CHILDREN’S SKIN
Children’s skin, unhurried
Dr. Mei Castellano sees babies, children and teenagers. She talks to the child first.
small skin, big questions
WHO WE SEE
Babies to teenagers
Rashes in children are usually ordinary and usually settle, but they can be worrying to watch. Dr. Castellano sees the common ones every week: eczema, birthmarks, warts, molluscum, cradle cap, sun-sensitive skin and teenage acne.
She explains what she finds in words a child can follow, and gives parents a written plan for home: what to apply, how much, and when to call.
COMMON REASONS
What families come in for
01
Eczema
Dry, itchy patches that flare and settle
02
Birthmarks
Most are harmless; we say which to watch
03
Warts and molluscum
Often best treated gently or left to clear
04
Teenage acne
A plan the teenager agrees with
05
Sun and sunscreen
Simple habits that protect for life
FOR PARENTS
Making the visit easier
Bring any creams you are using, and a photo of the rash if it comes and goes. Tell your child where you are going and that nothing will hurt. We never use needles for a routine rash visit.
FEES
Child consultation (under 16)
$150
Follow-up visit (15 min)
$110
Acne plan review
$120
Most insurance plans for medical visits are accepted. Children’s visits are 30 minutes.