Updates
Fall Meeting — October 28, 2026 · Yale, New Haven, CT · 2026 Legislative Priorities — now available · Contact Emma Deveran to register for the Fall Meeting · Doctor's Day at the Capitol — Legislative Office Building, Hartford · Fall Meeting — October 28, 2026 · Yale, New Haven, CT · 2026 Legislative Priorities — now available · Contact Emma Deveran to register for the Fall Meeting · Doctor's Day at the Capitol — Legislative Office Building, Hartford ·
The Professional Society for Connecticut's Dermatologists

Excellence in Dermatology,
Rooted in Connecticut

The Connecticut Society of Dermatology and Dermatologic Surgery serves the state's physicians through legislative advocacy, continuing education, and professional community.

Membership Information Upcoming Events
State & Federal
Legislative advocacy on behalf of members
CME & Research
Continuing education and clinical trial access
Free – $250
$250 regular dues; all other tiers free through 2027

Promoting Quality & Excellence in Dermatologic Care

The Connecticut Society of Dermatology and Dermatologic Surgery was established to advance the practice of dermatology in Connecticut through education, research, and advocacy at the state and federal level.

The Society connects its members to national organizations, legislative processes, continuing medical education, and the broader professional community of dermatologists practicing across the state.

About the Society
  • Patients FirstCompassion, caring and listening are at the heart of delivering the highest-quality dermatologic care in Connecticut.
  • ProfessionalismAdhering to an uncompromising code of clinical and ethical standards set forth by the AMA and American Academy of Dermatology.
  • CollaborationWorking together with other medical specialty organizations with mutual respect, collegiality and transparency.
  • Lifelong LearningPursuing knowledge and continuous improvement through self-assessment and ongoing evaluation.
  • Social ResponsibilityCommunity leadership, volunteerism and stewardship in service of public health in Connecticut and beyond.

Fall Meeting 2026

October 28 2026
Featured · Semi-Annual Meeting
CTDS Fall Scientific Meeting
October 28, 2026 · Yale, New Haven, CT
The Society's fall scientific meeting brings together Connecticut's dermatologists for CME sessions, clinical updates, and professional community. Registration is open — contact Executive Director Emma Deveran to reserve your place.

Membership

Membership is open to board-certified and board-eligible dermatologists practicing in Connecticut. Regular dues are now $250, and all other tiers are free. Join now and your membership runs through December 31, 2027.

Regular Membership $450 $250 / year
First Year in PracticeNew practitioners $175 $0
Second Year in Practice $260 $0
Third Year in Practice $350 $0
Senior MemberAge 67 or older, fewer than 20 hours per week $175 $0
Join now — your membership runs through December 31, 2027.
Membership Application

Society Benefits

  • Access to the private member directory
  • Direct communication with the CTDS legislative lobbyist
  • CME lecture library and continuing education resources
  • Clinical trial listings and coordinator contact information
  • SMS and email alerts for meetings and legislative updates
  • Discounted registration at CTDS meetings
  • Legislative advocacy at the state and federal level
  • CTDS newsletters and archived society resources

National & State Organizations

The Society maintains active relationships with national dermatology organizations, providing members access to resources, meetings, and advocacy at every level.

AAD
American Academy of Dermatology
aad.org →
ASDS
American Society for Dermatologic Surgery
asds.net →
CSMS
Connecticut State Medical Society
csms.org →
ACS
American Cancer Society — Skin Cancer
cancer.org →