Dr. Saleh Rachidi, MD, PhD

Dr. Saleh Rachidi, MD, PhD

Cosmetic Dermatologist
8100 Boone Blvd, Ste 230, Vienna, VA
4.88
“I had a great experience during my recent visit. The staff was friendly and efficient, and the doctor was attentive and took the time to explain everything clearly. I felt well cared for and would definitely recommend this practice.”
Savita A.March 17, 2026
Patients often return
More patients return than other providers in the area
Highly recommended
95% of patients gave this doctor 5 stars
Excellent wait time
98% of patients waited less than 30 minutes
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What patients are saying

Overall rating

4.88

Average wait time

4.82

Bedside manner

4.90
“I had a great experience during my recent visit. The staff was friendly and efficient, and the doctor was attentive and took the time to explain everything clearly. I felt well cared for and would definitely recommend this practice.”
Savita A.March 17, 2026
“Dr Rachidi was friendly, professional, and extremely helpful during my appointment. He explained everything in terms I could understand and quickly found a treatment that would work for me. Could not have had a better experience.”
Thaís L.March 13, 2026

About Dr. Saleh Rachidi

Dr. Saleh Rachidi is a board-certified dermatologist and is fellowship-trained in cosmetic dermatologic surgery. He earned his undergraduate degree from the American University of Beirut with High Distinction, and received the Penrose Award for academic and extra-academic achievements. He then received his MD and PhD degrees from the Medical University of South Carolina in Charleston, SC, where he received the Distinguished Graduate of the Year award and was inducted to the Alpha Omega Alpha honor medical society. Dr. Rachidi then completed Dermatology residency at Johns Hopkins Hospital in Baltimore, MD, where he received a grant and awards related to his research. Dr. Rachidi completed a one-year fellowship in Cosmetic Dermatologic Surgery with the American Society for Dermatologic Surgery in New York City. Dr. Rachidi masters the latest cosmetic procedures, including laser resurfacing and rejuvenation, body contouring, skin tightening, natural-looking injectables, laser hair removal, vein treatments, hair loss treatments, and personalized skin care.

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Popular visit reasons

Acne
Allergy Consultation
Annual Skin Screening
Autoimmune Skin Disease
Dermatology Consultation
Pediatric Itching
Rash
Sexually Transmitted Infection (STI)
Acne
Allergy Consultation
Annual Skin Screening
Autoimmune Skin Disease

Office location

Dr. Saleh Rachidi, MD, PhD also offers online video visits for patients
Elite Dermatology and Esthetics
8100 Boone Blvd, Ste 230, Vienna, VA 22182

Education and background

Practice names

Board certifications

  • American Board of Dermatology

Education and training

  • Medical School - Medical University of South Carolina, Doctor of Medicine
  • Johns Hopkins University, Residency in Dermatology
  • American Society for Dermatologic Surgery, Fellowship in Cosmetic and Laser Surgery
  • Medical University of South Carolina (PhD)
  • American Society for Dermatologic Surgery, Fellowship in Dermatologic Cosmetic Surgery

Professional memberships

  • American Society for Dermatologic Surgery

Languages spoken

  • English
  • Arabic

Provider's gender

Male

NPI number

1447609615

Patient reviews

All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.
Overall rating
4.88
Wait time
4.82
Bedside manner
4.90
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The doctor is a very good listener and he had alternative treatments for my health issue. Highly recommended
Verified patient
Great doctor and staff! Made me feel comfortable and were positive the whole time, despite my skin injuries being pretty bad.
Doc is nice, he talks soo fast and I don’t even have a time to cut off and say anything else. And the appointment is done.
Doctor was quick and to the point. He seems very comfortable with his job and knowledgeable. Overall pleasant experience.
Great office and staff. Was very easy to make a same day appointment and was in and out in less than half an hour
Verified patient
Very thorough exam, friendly, answered all my questions patiently. I would highly recommend Dr. Rachidi.
Great experience. The staff are amazing. The doctor is very nice and took the time to explain everything. Highly recommend!
Verified patient
Dr. R was great--one of the best dermatologists I have ever seen. I would definitely recommend this office.
First time talking my kid to a dermatologist. Doc was clear and helped my kid understand what to do and what to expect.
Verified patient
Good experience with Dr. Rachidi. He was prompt, friendly, thorough. Office seemed very clean and new!
Very kind and responsive doctor with great bed side manner. Listened to my concerns and helped me.
Verified patient
Honestly a great experience. The staff was so friendly and caring and the doctor was very friendly and knowledgeable.
Verified patient
Easy to find and easy to park. Friendly personnel and a doctor with great bedside manners.
Verified patient
I was seen right away and the Doctor was informative, professional, and friendly, Highy recommend!
Verified patient
Dr. Saleh was very knowledgeable, friendly, and willing to help. He prescribed tailored solutions for my skin
Verified patient
I love this doctor. He is thorough and knows his stuff. He is kind and quick to see.
Verified patient
The Dr. is very thorough and absolutely fantastic! I highly recommend
Great and helpful staff. Doctor was friendly, professional, and thorough. Highly recommend.
I had a great experience here. Every member of staff I interacted with was professional and friendly.
Organized business office manager and very prompt. The doctor was very attentive and helpful.
Verified patient
He explained everything I wanted to know and gave me right prescription. Staff was very nice too.
I was happy with my appointment. I felt heard, respected and taken care of. Would highly recommend.
Perfect experience and awesome Doctor ! Easy and quick and painless experience. Thank you
Verified patient
Dr. Rachidi was super detailed in my annual skin exam and his staff is extremely friendly.
Verified patient
Doc was an excellent communicator with someone with terrible health anxiety.
Verified patient
Great visit! Would definitely recommend for others to go visit this office.
Very patient and respectful. Took the time to address all my questions and concerns
liked to doc very much - he was thorough - and to the point - excellant exam.
Verified patient
Great experience, Doctor was fast but listened to what I had to say
Verified patient
Dr.Saleh Rachidi is excellent with dermatology care and expertise! Thank you.
Great bedside manner, explained everything, thorough exam
Great doctor! Highly recommend, he was was very knowledgeable and informative.
The doctor is so wonderful, I hope all the doctors just like this doctor!
Verified patient
Great Dermatologist listened to my concerns and answered my questions.
Verified patient
Very knowledgeable and kind. I’ll be going back for my skin needs.
Verified patient
The staff were brilliant and friendly. 10/10 recommendation.
Verified patient
A relatively new practice with excellent young dermatologist.
Verified patient
Great listener. Very thorough office visit. Friendly staff
Verified patient
Great doctor, taking my hole family there for annual checkup.
Verified patient
I had a great experience during my recent visit. The staff was friendly and efficient, and the doctor was attentive and took the time to explain everything clearly. I felt well cared for and would definitely recommend this practice.
Verified patient
Dr Rachidi was friendly, professional, and extremely helpful during my appointment. He explained everything in terms I could understand and quickly found a treatment that would work for me. Could not have had a better experience.
Verified patient
Doctor was on point and prescribed me the right medication that after using only for 1 day my condition solved completely. Highly recommend.
Verified patient
Dr. Saleh Rachidi is very enthusiastic, he listens, answers your questions and is very kind! I like his deep and fundamental approach to the problems which makes him a true professional. No Long waiting times, clean office and friendly team. Highly reccomend!
Courteous and professional staff. Dr Rachidi was very informative, thorough and had a phenomenal bedside manner. I felt that he genuinely cared.
He made sure I understood everything
Verified patient
Very thorough. He explains well
Dr. Rachidi is a kind compassionate doctor who listens, explains, and uses good judgment (not overly aggressive or invasive treatments. He reviews his messages, and provides additional details and links to research. I've had bad experiences with derms, and I'm so happy to have found this doctor, I wish more than anything I had found him sooner.
Verified patient
Saleh Rachidi is someone I truly appreciate and suggest! He listened carefully and answered my questions which was important to me.
Verified patient
Nice doc
Verified patient
Professional and courteous thks
Verified patient
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Dr. Saleh Rachidi has 2 office locations in Vienna, view full addresses on Dr. Rachidi's profile.

Which board certifications does Dr. Saleh Rachidi have?

Dr. Saleh Rachidi is certified by American Board of Dermatology.

What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Saleh Rachidi?

Dr. Saleh Rachidi frequently sees patients for Acne, Allergy Consultation, Annual Skin Screening, Dermatology Consultation, and Sexually Transmitted Infection (STI). You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Saleh Rachidi on their profile.

What languages does Dr. Saleh Rachidi speak?

Dr. Saleh Rachidi speaks English and Arabic.

How do patients rate Dr. Saleh Rachidi in reviews?

498 patients have reviewed Dr. Saleh Rachidi. The overall rating for this doctor is 4.88/5. They have a 4.9/5 rating for bedside manner and a 4.82/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.

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