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
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...
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...
How can Botox® improve my appearance?
Botox® (botulinum toxin type A) is a medication that is primarily used to temporarily paralyze specific muscles in the face and body.It is most often used to improve the appearance of wrinkles and...
Botox® (botulinum toxin type A) is a medication that is primarily used to temporarily paralyze specific muscles in the face and body.It is most often used to improve the appearance of wrinkles and...
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...
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...
If I have psoriasis, am I likely to get arthritis?
Psoriasis is a chronic skin condition that causes red, scaly patches on the skin. It affects about 2-3% of the population. People with psoriasis are at an increased risk of developing a form of arthri...
Psoriasis is a chronic skin condition that causes red, scaly patches on the skin. It affects about 2-3% of the population. People with psoriasis are at an increased risk of developing a form of arthri...
What can reduce the appearance of my acne scars?
Acne scars can be treated with a variety of methods, including:Topical treatments: Topical creams and gels containing ingredients such as retinoids, hydroquinone, and vitamin C can help to reduce the ...
Acne scars can be treated with a variety of methods, including:Topical treatments: Topical creams and gels containing ingredients such as retinoids, hydroquinone, and vitamin C can help to reduce the ...
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