Georgia Society of Dermatologists

PRESIDENT'S MESSAGE

The Georgia Society of Dermatologists, established in May 1958, is a statewide association, with a current membership of over 180 physicians, that strives to enhance the quality of human life by supporting an environment in which dermatologists can provide the highest quality of care.

The GSD provides representation to the Medical Association of Georgia and the American Academy of Dermatology.

All Georgia dermatologists are encouraged to be actively involved in GSD. We are open to your suggestions and comments. If you are a dermatologist in Georgia and currently not a member, we strongly urge you to JOIN TODAY! There is strength in numbers and we need the support of all active dermatologists to continue our efforts.

Enjoy the website. Take your time and browse awhile. Let us hear from you and how we can best meet your needs as a Georgia dermatologist. If you are interested in getting involved in the GSD please contact our office at the email and numbers below.

Mark Holzberg, MD

GSD President

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Highlights from the 55th Annual GSD Meeting, June 4 - 6, 2010. Jason Clark, MD (Emory) and Keith LeBlanc, Jr., MD (MCG) won the resident abstract competition; G. Williamson Wray, MD was voted into the office of Treasurer of the GSD; 9 colleagues were voted into membership, Jack Arbiser, MD, Suephy Chen, MD, Jamie Mackelfresh, MD, Brian Pollack, MD, Marilynne McKay, MD, Fiona O'Reilly, MD, Herbert Alexander, MD, Paola Bonaccorsi, MD and Jeff Smith, MD; and Mark Holzberg, MD transitioned into the office of President of the GSD for the 2010 - 2011 term.
The 2nd Annual GSD/ADA/SCAN Foundation Skin Cancer Awareness Day at the Capitol was held on Wednesday, March 24, 2010. Free spot skin screenings were provided for over 160 individuals. Read the Senate and House Resolutions. Pics coming soon.
The Georgia Society of Dermatologists has been named a 2010 Model State Society by the American Academy of Dermatology. The GSD has also been awarded a Special Recognition Award for Member Outreach.
The GSD congratulates fellow member, Alex Gross, MD! Dr. Gross was elected Vice Chair of the Georgia Composite Medical Board at their February meeting last week. He will take over as Chairman in July.
2011 GSD Annual Meeting - DATE CHANGE - The 56th Annual Meeting of the GSD is NOW scheduled for June 10-12, 2011. Mark your calendars!
The GSD congratulates fellow member, Rutledge Forney! Dr. Forney is the Medical Association of Atlanta 2009 - 2010 President.

SAVE THE DATE

56th Annual GSD Meeting

June 10 - 12, 2011

Kiawah Island Golf Resort

Kiawah Island, South Carolina

Keynote Speakers

Robert Baran, MD - Cannes, France

Richard Bennett, MD - UCLA

Sincere thanks to all

Speakers, Attendees and Exhibitors

for a successful

55th Annual GSD Meeting

June 4 - 6, 2010

Ritz-Carlton, Amelia Island, FL

QUICK LINKS

GSD PURCHASE MENU

- Pay Member Dues

- Contribute to the GA DERM PAC

- Contribute to the GSD Legislative Fund

- Contribute to the Reifler Memorial Lectureship Fund

- Pay Annual Meeting Fees (Attendee & Exhibitor)

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