Aaron Farberg, MD < Back Aaron Farberg, MD Faculty Aaron S. Farberg, M.D. is a double board-certified dermatologist and fellowship-trained Mohs surgeon that specializes in skin cancer, inflammatory diseases, and cosmetic dermatology. Dr. Farberg is a summa cum laude graduate of Emory University and continued his education at the University of Michigan, where he received his medical degree. Dr. Farberg’s post-graduate training includes additional residency years at the University of Michigan in Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery and, in New York, as a clinical research fellow in association with the National Society for Cutaneous Medicine and New York University. He then remained in New York, completing another residency in Dermatology at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai Hospital, where he served as chief resident. In addition to treating patients, Dr. Farberg has been a clinical investigator on numerous studies, including FDA clinical trials. He is an accomplished author and has published over 100 articles in professional medical journals. He serves as a member of the editorial board for several medical journals including Dermatology & Therapy and SKIN. Dr. Farberg also founded the Dermatology Science and Research Foundation to provide dermatology education to his patients and peers. Dr. Farberg has been recognized as one of Dallas’s leading dermatologists with numerous awards and honors. He most recently was ranked by his dermatology colleagues in Newsweek Magazine as the #1 medical dermatologist in Texas and #6 in the entire country. While in New York he served as a consultant dermatologist for the New York Yankees. PS Home

Practical Symposium | Summer Sharpen Your Dermatology, Clinicopathologic & Business Skills. Join us August 20-23, 2026, in Vail, CO Industry Partners Industry Brochure PS Home Dr. Clay Cockerell, the faculty and attendees, gratefully acknowledge the following industry partners who are dedicated to supporting the Practical Symposium. It's this continued support that allows conferences like ours to continue providing world-class educational content during these challenging pandemic times. Thank You! Educational Grants Provided By Industry Brochure

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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.

James Del Rosso, DO < Back James Del Rosso, DO Faculty James Q. Del Rosso, D.O. has been practicing dermatology since 1986, and in the Las Vegas area at the Las Vegas Skin & Cancer Clinics since 1997. He is an Adjunct Clinical Professor of Dermatology at the Touro University of College of Osteopathic Medicine in Henderson, Nevada, and has the distinction of being the first and only dermatology residency program director in the history of the state of Nevada. Prior to coming to Las Vegas, Dr. Del Rosso served as Head of the Section of Dermatology at the Ohio University College of Osteopathic Medicine in Athens, and Visiting Faculty Member in Dermatology at Ohio State University (OSU) in Columbus where he twice was honored as Educator of the Year by the dermatology residents and dermatopathology fellows. He received his D.O. degree from Ohio University College of Osteopathic Medicine, interned at Doctors Hospital in Columbus, completed a dermatology residency at Atlantic Skin Disease and Skin Surgery in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, and a fellowship in Mohs micrographic surgery and cutaneous oncology at OSU. At his practice in Henderson, Nevada, he is proud of the quality of service provided and has an exceptional support staff of nurses and medical assistants who are dedicated to quality patient care. Dr. Del Rosso is an internationally renowned dermatologist. He is Clinical Editor of the Journal of Clinical and Aesthetic Dermatology, has published multiple peer-reviewed articles and textbook chapters, and was President of the American Acne & Rosacea Society, American Society of Mohs Surgery, and the American Osteopathic College of Dermatology. He is one of the most highly requested and well-respected educators in dermatology, invited to present regularly at dermatology meetings both nationally and internationally. Dr. Del Rosso has many outside interests, especially music, and stays busy at times with four children and six grandchildren. PS Home

Dermpath On Demand is an online educational website for all things dermatopathology. Join Dr. Clay Cockerell in the library 24/7/365 to view eSlides and case review videos. About & Testimonials DOD Home With the advances in teaching technologies and the American Board of Dermatology embracing digital reading for the dermatopathology component of the board exam, the timing is perfect to launch Dermpath On Demand. Why waste your valuable time and money traveling to a board review or other training when we can offer a high-quality training experience from the safety and comfort of your own home? In addition to the annual Digital Board Review (DBR), Dermpath On Demand offers numerous interactive educational events hosted by many of the nation's leading dermatopathologists. Subscribe to the calendar and opt-in to our scholarly communications to stay up to date on all upcoming events. The weekly educational Zoom meetings have improved my confidence in dermpath and preparing for the board exam. Excellent comprehensive course provided by a distinguished lineup of dermatopathologists! High volume of cases that will leave you feeling much more comfortable and prepared for upcoming board examinations. Fantastic comprehensive high yield review course! Highly recommend for all residents taking the CORE and boards! This was a great and comprehensive dermpath review that went way beyond just making the diagnosis from the slide. The differentials covered and pearls given about exam-taking techniques were extremely helpful. Excellent course filled with outstanding and incredibly knowledgeable dermatopathologists and teachers. With many in-person courses canceling, this is now the best dermpath prep course out there! The flexibility of the recorded sessions on YouTube has allowed me to watch lectures on my schedule. This board review has been a game-changer. Thank you!

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

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Practical Symposium | Winter Learn, Shred, Learn! January 29 - February 1, 2026 The Hythe | Vail, CO Hotel & Travel LEARN | SHRED | LEARN Register Today! Attendee Brochure PS Winter Home 2026 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 $524 conference rates for the Practical Symposium | Winter meeting dates [Thursday, January 29th through Sunday, February 1st]. These rooms are only available to registered attendees on a first-come basis. The special rate ends on January 5, 2026, or when the room block sells out. The Hythe at Vail | Upon registering for the meeting, you will receive an email with the hotel registration link. 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)

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

Douglas Gray, MSOR, MBA < Back Douglas Gray, MSOR, MBA Faculty Douglas A. Gray is an entrepreneur, practitioner, leader, educator, and author with 30+ years of experience in Data & Analytics, IT/Software, E-Commerce, and Consulting. Mr. Gray has worked for Fortune 1-250, start-up, and early-stage companies in industries including retail, airlines, travel distribution, financial services, healthcare insurance, consulting, and commercial software. Mr. Gray is currently a Director, Data Science at Walmart Global Tech – US Omni Retail Tech where he leads teams that increase efficiency, cost effectiveness, and profit performance leveraging data and advanced analytics methods and solutions focused on End-to-End Fulfillment. His teams deliver economic impact and business value in the 9-figure range annually. He has been a member of two INFORMS Prize winning organizations: Walmart (2023) and American Airlines (1990). Previously, Mr. Gray served as Director, Enterprise Data & Analytics at Southwest Airlines. Through the data and analytics solutions delivered, Doug’s organization at Southwest Airlines generated $100M in annual operating cost reduction, and $100M in annual revenue augmentation. As a result, the team was recognized with the following awards: Teradata EPIC Award, FICO Decision Management Innovation Award, Alteryx Best Business ROI Award (2), Drexel LeBow Analytics50 Award (2), and AGIFORS Operations Best Innovation Award. Mr. Gray was a founding team member at award-winning American Airlines Decision Technologies (AADT) (now part of CAE, Inc.), which pioneered numerous innovations driving substantial economic impact in the use of Analytics in the airline industry, solving commercial and operational problems across the enterprise. At Sabre, he served as the founding CTO of Travelocity.com , the world’s first real-time, Internet-based travel reservation system. Mr. Gray served as Acting Director of Analytics at Blue Cross Blue Shield of Kansas City where he led the development of an Analytics Platform, i.e., a data warehouse, an operational dashboard, and a portfolio of analytical scoring models for measuring patient propensity for health conditions, behaviors, and outcomes. BCBSKC evolved the platform into a commercial Analytics-as-a-Service enterprise (CobaltTalon) serving other BCBS entities that was later sold to HealthLumen. Through his own company, Blueprint Technology Advisors, LLC, d.b.a., Optima Analytics, Mr. Gray advises executive leadership teams on best practices of applying Technology & Analytics to corporate strategy and Digital Transformation, and implementing Technology & Analytics organizations and capabilities. Mr. Gray has taught executive education seminars in Analytics since 2009. As an Adjunct Professor at SMU, Mr. Gray taught Business Analytics in the Cox School of Business EMBA Program 2016-20, through which his students’ real-world Case Analysis Projects routinely delivery 6-7-8-figure ($M) tangible, measurable business value and economic impact benefits. Mr. Gray serves as the primary instructor for Business Analytics in SMU’s MS in Data Science program. In 2025, Mr. Gray will offer an elective course, AI Strategy, in SMU’s EMBA Program. Mr. Gray teaches Analytics & AI Strategy for SMU Continuing and Professional Education and SMU Cox Leadership Academy. He currently serves on SMU’s Future of Work Advisory Council. PS Home

Joseph Merola, MD, MMS < Back Joseph Merola, MD, MMS Faculty Joseph F. Merola, M.D., M.M.S. , a leading clinician, researcher, and clinical investigator who treats immune-mediated diseases such as psoriasis/psoriatic arthritis and lupus, has been named Chair of Dermatology . Dr. Merola, who joined UT Southwestern October 16, 2023. came from Brigham and Women’s Hospital and Harvard Medical School in Boston. He held many leadership positions there, including Vice Chair of the Department of Dermatology in Clinical Trials and Innovation, Director of the Clinical Unit for Research Innovation and Trials, Director of the Center for Skin and Related Musculoskeletal Diseases, and Director of the Harvard Combined Internal Medicine-Dermatology Residency Training Program. He received his medical degree from New York University School of Medicine and a Master of Medical Sciences degree from Harvard Medical School. He then completed an internship at the University of Pennsylvania, a residency in dermatology at New York University Medical Center, and both a residency in internal medicine and a fellowship in rheumatology at Brigham and Women’s Hospital. “The multidisciplinary skills, clinical expertise, and leadership record that Dr. Merola brings will expand the Department of Dermatology’s tradition for excellence and further enhance our institution as a national hub for discovery and innovation,” said W. P. Andrew Lee, M.D. , Executive Vice President for Academic Affairs, Provost, and Dean of UT Southwestern Medical School. Dr. Merola specializes in hard-to-treat cases of immune-related inflammatory disorders, which can lead to damage to skin, cartilage, bone, and internal organs. He is the Founding President of the Psoriasis and Psoriatic Arthritis Clinics Multicenter Advancement Network, Vice President of the Group for Research and Assessment of Psoriasis and Psoriatic Arthritis, a member of the National Psoriasis Foundation Medical Board and Scientific Advisory Committee, and President of the Medical Dermatology Society, among multiple other leadership positions. He also has led clinical trials funded by the National Institutes of Health and the pharmaceutical industry related to inflammatory skin and joint disease including psoriasis/psoriatic arthritis, and he has published more than 300 peer-reviewed articles. PS Home