About Dr. Hardy

Lamar Hardy, DO, FAAD, is a highly accomplished, triple board-certified dermatologist set to open Collo Rosso Dermatology; dedicated to supporting the local community that fostered his specialty training. He holds board certifications in Micrographic Dermatological Surgery, Dermatopathology, and General Dermatology, and will offer full-time services after retiring from the Navy. Currently, he is available a few days per month as he builds his patient base for future success in San Diego County.

Lamar was raised in Chapin, South Carolina, and studied Biology at The Citadel before serving as a pilot in the US Navy. Following a decorated naval aviation career, he earned his medical degree from the West Virginia School of Osteopathic Medicine. With his new degree, the Navy relocated Dr. Hardy and his family to a position in Sicily, Italy at Naval Air Station Sigonella. After an amazing time overseas, he moved to Southern California with his family and completed his residency at Naval Medical Center San Diego; then followed by a Dermatopathology fellowship at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center in Washington D.C. He then returned to San Diego for advanced training in Mohs surgery under the renowned Dr. Bruce Feldman.

Today, Dr. Hardy is the Chair of Dermatology at Naval Medical Center San Diego, serving as the Department head; where he will spend his remaining years on active duty. Beyond this, he is an assistant professor at the Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences, and continues his involvement in academia. In his teaching, he spends time covering all aspects of dermatology, including Botox, collagen fillers, chemical peels, including surgical and cosmetic procedures such as lasers; while maintaining general dermatology in his daily practice.

Beyond the dermatoscope, Dr. Hardy is an avid cyclist and enjoys riding from the hills to the ocean. When not cycling, he spends time with his wife Jennifer, two kids Grace and Walter, and cheers for the home team—Go Padres!