Pediatric Dermatology

Coastal Medical & Cosmetic Dermatology Our Services Pediatric Dermatology

Coastal Medical & Cosmetic Dermatology

Medical & Cosmetic Dermatology located in La Jolla, CA

At Coastal Medical and Cosmetic Dermatology in La Jolla, we are excited to offer specialized Pediatric Dermatology services, led by our experienced provider, Dr. Joyce Cheng. Dr. Cheng has a deep passion and extensive training in pediatric dermatology, making her uniquely qualified to care for the skin health of infants, children, and adolescents.

What is Pediatric Dermatology?

Pediatric Dermatology is a specialized branch of medicine focusing on diagnosing and treating skin, hair, and nail conditions in young patients. Children have different dermatological needs than adults, and our pediatric dermatologists are specially trained to address these unique challenges.

Key Services We Offer:

  • Diagnosis and Treatment of Skin Conditions: We treat a wide range of pediatric skin conditions, including eczema, psoriasis, acne, birthmarks, warts, and skin infections. Our team is skilled in recognizing how these conditions may present differently in children compared to adults.
  • Management of Chronic Skin Diseases: For chronic conditions like eczema and psoriasis, we develop personalized, long-term treatment plans that may include medications, lifestyle changes, and skincare routines tailored to each child's needs.
  • Surgical Procedures: We perform minor surgical procedures, such as removing moles, cysts, or warts, with a focus on minimizing discomfort and scarring for our young patients.
  • Education and Support: Educating families on managing their child’s skin condition is a critical part of our care. We provide guidance on skincare routines, medication administration, and lifestyle adjustments, along with emotional support for both the child and their family.
  • Collaboration with Specialists: Our pediatric dermatologists work closely with pediatricians, allergists, and immunologists to ensure comprehensive care for your child, addressing any underlying health issues that may contribute to skin conditions.

Why Choose Coastal Medical and Cosmetic Dermatology for Pediatric Dermatology?

Children are not just small adults; they require specialized care tailored to their unique needs. Our pediatric dermatologists understand these differences and are committed to providing the most effective and compassionate care. We strive to create a child-friendly environment that reduces anxiety and ensures a smooth treatment process for both the child and their family.

Dr. Joyce Cheng is known for her warm bedside manner and looks forward to working closely with your family to help achieve all your healthy skin goals. Our office is conveniently located in La Jolla between the 805 and 5 freeway, making us easily accessible to all of San Diego and its surrounding communities.

Contact Us

To schedule an appointment for your little one, please call or book online today. We look forward to providing your family with the highest standard of pediatric dermatological care.

Joyce Cheng, MD, FAAD

Dr. Joyce Cheng, MD, FAAD

Joyce Cheng, MD is a board-certified dermatologist committed to providing comprehensive and compassionate care to patients of all ages in the San Diego area. Dr. Cheng has extensive knowledge in the most up to date dermatologic science to help treat and optimize the health of her patients’ skin.

Dr. Cheng offers a complete menu of dermatologic services at Coastal Medical and Cosmetic Dermatology, a leading medical and cosmetic dermatology practice with a convenient location in San Diego, La Jolla, California.

A native of San Diego, Dr. Joyce Cheng received her bachelor’s degree in Molecular Biophysics and Biochemistry at Yale University where she graduated magna cum laude. She subsequently stayed on at the Yale School of Medicine to earn her medical degree and master’s degree in clinical research. After completing her medical school training at Yale, Dr. Cheng went on to complete her medical internship, clinical research fellowship, and dermatology residency at the University of California, San Diego.

Dr. Joyce Cheng has had an impressive academic record serving as an investigator on numerous clinical and translational trials of novel therapeutics for cutaneous conditions. She has also presented at numerous national research conferences and has published research in Journal of Investigative Dermatology, Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology, JAMA Dermatology, JID, JAAD, Science Translational Medicine, and Nature Medicine. Dr. Cheng also serves as a volunteer dermatology faculty at the VA hospital in San Diego treating patients with skin cancer and educating UCSD residents.

Dr. Cheng enjoys working with her patients in a comprehensive manner to achieve their skin health goals. She is known by her patients to have a warm bedside manner. In her free time, Dr. Cheng enjoys the outdoors and exploring all that San Diego has to offer.

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