Paediatric Dermatology | KK Women's and Children's Hospital

Skin conditions are very common in children and adolescents. Atopic dermatitis or eczema affects up to 20% of school-going children. Other common skin conditions in children and teenagers include viral warts, molluscum, acne (pimples), moles and psoriasis. Other less common but important paediatric skin problems include vascular birth marks (e.g. haemangiomas, port-wine stains) and genodermatoses (genetic skin disorders). Apart from skin conditions, our paediatric dermatologists also diagnose and treat problems related to hair and nails e.g. hair loss and nail infections.

Our paediatric dermatology service provides a wide range of investigations and treatments for skin conditions including skin scrapings (for fungal and scabies infection), cryotherapy (for warts and molluscum), skin biopsies, electrocautery (for warts, molluscum and some birthmarks) and laser surgery.

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Consultant

Dr Leow Syen Yee MMed Paed (Spore), MRCPCH (UK), MD (Malaysia)

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Dr Pamela Ng MBBS (Spore), MMed (Paed) (Spore), MRCPCH (Paed) (RCPCH, UK)

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Research

Patient Care Gene detectives: KKH diagnostic programme uncovers rare disorders, helps over 300 families find answers Approximately 80 per cent of rare diseases are estimated to have a genetic origin. 15 Sep 2024 | The Straits Times, Special Delivery

Patient Care Facial scanning could be key to diagnosing rare diseases Cliniface, a 3D facial analysis software, can help identify markers that humans may not be able to spot, said KKH genetics service senior consultant, Dr Saumya Jamuar. 31 Jul 2023 | The Straits Times, Special Delivery

Patient Care Detecting ‘leftover’ cells to predict cancer relapse risks This method uses a small blood sample to isolate and analyse circulating cancer cells for the presence of genes which may determine the likelihood of cancer spread and relapse. 17 Jan 2023 | Special Delivery

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Education

Education Rain or shine, here’s the secret to keeping your kid healthy and alert in class: Water KKH dermatologist and dietitian share about the importance of hydration and sun protection in children, particularly during periods of hotter weather. 22 Apr 2024 | The Straits Times, Special Delivery

Education When sex is painful: Why you should get a sexual health check-up before trying for a Dragon baby When sex is painful: Why you should get a sexual health check-up 06 Apr 2024

Education KKH Opens Regional Fellowships for Training in Childhood Cancers KKH Opens Regional Fellowships for Training in Childhood Cancers 23 Oct 2020 | Special Delivery

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News

Announcements New Singapore Study to Assess Growing Prevalence and Impact of Food Allergies Landmark four-year joint study led by NUH and NUS Medicine, in collaboration with KKH, NUP and SSHSPH, is the first and largest to involve over 2,000 children in addressing food allergies

26 Jun 2025 Read Story

Announcements KKH unveils new mental wellness framework to boost community support for youth mental health KK Women’s and Children’s Hospital (KKH) today launched the community-based Youth Connect Psychological Interventions framework, in partnership with Temasek Foundation. Developed by clinical psychologists from KKH and James Cook University, Singapore (JCU), in collaboration with school counsellors and youth social service agencies , the framework aims to empower community groups to support adolescents, aged 10 to 19 years, experiencing mild to mild-moderate mental health concerns.

20 Jun 2025 Read Story

Announcements KKH launches Singapore’s first PlagioCentre to treat flat head syndrome in infants KK Women’s and Children’s Hospital (KKH) has launched Singapore’s first dedicated PlagioCentre, a specialised clinic for the assessment and treatment of plagiocephaly and brachycephaly, conditions also known as flat head syndrome. It is also the first public hospital in Singapore to offer 3D-printed helmets as part of its treatment options.

03 Jun 2025 Read Story

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