Pediatric dermatology is the study and treatment of disorders of the skin in infants, children and adolescents. A pediatric dermatologist is a physician who diagnoses and treats skin diseases in children. A dermatologist is knowledgeable regarding skin cancers, moles, tumors of the skin, and allergic reactions to chemicals or other substances. Pediatric dermatologists also treat internal disorders and diseases that affect the skin, and are qualified to perform standard surgical techniques used in the field of dermatology.
Physicians in this specialty treat patients suffering from numerous diseases and illnesses, but some of the most common are tattoo removal, Acne, blisters / lesions, moles / warts, Melanoma, Skin Cancer, and skin rash.
Once properly diagnosed, practitioners can perform numerous procedures on patients including facial peels and burn care.
Doctor density varies by specialty and location. Washington, D.C. has 1 practicing pediatric dermatologist in Washington.
According to 2005 Census estimates, Washington, D.C. has a population of 550,521. Of this population, 110,240 are under the age of 18 and 66,591 are at or above the age of 65.
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