Pediatric Procedural Dermatology

Pediatric procedural dermatology is a broad and emerging field. Pediatric patients often present with unique diagnoses, and procedures in this population often require special tools. In addition, performing procedures on infants, children, and teenagers requires special considerations, skill sets, and knowledge. This article provides a brief overview of decision-making processes, common diagnoses, and common procedures performed by dermatologists in this patient population.