Pet owners in Rockville and the greater Washington, D.C., region now have a new option for specialized dermatology care. Thrive Pet Healthcare and its partner, Dermatology for Animals, today announced the opening of Dermatology for Animals Rockville, a specialty veterinary clinic focused on diagnosing and treating chronic skin, ear, and allergy conditions in pets.
Demand for specialty veterinary services continues to grow in Maryland. About 49% of Maryland households own pets, including roughly 30% with dogs and nearly 19% with cats, highlighting the ongoing need for accessible veterinary care in communities, such as Montgomery County.
“Skin conditions can significantly affect a pet’s comfort and daily life,” said Dr. Rebecca Parsiola, DVM, DACVD, at Dermatology for Animals Rockville. “Expanding dermatology services in Rockville helps pets get answers faster and allows us to build treatment plans that improve long-term comfort.”
Veterinary Dermatologist Background
Dr. Parsiola earned her undergraduate degree from Louisiana State University and her Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree from Louisiana State University School of Veterinary Medicine. She completed a rotating small-animal internship in Washington, D.C., followed by a dermatology residency at Dermatology for Animals in Phoenix, Arizona. She completed the Dermatology for Animals residency program in 2025 and earned veterinary dermatology board certification the same year.
Veterinary Dermatology Services in Rockville
Dermatology for Animals Rockville provides specialty dermatology services for dogs and cats experiencing:
• Chronic itching and allergies
• Skin infections and rashes
• Ear conditions
• Autoimmune skin disorders
Diagnostic tools include cytology, biopsy, allergy testing and other advanced dermatologic evaluations. Therapeutic tools in this location include video otoscopy, cryotherapy, CO2 laser and immunotherapy.
“Our focus is identifying the cause of skin disease so pets can get relief, and families can feel confident in their care plan,” Dr. Parsiola said.
Referrals and Appointments
The clinic accepts veterinary referrals throughout the District of Columbia, Maryland and Virginia. Pet owners should speak with their primary veterinarian about referral options.
Dermatology for Animals Rockville
11503 Rockville Pike, Suite A
Rockville, MD 20852
301-637-3812
Monday - Thursday, 7 a.m.- 4 p.m.
About Dermatology for Animals
Founded in 1991, Dermatology for Animals provides veterinary dermatology care at 25 locations in 14 states. The organization joined Thrive Pet Healthcare in 2020 to expand specialty skin and allergy care nationwide. The Rockville hospital is the second Dermatology for Animals location in Maryland, joining the Catonsville clinic that opened in 2023.
About Thrive Pet Healthcare
Thrive Pet Healthcare is a leading veterinary service community that uniquely delivers a continuum of care to pet families and services to veterinary hospitals. With an industry-first membership program and over 360 acute, primary, and specialty providers, Thrive Pet Healthcare offers personalized, accessible care through every stage of a pet’s life and health. The veterinarian-founded organization provides premier benefits for practice staff while elevating privately held veterinary hospitals with innovative service and technology solutions. By focusing on the needs and aspirations of veterinary care providers, Thrive Pet Healthcare is supporting the well-being of the industry and raising the national bar for veterinary excellence.
Source: www.thrivepetcare.com
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