Board certified pediatric dermatologists at Riley Children’s Health provide high-quality care and the latest treatments for common dermatological conditions, such as eczema and acne, and more complex disorders of the skin. Through expert diagnosis and interventions, our goal is to improve quality of life for children with skin disease. DERMATOLOGY
RESEARCH HIGHLIGHTS
NOTABLE PUBLICATIONS
■ National study to define diagnostic criteria for hemangiomas associated with LUMBAR syndrome ■ Study investigating the clinical features and genetic mutations associated with vascular overgrowth syndromes ■ Comprehensive review article describing dental anomalies in congenital ichthyoses ■ National study focused on the long-term sequelae of PHACE syndrome ■ Research aimed at understanding hemangiomas that experience aggressive ulceration
The Journal of Pediatrics: September 2024
Dephi consensus on diagnostic criteria for LUMBAR syndrome Pediatric Dermatology: March-April 2025 Case report and literature review of dental abnormalities in congenital ichthyoses
Specialized programs
Advanced technologies and procedures Pulsed-dye and Nd:YAG laser treatments Specialized surgical procedures targeting birthmarks, port wine stains and other vascular tumors and malformations.
TOP DISTINCTIONS
Hemangioma Program Specialized experts at Riley Children’s evaluate and treat children with infantile hemangiomas; offer the latest therapeutic options and participate in international clinical studies. Vascular Lesions Program We provide skilled multidisciplinary care for children with complex vascular tumors and malformations, including: ■ Congenital hemangiomas ■ Infantile hemangiomas ■ Kaposiform
■ Nationally recognized experts in vascular anomalies with a dedicated multidisciplinary program that provides leading- edge care for children with vascular birthmarks ■ Only pediatric dermatologists in Indiana who are current or past leaders of the Birthmarks Research Group of the Pediatric Dermatology Research Alliance and the Hemangioma Investigator Group ■ Expertise using newly approved biologic medicines for eczema, psoriasis and other inflammatory skin diseases
Professional organization affiliations PRESIDENT Society of Pediatric Dermatology Anita N. Haggstrom, MD, FAAD MEMBER Pediatric Dermatology Research Alliance Anita N. Haggstrom, MD, FAAD
Approximate number of children served by our dermatology program each year:
Anshika Kaushik, MD Jenna Streicher, MD Elham Zayed, MD MEMBER
400 with vascular anomalies
Hemangioma Investigator Group Anita N. Haggstrom, MD, FAAD
hemangioendothelioma ■ Venous malformation ■ Lymphatic malformation ■ Other complex vascular syndromes ■ Sturge-Weber syndrome
150 inpatient consults
We offer unique access to a coordinated care model with specialists from dermatology, hematology/oncology, interventional radiology, otolaryngology, plastic surgery and physical therapy.
12,000+ outpatient visits
DIVISION CHIEF Anita N. Haggstrom, MD, FAAD Professor of Dermatology and Pediatrics, IU School of Medicine > Connect with Dr. Haggstrom on Doximity.
4 board certified physicians
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Our Vascular Lesions Program is a referral destination for patients in Indiana and the Midwest.
Annual Report 2024 – 2025
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