists at Children’s Hospital New Orleans provide outpatient
evaluation and consultation on all conditions involving the skin, hair,
and nails. Diagnosis and treatment are available for both acute and chronic
conditions. We offer diagnostic procedures including skin biopsies, skin
scrapings for microscopy, and testing for bacterial, fungal, and viral
infection. Our surgical services include outpatient day surgery, electrosurgery,
cryosurgery, and laser therapy. In addition to treating common childhood
skin conditions, we specialize in treating conditions unique to children
including genetic and congenital skin diseases. The dermatology service
provides inpatient consultation for dermatologic needs while patients
are hospitalized.
Highlights of our program
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Kid-friendly dermatologists - The rapid growth that children undergo during the transformation from
infancy to adulthood involves changes in our skin. Knowing the difference
between what is typical and what is abnormal may sometimes be challenging.
Our pediatric dermatologists are here to guide you in providing the healthiest
way to care for and treat your child’s skin. Moles, pigment changes,
intermittent rashes, and other skin growths or blemishes are likely to
appear as children grow and develop. We focus on caring exclusively for
children and adolescents so that you and your child can have an experience
that is both comfortable and informative.
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Narrowband UVB Phototherapy - Phototherapy with narrowband UVB light is the most common form of phototherapy
used to safely treat a variety of chronic skin conditions. The therapy
typically consists of treatments occurring 2-3 times per week for several
months, and sometimes longer depending on the condition and patient’s
response. It is an effective, safe, and painless option for widespread
skin disease.
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Multidisciplinary teams - The pediatric dermatology team collaborates with other Children’s
Hospital New Orleans pediatric specialists for multidisciplinary clinics
including the Vascular Anomalies Clinic and the Skin and Joint Clinic.
In addition, our providers work closely with other pediatric specialists
including hematologists and oncologists, infectious diseases specialists,
plastic surgeons, and more.
Management expertise includes, but is not limited to the following conditions:
The Children’s Hospital Dermatology Department welcomes referrals
from a physician or healthcare provider for a newborn, infant, child,
or adolescent. Referring providers may submit a request for evaluation
through Epic or by calling or faxing a referral to the numbers below.
Scheduling Department Phone: 504.896.2888
Fax: 504.896.2889
