Demand outstrips supply of US pediatric dermatologists: results from a national survey.

Background: The US pediatric dermatology workforce was last examined in 1986 when limited employment opportunity was found.

Objective: We sought to re-examine pediatric dermatology workforce issues.

Methods: US dermatology chairpersons and residency program directors were surveyed for: (1) agreement with pediatric dermatology workforce statements; and (2) pediatric dermatology faculty and fellow numbers.