Dr. Allison Swanson MD
Dermatologist (Pediatric) | Pediatric Dermatology
2401 Gillham Rd Kansas City MO, 64108About
Dr. Allison Swanson is a pediatric dermatologist practicing in Kansas City, MO. Dr. Swanson specializes in the skin care of children. Pediatric dermatologists evaluate and manage both common and uncommon skin conditions that affect infants, children and teens. These conditions include acne, psoriasis, warts, skin infections, atopic dermatitis, herpes simplex and more. Pediatric dermatologists are also experts in more complex skin diseases like impetigo, hidradenitis and milaria. Dr. Swanson diagnoses skin problems and develops unique treatments plans for each individual patient.
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DermatologyAmerican Board of DermatologyABD- Pediatric Dermatology
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