Dr. Nancy Aria, MD


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Dermatology

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Nancy Aria, MD
2865 Duke Street
Alexandria, Virginia 22314
For an appointment, call (703) 461-7500
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Medical Expertise of Dr. Nancy Aria, MD

Diagnosis and treatment of skin conditions, including acne, eczema, rosacea, psoriasis and skin cancer.

About Dr. Nancy Aria, MD

I grew up in the Washington DC area and went to college at the University of Virginia. My medical school training was done at the George Washington University. I did my medicine internship training at the University of Maryland. My dermatology residency training was done at Georgetown University.

      I am licensed to practice medicine in Virginia, Maryland and the District of Columbia.

What does FAAD stand for?
Fellow of the American Academy of Dermatology. To become a Fellow of the American Academy of Dermatology (FAAD), a physician must be a resident of the United States of America and certifed by the American Board of Dermatology.

Patient Education Resources

Can I switch the biologic medications I’m using to treat my psoriasis?
Yes, you can switch biologic medications for psoriasis if one is not working effectively. Biologic medications are a class of drugs that target specific parts of the immune system that are involved in...
Does the acne on my back and chest require different treatment from the acne on my face?
Truncal acne, which refers to acne that occurs on the trunk of the body (such as the chest and back), may require a slightly different treatment approach than facial acne. This is because the skin on ...
How can I reduce the skin redness caused by rosacea?
There are several ways to reduce the skin redness caused by rosacea:Avoiding triggers: Triggers such as sun exposure, wind, high temperatures, stress, spicy foods, and alcohol, can worsen the symptoms...
How do biologics work to treat my psoriasis?
Biologics are a class of medications that are used to treat moderate to severe psoriasis. They are typically used when other treatments, such as topical creams and light therapy, have not been effecti...
How Does Isotretinoin Work to Treat Acne?
Isotretinoin, previously marketed as Accutane, is a medication that is used to treat severe cystic acne that has not responded to other treatments. Isotretinoin is a form of vitamin A and works by ...