AAD Ballot Questions
What are the three most important values AAD board members should possess?
Passion: An unwavering commitment to advancing dermatology and improving patient care. Understanding and empathizing with the challenges faced by colleagues and patients, combined with a deep awareness of current issues in dermatology, enables informed and compassionate decision-making.
Leadership: The broader dermatology community, mentoring the next generation of dermatologists, and actively shaping the future of dermatology through advocacy. This involves selflessly championing the interests of both dermatologists and patients, addressing challenges facing the specialty, prioritizing the collective good over personal interests, and striving for accessible healthcare.
Professional integrity and collaboration: Upholding ethical standards and fostering an environment of trust and mutual respect, ensuring the sharing of knowledge and expertise that benefits the specialty and its patients.
What does a board member look like inside and outside the board room?
A board member exemplifies passion, visibility, enthusiasm, professionalism, integrity, commitment, and open-mindedness both inside and outside the boardroom.
Inside the board room, they engage in active listening, strategic thinking, thoughtful questioning, and collaborative decision-making, bringing diverse perspectives grounded in a deep understanding of dermatology, emerging issues, or developments, and dedication to the AAD's admission. They are prepared to contribute meaningfully to discussions.
Outside the boardroom, they serve as ambassadors for dermatology and AAD, advocating for dermatology and building relationships with colleagues and stakeholders. They understand that their actions reflect on the AAD and dermatology. By maintaining high ethical standards and demonstrating emotional intelligence, they build trust and inspire confidence among peers and the community, effectively stewarding the AAD's mission in all aspects of their role
Describe why you are the right candidate for this position at this time.
I bring extensive experience, passion, and unwavering commitment to the evolving needs of dermatology and the AAD. Through active involvement with the AAD and organized medicine, I understand the challenges and opportunities we face. I have worked to address Medicare reimbursement reform and prior authorization, reflecting my dedication to advocacy and healthcare policy.
My collaborative approach and leadership skills enable me to represent our members effectively. I have worked to elevate dermatology’s visibility in healthcare policy discussions, ensuring that our voices are heard. We need forward-thinking leadership that bridges the gap between clinical practice and broader challenges with reimbursement, healthcare access, and patient care.
I am prepared to contribute innovative solutions and strategic guidance to shape the future of dermatology and drive lasting, measurable change.
