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Kristen P. Hook, MD

Areas of Interest:

Pediatric Dermatology: hemangiomas and vascular malformations, inherited skin disease, epidermolysis bullosa, ichthyosis, neonatal dermatology, common pediatric dermatology (atopic dermatitis, moles, acne, rashes), pediatric dermatologic surgery, laser treatment of birthmarks

Contact

Appointment: 952-241-8139

Biography

Joined Dermatology Specialists:
2019

Care Philosophy:
Our patients educate us daily, and place their trust in us to provide them care.

Undergraduate:
University of Iowa

Medical School:
University of Iowa, College of Medicine

Residency:
University of Minnesota, Department of Pediatrics and Department of Dermatology

Fellowships:
Children’s Memorial Hospital
Northwestern University, Clinical Research, Pediatric Dermatology
Rady Children’s Hospital – University of California, Pediatric Dermatology

Board Certification:
American Board of Dermatology
American Board of Pediatric Dermatology

Professional Memberships:
American Academy of Dermatology
Society for Pediatric Dermatology
Reviewer, Pediatric Dermatology
Pediatric Dermatology Research Alliance
President, Minnesota Dermatological Society 2019
Associate Professor, University of Minnesota Dermatology & Pediatrics
Founding Director, Division of Pediatric Dermatology, University of Minnesota 2010-2019

Professional Recognitions:
MN Monthly Magazine – Top Doctors 2014, 2015, 2016, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024
MN Monthly Magazine – Top Doctors for Women 2015, 2017, 2023
Mpls St Paul Magazine – Rising Stars 2015
Mpls St Paul Magazine – Top Doctors  2019