Switching the NMA Derm meeting to virtual has certainly been a task. This reminds me of when I needed to suddenly switch my office from in-person to telederm-only visits. You probably did the same or something similar; just rolled up your sleeves and got to work. I certainly hope that you find the meeting fun and high-yield nonetheless.
I would like to point out highlights for the event:
FRIDAY
: The keynote speaker on Friday, July 31 will be
Stacey Abrams
. Immediately following is the NMA Derm Welcome Reception. First, get to know the fellow NMA Derm members right in your area. We will move you to your respective regions: West hosted by Dr. Peterson Pierre, Midwest hosted by Dr. Hope Mitchell, East hosted by Dr. Cheri Frey, and South hosted by Dr. Corey Hartman. Then, all of the regions join for us to talk with each other from across the nation. Towards the end, the medical students and dermatology residents will break off to their own room.
SATURDAY
: We have great talks designed to appeal to everyone. I've attached the latest program, which is subject to change. The most up to date program will be on the
NMA Website
. Saturday evening, we have a non-CME presentation by Dr. Autumn Burnette, an allergist at Howard University discussing dupixent. We are excited to introduce the IG Live segment where you can ask questions of presenters, discuss what you learned and more. Be sure to follow @NMADerm on instagram and facebook.
SUNDAY
: The keynote speaker on Sunday, August 2 will be Anthony S. Fauci, MD, Director of the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases. Be sure to tune in as past NMA Chair Van Coots, MD, Fmr Brigadier General will be a panelist. Immediately following is the symposium, "Why Black Women are Losing Their Hair" and other great presentations. AAD President Bruce Thiers, MD will provide the AAD Updates as well. In the evening, we will unwind and conclude the event with the online happy hour hosted by Drs. Cheri Frey and Corey Hartman.
ON-DEMAND: Several lectures will be available on demand and available for you to view through the end of the year.
Stay Safe,
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Chesahna Kindred, MD, MBA, FAAD
Chair
NMA Dermatology
