Krista Bower, MPA, CAE, currently serves as the CEO and Executive Director of the Society of Dermatology Physician Associates since September 2023. Bower has extensive leadership experience, previously holding the position of Chief Executive Officer at the American Board of Perianesthesia Nursing Certification from November 2017 to September 2023. Other notable roles include Executive Director of the Pennsylvania Psychological Association, Chief Operating Officer at the Logistics Officer Association and the Pittsburgh Technology Council, and serving as Senior Vice President of Membership at the Greater Greenville Chamber of Commerce. Bower's academic background includes a Master's of Public Administration and a BA in International Politics from Penn State University.
Society of Dermatology Physician Associates (SDPA)
The Society of Dermatology Physician Associates (SDPA) is a 501(c)(6) non-profit professional organization composed of members who provide dermatologic care or have an interest in the medical specialty of dermatology. A mission-focused membership organization, SDPA works to advance the DermPA™ practice through knowledge, advocacy, leadership and engagement by providing high-quality educational and professional development opportunities, while advocating for a practice environment that advances patient care. Its Fellow members are PAs who provide medical services with the collaboration of a board-certified dermatologist. Founded in 1994, the SDPA currently has over 4,800 members and is the largest specialty organization in the American Academy of Physician Associates (AAPA).