Keloids are thought to be rare in children as they are most commonly seen in the second decade of life. This is thought to be due to the pathogenesis of the disorder brought on by hormonal changes in people in young adult hood. A recent study examined the demographic characteristics of non-burn-related keloids in children …
Hidradenitis Suppurativa (HS) is known to be correlated with a lower health-related quality of life (HRQoL). Patients with the condition contend with painful nodules that can leave disfiguring scars, and can have difficulty with everyday tasks such as walking, sitting, and working. About half of patients with HS have a psychiatric comorbidity, most commonly depression. …
The connection between what bacterium are found in our microbiome has been made to what type of acne lesions are more prevalent on the skin. Adult acne can be linked to the presence of Propionibacterium bacteria at sebaceous sites in adults. A recent study explored whether preadolescent bacterial microbiota may be different from that of …
The Society of Dermatology Physician Assistants (SDPA) Board of Directors with much thought and consideration fully endorse the American Academy of Physician Assistants (AAPA) proposed policy on Full Practice Authority and Responsibility (FPAR). The proposed FPAR policy includes the following actions with SDPA suggested edits in yellow highlight: ● Emphasize our profession’s continued commitment to …
Exciting Times Are Here… Join the SDPA as We Celebrate the PA Profession Turning Fifty Years Old Think back to fifty years ago… There was a significant physician shortage in the United States. Access to healthcare was very limited. Eugene A. Stead Jr., MD thought of an innovative solution to remedy the problem… create …
In June 2016, the SDPA was represented by President Jennifer Conner, Immediate Past President Matthew Brunner, and Past President Vicki Roberts at a meeting between specialty organization leaders and the NCCPA to discuss the recent proposed changes to our recertification process. The meeting included collaborative dialogue regarding the concerns with the proposal and potential solutions …