Dermatology
Pediatric Dermatology at Duke Children's Hospital specializes in the care of children with common and rare skin disorders, whether acquired or genetic. Children are typically referred to our program by their pediatrician or primary care physician for consultation, treatment, and long-term management. Our pediatric Dermatology Department is dedicated to helping children and their parents better understand skin ailments and how to treat and cope with them.
Treatments
The pediatric Dermatology Department provides comprehensive, state-of-the-art evaluation and treatment for children with various types of acute and chronic skin disorders. Our services include:
- Consultations and second opinions
- Emergency consultations
- Comprehensive physical examination
- Complete histopathologic diagnostic evaluation
- State-of-the-art medical treatment
- Coordinated long-term management of chronic conditions
Some of the conditions most frequently treated by our Department include:
- Moles
- Birth Marks
- Atopic Dermatitis
- Psoriasis
- Acne
- Genodermatoses
- Cutaneous Infections
- Skin Biopsy
Physicians
| Name | Areas of Special Interest |
|---|---|
| Neil S. Prose, MD | Pediatric dermatology, doctor-patient communication, pediatric dermatology in developing countries |
Clinic Hours and Locations
Duke South-Suite 3K
200 Trent Drive (Duke Clinic)
Durham, NC 27710
Tel: 919-684-3432
Hours:
Thursday Mornings
Monday, Tuesday, Thursday Afternoons
