Events include…

  • lectures of how to be an effective advocate

  • learning about legislature affecting dermatology

  • talks from incredible speakers

  • putting advocacy into action!

History of DTAG

Launched in 2020 by Dr. Avery LaChance.

Since launching in 2020, over 20 states have joined the effort and host an annual Dermatology Trainee Advocacy Day.

TraineE DRIVEN, FACULTY SUPPORTED

  • Discuss key policy issues impacting health equity and access to care in dermatology

  • Emphasize the importance of physician and trainee engagement in advocacy

  • Introduce ways in which physicians can play a role in shaping policies at the local, state, and national level

  • Empower each of you to find your legislative voice today and beyond

The Why of dtag

Health Care & Policy are inevitably intertwined

  • Every year, thousands of bills are introduced at the state and federal level

  • Many of these are likely to effect our practice and patients

anyone can play a role in shaping health policy

Reaching out to your legislators about topics you are passionate about is crucial to help raise awareness

The dermatology trainee advocacy day aims to fill in a gap in advocacy education

There is a gap in current curriculum and what trainees desire to learn about advocacy.