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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.

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!

UPDATE: SDPA Doctorate Task Force

The SDPA has elected to dissolve the recently appointed SDPA Doctorate Task Force due to changes in the education offerings available to PAs who wish to advance their education and credentials. Based upon the announcement of two Doctor of Medical Science degree programs for PAs, the relevance and need for the Task Force was reconsidered.

Looking Forward to the New Year

In 2018, the SDPA aims to advance opportunities for dermatology PAs while countering misinformation and advocating for team-based care. We look forward to strong representation, educational growth, and highlighting the vital contributions of dermatology PAs nationwide.

Correcting Coldiron MisTruths, Again

The recent Dermatology News article "We have met the enemy and he is us" highlighted a problem the Society of Dermatology Physician Assistants has been aware of for some time: Some practices appear to put profit above the needs of the patients they serve. It should be noted that there is an incorrect assumption in this article, as with previous similar articles, that PAs billing for dermatological procedures using their own NPI are without supervision. 

SDPA Board of Director Elections 2018

Call for nominations!

The SDPA is pleased to announce the call for nominations for the 2018 Board of Directors and AAPA House of Delegates representative.

New Video CME Packages Now Available!!

NOW AVAILABLE! Our Conference Video Recording packages filmed on-site during the SDPA Annual Summer Dermatology Conference, held May 31 - June 4, 2017 in San Diego, California, are now available for purchase!
 
The SDPA records each conference session and provides them as enduring CME opportunities. Each recorded session features the PowerPoint and lecture video, side-by-side, to give you the feeling of being there in person.

Phase 2 of the Diplomate Fellowship is Here!

We are thrilled to announce that Phase 2 of the Diplomate Fellowship is here.

SDPA Fall 2017 | Important Update | Conference Cancelled

It is with great disappointment and heavy hearts that the SDPA Board of Directors, in coordination with our Conference CME Committee, has made the difficult decision to cancel this year’s Fall Dermatology Conference in San Juan, Puerto Rico.

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