Member benefits
From residency to retirement, you can rely on us for premier educational opportunities, as a hub for innovation in patient care, and for the latest information impacting the specialty.
Gold standard of education
Created by dermatologists for dermatologists, our educational resources help you stay up to date on the latest treatments and procedures while furthering your professional development.
The educational offerings included with your membership can earn you more than 60 CME credits annually. These offerings include the Question of the Week, JAAD quizzes, the Dialogues in Dermatology podcast, and more. Learn more about our featured CME courses and the AAD Learning Center app.
Complimentary CME for Academy members
Question of the Week – 13 credits per year
JAAD CME Articles – 24 credits per year
Dialogues in Dermatology – 26 credits per year
Implementing Quality Practices to Avoid Medication Error for Methotrexate Use – 0.5 credits
Guidelines of Care for the Management and Treatment of Pediatric Psoriasis – 0.5 credits
Psoriasis Topicals and Non-Biologics Care Improvement Strategies: Guidelines – 0.5 credits
Psoriasis Phototherapy Guidelines and Care Improvement Strategies – 0.5 credits
Managing Co-Morbidities Associated with Psoriasis and Care Improvement Strategy – 0.5 credits
Psoriasis Biologics Guidelines and Care Improvement Strategies – 0.5 credits
Ethical Dilemmas in Dermatology – 1 credit
Skin of Color Curriculum – 15.25 credits
Clinical Photography for Skin of Color – 0.5 credits
Genital Skin Exam – 2 credits
Guidelines of Care for the Management of Actinic Keratosis – 0.75 credits
AAD Guidelines: Awareness of Comorbidities Associated with Atopic Dermatitis in Adults – 1 credit
Making Teledermatology Work for You: Practice Integration, Training, and Coding – 1 credit
The Emerging Use of Artificial Intelligence in Dermatology – 3 credits
Making Sense of the Expanding Molecular Toolbox for Skin Cancer Diagnosis – 6 credits
Advanced Imaging Techniques for Skin Cancer Diagnosis and Reduction Of Unnecessary Biopsies – 7 credits
Phototherapy and Systemic Therapies for Atopic Dermatitis in Adults: AAD Guidelines and Care Improvement Strategies – 0.75 credits
Navigating Clinical Trials: Essential Knowledge for Dermatologists – 7 credits
Management of Acne Vulgaris: AAD Guidelines and Care Improvement Strategies – 0.75 credits
Essential Wound Care: Basics Every Dermatologist Should Know – 7 credits
Introduction to Patch Testing – 5 credits
Examining the Relationship Between Healthcare Quality and Equity – 1 credit
Looking to enhance your own professional education material? The AAD Clinical Image Collection offers a comprehensive library of dermatological images across the full range of skin tones to enhance diagnosis accuracy and patient care.
Advocacy
We advocate for dermatology, making sure your unique expertise is fairly valued by payers and understood by your colleagues in the house of medicine and offering you opportunities to make your voice heard.
Our top legislative priority this year is fighting to reverse Medicare cuts. We also fight for dermatology with private insurers and at the state level, which includes scope of practice issues.
Meetings
We offer a variety of opportunities to share your knowledge and ideas, network with leaders in the specialty, and discover the latest enhancements in patient care. Members also receive exclusive discounted registration rates.
Learn about the 2026 Annual Meeting in Denver and the 2026 Innovation Academy in New York.
Practice management
You’re there for your patients; we’re here for you with programs and resources to help you achieve excellence in patient care by improving access and growing innovation.
We offer you templated appeal letters in our popular Prior Authorization Appeal Letter Tool. We continue to add to our library of coding resources. Our secure and private AAD Clinical Community has become a go-to online place for dialogue among dermatologists.
AAD’s DataDerm clinical data registry provides dermatologists with real-word data insights to help you assess and optimize your care, meet quality reporting requirements, and facilitate clinical research.
The AAD’s preferred providers offer members practical, money-saving solutions for personal and professional stability. From discounts on medical, surgical, and front-office supplies to personal and financial protection, these preferred provider programs can be your solution for work and life.
Positioning the specialty
The AAD continues to score wins with a robust public awareness program, called Your Dermatologist Knows, dedicated to making sure that the public understands that board-certified dermatologists are the leading experts in conditions affecting skin, hair, and nails. The program has generated millions of public views and engagements. Learn more about Your Dermatologist Knows.
Recently, we enhanced Find a Dermatologist, our site that allows patients to find and connect with dermatologists in their area, making it more mobile friendly and helpful. We also redesigned our Member directory, giving the member control over what information is visible and what should remain private.
These are just a few examples of the impact being an AAD member can have on you and your career in dermatology. Check out the latest issue of the Academy’s Impact Report to learn more.
Explore more popular resources from the AAD
DermWorld offers information about managing practices and incorporating clinical developments into patient care.
Access JAAD, which is designed to meet the clinical and continuing education needs of the dermatologic community.
AADCareerCompass.org is a job board for dermatology job-seekers. Search all open positions.
Questions?
Feel free to contact us with any questions. Our staff is available Monday – Friday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. CT. Please fill out this form for online inquiries.
Phone: AAD Public Information Center: (888) 462-DERM (3376) AAD Member Resource Center: (866) 503-SKIN (7546) Outside the United States: (847) 240-1280
Fax: (847) 240-1859
Mailing address: P.O. Box 1968, Des Plaines, IL 60017
Locations:
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