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Our Mission: Stronger Together for Better Patient Care.

Our Mission

To advance the practice of dermatology for nurse practitioners and physician assistants through education, research, leadership, and collaboration.

Our Pillars

  • Education

    Provide high-quality, evidence-based educational opportunities to enhance clinical knowledge and practice excellence.

  • Research

    Support and promote research to advance dermatologic care and improve patient outcomes.

  • Leadership

    Develop and empower nurse practitioners and physician assistants to be leaders in dermatology.

  • Collaboration

    Foster a supportive community that encourages the exchange of ideas, experiences, and best practices.

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Our Vision

A Thriving Dermatology Community in Connecticut and Beyond.

We envision a dynamic and inclusive community of dermatology NPs and PAs who are recognized for their expertise, leadership, and commitment to exceptional patient care, improving skin health outcomes for all.

Our Affiliation

CTNPPA is proudly affiliated with Diversity in Dermatology (DID), a national professional community dedicated to advancing dermatology through education, inclusion, mentorship, and collaboration.

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