Pediatric Dermatology: A Quick Reference Guide

Pediatric Dermatology: A Quick Reference Guide
5th Ed.
© 2025 American Academy of Pediatrics
Daniel P. Krowchuk, MD, FAAP; Anthony J. Mancini, MD, FAAP, FAAD
ISBN-13: 978-1-61002-777-9
eISBN-13: 978-1-61002-779-3
Pediatrics, Dermatology

Description

The new 5th edition simplifies clinical problem-solving with more than 500 full-color images to aid in the identification of skin conditions as well as appropriate treatment options. Content is organized in bulleted lists to make this an easy-to-use resource for busy clinicians.

New in the 5th edition:

  • New chapters
  •       o Pernio/Chilblains
          o Melanonychia Striata
          o Androgenetic Alopecia
          o Hypertrichosis and Hirsutism
          o Collodion Baby
  • • New section on skin of color
  • • More than 100 new images with improved representation of skin of color

A consistent and easy-to-use chapter structure addresses:

  • • Signs and Symptoms
  • • Look-alike Table with differentiating features
  • • How to Make the Diagnosis
  • • Treatment
  • • Prognosis
  • • When to Worry or Refer
  • • Resources for Families

Content areas include:

  • • Dermatitis
  • • Acne
  • • Skin Infections
  • • Infestations and Bites
  • • Papulosquamous Disease
  • • Vascular Lesions
  • • Disorders of Pigmentation
  • • Lumps and Bumps
  • • Bullous Diseases
  • • Genodermatoses
  • • Hair Disorders
  • • Skin Disorders in Neonates/Infants
  • • Acute Drug/Toxic Reactions
  • • Cutaneous Manifestations of Rheumatologic Diseases
  • • Nutritional Dermatoses
  • • Other Disorders

Doody's Reviews

Doody's Core Titles (DCT)
Specialty Score: 2.1 Health Sciences - Dermatology
Go to Doody's Review page

Quotes, Reviews or Testimonials

"Any primary care professional who sees pediatric patients will find this book invaluable. Although there are many excellent pediatric dermatology books available, few are this accessible, as fast, reliable, and intuitive references."

-- Patricia Wong, MD (Private Practice) Doody's Review - previous edition

Audience

The audience is pediatricians, family practitioners, and dermatology residents.

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