Dermatology PA Foundation

04/22/2024

From everyone at SDPA, enjoy a happy Passover with friends and loved ones.

11/30/2021

Today is and we are asking you to donate to the Dermatology PA Foundation (DPAF) today as we fund our initiatives for the year. Every contribution, large or small, helps us further our endeavors to improve the practice of dermatologic patient care by PAs and other medical professionals.

https://dermpafoundation.org/paypal

As a 501c3 charitable organization, your contribution to the DPAF is tax deductible and will be used to further philanthropic outreach, support patient advocacy groups, fund research and scholarships,
and support our patients.

We Thank You,
The Dermatology PA Foundation

11/30/2021

Tomorrow, for , Facebook is matching your donation, dollar for dollar. Will you help us fun dermatological research, send kids to summer camp, and award Mission Scholarships?

The funds that the DPAF receive during fund our initiatives year round.

11/24/2021

The DPAF is raising money for dermatological research, scholarships, and medical missions and is less than 1 week away. All donations are tax-deductible and every dollar counts. Will you make your annual or one-time contribution to the DPAF?

https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=98ESLRGQPVZ5G

We have a goal to reach $25,000. Please help make that a reality by supporting our campaign and donating.

The funds that the DPAF receives on helps to power our impact all year-round. It’s how we’re able to:

• Send kids to Summer Camp

• Award Mission Scholarships to advance dermatological research on and scalp and skin issues

• Advanced the field of Dermatology

Help support Dermatology PA Foundation by donating or sharing with your friends.

11/18/2021

Congratulations to raffle winners Jenny Laminack and Cynthia Trickett. Jenny won the Dermlite DL200 and Cynthia won the Dermatology for Advanced Practice Clinicians book which was autographed by its authors. Wow!

Both entered the DPAF's research fundraising raffle at the Elevate-Derm PA & NP Conference fall conference in Austin, Texas.

Thank you to all those who have donated to support the funding of DPAF's mission: "Education, Research, and Philanthropy to Advance the Field of Dermatology"

Can we ask a favor? Will you help us help others?
Donate to the DPAF today.
https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=98ESLRGQPVZ5G

The DPAF is a 501(c)(3) non-profit and your donation is tax-deductible.

11/15/2021

The DPAF thanks its volunteer Board Trustees for their participation and fundraising efforts during last week's Society of Dermatology Physician Assistants - SDPA annual Fall conference. The DPAF's board donated their time to attend the event and raise money for the DPAF's research initiates through T-Shirt sales and raffles for dermatoscopes.

(Pictured left-to-right)
MICHELLE DiBAISE, DHSC, PA-C, DFAAPA — VICE-CHAIR
FASEEHA RAZA MMS, PA-C — TRUSTEE AT LARGE
AMY BAUM-JONES, PA-C — CHAIR
MEGAN THOMAS, PA-C — TRUSTEE AT LARGE
JOLEEN VOLZ, DMSC, MPAS, PA-C, DFAAPA — TREASURER/SECRETARY
AARON CARMICHAEL — FOUNDATION DIRECTOR

11/06/2021

DPAF Board President Amy Baum-Jones (right) presents a new dermatoscope and dermoscopy book to Sara Rojek (left) at the Society of Dermatology Physician Assistants - SDPA 19th Annual Fall Conference.

The DPAF is currently raising money for dermatological research, scholarships, and medical missions.

Sara won the dermatoscope and book in a DPAF raffle at the event. Congratulations, Sara!

Did you know you can help the DPAF through Amazon Smile? You shop. Amazon pays. Click this link and authorize it. It's that simple. https://smile.amazon.com/ch/81-1072003
The DPAF thanks you.

11/05/2021

It's conference time and the DPAF's volunteer Board Members Megan Thomas, PA-C, and Joleen Volz, PA-C, are pictured here at the Society of Dermatology Physician Assistants - SDPA 19th Annual Fall Dermatology Conference which runs from November 4th through the 7th in LA.

Photo courtesy of Foundation Director Aaron Carmichael.

Thanks, Megan & Joleen. The DPAF appreciates you.

Donate to the DPAF today using Amazon Smile. https://smile.amazon.com/ch/81-1072003

Society of Dermatology Physician Assistants

10/28/2021

WE ARE JUST MINUTES AWAY! REGISTER TO VIEW THIS LECTURE AT 6PM PST TODAY!
https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZYtf--gpjstHt0bLWS2JfuyeKIAoeOi33MZ

Just moments away from the 6PM PACIFIC presentation via ZOOM for The DPAF Lecture Series where Douglas DiRuggiero, PA will be presenting a lecture titled "Under My Skin - A Holistic Approach to Support the Health and Wellness of Patients With Psoriasis." There will be two (2) broadcasts of this LIVE! event, each with different ZOOM audiences.

REGISTER NOW for the 6PM Event (PST) using this link:
https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZYtf--gpjstHt0bLWS2JfuyeKIAoeOi33MZ

Learning Objectives:

1. Review the burden of disease in patients with psoriasis to highlight the impact of disease beyond the skin.

2. Characterize best practices regarding the burdens of disease to support the recognition of patients who require additional care and holistic management.

3. Highlight practical opportunities to address burdens in patients with psoriasis to support improved patient care and outcomes and the overall health and wellness of patients.

This event takes place in just a few moments. Register via the link and then receive your ZOOM video login link. Easy. Hope to see you PA's, there.

Survey questions will be asked during the course of the presentation. The information gathered will help evaluate this non-branded educational program and help provide insights on participants' views on Under My Skin - A Holistic Approach to Support the Health and Wellness of Patients With Psoriasis

10/22/2021

Join us next Thursday, October 28th via ZOOM for The DPAF Lecture Series where Douglas DiRuggiero, PA will be presenting a lecture titled "Under My Skin - A Holistic Approach to Support the Health and Wellness of Patients With Psoriasis." There will be two (2) broadcasts of this LIVE! event, each with different ZOOM audiences.

This all happens next Thursday, October 28th @ 6PM Eastern (3PM PST) and then AGAIN to a new audience at 6PM Pacific (9PM EST).

Pre-Register for the 10/28 @ 6PM Eastern Event (EST) using this link:
https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZMpde6rrzkpGtDZadUD4DoOHvJ17HyL0aLO

Pre-Register for the 10/28 @ 6PM Pacific Event (PST) using this link:
https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZYtf--gpjstHt0bLWS2JfuyeKIAoeOi33MZ

Learning Objectives:

1. Review the burden of disease in patients with psoriasis to highlight the impact of disease beyond the skin.

2. Characterize best practices regarding the burdens of disease to support the recognition of patients who require additional care and holistic management.

3. Highlight practical opportunities to address burdens in patients with psoriasis to support improved patient care and outcomes and the overall health and wellness of patients.

Pre-Registration is required for this lecture event and is for Health Care Professionals only.

09/10/2021

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/dermatology-pa-foundation-super-seed-meatballs-tickets-164387476367

The Dermatology PA Foundation is proud and honored to collaborate with Homemade and Chef Ryan Ross to bring you fun and tasty recipes presented in an interactive cooking format. Register for the event and you'll receive your Event Packet which contains everything you need for the show. Register for this fun, virtual, interactive event!

*THE MENU*
Super Seed Meatballs

*DATE & TIME*
Thursday, September 23, 2021 @ 4pm PST / 7pm EST

*RSVP*
Please RSVP by registering on the Eventbrite page using the link below. After registering, you'll receive an email with your recipe packet and event login details.

*CLICK HERE TO RSVP TODAY*
https://dermpafoundation.org/virtual-cooking-event/

*ABOUT DINE WITH DPAF'S VIRTUAL COOKING EVENTS(
The Dermatology PA Foundation is proud and honored to collaborate with Homemade and Chef Ryan Ross to bring you fun and tasty recipes! The show's recipes are packed with super foods and anti-inflammatory ingredients. We are excited to be offer this resource for our DPAF members, supporters, and their patients.

A special invitation from the The Dermatology PA Foundation (DPAF) for a virtual interactive cooking event with Chef Ryan Ross of Homemade

06/16/2021

REGISTER NOW—VIRTUAL EVENT
https://dermpafoundation.org/virtual-cooking-event/

THE MENU
Basil and Pumpkin Seed Pesto Baked Chicken with Sweet Tomato and Zucchini Fettuccini

DATE & TIME
Thursday, June 24, 2021 @ 4pm PST / 7pm EST

RSVP
Please RSVP by registering on the Eventbrite page using the link at the top of this post. After registering, you'll receive an email with your recipe packet and event login details.

ABOUT DINE WITH DPAF'S VIRTUAL COOKING EVENTS
The Dermatology PA Foundation is proud and honored to collaborate with Homemade and Chef Ryan Ross to bring you fun and tasty recipes! The show's recipes are packed with super foods and anti-inflammatory ingredients. We are excited to be offer this resource for our DPAF members, supporters, and their patients.

A special invitation from the The Dermatology PA Foundation (DPAF) for a virtual interactive cooking event with Chef Ryan Ross of Homemade