Robert Thiel, MD

Specialties
Medical Dermatology
Rheumatic Dermatology
Surgical Dermatology
Languages I Speak
English
About Me
Dr. Robert “Robbie” Thiel is a board-certified dermatologist dedicated to providing care that goes beyond the skin. He takes time to listen to each patient’s story and combines advanced research and technology with a compassionate, personalized approach. His goal is to partner with patients in finding the right path forward for both their health and confidence.
Born and raised in a small town outside Stockton, California, Dr. Thiel grew up in a large, close-knit family. After high school, he served a two-year mission for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in the Dominican Republic. This transformative experience inspired his commitment to service and influenced his decision to pursue medicine.
Dr. Thiel completed his undergraduate studies at Cal Poly San Luis Obispo before earning his medical degree at St. Louis University, where he discovered his passion for dermatology and the critical role skin plays in overall health. He went on to complete his dermatology residency at Virginia Tech, developing specialized expertise in rheumatologic dermatology, including conditions such as dermatomyositis, lupus, scleroderma, morphea, and vasculitis. His clinical interests also include managing chemo- and immunotherapy-related rashes and treating autoimmune bullous disorders.
Fluent in Spanish, Dr. Thiel values building strong connections with a diverse patient community. Outside of medicine, he enjoys traveling with his family to remote destinations, where they can hike, explore, and unplug from technology. A lifelong sports enthusiast, he is also an avid golfer with a particular love for baseball, basketball, and football.
Education
Residency: Dermatology
Carilion Clinic- Virginia Tech SOM
Roanoke, VA
Internal Medicine Internship
Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital
Santa Barbara, CA
Doctor of Medicine
Saint Louis University School of Medicine
St. Louis, MO
Bachelor of Science, Biology
California Polytechnic State University
San Luis Obispo, CA
Post Grad
LICENSURE & CERTIFICATIONS
- California Medical Board License
- Board-Certified Dermatologist
PROFESSIONAL ORGANIZATIONS
- American Academy of Dermatology
- Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Medical Society
Where I Practice
West Dermatology La Jolla/UTC
9339 Genesee Ave
Suite 350A
San Diego CA 92121

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