From June 25–29, enhance your expertise with cutting-edge dermatology education, interactive hands-on sessions, and unmatched networking opportunities. Elevate your clinical knowledge, refine your skills, and build lasting professional connections in an event designed to empower your career.

We are excited to announce our upcoming National Hill Day in Washington D.C., where we will advocate for the future of dermatology and highlight the critical role of PAs in patient care. Submit your interest today and be part of the movement to advance dermatology PA advocacy nationwide. We look forward to seeing you in D.C.!

Dr. Ginette Okoye (née Hinds) is Professor and Chair of Dermatology at Howard University College of Medicine. Her areas of clinical and research expertise are in cutaneous disorders that disproportionately affect people with pigmented skin, including hidradenitis suppurativa, cutaneous T-cell lymphoma, and alopecia. Dr. Okoye left her native Trinidad & Tobago to attend Barry University, where she earned her BS degree. She then earned her Medical Degree from Columbia University’s College of Physicians & Surgeons and completed her dermatology residency training at Yale University, where she also served as Chief Resident. Dr. Okoye has published many scientific papers as well as a textbook on the science of textured hair (“The Fundamentals of Ethnic Hair”). She has been recognized by the American Academy of Dermatology with the 2023 Mentor of the Year Award, the 2021 Patient Care Hero Award, a Presidential Citation, and a Volunteerism Award.