Ciaran Smythe, DO Ciaran Smythe, DO Faculty Ciaran was born and raised in the Pacific Northwest. He graduated Magna Cum Laude from the University of Oregon with a degree in human physiology and minor in chemistry. He proudly followed in his mother’s footsteps by pursuing osteopathic medicine and attended the Western University of Health Sciences COMP-Northwest, where he received the prestigious Arthur O. Rott Scholarship and graduated valedictorian of his class. Ciaran began his residency training in orthopedic surgery, during which time he found his passion for dermatology. He conducted research in skin cancer, medical dermatology, and cosmetic dermatology in Florida prior to beginning residency at Lake Granbury Medical Center. He enjoys finding ways to contribute to the field through education, leadership, and community outreach. In his free time, Ciaran likes hiking, cliff jumping, running, traveling, and eating his way through Dallas. PS Winter Home

HONE PA+NP Symposium Sharpen Your Clinical Skills Join us in Dallas, TX | September 12, 2026 Hone Home 2025 CME & Document Center CE Certificate: The CE evaluation must be completed to receive your CE certificate. Only registered attendees will be eligible to earn CE credit. CE Evaluation & Certificate - CE evaluation and certificate link opens on September 13th and will close at midnight on September 30th. HONE PA+NP Symposium Accreditation HONE PA+NP | Sharpen Your Clinical Skills Saturday, September 13, 2025 | Dallas, TX | HONEPANP.com This activity is jointly provided by Med ical Education Resources and Cockerell Educational Foundation. This activity is supported by an educational grant from Cockerell Dermatopathology Target Audience This activity has been designed to meet the educational needs of physician assistants and nurse practitioners involved in caring for patients with dermatologic disorders. Program Overview The purpose of this meeting is the hone the clinical skills of PAs and NPs that are focused on treating patients with dermatologic disorders. Educational Objectives After completing this activity, the participant should be better able to: Discuss & translate the current trends and future innovations associated with clinical dermatology and dermatopathology Demonstrate an improved knowledge base of the various treatment options and the use of multiple modalities in treating specific dermatologic disorders. Recall the basic principles for treating dermatologic disorders, including biologics, combination therapy, and futu re treatments. Discuss & implement learned skills about the clinical and histopathologic features, management, and treatment of common skin cancers and non-cancerous skin disorders. Appraise & evaluate new diagnostic and treatment algorithms for pigmented neoplasms (including melanoma), carcinomas, and inflammatory conditions. Assess the use of physical therapies, including cryotherapy, radiation therapy, photodynamic therapy, and light therapy, in treating skin lesions. Faculty Click here to view the 2025 HONEPA+NP faculty. Agenda Click here to view the 2025 HONEPA+NP agenda. Accreditation Statement In support of improving patient care, this activity has been planned and implemented by Medical Education Resources (MER) and Cockerell Educational Foundation. MER is jointly accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE), and the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), to provide continuing education for the healthcare team. Nursing Credit Medical Education Resources designates this live activity for a maximum of ~8 ANCC nursing contact hours. Nurses will be awarded contact hours upon successful completion of the activity. Physician Assistant Credit Medical Education Resources has been authorized by the American Academy of Physician Assistants (AAPA) to award AAPA Category 1 CME credit for activities planned in accordance with AAPA CME Criteria. This activity is designated for ~8 AAPA Category 1 CME Credits. Physician Assistants should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation. Disclosure of Relevant Financial Relationships Medical Education Resources ensures balance, independence, objectivity, and scientific rigor in all our educational activities. In accordance with this policy, MER identifies relevant financial relationships with its instructors, content managers, and other individuals who are in a position to control the content of an activity. Reported relevant financial relationships are mitigated by MER to ensure that all scientific research referred to, reported, or used in a CE activity conforms to the generally accepted standards of experimental design, data collection, and analysis. MER is committed to providing learners with high-quality CE activities that promote improvements or quality in health care and not the business interest of an ineligible company.

Melissa Costner, MD Melissa Costner, MD Faculty A Texas native, Dr. Melissa Costner began her journey as a Dermatologist at UT Southwestern Medical Center, where she completed her training as a resident in dermatology. It was here, at UT Southwestern, where she developed an early and enduring interest in the skin manifestations of autoimmune disease. Dr. Costner welcomes self-referrals for skin problems such as acne, rosacea, and screening for melanoma and other skin cancers. As a D-Magazine ‘Best Doctor’ in 2025 and for the last 15 years, and recipient of the prestigious Legacy Award, Dr. Costner brings decades of experience to her patients. She values the lasting relationships she develops with her patients, many of whom she has helped for over 20 years. With her sharp clinical skills, and compassionate collaborative care, Dr. Costner goes the extra mile to ensure that they get the best possible care. PS Winter Home

Shane Chapman, MD, MBA < Back Shane Chapman, MD, MBA Faculty Title Professor of Dermatology Additional Titles | Positions/Affiliations Chair Department of Dermatology Medical Director, Supply Chain Value Analysis at Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center Education Tulane University, BS 1990 University of Texas Medical School - Houston, MD 1995 Massachusetts Institute of Technology, MBA 2016 Program Dartmouth Cancer Center Professional Interests Psoriasis and Complex Inflammatory Skin Disease Immunotherapy of Melanoma Photodynamic Therapy PS Home

Practical Symposium | Summer Sharpen Your Dermatology, Clinicopathologic & Business Skills. Join us August 12-15, 2027, in Vail, CO 2026 Agenda PS Home Click Here >> to view agenda on a smart device. 2027 Draft Agenda Coming Spring 2027

Practical Symposium | Winter Learn, Shred, Learn! January 29 - February 1, 2026 The Hythe | Vail, CO Industry Partners LEARN | SHRED | LEARN PS Winter Home Industry Brochure Dr. Clay Cockerell, the faculty, and attendees gratefully acknowledge the following industry partners who are dedicated to supporting the Practical Symposium | Winter. It's this continued support that allows conferences like ours to continue providing world-class educational content. Thank You! Industry Brochure

Darrell Rigel, MD, MS < Back Darrell Rigel, MD, MS Faculty Darrell Rigel, MD MS is an internationally acclaimed leader in the field of Dermatology with a focus on Melanoma, Skin Cancer, and Prevention. He has presented over 1000 lectures nationally and internationally on these subjects to physicians, government agencies, pharma, and the public. He regularly appears on CNN, Fox, ABC, and NBC, and his views are quoted in the New York Times, Wall Street Journal, and USA Today and he is the Team Dermatologist for the New York Yankees. He is a graduate of MIT with a BS in Management Information Science and an MBA (SM) from the MIT Sloan School of Management. While working as a research fellow at the National Cancer Institute, he obtained his MD from George Washington University. He completed an internship at New York Hospital-Cornell and a Dermatology residency and Dermatologic Surgery fellowship at New York University and currently serves as a Clinical Professor of Dermatology at the Mt. Sinai Icahn School of Medicine. Dr. Rigel has been a leader in Dermatology for over 3 decades having been selected by his peers to lead them as President of the American Academy of Dermatology, American Society for Dermatologic Surgery, and American Dermatological Association. He also served as Vice-President of the American Board of Dermatology during his 13 years of service there. Dr. Rigel is actively involved in national public health and healthcare economic policy initiatives serving as a consultant to government and industry. He is regularly called on for his expertise on these issues by White House administrations and has testified multiple times before Congress and the FDA. He also serves as the Scientific Co-Chair of the Fall and Winter Clinical Dermatology Conferences leading the effort to provide clinical education annually to over 2000 of his colleagues. In addition, he maintains a University-based practice at the Mount Sinai Icahn School of Medicine in Manhattan focusing on Melanoma, Skin Cancer, and related dermatological issues. PS Home

Practical Symposium | Summer Sharpen Your Dermatology, Clinicopathologic & Business Skills. Join us August 12-15, 2027, in Vail, CO Hotel & Travel PS Home PS27 Register Attendee Brochure Discover what the locals know: We came for the winter but stayed for the summer. You'll want to spend the long days outdoors with the amazing summer climate. Whether your idea of fun is being active outdoors or relaxing by the pool with a good book, the choices are plentiful. Here are some of the local's favorite things to do in the summertime in the Vail Valley: Hiking | Biking Tennis | Pickleball | Golf Festivals | Wine tasting Ziplining | Ballooning Rafting | Kayaking | Fishing Horseback riding And so much more! 2027 Hotel Accommodations The Hythe Vail 715 West Lionshead Circle Vail, CO 81657 A limited number of The Hythe Vail hotel rooms have been reserved at the special $TBA conference rates for the Practical Symposium. These rooms are only available to registered attendees on a first-come basis. The special rate ends on July 18, 2027 or when the room block sells out. The Hythe at Vail | Reservation Link >> Coming Soon Note: The lecture room, exhibit hall, meals, and social events are all held within The Hythe Vail. Other Lodging Options: There are numerous hotels, VRBOs and AirBNBs in the Lionhead and Vail Villages. Ground Transportation Epic Mountain Express To & From Airport / Hotel (Reservation Required) 1-800-525-6363 | Epic Mountain Express Website Airport Options Denver International Airport - DEN Denver, CO (~2 hour drive to hotel) Eagle County Airport - EGE Gypsum, CO (~30 minute drive to hotel)

Business 201 Faculty < Back Kim Campbell Founder and Chief Advisor Kim Campbell is the Founder of Dermatology Authority and ClubDerm.com . She has established a medical communications agency focused on collaborations with key opinion leaders, publications, leading societies, and industry partners within the dermatology market. Kim holds a Master's degree in Health Education and Administration, bringing a blend of expertise in healthcare and education to the agency. Dermatology Authority has become a trusted resource delivering high-quality educational programs and partnerships that benefit the dermatology profession. https://thedermatologyauthority.com/ Business201 Home

Business 201 Faculty < Back Donald Taylor Professor of Practice, Executive Education Director Education MA, Pennsylvania State University, 1988 BS, University of Texas at Arlington, 1979 Professional Organizations Retired US Air Force Colonel, 27 years ACHE, AFA Life Member Board Certified in Healthcare Management, American Academy of Medical Administrators (past) FACHE Certification pending in 2022 Business201 Home

Business 201 Faculty < Back Mary Nix Partner Mary Goodrich Nix is a Partner at LPHS with 25 years of experience handling complex commercial litigation. She frequently handles non-compete and trade secret litigation for publicly traded and privately held companies, including Fortune 500 , middle market companies, and startups in a variety of industries. Ms. Nix has extensive courtroom experience, including multiple jury trials, bench trials and injunction evidentiary hearings. She has arbitrated numerous cases throughout Texas and in other parts of the country. Mary is frequently called upon to assist companies when key employees move between competitors. In her work related to confidential information and trade secret protection, she advises clients in the identification of confidential information, trade secrets and other intellectual property assets and options for protection. Ms. Nix is Board Certified in Labor and Employment Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization. She has worked successfully with the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) , the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) , the Texas Workforce Commission (TWC) and several other federal, state and local government agencies when a client is the subject of a complaint. Advocacy in this area includes responding to the complaint, negotiating where appropriate and advocating for her clients in administrative hearings. Frequent matters she handles include allegations of breach of contract, breach of fiduciary duty, tortious interference claims, Title VII claims, claims related to discrimination, harassment, retaliation and alleged violations of Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA), Families First Coronavirus Response Act (FFCRA), Age Discrimination in Employment Act (ADEA), Equal Pay Act (EPA) and alleged Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA) violations. https://www.lynnllp.com/ Business201 Home

Business 201 Faculty < Back Troy Morgan, CCIM Partner Troy Morgan, CCIM, is an award-winning commercial real estate industry leader, specializing in project leasing, tenant representation, pad site development, and the acquisition/disposition of retail centers and investment properties throughout Texas. As a native of the region, Troy has extensive knowledge of all the DFW submarkets, as well as a strong network of contacts and relationships within the industry. Since joining Structure Commercial in 2007, Troy has used his skills to build the firm into one of the leading retail brokers in the DFW area. He currently manages the marketing and leasing of over 2 million square feet of commercial space, with a particular passion for improving the performance of distressed centers. To date, Troy has been responsible for nearly $500M in transactions. Troy is an active member of several professional associations, including the International Council of Shopping Centers, North Texas Commercial Association of Realtors, and the CCIM Institute (2015). When he isn’t working, Troy is an avid golfer and even plays in tournaments internationally. He also enjoys spending time with his family and traveling. . https://www.structurecommercial.com/ Business201 Home