Employment at the Academy

Advancing excellence in dermatology

The American Academy of Dermatology (Academy or AAD) is a non-profit medical specialty association that was founded in 1938. All the work we undertake on behalf of our members, their patients, and the public is guided by our clear vision of ensuring healthy skin for all and ending suffering from skin disease and our mission of advancing excellence in dermatology.

With over 200 employees, we support the largest, most influential dermatology group in the United States. The AAD represents virtually all practicing dermatologists in the United States, as well as a growing number of international dermatologists, with a membership of over 21,000 physicians. The AAD is committed to advancing the diagnosis and medical, surgical, and cosmetic treatment of the skin, hair, and nails; advocating high standards in clinical practice, education, and research in dermatology; and supporting and enhancing patient care for a lifetime of healthier skin, hair, and nails.

The American Academy of Dermatology Association is the sister organization to the AAD and is the resource for government affairs as well as health policy and practice information for dermatologists. It plays a major role in formulating policies that can enhance the quality of dermatologic care.

All of the work undertaken by the American Academy of Dermatology on behalf of its members, their patients, and the public is guided by ourmission and vision, core values, and strategic goals. These elements are reflected in all the Academy’s programs, projects, and initiatives.

Core values

The Academy seeks to reflect the following values in all its programs and initiatives:

• Patient-first

• Member-centric

• Lifelong learning

• Visionary leadership

• Professionalism

• Unity

• Scientifically-founded

Strategic goals

The achievement of each strategic goal will move the Academy towards the realization of our vision: Ensure healthy skin for all and end suffering from skin disease.

Advocate to ensure that all member dermatologists can effectively and efficiently practice dermatology.

Design and deliver the gold standard of dermatologic education.

Strengthen and safeguard access to dermatologic care for all.

Facilitate optimal patient care through the collection, analysis, interpretation and utilization of data.