Overview
Colleen Cotton, MD, is a pediatric dermatologist and assistant professor who specializes in treating children with skin problems. She sees babies, children and teenagers with all types of skin conditions including acne, birthmarks, moles, eczema, psoriasis, skin infections, genetic skin problems and many others. She is particularly interested in hidradenitis suppurativa as well as blood vessel birthmarks like hemangiomas, port wine stains, and vascular anomalies. Skin problems in children are more than just skin deep, and can be emotionally and psychologically difficult for both parents and patients to deal with. Board-certified in both dermatology and pediatric dermatology, Dr. Cotton is passionate about helping patients feel confident and comfortable in their skin. She enjoys working with families to find treatments and solutions that work for them. Dr. Cotton has written numerous peer-reviewed publications and book chapters and has spoken at several national meetings. She is also an active member of the American Academy of Dermatology, Society for Pediatric Dermatology and the Pediatric Dermatology Research Alliance. She participates in clinical research to improve our understanding of both common and rare pediatric skin diseases. Dr. Cotton grew up in the greater D.C., area and graduated from college at the University of Georgia. She then completed medical school at Washington University in St. Louis in 2013. After finishing her intern year in pediatrics at St. Christopher's Hospital for Children in Philadelphia, she did a year of pediatric dermatology research at the University of California, San Diego. Dr. Cotton then completed a dermatology residency at the University of Arizona, followed by a pediatric dermatology fellowship at the Children's Hospital of Philadelphia. She practiced in South Carolina for three years before joining the team at Children's National Hospital in 2022. Publications ORCiD.
Dr. Cotton is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Vascular Birthmark, Stork Bite, Aplasia Cutis Congenita, and Ectodermal Dysplasias.
Dr. Cotton is board certified in American Board Of Dermatology, 2019 and American Board Of Dermatology, 2020. She is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 38 peer reviewed articles and participating in 2 clinical trials. Dr. Cotton is currently accepting new patients.
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9850 Key West Avenue, Rockville, MD 20850
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Colleen H. Cotton
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Colleen H. Cotton?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Colleen H. Cotton by calling their office at 301-765-5400. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Colleen H. Cotton a top-rated expert for Vascular Birthmark?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Colleen H. Cotton is classified as an Advanced expert for Vascular Birthmark, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.
What conditions does Dr. Colleen H. Cotton specialize in?
While Dr. Colleen H. Cotton is a Pediatrics, they have specific expertise in Vascular Birthmark, Stork Bite, and Aplasia Cutis Congenita. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Pediatrics.
Does Dr. Colleen H. Cotton participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Colleen H. Cotton has published 38 articles and abstracts on conditions like Vascular Birthmark. You can view a list of Dr. Colleen H. Cotton's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Colleen H. Cotton accept my insurance?
Dr. Colleen H. Cotton accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 301-765-5400 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- Vascular BirthmarkDr. Cotton isAdvanced. Learn about Vascular Birthmark.
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- Aplasia Cutis CongenitaDr. Cotton isExperienced. Learn about Aplasia Cutis Congenita.
- Clouston SyndromeDr. Cotton isExperienced. Learn about Clouston Syndrome.
- Ectodermal DysplasiasDr. Cotton isExperienced. Learn about Ectodermal Dysplasias.
- Stork BiteDr. Cotton isExperienced. Learn about Stork Bite.