Alexandria, VA, July 1, 2024 – North Carolina-based dermatology Physician Associate Amber Blair, MMS, PA-C, today assumed the role of president, Society of Dermatology Physician Associates Board of Directors. Blair, a DermPA™ with Dermatology, Laser and Vein Specialists of the Carolinas in Charlotte, North Carolina, will serve a one-year term leading the 10-member board.
“I am deeply honored and humbled to serve as the SDPA board president, dedicated to advancing the DermPA™ profession through knowledge, advocacy, leadership, and engagement,” Blair said. “As our profession expands and the demand for our highly educated, certified members increases, the SDPA's role as the premier nonprofit resource for DermPAs™ becomes even more critical. We stand committed to providing exceptional resources to ensure all DermPAs™ are supported throughout their entire careers, equipped to deliver superior patient care and distinguished as integral members of the healthcare team.”
“I eagerly anticipate a successful year collaborating with members and leaders to achieve our objectives with professionalism, integrity, and excellence,” Blair said. “We have a new vision, mission, strategic plan and bold goals, supported by an amazing board and dedicated volunteers who are ready to deliver!”
Blair brings over two decades of healthcare experience to her current role, with a diverse background and a passion for dermatology that is impressive. As a dedicated advocate for the profession, in addition to her clinical practice she has contributed numerous articles to peer reviewed dermatology journals, served as an educator for her colleagues, developed educational programming for dermatology professionals and served as a sub-investigator for clinical trials.
In 2016, Blair became involved with the SDPA, hosting Dermcast TV. She subsequently was appointed as the publication and communications committee chair and later elected to a position on the board as director at large, where she served for three years. Amber went on to serve as Secretary Treasurer for the organization before being elected to the position of President.
Blair graduated summa cum laude from the University of Central Florida’s Cardiopulmonary Science Program in Orlando, Florida, and subsequently worked in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) at Arnold Palmer Hospital. She earned her master’s in medical science in Physician Assistant Studies from Nova Southeastern University, in Orlando, Florida graduating cum laude and quickly found her home in Dermatology.
“SDPA continues to be at the forefront of advocating on behalf of DermPAs™ while providing essential knowledge and skills for DermPAs™ across the country. Amber’s long standing and dedicated service to SDPA, coupled with her extensive knowledge and exceptional leadership skills, provide the right combination to further transform the organization as an innovative and dynamic society,” remarked Krista Paternostro Bower MPA, CAE, CEO and Executive Director of SDPA. “I look forward to partnering with Amber this year to ensure continued success for our members.”
About SDPA
The Society of Dermatology Physician Associates (SDPA) is a 501(c)(6) non-profit professional organization composed of members who provide dermatologic care or have an interest in the medical specialty of dermatology. A mission-focused membership organization, SDPA advances the DermPA™ profession through knowledge, advocacy, leadership, and engagement. Founded in 1994, the SDPA currently has over 4,750+ members making it the largest constituent specialty organization of the American Academy of Physician Associates (AAPA). For more information, visit dermpa.org or follow the SDPA on Facebook, Twitter (@dermPA), Instagram (@derm_pa) and LinkedIn.
Contact: Kim Coghill,
Director of communications at kcoghill@dermpa.org
