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President's Column | August 2025

As summer begins to wind down, a familiar rhythm returns. Baseball and soccer seasons wrap up, evenings grow quieter, and my boys—ages 14, 11, and 11—are making the most of every last moment of summer here in Wisconsin. Late-night swims, backyard games, and ice cream runs remind me how special this time of year is—a blend of calm, joy, and the sense that something new is just ahead.

Apremilast and IRA

The IRA’s drug price negotiations aim to lower costs but risk limiting patient access, treatment options, and future innovation. The SDPA urges policymakers to balance affordability with maintaining a broad range of therapies essential for individualized patient care.

DermPAs™: Enhancing Access to Quality Dermatologic Care Through Collaboration

DermPAs™ are highly trained medical professionals who work in partnership with board-certified dermatologists to expand access to timely, high-quality dermatologic care. Committed to collaboration and patient-centered care, DermPAs™ play an essential role in meeting growing healthcare demands.

Pharmacy Benefit Reform - New York S.1267-A

Pharmacy Benefit Reform Fails in 118th Congress New York S.1267-A Sets Precedent for States Moving Forward

President's Column | January 2025

Happy New Year! As we step into 2025, I encourage you to take full advantage of your SDPA membership benefits, including exclusive education, advocacy, networking, and professional growth opportunities to advance our profession together.

SDPA Strengthens Advocacy and Public Relations Program with Key Leadership Appointments

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

2024 - Joe Monroe Lifetime Achievement Award: Jane Mast

Jane Mast has enjoyed a remarkable career marked by her dedication to the DermPA™ profession and the communities she has served, demonstrating her commitment to expanding healthcare access, improving patient outcomes, and advancing the role of PAs in the medical field.

2024 - Educator of the Year Award

Bethany Grubb exemplifies the qualities of an outstanding PA educator through her unwavering dedication and extensive contributions to the field.

2024 - Service Award

As a DermPA™ and Active Duty Commander of the Air Force’s largest outpatient care clinic, Erin has had the rare opportunity to serve her patients and colleagues while also pursing her passion for service to this country.

2024 - New DermPA™ of the Year Award

Since graduating from the Medical University of South Carolina PA program in August 2021, Zachary’s journey as a DermPA™ has been marked by transformative contributions that elevated patient care and expanded access to dermatologic services.

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