See an online dermatologist directly.
A focused video consultation for patients who want a clear diagnosis, a complete treatment plan, and oral or more advanced options when appropriate.
30 minutes · English and Spanish · Available in participating states
When you want more than a prescription.
Understand the diagnosis, what has already been tried, and what should happen next.
Discuss oral, compounded, or advanced treatment when clinically appropriate.
Initial and follow-up care with the same dermatologist.
Two appropriate levels of dermatology care.
Convenient care for straightforward concerns.
- Photo-based review
- Primarily topical treatment
- No scheduled video required
For patients who want more physician involvement.
- 30-minute video consultation
- Oral and advanced options when appropriate
- Ongoing care with the same dermatologist
Both pathways are designed for different levels of need.
Care for concerns that often need a more complete plan.
Choose the issue that best matches what you are dealing with.
Treatment for recurring, inflammatory, cystic, or jawline acne.
Understand whether isotretinoin is the right next step.
A considered approach to stubborn discoloration and recurrence.
Clarify the cause of shedding or thinning and review realistic options.
Simple from booking through treatment.
Confirm where you will be located and select an available appointment.
Complete a brief intake and upload clear photographs before the visit.
Discuss the diagnosis, treatment options, and next steps during a live video consultation.
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Dermatology built around clear decisions.
Dr. Gibran Shaikh is a board-certified dermatologist who created Dermatologic Services for patients seeking more time, more personalized guidance, and direct access to specialist judgment.
“My goal is for every patient to understand what we are treating, why we are treating it, and what comes next.”
Simple and direct.
Medication, laboratory testing, pharmacy charges, and future visits are separate.
Dr. Shaikh can see you if you are physically located in one of these 13 states during your appointment.
Eligibility is based on where you will be physically located at the time of the video visit, not where you live. If you will be located outside these states, the visit cannot be scheduled and no payment is taken.
- Arizona
- Delaware
- Florida
- Georgia
- Illinois
- Nevada
- New Jersey
- New York
- North Carolina
- Pennsylvania
- Tennessee
- Texas
- Washington
See online dermatology by state for local details, including time zones.
Common questions.
- How is this different from Thea asynchronous care?
- Thea asynchronous care is designed for convenient management of many straightforward concerns, primarily through topical treatment. The comprehensive consultation is a separate live visit directly with Dr. Shaikh for patients seeking greater depth, oral treatment discussion, or continuity.
- Can oral medication or isotretinoin be discussed?
- Yes. Oral medication, isotretinoin, and compounded treatment may be discussed when clinically appropriate. The consultation does not guarantee a specific prescription.
- Do you accept insurance?
- The direct consultation is cash-pay. A superbill may be provided for patients who wish to seek possible out-of-network reimbursement.