Analysis reveals higher proportional focus on skin of color in pediatric dermatology literature, suggesting important advances in diversity.
Recent initiatives have aimed to improve representation of skin of color (SOC) in dermatology texts, but studies assessing SOC representation in peer‐reviewed dermatology publications are adult focused. This study analyzes pediatric representation in SOC dermatologic literature from 2013 to 2023, revealing that although pediatric dermatology comprises a smaller share of the overall literature, it consistently demonstrates a higher proportional focus on SOC topics compared to adult dermatology. This sustained commitment underscores pediatric dermatology's leadership in advancing diversity and sets an important precedent for the field.
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