Diego Ruiz Dasilva, MD, FAAD

Board-Certified Dermatologist

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

525 S Independence Blvd
#215

Virginia Beach, Virginia 23452

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.

- Diego Ruiz Dasilva, MD

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Dr. Dasilva was thorough and professional.

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Dr. Dasilva went out of his way to make sure I was able to get the treatment I needed. Class act all around and I would recommend him to anyone currently searching for a cordial and consummate professional of dermatological patient care.

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Dr Dasilva is a compassionate human being who wears his hat as a physician with humility and integrity! He has the manner as a holistic doctor that is far beyond his years. He takes the time to establish eye contact within minutes of greeting his patients to make them feel safe, comfortable and heard. He continues to really listen and communicate his knowledge in layman terms that his patients can readily understand. He forms a plan with solutions that he shares with the patient & “ gets to work” ! He and his assistant communicate with quick, quiet efficiency and complete the tasks at hand with follow up and expectations for home care & future care. In all of my visits , Dr Dasilva’s have resulted in supreme,supportive care and healing He receives my highest recommendation!

Google • Forefront Dermatology

I love your new office! 🦚 It means a lot to experience a kind, happy and helpful staff. As always, Dr Dasilva shows great care and took time to answer some questions I had. Oh my goodness I didn't know about reverse freakles .😊Happy to know I have healthly skin! Best wishes to Forefront Dermatology and your new location 🌹

Google • Forefront Dermatology

Diego is amazing. I have never had a dermotlogist who is more knowledgeable or understanding. I refer all my friends to him.

Google • Forefront Dermatology

Amazing experience. Better than expected!! Dr. Dasliva was very nice and efficient!!

Google • Forefront Dermatology

I love dr DiSilva. last visit was unusually fast. I thought he was coming back but didn’t!

Google • Forefront Dermatology

I became so familiar with mediocre dermatologists that I thought this specialty had not advanced beyond acne treatments until I met with this doctor and never been happier to have been proven wrong. He has achieved a level of excellence and expertise that I have longed to find for years. Thank you!!

Google • Forefront Dermatology

Doctor Dasilva and the team are friendly and professional.

Google • Forefront Dermatology

Dr. Dasilva was very professional, kind, and caring. He performed a thorough exam, taking his time to address my concerns.

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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 and Nebraska) 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.