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President's Column | January 2026

January is a time of fresh starts—but for many of us in dermatology, it can also feel like a whirlwind. Formularies shift, deductibles reset, and new coding changes loom on the horizon. It’s a lot. And if you’re feeling a little overwhelmed, you’re not alone.

That’s why SDPA is here.

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.

 

Get ready for the SDPA Annual Summer Dermatology Conference in Seattle!

We have an exciting conference planned, including:

Events, Receptions and Parties oh my! | We’ve planned several great events for this year’s summer conference that provide amazing opportunities for networking and fun with your fellow attendees, including an Arrival Reception on Wednesday, June 27th, from 5:30PM to 7:30PM – the perfect way to kick-off the conference and your evening in Seattle.

New Grad? New Membership Category.

Now that you’ve graduated, remember that you qualify to upgrade to either Associate or Fellow membership.

SDPA & AAPA Respond: JAMA Dermatology Study Fundamentally Flawed

JAMA Dermatology Study Fundamentally Flawed: SDPA & AAPA Respond... Read the full response on Dermcast.tv

AAPA Leadership and Advocacy Summit Recap & the Importance of Donating to the PA PAC

The PA PAC is a bipartisan political action committee of the AAPA. It is the only federal PAC that is dedicated to advancing the PA profession. The mission of the PA PAC is to allow individual PAs to share in the opportunity to support federal candidates for Congress who have demonstrated their belief and understanding of the principles to which the PA profession is dedicated.

Wrapping Up My Year as President & Looking Ahead | Jane Mast

As my year as SDPA President ends, I am grateful for your dedication advancing our profession despite a challenging year. Now is the time for all of us to stay involved and defend dermatology PAs to protect and propel our profession forward.

AAD/SDPA Leadership Meeting Recap

Last month, SDPA leaders journeyed to San Diego for our annual meeting with the leadership of the AAD, and for the first time in many years, the AAD was adequately represented by their board of directors. In most recent years, these meetings have been attended by only a few individuals and seemingly lacked momentum to make progress in our common goals. 

The SDPA Celebrated PAs with a Special Reception at AAD 2018!

On Friday evening February 16, 2018, the SDPA held a reception honoring dermatology PAs during the AAD Annual Meeting in San Diego, California.

Nominations Now Being Accepted for State Affiliate of the Year

Calling All SDPA Affiliate Leaders!

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