June 18, 2018
Hot Topics promises “every new breakthrough”If you want to keep abreast of the latest developments in medications, therapies, and important issues in the specialty, “Hot Topics in Medical Dermatology” (S001) is a must. This popular session is designed to provide everything you need to know about what’s hot in dermatology right now, from the latest breakthroughs to the newest drugs. > MORE - How do you navigate your way to a bonus in MIPS?Most dermatologists who participate in Medicare are subject to the Merit-based Incentive Payment System (MIPS), which provides bonuses and penalties for “quality” performance. Many physicians merely aim to avoid penalties in the system, but dermatologists should realize that they can easily perform and report measures they are already doing or can very readily implement. > MORE
Biologics: The game changer of psoriasis treatmentResearchers continue to seek new, more effective treatments for psoriasis to help the more than 7.5 million Americans suffering from it. The session “” (S016) will review existing treatments and update you on emerging therapies for psoriasis and psoriatic arthritis. > MORE 
EADV/AAD symposium will highlight the “cultural dimension of medicine and dermatology”The European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology (EADV) and the AAD are joining forces to provide an expanded perspective on global topics of interest to dermatologists. The “EADV/AAD Joint Symposium” (S005) will feature speakers from both sides of the Atlantic Ocean who will discuss a diverse group of topics and the impact they will have on caring for patients. > MORE 
Practice your skills at “The Patient Encounter”Hands-on workshops are always popular, and few are as successful as the long-running series The Patient Encounter. > MORE 
Socializing at the Summer MeetingOne of the best parts about the AAD Summer Meeting is meeting up with colleagues, making new friends, and networking with other attendees. With so many great sessions and events to attend, it can be difficult to get face time with everyone you want to see, which is why social media is such a pivotal component of the meeting experience. > MORE 
Informative Industry Non-CME (INC) Programs scheduledHeld July 26-28, Industry Non-CME (INC) Programs at the 2018 AAD Summer Meeting provide companies the opportunity to highlight new products and present new research. INC Programs are independent and not part of the official AAD Summer Meeting as planned by its Scientific Assembly Committee > MORE 
AAD Meetings: Vital to resident educationYou know how important the AAD Annual Meeting has been for you — both personally and professionally — so it’s no question how helpful it can be for residents just starting their careers. > MORE
May 25, 2018
Sound like a native in ChicagoChicago is nicknamed “The Second City,” but when it comes to dermatology, no one doubts that the AAD’s Summer Meeting is the first place to put on your itinerary. > MORE 
Register for early bird rates for the 2018 AAD Summer MeetingIt’s that time again to register and book your housing for the 2018 AAD Summer Meeting, taking place at the Hyatt Regency Chicago, July 26-29, 2018, in the beautiful city of Chicago. Early Bird rates will be available for all attendee categories until June 20 at 12 p.m. (CT). > MORE 
Summer Meeting: Expanding your “therapeutic toolbox”“If it’s dry, wet it…if it’s wet, dry it…and if that doesn’t work, throw some steroids at it.”
The 2018 AAD Summer Meeting completely demolishes that “urban legend” about our specialty, and provides us with a view to the phenomenal advancements in our field that make dermatology an academically rigorous field of medicine. > MORE 
Get hands-on with popular returning sessionsDermatologists appreciate hands-on training when it comes to honing or learning new skills, which is why some of the most popular interactive sessions will be returning to the 2018 AAD Summer Meeting. > MORE 
Lasers, light sources, and energy-based devices…oh my!When using lasers in dermatology, it’s important to know how to optimize results in order to avoid complications. In this popular returning session, “Lasers and Light Sources in Dermatology” (F002), director Arisa Ortiz, MD, and expert faculty will emphasize how to avoid complications by reviewing topics > MORE 
You should be more socialAre you following @AADmember on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram yet? If not, now is the time to do so! Not only will you get continuous updates about the 2018 AAD Summer Meeting, but you’ll have the opportunity to connect with AAD member dermatologists from around the globe in a convenient, familiar spot. > MORE 
New session focuses on trends in dermatology practice modelsThis year, a brand-new session will be coming to the 2018 AAD Summer Meeting, titled “Trends in the Practice of Dermatology: Consolidation and the Role of Private Equity” (F013). This session will take place on Friday, July 27, from 7-9 a.m., > MORE
