Role: Event Chair

Degree Candidacy: MD

Previous Degree: Physiology & Biophysics, MS; Psychobiology, BS

Current Professional School: Georgetown University School of Medicine

Year of Graduation: 2026

Bio: When I started medical school, I wanted to find a way to bridge my two biggest passions

within medicine—dermatology and advocacy for policies that would improve quality of care and

healthcare disparities for patients. This year we have the opportunity to bring such an initiative to

Washington, DC, the nation’s capital, and learn and share ways to become involved in

dermatology advocacy at a broader level alongside fellow trainees to bring into our careers as

physicians.

Role: Legislative/Advocacy Chair

Degree Candidacy: MD

Previous Degree: Biomedical Engineering, M. Eng (Cornell University);

Sociology/Environmental Biology, BS (University of California, Berkeley)

Current Professional School: Howard University College of Medicine

Year of Graduation: 2026

Bio: Brianna Watson is passionate about health policy, given her various internships and

fellowships on Capitol Hill: Fall 2020 Congressional Black Caucus Foundation Intern, 2022

Women's Congressional Policy Institute Fellow in Congresswoman Robin Kelly's office, and

2024-2025 Congressional Black Caucus Foundation Fellow in Congresswoman Terri Sewell's

office. Brianna's future career goals include working at the intersection of clinical research,

medicine, and policy, focusing on improving healthcare access and outcomes.

Role: Logistics Chair

Degree Candidacy: MD

Previous Degree: MS

Current Professional School: Howard University College of Medicine

Year of Graduation: 2026

Bio: Alicia Edwards, a Savannah native and Spelman College graduate, was inspired by her

mentors to pursue medicine and advocate for underserved communities, leading her to attend

Howard University College of Medicine. Her research focuses on skin conditions

disproportionately affecting patients of color, such as alopecia, hidradenitis suppurativa, and

vitiligo. Through leadership roles in various medical organizations, she works to create

opportunities for underrepresented students and aims to provide equitable, inclusive care while

influencing systemic change in healthcare.

Role: Topic/Issue Lead

Degree Candidacy: MD

Previous Degree: BS

Current Professional School: Georgetown University School of Medicine

Year of Graduation: 2027

Bio: I got involved in DTAD to help advocate for better access to dermatologic care, especially

for underserved communities, combining my interests in policy, public health, and patient

advocacy.

Role: Topic/Issue Lead

Degree Candidacy: MD

Previous Degree: BS (Major: Neuroscience, Minor: Psychology and Biology)

Current Professional School: George Washington University School of Medicine

Year of Graduation: 2026

Bio: Getting involved in DC DTAD as a medical student is a valuable opportunity to engage in

the discussion and development of policies that shape the future of dermatology education and

practice. As someone interested in health policy, being part of this group allows me to advocate

for systemic improvements while collaborating with like-minded individuals to influence the

direction of both the specialty and healthcare at large.

Role: Communications & Social Media Chair

Degree Candidacy: MD

Previous Degree: BS, Georgetown University

Current Professional School: Georgetown University School of Medicine

Year of Graduation: 2026

Bio: I joined DTAG to help bridge the gap between dermatology and public health by fostering

discussions on access to care, health equity, and innovation in the field. Through collaboration

and education, I hope to contribute to a more inclusive and informed dermatologic community.

Role: Marketing & Recruitment Chair

Degree Candidacy: MD

Previous Degree: Post-Baccalaureate, Johns Hopkins University; BS, Biomedical Sciences

(Honors; University College London)

Current Professional School: George Washington University School of Medicine

Year of Graduation: 2027

Bio: Anastasia’s interest in dermatology advocacy comes from her prior research

experience working with vulnerable populations and a strong desire to advance equity,

inclusion, and accessibility in dermatologic care.

Role: Research Coordinator

Degree Candidacy: MD

Previous Degree:  Masters in Public Health (The Dartmouth Institute for Health Policy and

Clinical Practice)

Current Professional School: Georgetown University School of Medicine

Year of Graduation: 2027

Bio: I chose to become involved with DTAG because of my tremendous passion for public

policy and its intersection with dermatology. Dermatology is a field that truly every person can

relate to, and changes that affect the field undoubtedly cascade and affect everything from large

scale regulation to day-to-day decisions made my people who simply care about their skin. I

want to play as active of a role as I can in helping shape the future of dermatology through

advocacy.

Role: Fundraising Chair

Degree Candidacy: MD

Previous Degree: BA Psychology, Physics, Georgetown University

Current Professional School: Georgetown University School of Medicine

Year of Graduation: 2026

Bio: As DC DTAG’s Fundraising Chair, I leverage my physician-scientist training, six-figure fundraising for women’s and minority-health equity, Capitol Hill advocacy on cosmetic-safety policy, and leadership of an inclusive dermatology startup to mobilize resources for the bold DEI initiatives that move our field forward. In a moment when this work demands more support than ever, I aim to help cultivate a dermatology workforce that mirrors the diverse communities we serve. As well as in recognizing that many conditions look different in skin of color and remain under-studied, I champion expanded research and training so every person feels seen, worthy, and expertly cared for—from bench to bedside.