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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.

President's Column | March 2023

March Madness brought its usual family excitement, while I’ve been dribbling many “presidential balls” to keep conference and organizational goals on track. From Boston planning to AAD collaborations, we’re pushing forward with hope, focus, and a vision to cut down the net at the end of this tenure.

President's Column | February 2023

President Lauren leads the organization in implementing strategic goals like a name change, collaborating with patient advocacy groups, and working towards JDPA indexing. Numerous projects are underway, aiming to enhance the DermPA profession and benefit members.

President's Column | January 2023

Another year passes quickly, reminding me of my father’s words as I balance family, postpartum recovery, turning 40, and leading SDPA through growth and change. As we enter 2023, I challenge us all to pursue daily progress, keeping our mission and profession at the forefront throughout the year.