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 …
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 …