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
■ 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
Specialized programs
TOP DISTINCTIONS
NEW IN 2026 Dermatology-Oncology Program Riley dermatologists provide specialized care for children undergoing cancer-related therapies, including surveillance of patients at high risk for developing skin cancers due to immunosuppression. 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.
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 hemangioendothelioma ■ Venous malformation ■ Lymphatic malformation ■ Other complex vascular syndromes ■ Sturge-Weber syndrome We offer unique access to a coordinated care model with specialists from dermatology, hematology/oncology, interventional radiology, otolaryngology, plastic surgery and physical therapy.
■ 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 > Anshika Kaushik, MD, FAAD > Jenna Streicher, MD, FAAD > Elham Zayed, MD MEMBER Hemangioma Investigator Group > Anita N. Haggstrom, MD, FAAD
Approximate number of children served by our dermatology program each year:
400 with vascular anomalies
NOTABLE PUBLICATIONS
Cureus: September 2025 Unseen impacts: Rural adolescents’ self-perception and mental health in the age of dermatology-related social media European Journal of Paediatric Neurology: February 2026 Multi-center study of long-term evolution of neuroimaging findings in PHACE syndrome
150 inpatient consults
DIVISION CHIEF Anita N. Haggstrom, MD, FAAD Professor of Dermatology and Pediatrics, IU School of Medicine > Connect with Dr. Haggstrom on Doximity.
Our Vascular Lesions Program is a referral destination for patients in Indiana and the Midwest.
12,000+ outpatient visits
4 board certified physicians
See full team member list >
Refer a patient online
T 317.944.7744
Made with FlippingBook flipbook maker