Dr. Melinda Jen M.D
Dermatologist (Pediatric) | Pediatric Dermatology
263 Farmington Ave # Mc6230 Farmington CT, 06030About
Dr. Melinda Jen is a pediatric dermatologist practicing in Farmington, CT. Dr. Jen 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. Jen diagnoses skin problems and develops unique treatments plans for each individual patient.
Education and Training
Albert Einstein College of Medicine - Yeshiva University 2005
Board Certification
DermatologyAmerican Board of DermatologyABD- Pediatric Dermatology
Provider Details
Treatments
- Acne
- Eczema
- Dermatitis
- Moles
- Warts
- Molluscum Contagiosum
- Birth Defects
- Birthmark
- Contact Dermatitis
- Allergic Reaction
- Scleroderma
- Natural Hormone Balancing
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