Department of Medicine

Pediatric Dermatology

Excellence in Pediatric Dermatology

At Sheikh Khalifa Medical City (SKMC), we provide exceptional pediatric dermatology care, offering specialized diagnosis and treatment for a wide range of skin conditions in children and adolescents. As the only hospital in Abu Dhabi with a licensed Pediatric Dermatology Consultant, we are committed to delivering expert care tailored to young patients.

Why Choose Us?

The only licensed Pediatric Dermatology Consultant in Abu Dhabi

Comprehensive care for newborns, children, and adolescents

Advanced diagnostic and treatment technology

Multidisciplinary collaboration for complex cases

Hospital-based inpatient, outpatient, and emergency services

Trusted referral center for SEHA and private healthcare providers

Scope of Pediatric Dermatology Services

We specialize in the assessment, diagnosis, and management of a wide range of pediatric skin conditions, including infectious, inflammatory, and autoimmune skin conditions

Skin infections in children (bacterial, viral, fungal, and parasitic infections)
Pediatric and adolescent hair disorders (alopecia, scalp infections, genetic hair conditions)
Sweating disorders (hyperhidrosis, anhidrosis, chromhidrosis)
Nail disorders: onychomycosis, onychomadesis, onycholysis, melanonychia
Pediatric inflammatory skin diseases (eczema, psoriasis, atopic dermatitis)
Childhood autoimmune blistering disorders (pemphigus, bullous pemphigoid)
Urticaria, angioedema, food & airborne allergy diagnostics and management
Psychodermatology services for stress-related skin conditions

Specialized Pediatric Dermatology Services

Wide range of pediatric genetic skin diseases (genodermatoses, epidermolysis bullosa, ichthyosis)
Vascular anomalies in children (hemangiomas, port-wine stains, lymphatic malformations)
Cutaneous neoplasms in childhood (screening and management of benign and malignant skin tumors)
Cutaneous emergencies in childhood (severe allergic reactions, toxic epidermal necrolysis, severe infections)
Adolescent dermatology (acne, pigmentary disorders, hormonal skin changes)
Pediatric dermatologic procedures, including biopsies, cryotherapy, laser treatments, and minor surgical procedures

Services

Service Settings

Our pediatric dermatology care model provides seamless access to outpatient, inpatient, and emergency dermatology services for children aged 0 to 16 years. Our service is recognized across the UAE for its expertise and patient-centered approach.

Outpatient Clinics

Five specialized pediatric dermatology clinics per week

Inpatient Consultations

Comprehensive dermatologic care for hospitalized children

Emergency Services

Immediate response for acute dermatologic conditions

Excellence in Pediatric Dermatology – The SKMC Difference

Leading center for pediatric dermatology care in Abu Dhabi
Expert diagnosis and management of rare and complex pediatric skin diseases
Personalized treatment plans tailored to each child’s unique needs
Cutting-edge procedures, including laser treatments, cryotherapy, and skin biopsies
Holistic approach addressing both medical and psychological aspects of skin conditions
Dedicated pediatric dermatology clinics with specialized services every week
Seamless coordination with pediatric specialists for comprehensive patient care
Commitment to research and innovation in pediatric dermatology