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Impact Report — Vol. 5, Issue 2


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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.

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AADA hosts Capitol Hill Skin Cancer Check and Health Fair

Hosted 130+ attendees, seven members of Congress.

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Advocacy win: CMS suspends CLIA lab director requirements

CMS recognizes dermatologist lab expertise.

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Academy secures wins with private payers

AADA advocates with insurers to ensure fair reimbursement.

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AADA takes on step therapy reform, sunscreen access

Key state legislation signed into law.

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Protecting patients one state at a time

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.

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Your Dermatologist Knows content popular on social media

Millions of views secure dermatologists as the experts.

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2025 Skin Cancer Awareness Month a massive success

AAD’s robust public education effort proven effective.

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Firefighter Skin Cancer Checks care for community heroes

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.

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New Clinical Image Collection helps enhance patient care

Over 850 images available to help with patient diagnoses.

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Learning Center adds dozens of hours of free CME credit

New app makes courses easier than ever to access.

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Dialogues in Dermatology is now a free member benefit

The weekly podcast offers unique education perspectives.

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Measles resources help dermatologists manage outbreak

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

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JAAD wins again!

Retains #1 position as most impactful dermatology journal.