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All medical dermatology diseases, including acne, rosacea, contact dermatitis, skin discoloration, cellulitis, rashes, HSV, herpes, warts, ulcers, skin lesions, malignant neoplasms of the skin, nail issues, hair loss, skin aging, cold sores, sun damage or actinic keratoses, epidermal cysts, eczema, psoriasis, seborrheic keratosis or benign skin tumors, dandruff or seborrheic dermatitis or cradle cap, folliculitis, hives or urticaria, atopic dermatitis, tinea or tinea versicolor, fungal infections, surgical procedure follow-up, inflammatory skin diseases, parasitic infections, such as scabies or head lice.

University of Cincinnati College of Medicine Cincinnati, OH

• Doctor of Medicine (MD), 2010

Xavier University, Cincinnati, OH

• Bachelor of Science, 2006
• Major in biology and minor in chemistry

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• 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024

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Dr. Allen grew up in Knoxville, TN, and attended the University of Virginia for undergraduate studies in biology. She did a brief foray into culinary school before deciding medicine was the right path for her. She completed both medical school and residency at the University of Michigan. She pursued an extra year of training in pediatric dermatology at UC San Diego, so she is board-certified in adult and pediatric dermatology. After training, she returned to my hometown to enjoy time with her family.

All medical dermatology diseases, including acne, rosacea, contact dermatitis, skin discoloration, cellulitis, rashes, HSV, herpes, warts, ulcers, skin lesions, malignant neoplasms of the skin, nail issues, hair loss, skin aging, cold sores, sun damage or actinic keratoses, epidermal cysts, eczema, psoriasis, seborrheic keratosis or benign skin tumors, dandruff or seborrheic dermatitis or cradle cap, folliculitis, hives or urticaria, atopic dermatitis, tinea or tinea versicolor, fungal infections, surgical procedure follow-up, inflammatory skin diseases, parasitic infections, such as scabies or head lice.

University of California, San Diego, Department of Dermatology, Rady Children’s Hospital, Pediatric Dermatology

• Pediatric Dermatology Fellowship 7/1/2021 to 6/30/2022 Board certified in pediatric dermatology by the American Board of Dermatology as of 11/2022

University of Michigan Department of Dermatology Dermatology Residency

• 7/1/2018 to 6/30/2021 Board certified in dermatology by the American Board of Dermatology as of 6/2021

Beaumont Hospital, Taylor, MI

• Transitional Year PGY1 7/1/2017 to 06/30/2018

University of Michigan Medical School Medical Degree

• 08/2013 to 05/2017
• New England Culinary Institute Certificate in Professional Cooking, High Honors 08/2012 to 07/2013
• The Home Ranch, Clark, CO Full-time paid cooking intern at 5-star dude ranch, 01/2013 to 07/2013

University of Virginia, College of Arts and Sciences, Bachelor of Arts in Biology

• GPA 4.0/4.0 08/2008 to 05/2012
• Lived on Thomas Jefferson’s historic Lawn, 2011-2012.
• One of 50 students selected based on academic and extracurricular excellence and leadership.

Dr. Allen enjoys seeing a variety of skin conditions but is particularly interested in the treatment of vascular birthmarks, acne, and all kinds of rashes. She loves being able to give patients their confidence back by treating their skin.

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Dr. Kara Smolinski is a board-certified dermatologist with special pediatric and adolescent dermatology expertise. She strives to provide the highest quality, personalized care through an integrated approach using the most effective prescription treatments, dietary and lifestyle changes, and optimal skin care practices. Dr. Smolinski received her medical degree (MD) and doctorate (PhD) in molecular and cellular biology from the University of Maryland School of Medicine. She completed a residency in general pediatrics at Texas Children's Hospital, followed by a residency in general dermatology at the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania, and a fellowship in pediatric dermatology at the Children's Hospital of Philadelphia. Dr. Smolinski is board-certified in general pediatrics, general dermatology, and pediatric dermatology. She is currently in private practice in Cincinnati, Ohio. Her prior academic appointments include Clinical Director of the Section of Pediatric Dermatology at the Children's Hospital of Philadelphia and Division Director of the Division of Pediatric Dermatology at Cincinnati Children's Hospital. Dr. Smolinski has an extensive academic record, including numerous publications in academic medical journals, mentorship and training of many medical residents and fellows, and presentation of invited lectures at professional conferences. She is a member of the American Academy of Dermatology, the Society for Pediatric Dermatology, and the American Contact Dermatitis Society. Dr. Smolinski has been recognized by her peers as a Castle Connolly Top Doctor since 2012 and as a Top Doctor by Cincinnati Magazine since 2016. Dr. Smolinski enjoys providing her expertise in all areas of dermatology, but her areas of special interest include acne, eczema, psoriasis, birthmarks, and skin infections. In her free time, her interests include spending time with her children, gardening, and cooking.

All medical dermatology diseases, including acne, rosacea, contact dermatitis, skin discoloration, cellulitis, rashes, HSV, herpes, warts, ulcers, skin lesions, malignant neoplasms of the skin, nail issues, hair loss, skin aging, cold sores, sun damage or actinic keratoses, epidermal cysts, eczema, psoriasis, seborrheic keratosis or benign skin tumors, dandruff or seborrheic derma.

• Fellow, American Academy of Dermatology, Fellow, American Academy of Pediatrics

• 08/2000-06/2003 Resident in Pediatrics, Texas Children's Hospital
• 07/2003-06/2006 Resident in Dermatology, Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania
• 07/2006-06/2007 Clinical Fellow, Pediatric Dermatology, The Children's Hospital of Philadelphia

• 2000-present American Academy of Pediatrics
• 2002-present Society for Pediatric Dermatology
• 2003-present American Academy of Dermatology
• 2006-present American Academy of Pediatrics, Section on Dermatology
• 2013-present Skin Cancer Foundation
• 2013-present National Psoriasis Foundation
• 2013-present American Contact Dermatitis Society

• 2013-2017 Foundation for Ichthyosis and Related Skin Types, Medical and Scientific Advisory Board
• 2014-2017 National Psoriasis Foundation, Medical Advisory Board
• 2014-2016 Council of Pediatric Subspecialties, SPD representative
• 2015-present Scientific Advisory Council, Naevus Global

21+ years

• 2003 American Board of Pediatrics
• 2006 American Board of Dermatology
• 2008 Subspecialty Board in Pediatric Dermatology, American Board of Dermatology
• 2013 American Board of Pediatrics, recertification/MOC 2015
• American Board of Dermatology, recertification/MOC 2015
• Subspecialty Board in Pediatric Dermatology
• American Board of Dermatology, recertification/MOC

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