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President's Column | February 2026

I’m writing this month’s newsletter as we sit under a -20° windchill here in the Midwest, while much of the rest of the country is buried under feet of snow. At this point, it’s officially “too cold to snow” in Wisconsin—something I’m still not sure is good news or bad news. And as we brace for yet another round of winter weather, I can’t help but think of Groundhog Day… because let’s be honest, some of our clinic days can feel a little like that too.

SDPA Announces Publication of First Clinical Practice Guidelines Addressing the Use of Laboratory Testing in Diagnosing Alopecia

Washington, D.C. (January 20, 2026)—The Society of Dermatology Physician Associates (SDPA) announced the publication of its first Clinical Practice Guidelines (CPG) addressing the use of laboratory testing in diagnosing alopecia, marking a major milestone for the organization, the dermatology PA profession, and clinicians caring for patients with the chief complaint of hair loss. 

SDPA Brings Leading Experts to Charlotte for Groundbreaking Insights at the Itch Conference

The Society of Dermatology Physician Associates will host its inaugural “Itch Conference” on March 27-28, 2025, in Charlotte, NC, focusing on the latest advances in understanding and treating itch-related conditions.

SDPA Strengthens Advocacy and Public Relations Program with Key Leadership Appointments

SDPA Urges Action to Support Step-Therapy Reform Bill S.1267-A

Society of Dermatology Physician Associates Celebrates National PA Week

SDPA Statement on CMS Proposed Cuts to Medicare Payments

Experienced DermPA™ and Advocate for Dermatology, Education and Patient Care Assumes Presidency

DermPAs™ Comment on Dangers of Counterfeit Botox Products

Noncompete Clauses: DermPAs™ Comment

Physician Assistant Profession Ranks 5th in List of 100 Best Jobs

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