2010 WDS Newsletter Archive

Winter 2010 (Volume 14, Issue 3)

IN THIS ISSUE:
  • PRESIDENT’S MESSAGE: "Although you will read this column after the New Year begins, I am writing this message as Thanksgiving and the holiday season approach. This time of year makes me especially mindful to appreciate and give thanks for my many blessings. I am thankful for my family, friends, health, a fulfilling profession, and the opportunity to serve in the leadership of the WDS and AAD. Sometimes we must remind ourselves to stop for a moment and take stock of our lives. There will always be things that..."
    ~ By Lisa Garner, MD  (Read More Online Here)
  • 36th WDS Annual Meeting Luncheon
       Sunday, February 6, 2011 - Noon
       Hilton New Orleans Riverside
       Grand Ballroom | New Orleans, LA
        (Read More Online Here)
        (Buy Tickets & Register Online Here)
  • ROSE PARADE OF CASES ~ By Tania Cestari MD, PhD
  • MEMBER PROFILE: Dr. Kim Dernovsek
    A Life Dedicated to Prevention, Health Outreach, and Service
    ~ By Jennifer Tan, MD
  • INTERNATIONAL PROFILE: Evangeline B. Handog, MD
    ~ By Rashmi Sarkar, MD
  • MEMBER PROFILE: Bari Cunningham, MD: Hope at “The End of the Road”
    ~ By Jennifer Tan, MD
  • LIVING HISTORY: Gloria Graham, MD
    ~ By Lisa Grandinetti, MD
  • CELEBRATING PARENTHOOD: Pearls & Words of Wisdom from Our Members
    ~ By Jenny Murase, MD
  • A LULLABY FOR WDS MOTHERS AND FATHERS: After a Sleepless Night...
    ~ By Jenny Murase, MD
  • MAKING A DIFFERENCE:
    • Play Safe in the Sun outreach Season Ends with a Bang in Danville, CA
      ~ By Sonia Badreshia-Bansal, MD (Event Co-host)
    • A very special and heartfelt thank you to the entire team of enthusiastic volunteers
  • CALL FOR VOLUNTEERS:
       Visit www.womensderm.org/committees/signup.html
  • TOP 10 REASONS TO BE A WDS MEMBER
  • DONORS: The WDS wishes to thank the following donors who have made contributions as of November 12, 2010.
  • READS & RECOMMENDS
  • CONTRIBUTORS: The Women's Dermatologic Society wishes to acknowledge these 2010 supporters for their contributions to the Society.
  • PETALS & PEARLS: WDS Members: If you have not yet done so order your complimentary WDS keepsake book Petals & Pearls on the WDS website today! Additional copies may be purchased for $65. Contact wds@womensderm.org or call 1-877-WDS-ROSE (973-7673) for details
  • WDS ANNUAL MEETING & LUNCHEON:
       February 3 - 6, 2011
       Hilton New Orleans Riverside | New Orleans, LA
        (Schedule of Events) | (Buy Tickets & Register Online Here)
  • ELECTIONS: 2011 WDS Officer and Board of Directors Candidates
  • PHYSICIANS LEADERS MENTORS: Three reasons to keep the WDS a vibrant organization! Donate today to the WDS Legacy Fund for a strong future. Visit www.womensderm.org/legacy and make your donation
  • NEWS & NEWSMAKERS ~ Compiled by Michelle Pennie, MD
  • SAVE THE DATE: 2011 Member Renewal Forum
       August 2 & 3, 2011 | New York City Vicinity
  • 2011 MEMBERSHIP RENEWAL: Renew your membership today! Here are three easy options to continue the benefits of the WDS.
    • Renew online: www.womensderm.org/members/renew
    • Renew by phone: Call the WDS Headquarters at (877) WDS-ROSE
    • Renew by fax: Fax your invoice to the WDS Headquarters at (571) 527-3105

      Questions please contact the WDS at toll-free at 1-877-WDS-ROSE (937-7673) or via e-mail wds@womensderm.org

Download the Winter 2010 Newsletter (pdf • 1.6mb)

Fall 2010 (Volume 14, Issue 2)

IN THIS ISSUE:
  • PRESIDENT’S MESSAGE: "Another summer has come and gone. Football is everywhere; it must be fall! Already? Each fall I am amazed that the year has moved so swiftly. I hope each of you had a wonderful summer and had the opportunity to treat yourself and family or friends to a vacation. As you will see in this newsletter, the WDS has been very busy..."
    ~ By Lisa Garner, MD  (Read More Online Here)
  • MEMBER PROFILE: Dr. Vera Price, MD
    ~ By Eve Lowenstein, MD, PhD
  • LIVING HISTORY: Marie-Louise Johnson, MD, PhD
    ~ By Lisa M. Grandinetti, MD
  • YOUNG PHYSICIAN’S CORNER
    ~ Prepared by Sumayah Taliaferro, MD
  • CALL FOR VOLUNTEERS:
    Visit www.womensderm.org/committees/signup.html
  • INTERNATIONAL NEWS: Luitgard G. Wiest, MD - Profile Series on Prominent International Women Dermatologists ~ By Dedee F. Murrell, MD, Chair, WDS International Affairs Committee
  • WDS NEWS: AAD Summer Meeting Report ~ By Tami Cassis, MD
  • MAKING A DIFFERENCE:
    • NY Members Conducted 326 Free Skin Checks in Manhattan for Melanoma Month outreach at L'Oréal Headquarters
    • California Members to volunteer at Upcoming Major LPGA Event
    • Illinois, Virginia and Connecticut Members Helped Thousands Learn How to Play Safe in the Sun!
  • PHYSICIANS LEADERS MENTORS: Three reasons to keep the WDS a vibrant organization! Donate today to the WDS Legacy Fund for a strong future. Visit www.womensderm.org/legacy and make your donation
  • DONORS: The WDS wishes to thank the following donors who have made contributions as of September 14, 2010
  • CONTRIBUTORS: The Women’s Dermatologic Society wishes to acknowledge these 2010 supporters for their contributions to the Society
  • READS & RECOMMENDS
  • INTERNATIONAL NEWS: Inaugural Women’s Dermatology Society Reception a Success at EADV ~ By Jasna Lipozenčić and Branka Marinović, with input from Jennifer Tan
  • WDS HAPPENINGS:
    • First WDS Networking Reception held in Australia
    • Girls Golf and Sun Safety
    • June 5 Networking Reception: New Orleans
  • PETALS & PEARLS: WDS Members: If you have not yet done so order your complimentary WDS keepsake book Petals & Pearls on the WDS website today! Additional copies may be purchased for $65. Contact wds@womensderm.org or call 1-877-WDS-ROSE (973-7673) for details
  • WELCOME NEW MEMBERS: Congratulations and welcome to our newest members!
  • WDS AWARD PROGRAMS
        (Details Online Here)
  • WWW.PLAYSAFEINTHESUN.ORG - WDS recently created three public service announcements (PSA’s) promoting sun safety, which are shown on The Golf Channel, several websites, and various social media platforms
        (Watch Online Here)
  • SCHEDULE OF EVENTS: WDS Annual Meeting & Luncheon Thursday, February 3 - Sunday, February 6, 2011
        (Details Online Here)
  • MEET THE NEW WDS STAFF:
    • David Wright, Director of Marketing
    • Jeremy McShan
  • 2011 WDS DUES INCREASE NOTICE
  • 2011 MEMBERSHIP RENEWAL
  • NEWS & NEWSMAKERS ~ Compiled by Michelle Pennie, MD

Download the Fall 2010 Newsletter (pdf • 1.4mb)

Spring 2010 (Volume 14, Issue 1)

IN THIS ISSUE:
  • PRESIDENT’S MESSAGE: "As I embark on my year as President of the WDS, I remain in awe of my predecessors. The women who have led this organization have made enormous contributions to dermatology and to the advancement of women in medicine. They remain dedicated to this Society and share my belief that the WDS fills a unique need in dermatology..."
    ~ By Lisa Garner, MD  (Read More Online Here)
  • PAST PRESIDENT’S MESSAGE: "As I reflect upon my past year as WDS President, I am exceedingly proud of all we were able to accomplish during my term, and as my final President’s message, I would like to share five highlights with you..."
    ~ By Wendy E. Roberts, MD  (Read More Online Here)
  • WDS 2009–2010 Board of Directors  (Details Online Here)
  • WDS ANNUAL MEETING LUNCHEON:
    • WDS Celebrates 35 Years with Tributes to Extraordinary Women ~ By Rochelle Torgerson, MD, PhD
    • WDS Honors Outstanding Women At the 35th Anniversary of the WDS, Awards were presented to outstanding women who have made significant contributions to dermatology and to the WDS ~ By Kathy Hectorne, MD
      • Susan Weinkle, MD Given Rose Hirschler Award ~ By Kathy Hectorne, MD
      • Mary Maloney, MD Named WDS Mentor of the Year ~ By Tami Cassis, MD
      • Jean Bolognia, MD Recognized for International Contributions
      • Mary Lupo, MD Wins the President’s Award
  • WDS ANNUAL MEETING EVENTS:
    • BIG Event: Practice Enhancement Reception Office of Susana Leal Khouri, MD, Key Biscayne, FL - March 4, 2010 ~ By Cheryl Burgess, MD, Business Interest Group Co-chair
    • WDS Networking Reception: Lively Rooftop Reception Celebrates the Wonderful World of WDS, South Beach, FL - March 5, 2010 ~ By Jenny Murase, MD
  • IN MEMORIAM: A Life Too Short But Lived Fully Marie-France Demierre (1967-2010)
    ~ By Suzanne Olbricht, MD
  • MAKING A DIFFERENCE:
  • WELCOME NEW MEMBERS: Welcome to the WDS! You are now a part of a growing and vibrant association of more than 1,600 members from around the world. We encourage you to become active in the WDS by participating in events and joining committees.
  • Meet the New WDS Staff!
  • PETALS & PEARLS DELIGHTS READERS: Complimentary and Extra Copies of Landmark Book Can Be Ordered Online
        (Order Online Here)
  • Top 10 Reasons To Be a WDS Member
  • 2011 WDS dues increase notice
  • The WDS wishes to thank the following donors who have made contributions as of March 29, 2010
  • CONTRIBUTORS: The Women’s Dermatologic Society wishes to acknowledge these 2010 supporters for their contributions to the Society
  • READS & RECOMMENDS
  • RESIDENT’S CORNER: 2009-2010 Resident’s Representative to the Board of Directors ~ By Kristen Mia Stewart, MD
  • NEWS & NEWSMAKERS ~ Compiled by Nicole C. Pace, MD

Download the Spring 2010 Newsletter (pdf • 1.5mb)

Winter 2009/2010 (Volume 13, Issue 3)

IN THIS ISSUE:
  • PRESIDENT’S MESSAGE: "As WDS readies to celebrate its 35th Anniversary at the Annual AAD meeting in Miami, this is a time for remembering our legacy and reflecting on the wonderful journey we have shared. In 1973, Dr. Miriam Reed and Dr. Wilma Bergfeld organized a..." - By Wendy E. Roberts, MD
        (Full Message Online Here)
  • INTERNATIONAL NEWS:
    • WDS Makes Strong Showing at the 10th International Congress of Dermatology in Prague ~ By Dedee Murrell, MD, Chair of the WDS International Affairs Committee
    • Dermatologists from Around the World Gather at the WDS Reception in Prague ~ By Rashmi Sarkar, MD with input from Jean Bolognia, MD and Amy Paller, MD
    • Exciting First for WDS and the Society for Investigative Dermatology ~ By Drs. Clara Curiel-Lewandrowski, Amy Paller & Suephy Chen
  • NEW MEMBER PROFILE: Meet Professor Jasna Lipozencic, MD PhD - New WDS International Member ~ By Branka Marinovic, MD PhD
  • CONTRIBUTORS: The Women’s Dermatologic Society wishes to acknowledge these supporters for their contributions to the Society’s programs and events at the following contribution levels...
        (Details Online Here)
  • WDS and WDS Foundation to Consolidate
  • 2010 WDS Officer and Director Candidates
  • WELCOME NEW MEMBERS
        (Details Online Here)
  • Meet our European Counterpart: EuWDS
  • WDS FOUNDATION: The WDS Foundation wishes to thank the following donors who have made contributions prior to October 1, 2009
        (Donation List Online Here)
  • Pledge for the Future of WDS!
        (Use Our Online Pledge Form Here)
  • WDS HAPPENINGS
  • MAKING A DIFFERENCE: WDS Volunteers Make Huge Impact at Four Sun Safety Events in August - Outdoor Enthusiasts of all Ages and Skin Types Reap Big Benefits at Busy Screenings in Three States
        (Details Online Here)
  • SCHEDULE OF EVENTS
        (Full Event Details Online Here)
  • READS & RECOMMENDS
  • WDS Career Development Award Program Broadened
        (Details Online Here)
  • WDS MEDIA DAY:
  • NEWS & NEWSMAKERS ~ Compiled by Nicole C. Pace, MD

Download the Winter 2009-2010 Newsletter (pdf • 1.73mb)

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