Diego Ruiz Dasilva, MD, FAAD

Board-Certified Dermatologist

4.9 /5

263 reviews

Diego Ruiz Dasilva, MD, FAAD

Dr. Diego Ruiz Dasilva is an Ivy-League trained, board-certified dermatologist practicing in Virginia Beach and Hampton, Virginia. He was born in Brazil and raised in South Florida where he attended the University of Miami for his undergraduate degree and was inducted into the Phi Beta Kappa Honor Society and the Mortar Board National College Senior Honor Society. He graduated summa cum laude with degrees in Art History, Biology, and Chemistry. Dr. Dasilva was then granted a full scholarship to attend the prestigious Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania. He subsequently completed his internship and Dermatology Residency at the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania, the top-ranked dermatology residency program in the country. He received rigorous training in adult and pediatric dermatology at some of the nation’s best hospitals with world-renowned experts in dermatology which allowed him to develop an expertise in chronic pruritus, psychodermatology/dysesthesia, skin of color, skin cancer, nail surgery, and cosmetics.

Dr. Dasilva has authored several scientific papers in prestigious publications such as the Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology, Dermatopathology, and the Dermatology Online Journal.

Dr. Dasilva specializes in both pediatric and adult dermatology, practicing medical, surgical, and cosmetic dermatology. In his free time, he enjoys playing/watching basketball, exercising, wine tasting, traveling, and spending time with his wife, young son, and daughter. He’s thrilled to become a part of this beautiful community.

Dr. Dasilva is fluent in English, Portuguese, and Spanish.

Hampton

2206 Executive Dr.
Suite F

Hampton, Virginia 23666

Tel:(757) 825-1440

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Virginia Beach

1157 First Colonial Rd.
Suite 300

Virginia Beach, Virginia 23454

Tel:(757) 333-8001

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Virginia Beach

5249 Providence Rd.

Virginia Beach, Virginia 23464

Tel:(757) 467-3900

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I believe in treating my patients the way I treat my family or close friends. I give them respect, attention, and a personalized approach. I don’t offer treatments or counsel that I wouldn’t give to those I care about most. I strongly believe that patients should have access to their dermatologist on an urgent basis and not be forced to wait weeks or months when they have an active issue.

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Google • Forefront Dermatology

I felt rushed as a new patient and had to return to pickup aquaphor to use on area cut for biopsy instead of neosporin. Hope things improve for me moving forward.

Google • Forefront Dermatology

Dr. Diego da Silva, I want to tell you that I have no words to express my gratitude for everything you do for us. Thank you for making sure everything goes well in my situation and also for the people around you. God bless your kind heart, and thank you for helping us. I hope all doctors have that great vocation for helping people like you, because others need it.

Google • Forefront Dermatology

All the Doctors are very professional. Highly recommend.

Google • Forefront Dermatology

Great dr, professional and knowledgeable. Go there!

Google • Forefront Dermatology

Do not recommend. Very poor business practice. Leaves the office early with no explanation to staff while he still has patients scheduled that day who have waited months to get an appointment. Rescheduled twice only to show up the third time to find out he wasn’t there, but that a nurse would see me so they could bill my insurance and charge me a copay without providing care? Fraudulent and unethical. Wendy and Leilani have been contacted and a formal complaint is being filed through them along with the Virginia Board of Dermatology and American Board of Dermatology

Google • Forefront Dermatology

This office and staff is awesome. The Dr's are are amazing.

Google • Forefront Dermatology

I’m so grateful for Dr. DaSilva. He’s one of those rare doctors who truly listens, takes his time, and makes you feel cared for as a person, not just a patient. He explains everything clearly and never rushes through appointments. I’ve always felt completely confident in his care — he’s knowledgeable, kind, and genuinely wants the best for his patients. His staff is also wonderful — friendly, organized, and easy to work with. Every visit has been a positive experience, and I honestly can’t imagine going to anyone else for dermatology care. Thank you, Dr. DaSilva, for your compassion and excellent care!

Google • Forefront Dermatology

Dr. Dasilva is easy to work with. Professional and kind. He listened to my concerns and addressed them. Fast and efficient. His team even connected me to a pharmacy in RVA that stocks the medication he recommended. The nurses and the ladies up front are a joy. Please come to Newport News more. 😁

Google • Forefront Dermatology

Doctor Dasilva is the best. I think he does a great job.

Google • Forefront Dermatology

Appointment was excellent and the doctor was courteous and professional.

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Education

Undergraduate Degree:

University of Miami – Coral Gables, FL

Medical School:

University of Pennsylvania Perelman School of Medicine – Philadelphia, PA

Dermatology Residency:

Hospital of The University of Pennsylvania – Philadelphia, PA

Certificates

American Board of Dermatology

Professional Memberships

American Academy of Dermatology
American Society of Dermatologic Surgery
American Medical Association

Achievements

University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine Center of Excellence for Diversity in Health Education and Research Preceptorship Grant
Summa Cum Laude, University of Miami
Top Scholar in Cell Biology and Physiology, Duke University SMDEP

Publications

Jariwala N, Dasilva D, Sobanko J, Rubin A. Modified Distal Digital Block for Nail Unit Surgery. Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology. 2021.

Berna R, Dasilva D, Xiaowei Xu G, Baumrin E. Methotrexate-induced cutaneous ulceration in a patient with rheumatoid arthritis. Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology Case Reports. 2021; 13: 130-3.

Dasilva DR, Gaddis KJ, Hess S, Rubin AI. Nail Unit Glomus Tumor With Myxoid and Symplastic Change Presenting With Longitudinal Erythronychia. Dermatopathology. 2018; 5(2): 74-78.

Da Silva D, Roth RR, Simpson CL. Teledermatology Leading to Diagnosis of Reed Syndrome In An Underserved Clinic. ‎Dermatol. Online J. 2018; 24(4).

Da Silva D, Patel B, Werth VP. Dermatomyositis: A Diagnostic Dilemma. Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology. 2018; 79(2): 371-373.

Sobanko JF, Da Silva D, Chiesa Fuxench ZC, Modi B, Shin TM, Etzkorn JR, Samimi SS, Wanat KA, Miller CJ. Preoperative telephone consultation does not decrease patient anxiety before Mohs micrographic surgery. Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology. 2017; 76(3): 519–526.

*Age Restriction

For patients scheduling who are under 18 years of age (19 in Alabama) please make sure you have permission from your parent or legal guardian to schedule this appointment. Your parent or legal guardian must accompany you on your initial visit and on certain subsequent visits to provide appropriate informed consent.