Dr. Roni W. Ford

Name: Dr. Roni W. Ford
Specialty: Dermatology 
Qualification/Board Certification: MD; Board certification not specified
Affiliation: Adventist Healthcare Shady Grove Medical Center; Drs. Ford And Rothman Cosmetic And Clinical Dermatology, LLC
Locations: Gaithersburg, Maryland
Languages Spoken: English
Accepting New Patients: Contact office to confirm
NPI Number: 1790754554

About the Doctor

Dr. Roni W. Ford is a highly regarded dermatologist practicing in Gaithersburg, Maryland, affiliated with Adventist Healthcare Shady Grove Medical Center. She received her medical degree from Georgetown University School of Medicine, completed an internal medicine internship at the University of Maryland (1989–1990), and finished her dermatology residency at the University of Maryland (1990–1993). With over 21 years of experience, Dr. Ford has earned a perfect 5/5 patient rating from 48 reviews, the “Patients’ Top Choice” award, and three patient awards for clearly explaining conditions and performing thorough exams. She is an expert in five areas: skin rashes, skin disorders, contact dermatitis, psoriasis, and skin discoloration. She accepts Medicare, Medicaid, and major plans including Cigna and Blue Cross. Patients seeking comprehensive skin care should contact the office to confirm new patient availability.

• Graduate of Georgetown University School of Medicine

• Internship in Internal Medicine and Residency in Dermatology at the University of Maryland

• Over 21 years of clinical experience

• 5/5 patient rating (48 reviews); Patients’ Top Choice with 3 awards

• Expert in psoriasis, skin rashes, skin disorders, contact dermatitis, and skin discoloration

• Accepts Medicare, Medicaid, Cigna, Blue Cross, and Elevance

Education & Training

Medical School – Georgetown University School of Medicine
Residency – University of Maryland, Dermatology (1990–1993)
Fellowship/Additional Training – University of Maryland, Internship, Internal Medicine (1989–1990)

Medical Conditions Treated

• Psoriasis

• Eczema (atopic dermatitis)

• Acne

• Rosacea

• Contact dermatitis (irritant and allergic)

• Skin rashes (prurigo, lichen simplex chronicus)

• Skin discoloration (melasma, vitiligo, post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation)

• Actinic keratosis (precancerous lesions)

• Skin infections (fungal, bacterial, viral)

• Benign skin growths (moles, seborrheic keratoses, cysts)

Medical Procedures Performed

• Full-body skin examination

• Skin biopsy (shave, punch, excisional)

• Cryotherapy for actinic keratosis and warts

• Excision of benign and malignant skin lesions

• Intralesional corticosteroid injections (for keloids, cysts, alopecia areata)

• Topical and systemic medication management

• Phototherapy for psoriasis and eczema

• Chemical peels for acne and discoloration

• Laser therapy (inferred for vascular lesions or hair removal)

• Patch testing for contact dermatitis

Services Offered

Dr. Roni W. Ford provides comprehensive medical dermatology services for patients of all ages with acute and chronic skin conditions. Her practice emphasizes accurate diagnosis through thorough skin examination, patient education, and evidence-based treatment plans. She manages common conditions such as acne, eczema, and psoriasis, as well as complex allergic rashes and precancerous lesions. Dr. Ford performs in-office procedures including biopsies, excisions, cryotherapy, and intralesional injections. She also offers phototherapy for widespread psoriasis or eczema and provides patch testing to identify contact allergens. Patients benefit from her clear communication, thorough approach, and affiliation with a respected medical center. While cosmetic procedures may be available, her primary focus is clinical dermatology.

• Diagnostic skin exams for moles, rashes, and growths

• Medical management of acne, rosacea, eczema, and psoriasis

• Skin cancer screening and treatment (actinic keratosis, basal cell, squamous cell)

• Patch testing for allergic contact dermatitis

• Phototherapy (UVB) for psoriasis and severe eczema

• Biopsy and surgical excision of suspicious lesions

• Cryotherapy for warts, skin tags, and precancerous spots

• Intralesional steroid injections

• Patient education on skin care, sun protection, and trigger avoidance

• Coordination of care with primary care and other specialists

Accepted Insurances

• Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts (Medicare, PPO)

• Cigna (PPO)

• CMS Medicare (Medicare)

• Elevance (EPO, HMO, Medicare, POS, PPO)

• Johns Hopkins Health Plans (Medicaid)

• Accepts Medicare and Medicaid

Practice Locations

Address: 18310 Montgomery Village, Ste 700, Gaithersburg, MD 
Phone: (301) 977-2070

Hospital Affiliations

• Adventist Healthcare Shady Grove Medical Center – Rockville, Maryland