Diversity in Dermatology presents

The Achieve Program

A Core Practice Curriculum Advancing the Future of Dermatology PAs & NPs

Medical dermatology is the core and foundation of dermatology. Many patients seeking dermatology care are suffering from psoriasis, atopic dermatitis, rosacea, acne, a rash, or an infection and are hopeful to see someone with experience that will treat their disease state and improve their quality of life. The Achieve Program was developed with this in mind. This program will help develop the core practice and medical dermatology foundation needed to improve patient outcomes, compliment on-the-job training, and enhance practices of dermatology PAs and NPs with less than 3 years of experience. 

Diversity in Dermatology is invested in the future and education of dermatology PAs and NPs. It is our mission to assist in decreasing the gaps in core medical dermatology, to improve patient care and outcomes, and increase collaboration between PAs, NPs, and Dermatologists.

Achieve Program Agenda & Objectives

The Ideal Candidate

Benefits of the Achieve Program

Featured Faculty

Raj Chovatiya, M.D., Ph.D.
Chicago, Illinois

Pearl Kwong, MD
Jacksonville, Florida

Theodore Rosen, MD
Houston, Texas

Richard Usatine, MD
San Antonio, Texas

Tracey C. Vlahovic, DPM
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Heather Woolery-Lloyd, MD
Miami, Florida

Course List

Intro to Dermatology

Intro to Dermoscopy

Recognizing Benign Lesions

Malignant Lesions You Won’t Want to Miss

The Approach to Atopic Dermatitis

Differential Diagnosis of Dermatitis

The Approach to Psoriasis

Papulosquamous Diseases

Recognition and Management of Infections

Hidradenitis Suppurativa

Diseases of the Nail

Hair and Scalp Disorders

Skin Manifestations of Systemic Disease

Disorders of Hypo and Hyperpigmentation

Childhood and Viral Exanthems

Autoimmune Disorders

Bullous & Blistering Diseases

Oral Lesions

Genital Diseases and Disorders

Dermatopathology

Photoaging and Sun Protection Basics

Common Procedures in Dermatology

Topical Corticosteroid Pharmacology

Please note: Courses are subject to change

CE credit provided by AKH Inc., Advancing Knowledge in Healthcare.

In support of improving patient care, this activity has been planned and implemented by AKH Inc., Advancing Knowledge in Healthcare and BCI Management and Communications. AKH Inc., Advancing Knowledge in Healthcare is jointly accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE), and the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), to provide continuing education for the healthcare team.

AKH Inc., Advancing Knowledge in Healthcare has been authorized by the American Academy of PAs (AAPA) to award AAPA Category 1 CME credit for activities planned in accordance with AAPA CME Criteria. This activity is designated for 23.0 AAPA Category 1 CME credits. Approval is valid until December 1, 2025. PAs should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation.

This activity has been planned and implemented in accordance with the Accreditation Standards of the American Association of Nurse Practitioners (AANP) through the joint providership of AKH Inc., Advancing Knowledge in Healthcare and BCI Management and Communications. AKH Inc., Advancing Knowledge in Healthcare is accredited by the American Association of Nurse Practitioners as an approved provider of nurse practitioner continuing education. Provider number: 030803. This activity is pending approval of up to 23.0 contact hours of accredited education.

Program Mentors

Risha Bellomo,
MPAS, PA-C

Tracee Blackburn,
MPAS, PA-C

Andrea Brezill,
MMS, PA-C

Terry Faleye,
MPAS, PA-C

Shanna M. Miranti,
MPAS, PA-C

Cindy Sershen,
DCNP, FNP-BC