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Advocacy Blog: The High Cost of Delays

Every DermPATM has a story about barriers to effective treatment. 

NOW AVAILABLE! Module 6 of the Diplomate Fellowship Program

We're pleased to announce one of the remaining two modules, Module 6, of the Diplomate Fellowship Program is now available!

After completing Module 6, "Papulosquamous Eruptions And Eczematous Dermatosis," learners can expect to walk away with knowledge and understanding of:

Capitol Hill Hearing on Step Therapy | November 15, 2018

The SDPA is a professional member of the Derma Care Access Network (DCAN), an organization that sponsors educational initiatives and advocacy programs designed to encourage informed policymaking about the benefits of access to approved therapies and appropriate clinical care.

Member Spotlight | Jaclyn Sonia Agopian, MPAP, PA-C

 I love the team approach to medicine and I think PAs are truly proving how vital we are to providing quality and comprehensive care.

Congratulations Cynthia Trickett, PA-C, MPAS, for being named one of America's Top PAs

We'd like to congratulate Cynthia Trickett, PA-C, MPAS, for having been named one of America's Top PAs for 2018 by the Point of Care Network.

Member Spotlight | Robert Cory Zapotosky, PA-C

I was fascinated by how the human body could heal itself and how medicine could improve people’s lives.

Optimal Team Practice

The physician assistant (PA) profession has been around for 50 years and PAs are found in all areas of medicine including dermatology. Envisioned to address a shortage of physicians and based on the fast-track training of physicians during World War II, this profession started with former military medics who had a lot of experience, but no civilian opportunities to use that experience.

Highlights from the SDPA Leadership Summit

The SDPA Board of directors and Committee Chairs recently met, August 9-12th, in Banff, Canada, for their annual Leadership Summit. Not only was the location majestic but the meeting was empowering. This year was aimed at team building and positivity.

New President's Message | Joleen Volz

The new SDPA president thanks outgoing president Jane Mast for her dedicated service and highlights the challenges and opportunities facing dermatology PAs. Looking ahead, the SDPA aims to strengthen advocacy efforts, expand PR outreach, and encourage members to actively support legislation and participate in leadership.

New Member Benefit | Personalized Patient Education Mobile App

Today’s patients often arrive at their appointment knowing nothing about their condition and treatment– or they may also be misinformed from faulty information on the Internet. To address this problem, digital health company Vivacare provides medical professionals with a customizable mobile app for patient education and engagement.

Coming Soon! DPAF 2018 Charitable Run/Walk

Registration for the DPAF's Annual Charitable Run/Walk opens June 28th! This year the annual charitable run/walk will be in honor of Hidradenitis Suppurativa (HS) with all net proceeds going to the HS Foundation. Registration online opens Thursday, June 28th and launches at the Summer Conference at the DPAF booth as well. There are two great ways to participate, visit the DPAF website for more information.

 

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