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
Professional organization affiliations COMMITTEE CHAIR, BIRTHMARKS FOCUSED STUDY GROUP Pediatric Dermatology Research Alliance Jenna Streicher, MD STUDIES COMMITTEE MEMBER Pediatric Dermatology Research Alliance ■ Participated in multi-institutional studies regarding infantile hemangiomas complicated by ulceration. ■ Described novel patterns of segmental infantile hemangiomas, which are a subset of infantile hemangiomas associated with the highest risk for complications. ■ Participated in a national study focused on understanding the long-term sequelae of PHACE syndrome. ■ Investigated the clinical features and genetic mutations associated with vascular overgrowth syndromes. ■ Engaged in efforts to use artificial intelligence to identify high-risk infantile hemangiomas.
Program distinctions
Estimated number of children served by our dermatology program each year: 300 with vascular anomalies 150 inpatient consults 6,000+ outpatient visits
DIVISION CHIEF Anita N. Haggstrom, MD, FAAD Professor of Dermatology and Pediatrics, IU School of Medicine > Connect with Dr. Haggstrom on Doximity. >
■ 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 ■ Expertise using newly approved biologic medicines for eczema, psoriasis and other inflammatory skin diseases
2 board certified physicians
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NOTABLE PUBLICATIONS
Pediatric Dermatology: June 2022 Successful Use of Telemedicine for Evaluation of Infantile Hemangiomas During the Early COVID-19 Pandemic:
Anita N. Haggstrom, MD, FAAD EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE MEMBER Society of Pediatric Dermatology Anita N. Haggstrom, MD, FAAD RESEARCH COMMITTEE MEMBER Society of Pediatric Dermatology Jenna Streicher, MD
A Cross-Sectional Study Pediatric Dermatology: September 2022
Specialized programs Vascular Lesions Program
Riley Children’s provides high-quality, multidisciplinary care for patients with complicated vascular tumors and malformations; unique access to a coordinated care model with specialists from dermatology, hematology/oncology, interventional radiology, otolaryngology, plastic surgery and physical therapy. Program provides treatment for children with: ■ Congenital hemangiomas ■ Infantile hemangiomas ■ Kaposiform hemangioendothelioma ■ Venous malformation ■ Lymphatic malformation ■ Other complex vascular syndromes
Development of an Artificial Intelligence Algorithm for the Diagnosis of Infantile Hemangiomas
Our Vascular Lesions Program is a referral destination for patients in Indiana and regionally.
Dermatologists at Riley Children’s perform pulsed-dye laser treatment, a specialized surgical procedure targeting birthmarks, port wine stains and other vascular tumors and malformations.
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Annual Report 2022 – 2023
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