About Dr. Rachel Ellis, MD
Dr. Rachel Ellis, M.D., is a board-certified Virginia Dermatologist providing care to patients in the Portsmouth area at Naval Medical Center of Portsmouth.
Professional Affiliations
• American Academy of Dermatology, Fellow (AAD)
• Association of Military Dermatologists (AMD)
Dr. Rachel Ellis has 8 years of military experience serving as a Student Naval Flight Officer in 2002, a Naval Flight officer in 2005, and a Fleet Replacement Squadron Instructor until 2008.
Professional Affiliations
• American Academy of Dermatology, Fellow (AAD)
• Association of Military Dermatologists (AMD)
Dr. Rachel Ellis has 8 years of military experience serving as a Student Naval Flight Officer in 2002, a Naval Flight officer in 2005, and a Fleet Replacement Squadron Instructor until 2008.
Patient Education Resources
Eczema Medication Savings & Support Programs
Click on the product image below to access medication savings or patient support programs from the manufacturer. In some cases, a form must be submitted along with proof of having purchased the med...
Click on the product image below to access medication savings or patient support programs from the manufacturer. In some cases, a form must be submitted along with proof of having purchased the med...
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...
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 ...
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 ...
What are the best sunscreens?
The best sunscreens are those that provide broad-spectrum protection, which means they protect against both ultraviolet A (UVA) and ultraviolet B (UVB) rays. They should also have an SPF (sun protecti...
The best sunscreens are those that provide broad-spectrum protection, which means they protect against both ultraviolet A (UVA) and ultraviolet B (UVB) rays. They should also have an SPF (sun protecti...
What medications are used to treat acne?
There are several medications that can be used to treat acne, including:Topical retinoids (e.g. tretinoin, adapalene)Topical antibiotics (e.g. clindamycin, erythromycin)Topical benzoyl peroxideOral an...
There are several medications that can be used to treat acne, including:Topical retinoids (e.g. tretinoin, adapalene)Topical antibiotics (e.g. clindamycin, erythromycin)Topical benzoyl peroxideOral an...
Education & Training
Dr. Ellis got her Bachelor degree in Mechanical Engineering at the US Naval Academy in 2000. She then went to Eastern Virginia Medical School and graduated in 2012. Dr. Ellis then did her residency at McGovern School of Medicine in 2016.
- Residency: University of Texas Health Science Center - Houston
- Residency: Eastern Virginia Medical School
- Medical School: Eastern Virginia Medical School