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SDPA Announces New Management Partnership with Affinity Strategies
Washington DC —October 2, 2026 — The Society of Dermatology Physician Associates (SDPA) today announced that it has entered into a new association management partnership with Affinity Strategies, a nationally recognized association management firm, effective October 1, 2026.
Under the new partnership, Affinity will provide operational management and administrative support across SDPA's core functions, including membership services ,education and credentialing, meetings and events, advocacy and industry relations. SDPA's mission, governance, and member-facing programs remain unchanged.
SDPA's full slate of member benefits, including the Diplomate™ Fellowship program, the Journal of Dermatology Physician Associates (JDPA), SDPA Connect, and signature conferences, will continue without interruption throughout the transition.
Looking Ahead
SDPA's Board of Directors views this partnership as an investment in the Society's long-term strength: a foundation built to expand SDPA's reach, deepen its advocacy, and sustain best-in-class service to its members for years to come.
Members and partners with questions may contact Nancy MacRae, Interim CEO @ nmacrae@dermpa.net
About SDPA
Founded in 1994, the Society of Dermatology Physician Associates (SDPA) is a 501(c)(6) non-profit professional organization and the largest constituent specialty organization of the American Academy of Physician Associates (AAPA). SDPA advances the DermPA™ profession through knowledge, advocacy, leadership, and engagement. For more information, visit dermpa.org.
