Overview

Imagine an itch so intense you have to wear mittens to keep from scratching and hurting yourself. Think about a baby born with a disfiguring birthmark and the emotional toll that takes on the parent. Picture yourself in a doctor’s office and learning that your child has a life-threatening tumor.

Here at the Division of Pediatric and Adolescent Dermatology of Rady Children’s Specialists of San Diego, these are the children and families we care for. Our patients have a wide range of dermatological conditions, including eczema, acne and other inflammatory skin disorders; severe and deforming birthmarks; disfiguring scars; and skin cancer.

Through providing the latest medical and surgical therapies, using state-of-the-art technology, and conducting research on the most promising therapies, we strive to help our young patients put their best face forward.

Division Achievements:

• Has been instrumental in developing the first detailed, evidence-based clinical guidelines for the diagnosis and treatment of pediatric acne.
• Established the first comprehensive Eczema and Inflammatory Skin Disease center for treating eczematous dermatitis, psoriasis and other inflammatory skin conditions.
• Launched the Vascular Lesion and Birthmark Center to treat deforming skin lesions, including hemangiomas, using advanced technology and cutting-edge treatments.
• Launched the Multidisciplinary Atopic Dermatitis Program clinic to help patients and families with severe/difficult-to-manage eczema AND allergic rhinitis, food allergies or asthma who may benefit from comprehensive evaluation, therapy and education.
• Is among the most active pediatric dermatology program in the country in conducting clinical trials.
• Received the American Academy of Dermatology Gold Triangle Award for excellence in public health education.

Video: Learn about our renowned Dermatology program from Dr. Lawrence Eichenfield

In the News

• Multidisciplinary Atopic Dermatitis Program Utilization Results in Disease Improvement, HCP Live, features Lawrence Eichenfield, M.D.
• Dr. Lawrence F. Eichenfield Describes the Differences Between Treating Adult vs Pediatric Patients With AD  AJMC, features Lawrence Eichenfield, M.D.
• 9 Smart Ways to Protect Your Child’s Skin, Parents magazine, features Susan Boiko, M.D.
• This Is Eczema on Air Pollution, healthcental.com, features Lawrence Eichenfield, M.D.
• Answers to All Your Burning Questions About Sunscreen, nytimes.com, features Lawrence Eichenfield, M.D.
• Multidisciplinary Approach Touted for Atopic Dermatitis, Medscape, features Lawrence Eichenfield, M.D.
• Dr. Lawrence F. Eichenfield Previews Revolutionary Developments in Atopic Dermatitis, American Journal of Managed Care, features Lawrence Eichenfield, M.D.
• Expert Spotlights Recent Advances in the Medical Treatment of Acne, MDedge, features Lawrence Eichenfield, M.D.
• Verrica Pharmaceuticals Announces Dr. Lawrence Eichenfield Joins Board of Directors, Global News Wire, features Lawrence Eichenfield, M.D.
• AAD and Me: The Volunteer Life: Reflections, Aspire, by Susan Boiko, M.D.
• Shielding Kids From the Sun Isn’t Just About Sunscreen, nytimes.com, features Lawrence Eichenfield, M.D.
• Laser Surgery Helps Children with Burn Injuries, cbs8.com, features Lawrence Eichenfield, M.D.
• Rady Children’s Expert Comments on Treating Molluscum Contagiosum Infection, Medpage Today, features Lawrence Eichenfield, M.D.
• Study Demonstrates Positive Results for Psoriasis Patients Treating with the Clarify Home Light Therapy System, Business Wire, features Lawrence Eichenfield, M.D.
• Molluscum Contagiosum: Positive Results for Phase 3 Trials of Investigational Drug, Medical Health News, features Lawrence Eichenfield, M.D.
• Simultaneous Educational Program, Electronic Tool Use Improves Acne Care, Healio, features Jenna Borok, M.A.S.
• MatriSys Bioscience Announces Additions to our Scientific Advisory Board, EIN News, features Lawrence Eichenfield, M.D. (press release)
• Pediatric Psoriasis Guidelines, Dermatology Times, features Lawrence Eichenfield, M.D.
• Psoriasis Tied to Higher Risk of Serious Liver Disease, Reuters, features Lawrence Eichenfield, M.D.
• Smartphone Pics May Be Sharp Enough for Dermatology Diagnosis, Reuters, features Lawrence Eichenfield, M.D.
• Crisaborole Safe for Long-Term Treatment of Atopic Dermatitis, Monthly Prescribing Reference, features Lawrence Eichenfield, M.D.
• Psoriasis Patients Face Increased Risk of Heart Attacks and Death, Reuters, features Lawrence Eichenfield, M.D.
• Five Recent Developments in Psoriasis, Healio, features Lawrence Eichenfield, M.D.
• Screening Guideline for Pediatric Psoriasis Comorbidities Recommended, Healio, features Lawrence Eichenfield, M.D.
• Eichenfield to Chair Novan Dermatology Advisory Council, Healio, features Lawrence Eichenfield, M.D.
• New Guideline Primes San Diego Pediatricians for Peanuts, The San Diego Union-Tribune, features Lawrence Eichenfield, M.D., and Michael Welch, M.D.
• The Benefits of Crisaborole for the Quality of Life of Patients with Atopic Dermatitis and Their Caregivers, AJMC.com, features Lawrence Eichenfield, M.D.
• Novan to Present Phase 2b Results with SB204 at 7^th Annual Meeting of AAD, PharmiWeb, features Lawrence Eichenfield, M.D.
• Melatonin Might Help Sleepless Kids with Eczema, Web MD, features Lawrence Eichenfield, M.D
• Rosacea Caused Half by Nature, Half by Lifestyle, U.S. News & World Report, features Lawrence Eichenfield, M.D.
• Head Lice Are Getting Tougher to Treat, The San Diego Union-Tribune, features Lawrence Eichenfield, M.D.
• FDA Advisory Committee: Severe Need for Pediatric Studies in AD, Infectious Diseases in Children, features Lawrence Eichenfield, M.D. 
• FDA Committee Agrees on Need for Pediatric Studies on Atopic Dermatitis, Healio, features Lawrence Eichenfield, M.D. 
• Kids are Getting Acne Younger than Ever, Doctors Say, USA Today, features Lawrence Eichenfield, M.D.