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Watch the WDS film, Salute to Service, as shown
at the WDS 34th Annual Meeting Luncheon
(Click Here)
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As your new President, I know for certain that we want to engage and involve you in WDS. Meaningful professional relationships and friendships are made through WDS networking, mentoring, career development and community service activities. At any time throughout the year, you can connect with this vibrant, powerful and highly talented network of colleagues...
(Click here for Dr. Roberts full message).
(WDS Leadership Through the Years — Past Presidents).
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Please enjoy the Summer 2009 issue of the WDS newsletter, featuring the 34th Annual Meeting Luncheon recap, lots of member photos, a tribute to Dr. Walter Shelley, along with a special Sponsor Appreciation Supplement.
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The WDS proudly announces that Ilona Frieden, MD was honored with the prestigious Rose Hirschler award at its 34th Annual Meeting Luncheon in San Francisco.
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Dr. Tina Alster is presented with the 2009 Mentor of the Year Award in recognition of her longstanding commitment to mentoring and her impact on women in dermatology.
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2008-2009 WDS President Suzanne Connolly, MD chose Marie-France Demierre, MD as the 2009 recipient of the President's Award.
The President's Award is given at the discretion of the President of the WDS to an individual or individuals of her choosing.
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The Women’s Dermatologic Society (WDS), now the nation’s third-largest dermatology organization, announces the 2009-2010 presidency of Wendy E. Roberts, MD, who took office during the WDS 34th Annual Meeting Luncheon held recently in conjunction with the American Academy of Dermatology Annual Meeting in San Francisco. Suzanne M. Connolly, MD, served as WDS President in 2008-2009.
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A new feature at the Women's Dermatologic Society website is our "Find A Dermatologist" online search. The WDS has dermatologists across the United States to serve you and now they can be easily found.
Just enter your zip code and search radius (in miles) into our "Find A Dermatologist" search and you will be provided a list of WDS-Member Dermatologists complete with distance, location and phone number. Most WDS Dermatologists even have available a map with directions to their location.
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WOMEN’S DERMATOLOGIC SOCIETY AWARDS RECORD NUMBER OF GRANTS IN 2008 BENEFITING DERMATOLOGY
$252,610 in grants awarded to 85 physicians and medical students to support professional growth and advance research in dermatology
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Hold a WDS Networking Reception in Your Area!
WDS is now offering the opportunity for its members to hold local networking receptions in their local areas. WDS will support these with a limited amount of funding which will be determined by the Networking Committee.
Plan a reception for fun, griping, and sharing with your fellow WDS members and prospective members. This is a first come, first serve. Funds are limited so ACT NOW!
(Full details and request form)
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Professional Training and Educational Opportunities for WDS Members
The goal of the Women’s Dermatologic Society Career Development Program is to provide WDS members opportunities to enhance their career development through participating in “hands-on” training or other educational activities. This program provides financial support for WDS members (of at least 3 years) to acquire specific skills to enhance professional development.
More Info - Career Development Grant Program (Apply Now) (2008 Winners) |
The mission of the Women’s Dermatologic Society is to help women in dermatology realize and fulfill their greatest potential by striving to:
- Foster, promote and support women’s issues in dermatology;
- Identify, train, and recognize women leaders in dermatology;
- Provide a forum for developing relationships through mentoring and building of coalitions;
- Provide a forum for the exchange of ideas and research relevant to women’s issues;
- Promote the highest possible standards of ethics, support of research, patient care, patient education and public education.
- WDS envisions a professional environment that recognizes the unique contributions by women in dermatology.
- WDS strives to ensure that women in dermatology have full access and opportunity for professional advancement.
- WDS focuses on balancing the diverse demands of medicine, family and community.
- WDS encourages and supports women to maximize their personal and professional potential and to contribute to our specialty and society.
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WDS Networking Receptions:
Friday, July 31, 2009.
During the AAD Summer Meeting
Boston, MA
Invitation & RSVP Online Here
Thursday, August 13, 2009.
During the PDA Annual Meeting
Portland, OR
Invitation & RSVP Online Here
Friday, August 21, 2009.
During the ADA Annual Meeting
Park City, UT
Invitation & RSVP Online Here
Friday, September 11, 2009.
During the Women’s and Pediatric Dermatology Seminar
San Francisco, CA
(Invitations & RSVP to come!)
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WDS Networking Luncheons:
October 3, 2009.
Hosted by the Women Dermatologic Surgeons Committee at the ASDS Annual Meeting
Phoenix, AZ
January 17, 2010.
At the 7th Annual ODAC conference
Orlando, FL
(Invitations & RSVP to come!)
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“ROSE PARADE OF WDS CASES”
Wed, October 7, 2009.
WDS Presentation at EADV in Berlin
Berlin, Germany
(Invitation & RSVP to come!)
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This half-hour program first shown on May 24, 2008 on NBC television
stations in ten major US cities.
Click here to learn more.
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Visit the WDS Merchandise Store
WDS Career Center
 The WDS is dedicated to supporting and developing effective women leaders in dermatology, both on the job and as they transition to new opportunities. The Career Center offers WDS members access to career resources and new employment opportunities specifically in the field of dermatology.
Specifically developed for dermatologists at all levels, the WDS Career Center offers applicants free job searching and resume posting, as well as discounted job posting rates for recruiters/employers. .
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The Women's Dermatologic Society supports the careers and professional development of women dermatologists.
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Why Join the WDS?
Read our "letters from residents" about exciting opportunities the WDS has to offer the Dermatology Professional.
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Membership Application
Become a member right now and take advantage of all the benefits of the Women's Dermatologic Society.
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We are pleased to announce the creation of the Women's Dermatologic Society Foundation, a non-profit organization dedicated to supporting the objectives and activities of the WDS.
