Advocacy

March 11, 2020

SDPA, in partnership with AAPA, is pleased to extend a special invitation to PAs in dermatology attending the SDPA Annual Summer Conference 2019 in DC, or those living in the area, to participate in SDPA’s Capitol Hill Day on Wednesday, June 5.

On Wednesday, June 5, from 1:00-5:00PM, join forces with your fellow PAs from across the country in conducting face-to-face meetings with Members of Congress and staff on the key legislative issues that directly affect the future of the profession and the patients you serve.

I recently had the opportunity to attend a panel discussion on step therapy and dermatological care on Capitol Hill on behalf of the SDPA. The SDPA is a professional member of the Derma Care Access Network (DCAN), an organization that sponsors educational initiatives and advocacy programs designed to encourage informed policymaking about the benefits of access to approved therapies and appropriate clinical care.

Recently, several SDPA leaders attended the 2018 AAPA Leadership and Advocacy Summit in Washington, D.C. The event began with a full day dedicated to federal advocacy, as well as afternoon visits on Capitol Hill. The remainder of the event included sessions that were focused on advancing Optimal Team Practice, advocacy skill-building, and best practices for constituent organization leaders. I found this meeting to be very enlightening.