Allison Zarbo | Source | Board Certified Pediatric Dermatologist at Henry Ford Health

Dr. Allison Zarbo is a board-certified pediatric dermatologist. Dr. Zarbo enjoys interacting with infants, children and adolescents, which explains the finger puppets and games typically found in her white coat. She believes her relationships with her patients and their families are key to pursuing optimal treatment. For those who are more comfortable communicating in Spanish, Dr. Zarbo speaks the language with advanced proficiency. Dr. Zarbo works closely with the Vascular Anomalies Team, which combines the expertise of pediatric plastic surgery, interventional radiology, hematology/oncology, and pediatric dermatology to create personalized plans for patients with vascular lesions. She also participates in Eczema Clinic, which combines the expertise of allergists and pediatric dermatologists to help children with severe eczema. Teaching and education of both medical trainees and her patients and their families continue to be her passions.

Research Interests:
Dr. Zarbo’s areas of interest in pediatric dermatology include: birthmarks, vascular lesions (including infantile hemangiomas), genetic syndromes, rheumatologic disorders with skin manifestations (including lupus, dermatomyositis), diaper rashes, skin of color, psoriasis, eczema (atopic dermatitis), skin infections, and oncodermatology (skin manifestations secondary to anti-cancer treatments).