FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

The SDPA Summer Conference Returns to Washington, D.C., Bringing National Policy Focus, Education, and Leadership to Dermatology PAs Nationwide

WASHINGTON, D.C. — June 20, 2025 — FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
June 2025

The Society of Dermatology Physician Associates (SDPA) is proud to host its 2025 Summer Conference in the heart of the nation’s capital, uniting over 700 Dermatology PAs (DermPAs™), exhibitors, and thought leaders for an unforgettable week of education, advocacy, and connection. The conference will take place June 25–29, 2025 at the Marriott Marquis Washington, D.C.

The Summer Conference is the premier event for dermatology PAs — delivering CME-rich content, interactive experiences, and industry partnerships that help elevate and expand the role of DermPAs™ in clinical care and national healthcare policy.

Highlights of this year’s conference include:
• SDPA Hill Day on Capitol Hill in recognition of World Vitiligo Day — empowering PAs to advocate for access to care and inclusive dermatology policy
• A dynamic keynote lineup and 22 Category 1 CME credits across medical, surgical, and aesthetic tracks
• The launch of the expanded SDPA Diplomate, The Legacy of Excellence, backed by a $1 million investment to support advanced clinical education for DermPAs™
• Free skin checks and community engagement as part of the “Giving Looks Good on You” campaign, hosted by the Dermatology PA Foundation, the philanthropic arm of the SDPA.

“The SDPA Summer Conference is more than an event — it’s a homecoming for DermPAs™. It’s where medical education and careers are advanced, connections are deepened, and our members are reminded that they belong to something greater,” said Krista Paternostro Bower, SDPA CEO & Executive Director. “With this year’s focus on advocacy, education, and community, we’re showcasing what it truly means to have a professional home.”

Attendees can expect everything from high-impact learning and policy forums to networking events, interactive booths, and new product previews. The event is open to SDPA members, industry partners, and clinical leaders who support the growing impact of DermPAs™ across the country.

About SDPA
The Society of Dermatology Physician Associates (SDPA) is a 501(c)(6) non-profit professional organization composed of members who provide dermatologic care or have an interest in the medical specialty of dermatology. A mission-focused membership organization, SDPA advances the DermPA™ profession through knowledge, advocacy, leadership, and engagement. Founded in 1994, the SDPA currently has 5,125+ members, making it the largest constituent specialty organization of the American Academy of Physician Associates (AAPA). 

For more information on SDPA or its conferences, visit dermpa.org or follow the SDPA on Facebook, Twitter (@dermPA), Instagram (@derm_pa), and LinkedIn.

For more information or media inquiries, please contact:
Jordan Snelson
Vice President of Public Relations & Marketing
Society of Dermatology Physician Associates
E-mail: jsnelson@dermpa.org
Mobile: 303-332-4546