2025 SDPA Annual Summer Dermatology Conference
Join us for an inspiring event filled with learning, meaningful connections, and insights from leading dermatology professionals.
Experience the 2025 Summer Dermatology Conference, created by DermPAs™ for DermPAs™!
From June 25–29, enhance your expertise with cutting-edge dermatology education, interactive hands-on sessions, and unmatched networking opportunities. Elevate your clinical knowledge, refine your skills, and build lasting professional connections in an event designed to empower your career.
Early Bird Registration is Open Now!
Connect and grow with your fellow DermPAs™ in the heart of Washington, DC!
Set against the iconic backdrop of our nation’s capital, this conference is a must-attend event for DermPAs™ seeking education, collaboration, and inspiration. Join us for 21 Category 1 CME credits* through engaging live general sessions. Don’t miss this incredible opportunity—we’ll see you there!
This program is not yet approved for CME credit. Conference organizers plan to apply for 21 AAPA Category 1 CME credits from the AAPA Review Panel. The total number of approved credits is yet to be determined.
We are excited to announce our upcoming National Hill Day in Washington D.C., where we will advocate for the future of dermatology and highlight the critical role of PAs in patient care. Submit your interest today and be part of the movement to advance dermatology PA advocacy nationwide. We look forward to seeing you in D.C.! Click here to learn more.
Selected participants will receive training and support to amplify their advocacy efforts effectively.
Conference Medical Director
Ginette Okoye, MD
Dr. Ginette Okoye (née Hinds) is Professor and Chair of Dermatology at Howard University College of Medicine. Her areas of clinical and research expertise are in cutaneous disorders that disproportionately affect people with pigmented skin, including hidradenitis suppurativa, cutaneous T-cell lymphoma, and alopecia. Dr. Okoye left her native Trinidad & Tobago to attend Barry University, where she earned her BS degree. She then earned her Medical Degree from Columbia University’s College of Physicians & Surgeons and completed her dermatology residency training at Yale University, where she also served as Chief Resident. Dr. Okoye has published many scientific papers as well as a textbook on the science of textured hair (“The Fundamentals of Ethnic Hair”). She has been recognized by the American Academy of Dermatology with the 2023 Mentor of the Year Award, the 2021 Patient Care Hero Award, a Presidential Citation, and a Volunteerism Award.
In 2014, the Mayor of Point Fortin, Trinidad (her hometown) recognized her with an award for academic achievement and contributions to medicine. Dr. Okoye serves on the Board of the Hidradenitis Suppurativa Foundation and is the Co-Chair of the Scientific Committee of the Skin of Color Society. She serves on the Editorial Boards of the Journal of the National Medical Association and the British Journal of Dermatology. During the COVID19 pandemic, Dr. Okoye served as the Medical Lead for Howard University’s COVID19 Community Testing Initiative and the Medical Director of Howard University’s Employee COVID19 testing clinic.
