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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.

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.

Summer Conference Registration is OPEN!

President's Message | January 2021

Welcome to 2021! As you continue to serve on the frontlines, facing new challenges like E/M coding changes, I want to assure you that the SDPA is here to support your professional development with a two-part coding course and new distance education offerings.

SDPA Member Spotlight - JOE MONROE

Dive in, live it, drink it, read about it, see the patients, ask questions, attend conferences.

President's Message | November 2020

I'm incredibly grateful for our adaptable leaders who've innovated events like "Cocktails & Conversation," our dedicated five-person staff who bring our ideas to life, and especially for you, our members, whose partnership helps us advocate for DermPAs™ nationwide.

SDPA Member Spotlight - JAMES WORRY

I love dermatology because I am a visual person. I love the attention to detail and recognizing subtle differences in presentation of rashes or lesions.

President's Message | October 2020

I've been reflecting on how I've adapted to 2020's "new normal"—whether I've been a flexible "Twizzler" or an inflexible "pretzel stick." I'm proud to work with a team of "Twizzlers" who've made SDPA DIGITAL an incredibly engaging and educational virtual conference, and I can't wait to "see" you all there.

President's Message | September 2020

As September ends, I want to wish all PAs a happy PA Week, commending your unwavering commitment to patient care during the pandemic. I encourage you to never believe you are "just a PA," as our profession consistently shatters expectations, and I look forward to connecting with you all at SDPA DIGITAL 2020 in October.

SDPA DIGITAL 2020 - Registration OPEN!

President's Message | August 2020

As summer winds down, I'm reflecting on how different this fall will be, with a reimagined academic year for many. Similarly, the SDPA has reimagined its fall season by hosting our first-ever virtual conference, "SDPA DIGITAL 2020," offering exceptional education and networking opportunities.

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