The Acne Rosacea Society
A dedicated, varied group of dermatologists met recently at the American Academy of Dermatology annual meeting with a singular focus: elevating the understanding and treatment of acne and rosacea.Gathering for the first time, members of the newly established American Acne & Rosacea Society (AARS) met to discuss the group’s goals and objectives and to hear an entertaining keynote address from renowned dermatologist Albert Kligman, M.D., Ph.D.According to AARS President Guy Webster, M.D., Ph.D., “AARS was formed to promote research and education on the biology and treatment of acne.
Although acne and rosacea are common diseases that make up a large part of daily dermatologic practice, the academic community pays little attention to them. “We aim to correct this imbalance by encouraging investigation and developing young investigators.
Educational programs will be created to aid in resident training, and our meetings will provide a forum for presenting the latest research.”In addition to Dr. Webster, other Executive Committee members include President-Elect Hilary Baldwin, M.D., and Lee Zane, M.D., who is s Secretary-Treasurer. Founding Society Chairmen include Dr. Kligman, as well as Dr. John Strauss, Dr. Peter Pochi, Dr. Alan Shalita and Dr. Jim Leyden. The list of Founding Directors is equally impressive and includes the following: Diane Berson, M.D., David Cohen, M.D., James Q. Del Rosso, D.O., Lawrence Eichenfield, M.D., Julie Harper, M.D., Mark Jackson, M.D., Sewon Kang, M.D., Anne Lucky, M.D., Leonard Swinyer, M.D., and Diane Thiboutot, M.D.If you’re interested in learning more about this group or joining the AARS, contact Dr. Baldwin at hbaldwin@downstate.edu.
The AARS has not yet set a date for its next meeting; however, this enthusiastic group is sure to have a lasting impact.“Our inaugural meeting was a happy collision of veteran researchers and young acne specialists, a sort of hybrid of the All-Star Game and the Hall of Fame all at once,” says Dr. Webster. “With such a group assembled I expect great things to happen!”
Although acne and rosacea are common diseases that make up a large part of daily dermatologic practice, the academic community pays little attention to them. “We aim to correct this imbalance by encouraging investigation and developing young investigators.
Educational programs will be created to aid in resident training, and our meetings will provide a forum for presenting the latest research.”In addition to Dr. Webster, other Executive Committee members include President-Elect Hilary Baldwin, M.D., and Lee Zane, M.D., who is s Secretary-Treasurer. Founding Society Chairmen include Dr. Kligman, as well as Dr. John Strauss, Dr. Peter Pochi, Dr. Alan Shalita and Dr. Jim Leyden. The list of Founding Directors is equally impressive and includes the following: Diane Berson, M.D., David Cohen, M.D., James Q. Del Rosso, D.O., Lawrence Eichenfield, M.D., Julie Harper, M.D., Mark Jackson, M.D., Sewon Kang, M.D., Anne Lucky, M.D., Leonard Swinyer, M.D., and Diane Thiboutot, M.D.If you’re interested in learning more about this group or joining the AARS, contact Dr. Baldwin at hbaldwin@downstate.edu.
The AARS has not yet set a date for its next meeting; however, this enthusiastic group is sure to have a lasting impact.“Our inaugural meeting was a happy collision of veteran researchers and young acne specialists, a sort of hybrid of the All-Star Game and the Hall of Fame all at once,” says Dr. Webster. “With such a group assembled I expect great things to happen!”
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