Diego Ruiz Dasilva, MD, FAAD

Board-Certified Dermatologist

4.9 /5

52 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

Dr Dasilva is an AMAZING Dermatologist!! He cares for his patients (at least for me) as though you are his only patient. HE GENUINELY CARES!!!

Google • Forefront Dermatology

Awesome With Patience, People Oriented, Culture For Patients And Satisfaction in Results!

Google • Forefront Dermatology

I Love my Doctor DASILVA. He listens, answers any of my concerns. Everyone in the Office is friendly. Thanks for the Great Service

Google • Forefront Dermatology

I thought doctor Dasilva was great. He listened to me and was very efficient.

Google • Forefront Dermatology

Dr Dasilva provided me with more answers and possible treatments in my first visit, than my PCP had in 2 years. everyone was kind and helpful. if you're looking for a dermatologist in the area I'd suggest looking here first.

Google • Forefront Dermatology

Awesome service!! Dr. DaSilva is amazing!

Google • Forefront Dermatology

Dr Dasilva and staff are very friendly and thorough in their exam and treatment - early treatment saves later cures

Google • Forefront Dermatology

Dr. DaSilva took the time to explain how the chemo ointment worked, what were the next steps to take and what to expect to both my husband and myself. He has a wonderful attitude and is a great educator. Sure hope he stays with Forefront...best Dr. we have met there!

Google • Forefront Dermatology

I found the initial experience both comprehensive, caring, and complete. Even though I initially experienced a bottleneck at the front desk, it was soon resolved and, once I entered the examination room, I found the health care professional and the doctor caring and complete in their examination and treatment approach to alleviating my complaint and treating my condition. I look forward to future appointments and a complete treatment plan for my conditions.

Google • Forefront Dermatology

Dr. Dalia was fantastic. He was kind and Took the time to listen to me, and answer all my questions. The spot on my skin I had for him to look at turned out to be normal, but he found a different pre-cancer spot on my arm and removed it. So glad I went in to see him

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.