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President's Column | March 2026

March always feels like that in‑between month—still winter on the calendar, but you can almost feel everything starting to wake up again. Here in Wisconsin, we’re still dealing with the dry air, the cold wind, and that classic “winter itch” that every DermPA knows all too well. But even with the snow hanging on, there’s a gentle shift in the air. The mornings feel a little brighter, the days stretch just a bit longer, and there’s a quiet sense of renewal that’s hard to ignore.

Inaugural - Educator of the Year Award

In all areas of her work, Professor Aycock has demonstrated a dedication to delivering excellent education and enhancing the future of the PA profession.

Inaugural - The Joe Monroe Lifetime Achievement Award

Today, SDPA is forty-three-hundred members strong, and we cannot thank Joe enough for all that he us done to bring us to together to where we are today as a profession

President's Message | October 2021

As October ends, I reflect on PA Week and encourage you to continue celebrating your accomplishments as Dermatology PAs. I'm also thrilled for our 19th Annual Fall Dermatology Conference in Los Angeles, where our CME Committee has prepared an outstanding program, and I invite you to join us for networking and the "Evening of Glitz & Glam."

President's Message | September 2021

SDPA’s Leadership Summit in Napa inspired leaders to embrace an entrepreneurial mindset and shared “The Perspiration Principles” for shaping their future. As we build the society together, it’s time to reflect on how you, too, can step into leadership.

President's Message | August 2021

April was a busy month as your SDPA Board met in DC to develop a new strategic plan centered on serving DermPAs through expanded education and networking opportunities. We’re also strengthening partnerships with patient advocacy groups to support both our profession and the patients we serve.

President's Message | July 2021

The SDPA is unveiling its new Strategic Plan, driven by a strong leadership team and dedicated volunteers to elevate the profession of Derm PAs. Members are encouraged to share their ideas and get involved as the organization embraces growth and innovation for the future.

President's Message | June 2021

It’s been an honor to serve as SDPA President during a challenging year, where we adapted quickly with a record-breaking virtual conference and expanded innovative education and patient partnerships. I’m grateful for our leaders and staff’s dedication and encourage you to volunteer and help shape the SDPA’s next chapter.

President's Message | April 2021

April was a busy month as your SDPA Board met in DC to develop a new strategic plan centered on serving DermPAs through expanded education and networking opportunities. We’re also strengthening partnerships with patient advocacy groups to support both our profession and the patients we serve.

President's Message | March 2021

It's hard to believe a year has passed since the pandemic began, but I'm encouraged by the vaccine rollout and the hopeful return to normalcy. I recently attended AAPA's virtual Leadership and Advocacy Summit, where we discussed crucial legislative efforts to ensure patient access to care, and I urge you to support these initiatives by joining AAPA and voting in the upcoming SDPA elections.

President's Message | February 2021

This February, as we celebrate Black History Month, I'm reflecting on healthcare disparities, especially for minorities, and how PAs are uniquely positioned to help. I'm personally committing to improving my cultural competency and challenge all Dermatology PAs to find ways, big or small, to contribute to lessening healthcare inequality.

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