Skip to content April 8, 2026 | JW Marriott Water Street | Tampa, Florida
Inaugural Event – Invitation Only
Presented by the Florida Society of Dermatology PAs (FSDPA)
The National Dermatology Leadership Summit is a landmark, invitation-only gathering uniting board members and key opinion leaders from PA dermatology state societies across the United States.
This inaugural event will convene the nation’s top dermatology PAs for an afternoon of high-impact discussions, strategic collaboration, and visionary planning — all designed to advance our profession and improve patient care.
Held as a pre-conference program to the New Wave Dermatology Conference, this summit offers an unprecedented opportunity to align priorities, share best practices, and strengthen our collective voice in dermatology.
Together, we will address the critical issues shaping the future of PA-led dermatology societies:
Best Practices in Nonprofit Management – Building sustainable, high-functioning organizations
Educational Initiatives & Scholarship Programs – Expanding knowledge and supporting future leaders
Philanthropic & Community Outreach – Leveraging film and photography to improve access to dermatologic care
Industry Partnerships – Exploring how industry can help grow and sustain PA-led organizations
Mutual Support Strategies – How societies can give back to industry partners and create lasting impact
This one-day summit is an exclusive platform for:
Board Members of PA Dermatology State Societies
Key Opinion Leaders in Dermatology
Visionaries committed to advancing the profession
We are entering a transformative era for dermatology PAs. This summit is designed to:
Elevate leadership capacity
Strengthen collaboration between societies nationwide
Develop unified strategies that enhance patient care
Inspire innovative solutions to our most pressing challenges
We welcome a select group of 4 exclusive sponsors to be part of this inaugural event. Sponsors will gain direct access to top decision-makers, enjoy unique networking opportunities, and position themselves as champions of PA-led dermatology advancement.
Email heather@thegatewaypro.com for our sponsorship prospectus.
Date: April 8, 2026
Location: JW Marriott Water Street, Tampa, Florida
Format: Half-day, pre-conference program to New Wave Dermatology
Audience: Invitation-only, National PA Dermatology State Society Leaders
Presented by: Florida Society of Dermatology PAs
