The Scottish Dermatological Society was founded in 1924. The aim of the Society is to promote, for the public benefit, the knowledge, teaching, and practice of dermatology. It achieves this through:
- collecting, collating and publishing information about dermatology
- stimulating, promoting and publishing appropriate medical and scientific research
- holding conferences, meetings and seminars.
The Society has a president, a secretary and an executive committee who meet regularly. Clinical and scientific meetings are held 3 times a year, and regular symposia on relevant topics are held jointly with members of other disciplines. The President represents Scottish Dermatologists on the Executive of the British Association of Dermatologists.
Message from society president, Dr Paula Beattie
I am honoured to replace Richard Weller as president of the SDS. During my presidency I hope to advocate for patients with skin disease and their Dermatologists across Scotland.
While we strive to tackle demand for new appointments with innovate ways of working and technology we must continue to progress quality of care for our patients with skin cancer and chronic inflammatory skin conditions which significantly impact the lives of our patients. We must do this while providing quality training for the next generation of dermatologists.
Message for Members
A reminder that SDS events, including the AGM, are booked via:
All members should login in with their own personal account and password rather than the generic account that was used previously. This will also enable us to ensure members details are up to date. If you are an active member but are unable to gain access to the website please email our administrator Stacy Smith - stacy.smith@aapct.scot.nhs.uk
New or established members who do not yet have access to the members area of the website should go through the "create a new account" option. This will allow us to update our records fully. Once your details are verified your account will be activated.
New members require to be nominated and seconded by existing members. The nomination should be emailed to the SDS secretary Dr Alison Honan and it will be put forward at the next executive meeting which are held 4 monthly. Thereafter a members account will be created. You cannot register to become a member on this website.