Impact Report — Vol. 5, Issue 2

In a time of shifting health care policy, workforce challenges, and evolving public expectations, your Academy’s commitment to protecting and advancing our specialty has never been more critical.
From Congress to state legislatures, we’ve led focused efforts to advocate for fair payment policies and protections against inappropriate scope of practice expansions. At the same time, we’ve invested in elevating the visibility and value of our specialty among the public, positioning our members as trusted, essential leaders in health care. Additionally, we’ve expanded access to high-quality CME, delivered valuable member resources, and strengthened our community through targeted engagement, networking, and learning opportunities.
This issue of the AAD/A Impact Report highlights the measurable impact of these efforts and the collective strength we’ve built together.
Advocating for you
We advocate on Capitol Hill and with private payers to protect your patients and your practice.

Hosted 130+ attendees, seven members of Congress.

CMS recognizes dermatologist lab expertise.

AADA advocates with insurers to ensure fair reimbursement.

Key state legislation signed into law.

AADA fights against unsafe scope of practice expansions.
Positioning the specialty
In the news and out in the world, we continue to position you as the experts, and the public is listening.

Garners hundreds of placements.

Millions of views secure dermatologists as the experts.

AAD’s robust public education effort proven effective.

Free skin cancer checks available throughout the country.
Member benefits
We know how important member benefits are to you — here’s a taste of what the Academy has to offer.

Over 850 images available to help with patient diagnoses.

New app makes courses easier than ever to access.

The weekly podcast offers unique education perspectives.

Learn what to do if a measles patient seeks your care.

Retains #1 position as most impactful dermatology journal.