Professional Development

Heather Gates, PA-C, brings her dermatology expertise into a conference management business to enhance education for professionals of all levels.

Explore how dermatology PAs and NPs are transforming patient care through technology, advocacy, and peer education with Andrew Baker, MBA, MPAS, PA-C.

As we celebrate National APP Week, Melodie Young, MSN, A/GNP-C, highlights the evolution of dermatology NPs and PAs, emphasizing their vital role in patient care and ongoing professional development.

Matthew Bruno, PA-C, explores the transformative impact of AI at Maui Derm NP+PA Fall, emphasizing its benefits, ethical concerns, and the need for clinician engagement.

Andrew Baker, MBA, MPAS, PA-C, discusses new data highlighting both the growing challenges—like burnout and reimbursement cuts—and exciting opportunities in leadership, virtual care, and mentorship for PAs and NPs.

Strong mentorship provides resilience for young clinicians navigating evolving challenges in practice.

Explore career transitions in healthcare as PAs Renata Block, DMS-c, MMS, PA-C, and Jessica Dell'Aquila, MS, PA-C, share insights on professional growth and evolving roles in dermatology.

Renata Block, DMSc, MMS, PA-C, interviews Amy Snow, PA-C, who shares how she transformed career roadblocks into a mobile dermatology clinic delivering free care and hope across Oregon.

Heather Gates, PA-C, shares insights on the importance of continuous learning, mentorship, and legislative reform for PAs and NPs in dermatology.

In her presentation at Fall Clinical NP/PA, Heather Gates, PA-C, shared how professionals can enhance their practice using AI and social media, fostering authenticity and patient trust in a digital age.

Amanda Caldwell, MSN, APRN-C, is fostering community and collaboration for NPs and PAs as the new president of the SDNP.

Amanda Caldwell, MSN, APRN-C, is promoting accessibility, education, and relatability as the newly inducted president of the Society for Dermatology Nurse Practitioners.

Strengthening interdisciplinary relationships remains a central part of Baker’s focus.

Michael Rubio, PA-C, and Renata Block, MMS, PA-C discuss the complexities associated with practicing telemedicine, especially as a PA.

Michael Rubio, PA-C talks with Renata Block, MMS, PA-C, about his virtual care platform and how it can expand access to care.

Renata Block, MMS, PA-C, and Michael Rubio, PA-C discuss the complexities of developing a telehealth program in the world of dermatology.

Uniting all professions should be the goal as it concerns the patient and the access to care.

At the inaugural Horizons in Advanced Practice meeting, Douglas DiRuggiero, DMSc, MHS, PA-C, discussed how NPs and PAs can advance their professional growth by seizing opportunities to share their clinical experiences.

At the inaugural Horizons in Advanced Practice meeting, Lakshi Aldredge, MSN, ANP-BC, reviewed complex cases on AD and PsO and the role of PAs and NPs in advancing patient care.

At the inaugural Horizons in Advanced Practice meeting, Dr. Noor highlighted the value of amplifying the voices of physician assistants and nurse practitioners to advance patient care.

Share your insights, challenges, and clinical success stories while connecting with colleagues in a new Dermatology Times forum.

Renata Block, PA-C, and Karan Lal, DO, discuss the critical role of advanced practice providers in dermatology, the power of mentorship, and how collaborative learning improves patient outcomes.

Learn more about the latest in dermatology from Sheila Fallon Friedlander, MD; Melodie Young, MSN, ANP-c; Raj Chovatiya, MD, PhD, MSCI; Julie Harper, MD; and Matthew Zirwas, MD.

Health care professionals are recognizing the growing need for advanced technology in modern medical practice.

Since the first electronic medical record emerged in 1972, clinicians have found themselves increasingly trapped behind screens.