Pediatric Dermatology

Children have specialized skin care needs that require a trained eye to diagnose and effectively treat their symptoms. The hormonal fluctuations and rapid developmental changes that children experience are not necessarily a factor while treating adults. Dr. Jody Levine specializes in pediatric dermatology in New York, and she is attuned to the nuances of a wide array of children’s skin conditions as well as the medical, surgical, and laser treatments available to address each patient’s individual concern. In addition to her pediatric dermatology education, training, and keen diagnostic skills, Dr. Jody is a mother of four. Young patients often experience social and personal concerns associated with their skin, especially for conditions that affect their physical appearance. Dr. Jody Levine creates a caring and nurturing environment to support both the emotional and physical health of all her patients. Schedule an appointment online or read more about our medical, surgical, and laser treatments to learn how pediatric dermatology in New York can ensure a healthy and successful outcome for you and your child.

A child’s skin is continually growing and changing.  Young skin is sensitive, susceptible to infection, and subject to frequent developmental changes and hormonal fluctuations.  As a result, there are a wide variety of dermatologic disorders that can affect your child’s skin.  Common conditions like dermatitis and allergic rashes can make life uncomfortable for infants (and their parents!).  Chronic acne can create emotional turmoil for a teenager.  Parents may worry whether skin lesions and moles might indicate skin cancer.  Vascular birthmarks, like hemangiomas and port wine stains, may present cosmetic – and in certain cases, medical – concerns.  And, for some children, certain skin conditions may be the first sign of an underlying genetic disorder or other serious issue. 

Many pediatric dermatologic conditions can be treated with topical or oral medications.  In some cases, medical treatment may be combined with surgical or laser intervention for the best results.  One of New York’s leading pediatric dermatologists, Dr. Jody Levine is an expert in diagnosing and treating the full range of children’s skin disorders.  At Plastic Surgery & Dermatology of NYC, parents can rest assured that their children will have access to the most extensive and sophisticated medical expertise, leading-edge technology, and the most advanced treatment options available.

At Plastic Surgery & Dermatology of NYC, we understand that children have specialized skin care needs.  The young, sensitive skin of a child is prone to a wide array of dermatologic concerns, ranging from common conditions such as dermatitis and acne to complex genetic disorders.  Diagnosis of pediatric dermatologic conditions can be challenging, and treatment must be tailored not only to the particular physical needs of children, but also to their special emotional and social concerns as well.  Board certified as both a pediatrician and a dermatologist, Dr. Jody Levine is one of New York’s leading experts in the diagnosis and treatment of pediatric skin disorders. 

Skincare By Age

A child’s skin is subject to many developmental changes and hormonal fluctuations that don’t affect adult skin.  Certain skin conditions may present differently in children than in adults, making diagnosis tricky for general dermatologists who are not attuned to the nuances of children’s skin.  At the same time, pediatricians may lack the specialized dermatologic knowledge needed to diagnose and treat anything but the most simple pediatric skin conditions.  Whether your teen suffers from chronic acne, you’re concerned about your newborn’s vascular birthmark, or you want to determine whether your first-grader’s skin condition indicates a more serious underlying problem, you need a specialist with the expertise to meet the unique skin care needs of young patients.   

A Child-Focused Approach

At Plastic Surgery & Dermatology of NYC, pediatric dermatology is one of our specialties.  Our combined expertise in both pediatrics and dermatology allows us to offer the most advanced, comprehensive dermatologic care for children of all ages, from newborns and toddlers through teens and young adults.  With keen diagnostic skills and a sensitivity to the physical and emotional needs of children that is borne from being both a pediatric dermatologist and a mother of four, Dr. Jody Levine offers the most sophisticated and innovative medical, laser, and surgical treatment options, specifically tailored to the skin care needs of pediatric patients. 

But, our approach goes beyond just offering the highest quality medical care.  We understand that, for young children, a doctor’s visit can be frightening and overwhelming.  We recognize that many teens are very sensitive about their body image and their privacy.  We realize that our young patients have emotional needs and social concerns in addition to their physical complaints.  That’s why we’re dedicated to offering a warm, supportive, and child-friendly atmosphere.  From televisions and toys that keep patients happily occupied to specialized pediatric anesthesia methods, colorful bandages, and lollipop rewards, we’re committed to making your child’s experience as comfortable and stress-free as possible. 

Dual board certified as both a dermatologist and a pediatrician, Dr. Jody Levine is also the mother of four young children.  She not only possesses a keen diagnostic sense, but she can also understand and connect with children at their level.  Dr. Levine and the entire staff at PSD of NYC have worked to create a warm, welcoming atmosphere that caters not only to a child’s medical needs, but to his or her emotional needs as well.  We’re sensitive to the anxiety young children may feel about treatment, or the embarrassment teens may experience about their acne.  An empathetic staff and a child-focused environment can help put children at ease, which not only makes the experience more enjoyable for both child and parent, but may also help make the overall treatment and continuing care more effective.

Conditions We Treat

At Plastic Surgery & Dermatology of NYC, we treat a broad spectrum of pediatric skin care concerns, from common issues such as moles, eczema, and acne to more complex conditions, including vascular birthmarks and hemangiomas.  Our pediatric medical treatments include: 

Comprehensive Treatment.

Plastic Surgery & Dermatology of NYC offers the most advanced treatment options for the full range of pediatric dermatology conditions.   We’re here for you and your child every step of the way, from initial diagnosis and treatment through follow-up and ongoing preventative care.  The conditions we treat include:

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Pediatric Laser Treatments:

Laser Treatments

Medical Treatments

Skin Care Products

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