i
Loading Page
loading, please wait

Select Year:

Home > CA Providers > Dermatologists
placeholder image of provider

Dr. Diane Solomon Silver, MD

(No ratings)

Specializes in: Dermatology (Skin Disorders)
University of Southern California (USC), Keck School of Medicine (1971)
Professional interests include: eczema, alopecia, telogen effluvium, and more.
2025 Jefferson Street
Napa, CA 94559

Dr. Diane Solomon Silver, MD is a dermatologist in Napa, CA specializing in dermatology (skin disorders). She graduated from University of Southern California (USC), Keck School of Medicine in 1971 and has 55 years of experience. Dr. Diane Solomon Silver, MD is affiliated with Providence and Providence Queen of the Valley Medical Center.

View Doctor's Full Profile (707) 257-2888

Office Locations

Providence Queen of the Valley Medical Center

2025 Jefferson Street
Napa, CA 94559
(707) 257-2888
open_in_new

Some issues Dr. Diane Solomon Silver, MD can help you with:

Chemical Peels

Chemical peels remove the outer layer of the skin using chemical solutions, like glycolic acid and phenol. Although most commonly performed on the face, this non-surgical procedure may be done on the neck and hands as well. Chemical peels can treat the following:

  • Age spots
  • Fine lines and wrinkles
  • Freckles
  • Rough skin
  • Sun-damaged skin
  • Acne

Before the procedure, a skin evaluation is done to determine which type of peel will produce the best results. Dark skin tends to respond well to light peels, while severely sun-damaged skin will likely benefit from a moderate or deep peel. Pre-treatment creams and sunscreen need to be applied every day for several weeks prior to the procedure. Doing this may help shorten the healing process.

During the peel, the area to be treated is cleaned thoroughly, and the chemical solution is applied on the skin for several minutes, which produces a stinging sensation. A neutralizing agent is then used, and the stinging sensation gradually goes away. For more intense peels, a cool compress may be placed on the area to relieve any stinging or burning, or the solution may be applied in intervals to limit exposure to the strong chemicals.

Following a light peel, there will be redness and swelling, which typically fade in a few days. Swelling after a moderate or deep peel may last for a week, and mild redness may continue for a few weeks. To help improve the final results of a peel, treated areas must be kept cool, moisturized, and protected from sunlight.

Hyperhidrosis (Excessive Sweating)

Hyperhidrosis is a medical condition where the sweat glands become overactive, leading to excessive sweating. It can occur in just one area, such as the armpits, feet, or hands; or it can be general sweating over the entire body. Hyperhidrosis can happen to people of all ages and genders. It is estimated that the condition affects as many as 3% of all people, but many are never diagnosed because they are too embarrassed to talk about their symptoms with their doctor.

When excessive sweating is the main complaint and is not related to any other condition, it is called primary hyperhidrosis. There is no known cause, but it does tend to run in families. Secondary hyperhidrosis is sweating that is caused by another medical condition, such as anxiety, cancer, hyperthyroidism, or menopause. Sometimes treating the underlying condition can improve this type of sweating.

There are tests doctors can use to diagnose hyperhidrosis. One involves simply soaking up the perspiration with paper and then weighing the paper to measure how much extra sweat is being produced. Another test, called the starch-iodine test, involves covering the body with powder. This powder turns blue in any areas where sweat is produced.

Treatment depends on the severity of the hyperhidrosis and the areas affected. Some options are:

  • Prescription antiperspirants, which contain aluminum chloride and work by plugging the sweat ducts. This signals the sweat glands to decrease sweat production. They work for moderate cases of hyperhidrosis and are relatively affordable.
  • Lontophoresis, a procedure that uses small amounts of electricity and a tray of tap water to decrease production of sweat glands in the hands or feet.
  • Botox, which can be injected into the nerves that control sweat glands in the underarms.
  • Sympathectomy, a surgery for severe cases that can be performed to cut the nerves that stimulate sweat production. Sympathectomy is most effective for hyperhidrosis of the hands. It may cause new symptoms of sweating elsewhere on the body.
  • Surgery to remove sweat glands, most often in the underarms.

Hyperhidrosis is a serious medical condition that causes both physical and emotional distress. Treatments are available, and support groups exist to help patients cope.

Skin Issues

The skin is the largest organ in the body, protecting and covering the more sensitive inner organs. Considering its size and that it is constantly exposed to the elements, the skin is usually relatively problem-free. However that doesn't mean that issues don't come up from time to time that might need the help of a professional. The most common skin issues that people seek medical help with are cosmetic issues, acne, eczema, dermatitis, psoriasis, and skin growths.

Professional cosmetic skin treatments exist to treat wrinkles, scars, dark spots, remove excess hair, tone and tighten skin, and otherwise improve the appearance of the skin. They may use lasers, light therapy, chemical peels, microdermabrasion, or many other forms of skin treatment.

Acne occurs when hair follicles become clogged with oil and dead skin cells, most commonly on the face or back. The clogged follicles can then become infected and inflamed. Treatments include antibiotics, anti-inflammatories, and retinoid creams.

Eczema is dry, sensitive skin that causes an itchy red rash, often in response to specific triggers. It is common in childhood but can sometimes last into adulthood. The main treatment involves keeping skin well moisturized.

Dermatitis is the medical name for any kind of skin inflammation or rash. Rashes can happen because of an allergy or contact with an irritating substance. They may be red, itchy, or even painful. They are often treated with antihistamines or moisturizing creams containing cortisone.

Psoriasis is patches of thick, red skin that is covered in silvery scales. It is often itchy and sore. Psoriasis is thought to be caused by an immune disorder, and it runs in families. Psoriasis is not contagious. There is no cure, but there are medicated creams available to treat the symptoms.

Skin growths, including warts and moles, are usually not serious. However, some skin growths should be examined by a doctor to make sure they don't cause problems in the future. Warts are harmless, rough, bumpy growths caused by a viral infection. They occur most often on the hands and feet. Because they are caused by a virus, they are contagious. Moles are brown or black spots that are sometimes raised slightly from the surface of the skin. They happen when clumps of pigment cells form in a cluster instead of spread out. Moles are harmless except that they are more vulnerable to cancer than other parts of the skin. Skin cancer is the most common form of cancer in the United States, and its risk increases with sun exposure and fair skin tone.

Skin issues can be embarrassing or irritating, but most are minor and can be treated without serious problems. Some, however, can be a sign of a more significant issue, so it is important to see a doctor for anything out of the ordinary.

Noteworthy Medicare Patient Procedures Performed by Dr. Diane Solomon Silver, MD in 2023

Click on any procedure below to see further details on volume and pricing among Medicare patients.

Top 5%

By Affordability:

removal of benign skin lesion
removal of skin lesion
skin lesion destruction
skin procedures

In 2023, Dr. Diane Solomon Silver, MD had a list price for removal of benign (non-cancerous) skin lesion, removal of skin lesion (growth or mark), skin lesion destruction (e.g. laser surgery), and skin procedures that was lower than the list prices billed to Medicare by 95% of providers in related specialties within California. Actual amounts paid by patients can vary widely depending on a number of factors, including insurance coverage. A lower list price, however, might mean lower fees when paying without insurance.

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2012 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Diane Solomon Silver, MD treated as a dermatologist in Napa, CA during 2012 were removal of lesion (e.g. growth), skin procedures, diagnostic procedures and lab tests.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Diane Solomon Silver, MD for Medicare patients.

diagnostic procedures 247
doctor visit 1424
foreign body removal 14
lab tests 22
minor procedures 14
removal of lesion (e.g. growth) 1098
skin procedures 1098

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2013 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Diane Solomon Silver, MD treated as a dermatologist in Napa, CA during 2013 were removal of lesion (e.g. growth), skin procedures, diagnostic procedures and lab tests.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Diane Solomon Silver, MD for Medicare patients.

diagnostic procedures 143
doctor visit 1547
lab tests 23
removal of lesion (e.g. growth) 978
skin procedures 978

2013 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Diane Solomon Silver, MD.

Gender
Male 198
Female 341
Age
From 65 to 74 221
From 75 to 84 179
85 and over 126
Less than 65 13

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Diane Solomon Silver, MD in 2013

Hypertension 59
High Cholesterol 50
Stroke 4
Ischemic Heart Disease 33
Depression 10
Chronic Kidney Disease 15
Asthma 6
Osteoperosis 8
Atrial Fibrilation 12
Heart Failure 13
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 5
Diabetes 17
Dementia 8
Cancer 14

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2014 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Diane Solomon Silver, MD treated as a dermatologist in Napa, CA during 2014 were removal of lesion (e.g. growth), skin procedures, diagnostic procedures and lab tests.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Diane Solomon Silver, MD for Medicare patients.

diagnostic procedures 62
doctor visit 1099
lab tests 22
removal of lesion (e.g. growth) 716
skin procedures 716

2014 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Diane Solomon Silver, MD.

Gender
Male 199
Female 299
Age
From 65 to 74 203
From 75 to 84 173
85 and over 0
Less than 65 0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Diane Solomon Silver, MD in 2014

Hypertension 53
High Cholesterol 49
Stroke 4
Ischemic Heart Disease 31
Depression 10
Chronic Kidney Disease 17
Asthma 5
Osteoperosis 9
Atrial Fibrilation 13
Heart Failure 11
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 5
Diabetes 13
Dementia 7
Cancer 13

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2015 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Diane Solomon Silver, MD treated as a dermatologist in Napa, CA during 2015 were removal of lesion (e.g. growth), skin procedures, diagnostic procedures and lab tests.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Diane Solomon Silver, MD for Medicare patients.

diagnostic procedures 64
doctor visit 1519
lab tests 21
removal of lesion (e.g. growth) 1186
skin procedures 1186

2015 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Diane Solomon Silver, MD.

Gender
Male 428
Female 624
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 1028
Black 0
Hispanic 0
Asian 0
Other 0
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 420
From 75 to 84 358
85 and over 252
Less than 65 22

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Diane Solomon Silver, MD in 2015

Hypertension 53
High Cholesterol 51
Stroke 3
Ischemic Heart Disease 31
Depression 13
Chronic Kidney Disease 14
Asthma 7
Osteoperosis 8
Atrial Fibrilation 14
Heart Failure 11
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 6
Diabetes 14
Dementia 8
Cancer 13

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2016 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Diane Solomon Silver, MD treated as a dermatologist in Napa, CA during 2016 were removal of lesion (e.g. growth), skin procedures, diagnostic procedures and lab tests.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Diane Solomon Silver, MD for Medicare patients.

diagnostic procedures 51
doctor visit 1427
lab tests 25
removal of lesion (e.g. growth) 1107
skin procedures 1107

2016 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Diane Solomon Silver, MD.

Gender
Male 220
Female 291
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 492
Black 0
Hispanic 0
Asian 0
Other 0
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 208
From 75 to 84 191
85 and over 0
Less than 65 0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Diane Solomon Silver, MD in 2016

Hypertension 58
High Cholesterol 51
Stroke 4
Ischemic Heart Disease 33
Depression 14
Chronic Kidney Disease 18
Asthma 7
Osteoperosis 8
Atrial Fibrilation 15
Heart Failure 12
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 6
Diabetes 16
Dementia 8
Cancer 15

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2017 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Diane Solomon Silver, MD treated as a dermatologist in Napa, CA during 2017 were removal of lesion (e.g. growth), skin procedures, diagnostic procedures and lab tests.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Diane Solomon Silver, MD for Medicare patients.

diagnostic procedures 43
doctor visit 1265
lab tests 19
removal of lesion (e.g. growth) 956
skin procedures 956

2017 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Diane Solomon Silver, MD.

Gender
Male 209
Female 287
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 481
Black 0
Hispanic 0
Asian 0
Other 0
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 206
From 75 to 84 180
85 and over 0
Less than 65 0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Diane Solomon Silver, MD in 2017

Hypertension 56
High Cholesterol 50
Stroke 5
Ischemic Heart Disease 31
Depression 11
Chronic Kidney Disease 19
Asthma 6
Osteoperosis 8
Atrial Fibrilation 15
Heart Failure 11
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 6
Diabetes 15
Dementia 8
Cancer 14

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2018 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Diane Solomon Silver, MD treated as a dermatologist in Napa, CA during 2018 were removal of lesion (e.g. growth), skin procedures, diagnostic procedures and lab tests.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Diane Solomon Silver, MD for Medicare patients.

diagnostic procedures 37
doctor visit 1344
lab tests 20
removal of lesion (e.g. growth) 1002
skin procedures 1002

2018 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Diane Solomon Silver, MD.

Gender
Male 204
Female 283
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 466
Black 0
Hispanic 0
Asian 0
Other 0
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 193
From 75 to 84 192
85 and over 0
Less than 65 0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Diane Solomon Silver, MD in 2018

Hypertension 59
High Cholesterol 55
Stroke 6
Ischemic Heart Disease 35
Depression 13
Chronic Kidney Disease 20
Asthma 5
Osteoperosis 10
Atrial Fibrilation 15
Heart Failure 14
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 6
Diabetes 15
Dementia 10
Cancer 14

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2019 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Diane Solomon Silver, MD treated as a dermatologist in Napa, CA during 2019 were removal of lesion (e.g. growth), skin procedures and lab tests.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Diane Solomon Silver, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit 988
lab tests 25
removal of lesion (e.g. growth) 780
skin procedures 780

2019 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Diane Solomon Silver, MD.

Gender
Male 170
Female 248
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 400
Black 0
Hispanic 0
Asian 0
Other 0
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 153
From 75 to 84 174
85 and over 0
Less than 65 0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Diane Solomon Silver, MD in 2019

Hypertension 60
High Cholesterol 54
Stroke 7
Ischemic Heart Disease 37
Depression 15
Chronic Kidney Disease 20
Asthma 5
Osteoperosis 12
Atrial Fibrilation 16
Heart Failure 15
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 6
Diabetes 15
Dementia 11
Cancer 13

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2020 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Diane Solomon Silver, MD treated as a dermatologist in Napa, CA during 2020 were removal of lesion (e.g. growth), skin procedures and lab tests.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Diane Solomon Silver, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit 967
lab tests 19
removal of lesion (e.g. growth) 794
skin procedures 794

2020 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Diane Solomon Silver, MD.

Gender
Male 152
Female 193
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 331
Black 0
Hispanic 0
Asian 0
Other 0
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 116
From 75 to 84 150
85 and over 0
Less than 65 0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Diane Solomon Silver, MD in 2020

Hypertension 55
High Cholesterol 52
Stroke 3
Ischemic Heart Disease 31
Depression 15
Chronic Kidney Disease 21
Asthma 3
Osteoperosis 13
Atrial Fibrilation 15
Heart Failure 12
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 4
Diabetes 15
Dementia 10
Cancer 13

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2021 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Diane Solomon Silver, MD treated as a dermatologist in Napa, CA during 2021 were removal of lesion (e.g. growth), skin procedures and lab tests.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Diane Solomon Silver, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit 969
lab tests 18
removal of lesion (e.g. growth) 817
skin procedures 817

2021 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Diane Solomon Silver, MD.

Gender
Male 147
Female 191
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 321
Black 0
Hispanic 0
Asian 0
Other 0
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 97
From 75 to 84 169
85 and over 0
Less than 65 0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Diane Solomon Silver, MD in 2021

Hypertension 58
High Cholesterol 53
Stroke 4
Ischemic Heart Disease 33
Depression 13
Chronic Kidney Disease 22
Asthma 4
Osteoperosis 14
Atrial Fibrilation 14
Heart Failure 10
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 6
Diabetes 17
Dementia 10
Cancer 13

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2022 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Diane Solomon Silver, MD treated as a dermatologist in Napa, CA during 2022 were removal of lesion (e.g. growth) and skin procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Diane Solomon Silver, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit 835
removal of lesion (e.g. growth) 588
skin procedures 588

2022 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Diane Solomon Silver, MD.

Gender
Male 128
Female 168
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 283
Black 0
Hispanic 0
Asian 0
Other 0
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 71
From 75 to 84 159
85 and over 0
Less than 65 0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Diane Solomon Silver, MD in 2022

Hypertension 69
High Cholesterol 72
Stroke 7
Ischemic Heart Disease 25
Depression 13
Chronic Kidney Disease 20
Asthma 7
Osteoperosis 20
Atrial Fibrilation 19
Heart Failure 9
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 8
Diabetes 17
Dementia 6
Cancer 17

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2012 - 2022

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Diane Solomon Silver, MD for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. Diane Solomon Silver, MD treated as a dermatologist in Napa, CA were removal of lesion (e.g. growth), skin procedures, diagnostic procedures and lab tests.

diagnostic procedures 92
doctor visit 1216
foreign body removal 14
lab tests 21
minor procedures 14
removal of lesion (e.g. growth) 911
skin procedures 911

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2012 - 2022

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Diane Solomon Silver, MD.

Gender
Male 186
Female 265
Ethnicity
Black / African American 0
Asian / Pacific Islander 0
Non-Hispanic White 345
Native American / Alaskan Native 0
Hispanic 0
Other 0
Age
75 to 84 175
85 and over 34
Less than 65 3
65 to 74 171

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Diane Solomon Silver, MD From 2012 - 2022

The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Diane Solomon Silver, MD treated were hypertension, high cholesterol, ischemic heart disease and chronic kidney disease.

Hypertension 52
High Cholesterol 48
Stroke 4
Ischemic Heart Disease 29
Depression 11
Chronic Kidney Disease 16
Asthma 5
Osteoporosis 10
Heart Failure 10
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 5
Diabetes 14
Atrial Fibrillation 13
Dementia 7
Cancer 12

Education & Training

Dr. Diane Solomon Silver, MD graduated from University of Southern California (USC), Keck School of Medicine in 1971. She is certified by the American Board of Dermatology, Dermatology and has a state license in California.

Medical School: University of Southern California (USC), Keck School of Medicine (1971)

Board Certification: American Board of Dermatology, Dermatology

Licensed In: California

Affiliations & Hospitals

Dr. Diane Solomon Silver, MD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:

Providence
Providence Queen of the Valley Medical Center

Ratings & Reviews

Dr. Diane Solomon Silver, MD does not have any reviews yet, be the first to leave a review of Dr. Diane Solomon Silver, MD here: Leave a Review

(No ratings)

Leave a Review

General Payments

These charts describe general payments received by Dr. Diane Solomon Silver, MD. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.

Payments by Company
Amgen Inc. $544 Enbrel
$295 		Otezla
$249
Bard Peripheral Vascular, Inc. $242 Vascular
$242
Galderma Laboratories, L.P. $236 SOOLANTRA
$121 		EPIDUO FORTE
$115
Medtronic USA, Inc. $225 KYPHON Balloon Kyphoplasty
$225
Encore Dermatology Inc. $129
$129
Other $715 Erivedge
$125 		COSENTYX
$103 		CIBINQO
$72 		POTELIGEO
$50 		Humira
$41 		Other
$324
Types of Payments
Food and Beverage $2,043
Education $48

Biography

Dr. Diane Silver's specialty is dermatology (skin disorders). Her clinical interests include dermatomyositis, tinea capitis, and athlete's foot. Dr. Silver is affiliated with Providence. She studied medicine at the University of Southern California (USC), Keck School of Medicine.

Dermatologists in Nearby Locations

Other Providers in Napa, CA