Member Benefits

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Serving You So You Can Better Serve Your Patients

As a DermPA™, your dedication to patient care and the advancement of dermatology is unparalleled – but even the most skilled and passionate professionals achieve more with the right support, resources, and community. That’s where SDPA steps in. 

Becoming a member of SDPA isn’t just about joining an organization – it’s about finding a professional home, gaining access to invaluable tools, and aligning with a community that’s as passionate about dermatology as you are. 

TOP 5 WAYS YOU BENEFIT FROM SDPA MEMBERSHIP

1. Exclusive DermPA™ Education & Career Resources

Access hundreds of CME opportunities through the SDPA Online Learning Center with exclusive member discounts. Use the Career Center to find DermPA™ job openings, mentors, and tools. Distinguish yourself with the SDPA’s Diplomate Fellowship™, the premier training program for PAs in dermatology. Stay informed with cutting-edge research and insights in the Journal of Dermatology for PAs (JDPA).

2. Build Professional Connections

SDPA is a place where you belong. Network with a vibrant community of 5000+ professionals who share your passion for all things Dermatology and care about your success. Build connections with your DermPA™ peers and industry leaders at renowned SDPA Dermatology Conferences with 1400+ attendees annually.

3. Career Support & Mentorship

Gain support from a community that’s been where you are. Receive guidance and encouragement with seasoned DermPAs™ as your mentors at any stage of your career. Consult your peers for tips to advance your career or best practices for dermatology care through SDPA Connect, our exclusive online member community.

4. Advocacy for the DermPA™ Profession

Join efforts to champion policies on the federal, state, and health plan level that directly impact DermPA™ practice and improve patient outcomes. Stay informed and take action on initiatives to support equitable access to healthcare and expand DermPA™ roles. Explore volunteer opportunities and contribute to the future of the profession by advancing DermPA™ education. Serve as a leader who represents the profession on a national level, ensuring DermPA™ voices are heard and respected.

5. Unlock Exclusive Member Perks

Fellow

FELLOW / $150 

Practicing DermPAs™

 

*Additional Fees Apply

  • Discount on SDPA Conferences
  • Online Conference CME Recordings Discount
  • Complimentary Webinars
  • Access to SDPA Connect Online Community
  • Access to Diplomate Fellowship Program*
  • Access to Online Learning programs
  • SDPA eNewsletters
  • Federal & State Advocacy Opportunities
  • Members-Only Website Content
  • Full Access to JDPA & JDPA CME
  • DermPA Career Center
  • Free Supervising Physician Membership
  • Leadership Opportunities (Board, Committees, Volunteer )
  • Business Discounts (DermLite, VisualDx, and More)
  • New MD Anderson Cancer Center Dermoscopy Course*
  • Career Center Job Posting Early Access (First Two Days)
  • Discounted Member Pricing for Job Postings
DermNP

DERMNP / $130 

Dermatology Nurse Practitioners (Full-Time or Part-Time)

 

*Additional Fees Apply

  • Discount on SDPA Conferences
  • Online Conference CME Recordings Discount
  • Complimentary Webinars
  • Access to SDPA Connect Online Community
  • Access to Diplomate Fellowship Program*
  • Access to Online Learning programs
  • SDPA eNewsletters
  • Federal & State Advocacy Opportunities
  • Members-Only Website Content
  • Full Access to JDPA & JDPA CME
  • DermPA Career Center
  • Free Supervising Physician Membership
  • Leadership Opportunities (Board, Committees, Volunteer )
  • Business Discounts (DermLite, VisualDx, and More)
  • New MD Anderson Cancer Center Dermoscopy Course*
  • Career Center Job Posting Early Access (First Two Days)
  • Discounted Member Pricing for Job Postings
Associate

ASSOCIATE / $130 

PAs Working in Other Specialties

 

*Additional Fees Apply

  • Discount on SDPA Conferences
  • Online Conference CME Recordings Discount
  • Complimentary Webinars
  • Access to SDPA Connect Online Community
  • Access to Diplomate Fellowship Program*
  • Access to Online Learning programs
  • SDPA eNewsletters
  • Federal & State Advocacy Opportunities
  • Members-Only Website Content
  • Full Access to JDPA & JDPA CME
  • DermPA Career Center
  • Free Supervising Physician Membership
  • Leadership Opportunities (Board, Committees, Volunteer )
  • Business Discounts (DermLite, VisualDx, and More)
  • New MD Anderson Cancer Center Dermoscopy Course*
  • Career Center Job Posting Early Access (First Two Days)
  • Discounted Member Pricing for Job Postings
Affiliate

AFFILIATE / $130 

Other Health Professionals

 

*Additional Fees Apply

  • Discount on SDPA Conferences
  • Online Conference CME Recordings Discount
  • Complimentary Webinars
  • Access to SDPA Connect Online Community
  • Access to Diplomate Fellowship Program*
  • Access to Online Learning programs
  • SDPA eNewsletters
  • Federal & State Advocacy Opportunities
  • Members-Only Website Content
  • Full Access to JDPA & JDPA CME
  • DermPA Career Center
  • Free Supervising Physician Membership
  • Leadership Opportunities (Board, Committees, Volunteer )
  • Business Discounts (DermLite, VisualDx, and More)
  • New MD Anderson Cancer Center Dermoscopy Course*
  • Career Center Job Posting Early Access (First Two Days)
  • Discounted Member Pricing for Job Postings
Student

STUDENT / $25

PA and NP Students

 

*Additional Fees Apply

  • Discount on SDPA Conferences
  • Online Conference CME Recordings Discount
  • Complimentary Webinars
  • Access to SDPA Connect Online Community
  • Access to Diplomate Fellowship Program*
  • Access to Online Learning programs
  • SDPA eNewsletters
  • Federal & State Advocacy Opportunities
  • Members-Only Website Content
  • Full Access to JDPA & JDPA CME
  • DermPA Career Center
  • Free Supervising Physician Membership
  • Leadership Opportunities (Board, Committees, Volunteer )
  • Business Discounts (DermLite, VisualDx, and More)
  • New MD Anderson Cancer Center Dermoscopy Course*
  • Career Center Job Posting Early Access (First Two Days)
  • Discounted Member Pricing for Job Postings
Physician

PHYSICIAN / Free with SDPA Fellow Member

Dermatologists and Other Physicians

 

*Additional Fees Apply

  • Discount on SDPA Conferences
  • Online Conference CME Recordings Discount
  • Complimentary Webinars
  • Access to SDPA Connect Online Community
  • Access to Diplomate Fellowship Program*
  • Access to Online Learning programs
  • SDPA eNewsletters
  • Federal & State Advocacy Opportunities
  • Members-Only Website Content
  • Full Access to JDPA & JDPA CME
  • DermPA Career Center
  • Free Supervising Physician Membership
  • Leadership Opportunities (Board, Committees, Volunteer )
  • Business Discounts (DermLite, VisualDx, and More)
  • New MD Anderson Cancer Center Dermoscopy Course*
  • Career Center Job Posting Early Access (First Two Days)
  • Discounted Member Pricing for Job Postings
International DermPAs™

INTERNATIONAL DERMPA™ / $75  

DermPAs or Equivalent Healthcare Practitioners Outside the U.S.

 

*Additional Fees Apply

  • Discount on SDPA Conferences
  • Online Conference CME Recordings Discount
  • Complimentary Webinars
  • Access to SDPA Connect Online Community
  • Access to Diplomate Fellowship Program*
  • Access to Online Learning programs
  • SDPA eNewsletters
  • Federal & State Advocacy Opportunities
  • Members-Only Website Content
  • Full Access to JDPA & JDPA CME
  • DermPA Career Center
  • Free Supervising Physician Membership
  • Leadership Opportunities (Board, Committees, Volunteer )
  • Business Discounts (DermLite, VisualDx, and More)
  • New MD Anderson Cancer Center Dermoscopy Course*
  • Career Center Job Posting Early Access (First Two Days)
  • Discounted Member Pricing for Job Postings

Why Your Membership Matters:

Your SDPA membership benefits you and strengthens the entire DermPA™ community. Together, we achieve greater recognition, more opportunities, and a brighter future for the entire profession. Let’s move forward – stronger, smarter, and more connected.

Why Your Membership Matters:

Your SDPA membership benefits you and strengthens the entire DermPA™ community. Together, we achieve greater recognition, more opportunities, and a brighter future for the entire profession. Let’s move forward – stronger, smarter, and more connected.