How Does Membership in GDPA Work

Membership & Renewals

GDPA membership is valid for one year from your join date. To remain active, dues must be paid upon joining and renewed annually on your anniversary date.

  • Eligibility Changes: Your membership category may be updated if your professional status or eligibility changes.

  • Student Transition: Upon graduation, Student members automatically become eligible for Fellow, Associate, or Affiliate status.

  • Who Can Join: We welcome all dermatology professionals, including clinicians, industry partners, and students.

Advantages of Membership are described on our Benefits of Membership page.

Membership types, applications, and renewals can be found at: Join GDPA.