Resources
This section provides links to Web sites that focus on a range of topics relating to psoriasis and psoriatic arthritis. Follow the links to view resources such as medical societies, patient advocacy organizations, and government organizations that can provide additional information on psoriatic disease.
Organizations
- American Academy of Dermatology
The American Academy of Dermatology (AAD) is the nation's largest dermatologic association and is committed to advancing the diagnosis and treatment of the skin, hair, and nails; advocating high standards in clinical practice, education, and research in dermatology; and supporting and enhancing patient care.
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- British Association of Dermatologists
British Association of Dermatologists (BAD) promotes high-quality care for patients with skin disease, training and education of all personnel involved in delivery of dermatological care, and dermatology research to improve the understanding, diagnosis, and management of skin disease. The organization also raises awareness of all facets of skin health and disease to the public, influential bodies and the government.
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- Dermatology Nurses' Association
The Dermatology Nurses' Association (DNA) is a professional nursing organization comprising of a diverse group of individuals committed to quality care through sharing knowledge and expertise.
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- European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology
European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology (EADV) is a nonprofit association, founded in 1987, whose mission is to advance excellence in clinical care, research, education, and training in the field of dermatology and venereology and to act as the advocate and educator of patients, particularly those with cutaneous or venereal diseases.
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- Group for Research and Assessment of Psoriasis and Psoriatic Arthritis
Group for Research and Assessment of Psoriasis and Psoriatic Arthritis (GRAPPA) is organized exclusively for nonprofit, educational, and scientific purposes, specifically to facilitate sharing of information related to psoriasis and psoriatic arthritis, networking among different medical disciplines that see psoriasis and psoriatic arthritis patients and to enhance research, diagnosis and treatment of psoriasis and psoriatic arthritis.
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- International Psoriasis Council
The International Psoriasis Council (IPC) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to advancing psoriasis research and treatment by providing a forum for physicians, researchers, and other professionals working on psoriatic skin and joint disease.
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- National Institute of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Skin Diseases
The mission of the National Institute of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Skin Diseases (NIAMS), a part of the Department of Health and Human Services’ National Institutes of Health (NIH), is to support research into the causes, treatment, and prevention of arthritis and musculoskeletal and skin diseases; the training of basic and clinical scientists to carry out this research; and the dissemination of information on research progress in these diseases.
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- National Psoriasis Foundation
The National Psoriasis Foundation (NPF) is a national nonprofit organization with a focus on finding a cure for psoriasis and psoriatic arthritis through research, advocacy, and education. Each year, NPF serves more than one million people affected by psoriatic diseases.
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- Society for Investigative Dermatology
The Society for Investigative Dermatology (SID) is a professional membership organization serving scientists and physicians working in academic settings, researchers in government and industry, practicing dermatologists, residents, postdoctoral fellows, and members of the lay community interested in skin research. The SID’s mission is to advance and promote the sciences relevant to skin health and disease through education, advocacy, and scholarly exchange of scientific information.
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- Society of Dermatology Physician Assistants
The Society of Dermatology Physician Assistants (SDPA) is a nonprofit professional organization composed of members who provide dermatologic care or have an interest in the medical specialty of dermatology. Its Fellow members provide medical services under the supervision of a board-certified dermatologist.
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- U.S. Food and Drug Administration
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is responsible for protecting the public health by assuring the safety, efficacy, and security of human and veterinary drugs, biological products, medical devices, our nation’s food supply, cosmetics, and products that emit radiation, and by regulating the manufacture, marketing, and distribution of tobacco products.
The FDA is also responsible for advancing the public health by helping to speed innovations that make medicines and foods more effective, safer, and more affordable; and helping the public get the accurate, science-based information they need to use medicines and foods, and to reduce tobacco use to improve health.
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