All medical dermatology diseases, including acne, rosacea, contact dermatitis, skin discoloration, cellulitis, rashes, HSV, herpes, warts, ulcers, skin lesions, malignant neoplasms of the skin, nail issues, hair loss, skin aging, cold sores, sun damage or actinic keratoses, epidermal cysts, eczema, psoriasis, seborrheic keratosis or benign skin tumors, dandruff or seborrheic dermatitis or cradle cap, folliculitis, hives or urticaria, atopic dermatitis, tinea or tinea versicolor, fungal infections, cosmetic procedure follow-up, surgical procedure follow-up, inflammatory skin diseases, parasitic infections such as scabies or head lice.
Online Visits Available In
California: Accepting New & Established Patients
Washington: Accepting New & Established Patients
Qualifications and Education
Board Certification
2017 Dermatology, Certified by the American Board of Dermatology
Licensure
2018 California – Full, unrestricted medical license, Expiration date – November 30, 2020
2019 Washington – Full, unrestricted medical license, Expiration date – August 16, 2021
2010-2019 Indiana – No longer active as of October 2019
Education
7/2004-12/2008Wake Forest University School of Medicine Winston-Salem, NC
Doctor of Medicine
6/2000-8/2003 University of Washington Seattle, WA
B.A. in Spanish
Seattle Foundation Scholarship – Full academic scholarship
Postgraduate Training
7/2014-6/2017 Naval Medical Center San Diego San Diego, - CA Dermatology Residency
2/2010-7/2010 Naval Aerospace Medical Institute Pensacola, FL - Naval Flight Surgeon School
1/2009-1/2010 Naval Medical Center San Diego San Diego, CA - Transitional Year Internship
Work Experience
10/2020-PresentGeneral and Cosmetic Dermatologist San Diego, CA
Lanoi Medical Group, Poway Dermatology
7/2017-9/2020 Staff Dermatologist San Diego, CA
Assistant Department Head
General Dermatology Division Officer
Naval Medical Center San Diego
Lieutenant Commander in the U.S. Navy
9/2017-9/2020 Assistant Professor of Dermatology Bethesda, MD
Uniformed Services University of Health Sciences (USUHS)
7/2017-9/2020 Staff Dermatologist, Naval Medical Center San Diego San Diego, CA
Assistant Department Head
General Dermatology Division Officer
Provides expert dermatology consulting services for worldwide U.S. federal institutions, including the Military Health System, Veterans Affairs Medical Centers, and other federal agencies. Staffed 23 dermatology residents in the clinic, surgeries as well as cosmetic procedures. Gave numerous lectures to the residents, hosted journal clubs, dermatology Grand Rounds. Organized and lead the 2018 Navy’s San Diego Dermatology Society meeting. Director of CME for Dermatology Grand Rounds and awarded attendees with ACGME approved CME credit hours. Was the dermatology representative for thehospital’s Pharmacy and Therapeutics Committee as well as the only physician on the hospital’s Data Quality Committee.
11/2016-PresentAssistant Professor of Dermatology, USUHS School of Medicine San Diego, CA
Clinical Instructor of Dermatology, USUHS School of Medicine
Supervise and educate dermatology residents, Transitional Year, Internal Medical and other residents from various specialties, medical students and Independent Duty Corpsmen (IDC) students. Provides dermatology care services for U.S. Military Health System patients.
5/2013-6/2014 Naval Flight Surgeon, VMM-166 Squadron San Diego, CA
Marine Corps Air Station Miramar
Served as Medical Department Head and only flight surgeon of a Marine Corps Osprey (M-22) squadron. Delivered quality medical care to over 550 Marine Corps squadron members. Actively practiced aerospace medicine, primary care, acute care, and preventive medicine. Position included 3 months of deployment workups as well as an eight (8) month deployment on a Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU) off the shores of the Middle East and Africa.
8/2010-5/2013 Naval Flight Surgeon, Naval Air Facility El Centro El Centro, CA
Clinic Department Head
Senior Medical Officer (SMO)
Served as the Flight Surgeon for the base as well as a general practioner for over 300 Active Duty service members and over 500 family members, as well as over 600 retirees that would come down to the base every winter for 6 months. Assisted in caring for the U.S. Navy Flight Demonstration Squadron (Blue Angles) when they trained at the Naval Air Facility El Centro for 3 months each year. Actively practiced aerospace medicine, primary care, acute care, and preventive medicine. Wrote a monthly medical article for the base’s newsletter “The Sandpaper”. Traveled monthly to attend the Senior Medical Officer meetings for the Director of Branch Clinics within the Naval Medical Center San Diego.
Research Experience
2016-2017 Research with Cosmetic Laser Dermatology Bethesda, MD
Participated in research and was an author on the peer-reviewed article “Retrospective Evaluation of Topical Bimatroprost and Iris Pigmentation Change” published in Dermatologic Surgery in December 2017.
Peer-Reviewed Publications
1. Katana VG, Green MC, Ruth NH, Barlow TK. Nasal Alloplastic Implant Failure. Consultant. 2018;58(3):119-121.
2. Zaleski-Larsen LA, Ruth NH, Fabi SG. Retrospective Evaluation of Topical Bimatoprost and Iris Pigmentation Change. Dermatologic Surgery. 2017 Dec;43(12);1431-1433.
3. Ruth, NH, Scott III, MJ. Two Cases of Herpes Zoster in Multiple Adjacent Dermatomes. Consutant. 2016;56(12):1133-1134.
4. Ruth, NH. A Collection of Cutaneous Manifestations of Anabolic-Androgenic Steroid Use. Consultant. 2016;56(11):1021-1022.
5. Henley ND, Tokarz VA. Multiple cutaneous and uterine leiomyomatosis in a 36-year-old female, and discussion of hereditary leiomyomatosis and renal cell carcinoma. Int J Dermatol. 2012 Oct;51(10):1213-6.
6. Henley ND. Rapid-onset skin rash. Guttate psoriasis. Am Fam Physician. 2012 Aug 15; 86(4):361-2.
Poster Presentations
1. “Three Cases of Annular Atrophic Lichen Planus”. Presentation at California Society of Dermatology and Dermatologic Surgery (CalDerm) Annual Meeting, Carlsbad, CA in September 2016.
2. Zaleski-Larsen LA, Ruth NH. “Retrospective Evaluation of Topical Bimatroprost (Latisse) Causing Ocular Lipodystrophy or Changes in Iris Pigmentation”. Presentation at American Society of Dermatological Surgery (ASDS), New Orleans, LA in November 2016.
Academic Appointments
2010-Present Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences, School of Medicine
Professional Membership
American Academy of Dermatology
Honors and Awards
College Seattle Foundation Full Academic Scholarship
Military Flight Surgery Wings, Fleet Marine Force Insignia, Navy and Marine Corps Commendation Medal (2), Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medal (2), Navy Meritorious Unit Commendation Medal, Sea Service Deployment Ribbon, Global War – Terrorism Expeditionary Ribbon, Pistol Ribbon – Marksman, Global War on Terrorism
What Patients are Saying
I absolutely love how easy it is to see a dermatologist on this app. For people like me who have waited years for treatment due to being embarrassed and afraid of the cost if I go in person, this is life changing! The doctors are very personal when developing a treatment plan and are very easy to contact and work with. Prescriptions are always available at my pharmacy right away. I can’t explain enough just how much being able to treat my skin problems from my own home has impacted me!
Lynsey
The ability to take photos and speak virtually to a dermatologist is well worth the price. No need for an in-person visit, while receiving the same quality of care. Additionally, there is no time pressure with SkyMD®, whereas in-person visits may be rushed due to the quantity of patients in the clinic.
David
Knowledgeable. Better than in person. Usually dermatologist doesn’t care to listen what patients have to say about their past experience. The internet has enabled many people to better understand their condition. SkyMD® gives the patient an opportunity to, in detail, discuss his/her experiences.
Miguel
My doctor provided in depth counseling as to what condition I had, what aggravated it, my treatment options, considerations for my budget, as well as a treatment plan that mitigated my risk of known side effects from the medication. I felt respected and cared for as a patient.
Rebecca
I was surprised at how fast my visit/case was reviewed by a Dermatologist. My visit was actually much better than the one I would have received with an in-person dermatologist. I was able to get a diagnosis and prescription within an hour of submitting my visit.
Lauren
I explained what problems I was having, sent in a few pictures to further explain and had a dermatologist message me within hours of me submitting my visit request and had an Rx sent to my pharmacy of choice later that day. Overall it has been a very fast and great experience.
Shelby
Quick diagnosis, ease of use, ability to message my doctor, ability to make follow up appointments at no additional charge, ability to get diagnosis over the weekend, uploading pictures to get diagnosis, native mobile app, sleek UI
Yoon Kyung
It was fast and easy. The cost was reasonable. I didn’t have to leave the house or schedule an appointment months in advance. RX was sent to my pharmacy and the doctor gave me a good treatment plan to follow. This was better than what I expected and I will recommend this service to anyone.
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How it Works
Connect with your doctor securely from your smartphone, tablet or computer.
Fill out a short questionnaire and snap photos of your condition.
Get a personalized treatment plan. Prescriptions are digitally routed to your preferred pharmacy.