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From the Hill: What the One Big Beautiful Bill Act Means for Dermatology PAs

Washington recently passed the wide-ranging One Big Beautiful Bill Act, a sweeping legislative package that touches everything from energy to tax reform.

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.

President's Message | July 2020

Every July, the SDPA leadership team welcomes new volunteers passionate about advancing dermatology PAs. To get involved, identify your interests, connect with the relevant committee chairs, and take a step toward leadership—together, we grow as professionals and leaders in our communities and beyond.

Meet new SDPA President, Archana Sangha, MMS, PA-C

As Derm PAs, we have the ability to change the lives of our patients. I believe in the SDPA, and our ability to leverage the passion, strength and dedication of our members into a very bright future for the Derm PA profession.

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