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Jan 28 2020
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ODAC DERMATOLOGY AESTHETIC & SURGICAL CONFERENCE 2020

By A Note from Shelley, ODAC

NEW YORK (Jan. 28, 2020) – A Note from Shelley Tanner, SanovaWorks CEO/President

The SanovaWorks team was at our usual mid January event, The ODAC Dermatology, Aesthetic & Surgical Conference held January 17-20 in Orlando, Florida.

This year we celebrated a sold out conference with over 850 attendees that included US dermatologists, ARTE Scholar residents, dermatology nurse practitioners/physician assistants and industry leaders. The 11 breakout sessions, 12 sponsored sessions,10 live demonstrations, 10 roundtable sessions, and industry supported sessions, each with over 75 attendees and a brand new, 4-hour pre-conference aesthetic workshop with Dr. Shino Bay Aguilera were filled. 

A successful Monday program for 100+ dermatology residents and young dermatologists with hands-on injection training a young dermatology leader and mentorship program that offered seven dermatology residents the opportunity to connect one-on-one with leaders in the various areas of dermatology. 

Outstanding Educator & Mentor in Dermatology Award

The ODAC Dermatology, Aesthetic & Surgical Conference, in partnership with the Journal of Drugs in Dermatology (JDD), honored dermatologist Susan H. Weinkle, MD, with the Outstanding Educator & Mentor in Dermatology Award at the conference. 

It is a pleasure and an honor to recognize the tireless work of exceptional leaders in Dermatology, not only do these dermatology leaders dedicate their entire lives to benefiting patients every day, but after the “work day” ends, they spend countless hours involved in activities to improve the specialty’s future. We congratulate Dr. Weinkle for being chosen for this award. The award recognizes individuals who have demonstrated a long-standing commitment to educating and mentoring the next generation of dermatologists, and who have devoted a major portion of his or her professional life to enhancing the practice and profession of dermatology through education.

“Physicians around the globe have learned so much from Dr. Susan Weinkle,” said dermatologist and ODAC vice conference chair Joel Cohen, MD. “Susan has given all of us in aesthetics so much of her time and energy, and I am honored to present this award to her.”

More About Susan H. Weinkle, MD

Dr. Weinkle is an assistant clinical professor of dermatology at the University of South Florida, Tampa, Florida. She is a past president of the Women’s Dermatological Society and the American Society for Dermatologic Surgery. In addition, Dr. Weinkle is a former committee chair and member of the board of directors of several dermatology organizations, including the American Academy of Dermatology, Dermatology Foundation, and Florida Society of Dermatology and Dermatologic Surgery. Dr. Weinkle is in private practice in Bradenton, Fla., specializing in Mohs Micrographic Surgery and cosmetic dermatology. Her daughter, Allison, will join the practice upon completion of her dermatology residency and fellowships in cosmetic dermatology and Mohs Micrographic Surgery.

The recipient of the Outstanding Educator & Mentor in Dermatology Award, given by the Journal of Drugs in Dermatology, is nominated and chosen through the recommendation of a panel of senior national thought-leaders in dermatology, a committee of dermatology practitioners and several industry leaders.

About the JDD

The Journal of Drugs in Dermatology (JDD), a full-color, peer-reviewed publication indexed with MEDLINE ® /PubMed ® , was founded by dermatologist Perry Robins, MD. Now in its 19th year, it offers one of the fastest routes to disseminate dermatologic information, and is considered the fastest growing publication in dermatology, presenting original articles, award-winning case reports, and timely features pertaining to new methods, techniques, and drug therapy in dermatology, which provide readers with peer-reviewed content of the utmost quality. JDD is available complimentary to US dermatologists, residents, nurse practitioners and physician assistants.  Sign up at JDDonline.com. 

When the SanovaWorks team is in the ODAC zone and we are producing this conference and presenting awards for exceptional work, it is all worth that extra effort and push we give. I want to thank my team, the physicians, exhibitors and everyone who made ODAC 2020 a success.

Planning for ODAC January 15 – 18,  2021 is underway and I look forward to another successful and (SOLD OUT!) conference. Join us as an attendee or supporter.  

Cheers!

Shelley

Shelley Tanner, President CEO SanovaWorks

Jan 21 2020
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Susan Weinkle ODAC Award

ODAC VICE CHAIR SUSAN WEINKLE, MD RECOGNIZED AS OUTSTANDING EDUCATOR & MENTOR

By ODAC, Press

ORLANDO, Fla. (Jan. 21, 2020) – The ODAC Dermatology, Aesthetic & Surgical Conference, in partnership with the Journal of Drugs in Dermatology (JDD), honored dermatologist Susan H. Weinkle, MD, with the Outstanding Educator & Mentor in Dermatology Award at the conference held January 17-20 in Orlando, Fla.

The award recognizes individuals who have demonstrated a long-standing commitment to educating and mentoring the next generation of dermatologists, and who have devoted a major portion of his or her professional life to enhancing the practice and profession of dermatology through education.

“It is a pleasure and an honor to recognize the tireless work of exceptional leaders in dermatology,” said Shelley Tanner, CEO and president of SanovaWorks, which produces the JDD, ODAC, Derm In-Review and Next Steps in Dermatology. “Not only do these dermatology leaders dedicate their entire lives to benefiting patients every day, but after the “work day” ends, they spend countless hours involved in activities to improve the specialty’s future. We congratulate Dr. Weinkle for being chosen for this award.”

“Physicians around the globe have learned so much from Dr. Susan Weinkle,” said dermatologist and ODAC vice conference chair Joel Cohen, MD. “Susan has given all of us in aesthetics so much of her time and energy, and I am honored to present this award to her.”

Dr. Weinkle is an assistant clinical professor of dermatology at the University of South Florida, Tampa, Fla. She is a past president of the Women’s Dermatological Society and the American Society for Dermatologic Surgery. In addition, Dr. Weinkle is a former committee chair and member of the board of directors of several dermatology organizations, including the American Academy of Dermatology, Dermatology Foundation, and Florida Society of Dermatology and Dermatologic Surgery. Dr. Weinkle is in private practice in Bradenton, Fla., specializing in Mohs Micrographic Surgery and cosmetic dermatology. Her daughter, Allison, will join the practice upon completion of her dermatology residency and fellowships in cosmetic dermatology and Mohs Micrographic Surgery.

The recipient of the Outstanding Educator & Mentor in Dermatology Award, given by the Journal of Drugs in Dermatology, is nominated and chosen through the recommendation of a panel of senior national thought-leaders in dermatology, a committee of dermatology practitioners and several industry leaders.

 

Jan 22 2019
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Dr. Alan Menter at ODAC Award from JDD

ALAN MENTER, MD, HONORED BY ODAC AND THE JOURNAL OF DRUGS IN DERMATOLOGY

By Press

ALAN MENTER, MD, HONORED BY ODAC AND THE JOURNAL OF DRUGS IN DERMATOLOGY

ORLANDO, Fla. (Jan. 22, 2019) – The ODAC Dermatology, Aesthetics & Surgical Conference, in partnership with the Journal of Drugs in Dermatology (JDD), honored dermatologist Alan Menter, MD, with the Outstanding Researcher & Educator in Psoriatic Disease Award at the conference held January 18-21 in Orlando, Fla. The award recognizes Dr. Menter’s significant contribution and lifetime commitment to the advancement of psoriatic disease research as well as his work guiding the next generation of psoriasis experts and researchers.

“Dr. Menter has dedicated his career to improving psoriasis treatment options and standards of care while also pouring countless hours into up-and-coming psoriasis experts and researchers, ensuring his legacy will continue for generations to come,” said Shelley Tanner, CEO and president of SanovaWorks, which produces the JDD and ODAC.

Bobby Mansouri, MD, became a dermatologist after serving as a research fellow under Dr. Menter and, as such, gives testimony to Dr. Menter’s impact on dermatologists and their patients.

“Dr. Menter has led the way as a champion for psoriatic disease,” said Dr. Mansouri. “It is because of people like Dr. Menter that the newest generation of dermatologists will thankfully never know the full struggle of managing psoriatic patients without targeted therapies. His dedication to psoriasis and research is one of the major reasons thousands upon thousands of patients finally have their psoriasis controlled.”

Dr. Menter is the chair of the Department of Dermatology and director of the Dermatology Residency program at Baylor University Medical Center in Dallas. In 2018, he was awarded Top Dermatologist of the Year by the International Association of Top Professionals, and in 2013, he received the Lifetime Achievement Award from the National Psoriasis Foundation. He founded the International Psoriasis Council in 2003. Dr. Menter is currently co-chair of the American Academy of Dermatology Psoriasis Guideline Work Group. He has served as an ODAC faculty member for two consecutive years.

The recipient of the Outstanding Researcher & Educator in Psoriatic Disease Award, given by the Journal of Drugs in Dermatology, is nominated and chosen through the recommendation of a panel of senior national thought-leaders in dermatology, a committee of dermatology practitioners and several industry leaders. The Journal of Drugs in Dermatology (JDD), a full-color, peer-reviewed publication indexed with MEDLINE®/PubMed®, was founded by dermatologist Perry Robins, MD. Now in its 18th year, it offers one of the fastest routes to disseminate dermatologic information, and is considered the fastest growing publication in dermatology, presenting original articles, award-winning case reports, and timely features pertaining to new methods, techniques, and drug therapy in dermatology, which provide readers with peer-reviewed content of the utmost quality. The JDD is overseen by an International Editorial Board of more than 160 renowned experts and reaches more than 30,000 dermatology healthcare practitioners worldwide.

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Jun 01 2018
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Eliot Battle Skin of Color Award Dermatology Conference

ELIOT F. BATTLE, MD RECEIVES INNOVATIONS IN SKIN OF COLOR DERMATOLOGY AWARD

By Press

JUNE 1, 2018

Eliot Battle, M.D., was awarded the Innovations in Skin of Color Dermatology Award by the Journal of Drugs in Dermatology at the Skin of Color Seminar Series (SOCSS) held in May in New York.

Dr. Battle, who is co-founder and co-chair of SOCSS, was recognized for his contributions in fostering innovation and improvement in dermatology through increased emphasis on skin of color education and research.

“Dr. Battle’s tireless support and advocacy has been instrumental in starting the industry wide shift towards dermatology education that is inclusive of all skin types,” said Shelley Tanner, CEO and president of SanovaWorks, which produces JDD and SOCSS. “Dr. Battle received the award for his commitment to safe, accessible, and cutting-edge dermatology care for patients of all ethnicities and for being a champion for this cause.”

Dr. Battle is CEO and founder of Cultura Cosmetic Dermatology and Laser Center in Washington, D.C. He is also the recipient of many national academic honors and awards, including having been inducted into the Alpha Omega Alpha medical honor society.

His research with Harvard Medical School helped usher in a new generation of non-invasive “color blind” cosmetic lasers. Dr. Battle is a member of the American Academy of Dermatology, American Society of Laser Medicine and Surgery and several international societies. In addition, Dr. Battle is past chairman of the dermatology section of the National Medical Association and past president of the Howard University Medical Alumni Association. He is on the medical staff at Howard University Hospital in the department of dermatology.

The recipient of the Innovations in Skin of Color Dermatology Award, given by the Journal of Drugs in Dermatology, is nominated and chosen through the recommendation of a panel of senior national thought-leaders in dermatology, a committee of dermatology practitioners and several industry leaders.