Pediatrics

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CME ACCREDITATION

This CME activity is primarily targeted to pediatricians, osteopathic physicians, pediatric nurse practitioners, and others allied to the field. There are no specific background requirements for participants taking this activity. Learning objectives are found at the beginning of each CME article.

This activity has been planned and implemented in accordance with the Essential Areas and policies of the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education through the joint sponsorship of Vindico Medical Education and Pediatric Annals. Vindico Medical Education is accredited by the ACCME to provide continuing medical education for physicians.

Vindico Medical Education designates this educational activity for a maximum of 3 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

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UNLABELED AND INVESTIGATIONAL USAGE

The audience is advised that this continuing medical education activity may contain references to unlabeled uses of FDA-approved products or to products not approved by the FDA for use in the United States. The faculty members have been made aware of their obligation to disclose such usage.

EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES OVERVIEW

Primary care pediatricians frequently see patients with dermatologic symptoms, ranging from acne to more serious disorders. What’s the best way to treat these conditions? What options should be considered during the course of treatment?

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Use of Isotretinoin for Acne Vulgaris Bradley Merritt, MD; Craig N. Burkhart, MD; and Dean S. Morrell, MD

Molluscum Contagiosum: What’s New and True?

Pediatric Infestations Stephanie A. Diamantis, MD; Dean S. Morrell, MD; and Craig N. Burkhart, MD

Therapies for Pediatric Seborrheic Dermatitis Gabriele B. Poindexter, MD, Craig N. Burkhart, MD; and Dean S. Morrell, MD

Vitiligo: Treatment Approach in Children Arin L. Isenstein, MD; Dean S. Morrell, MD; and Craig N. Burkhart, MD

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