President's Address

Dear Members,

I am honored to assume the role of President of IADVL Andhra Pradesh, and I extend my heartfelt gratitude to all members for entrusting me with this responsibility. With the support of my dynamic team members and my mentors, I will extend my duty with commitment.

Our vision for the upcoming year revolves around a member-centric approach. To uphold the academic excellence of our members, we are strategically planning webinars, Continuing Medical Education (CME) sessions, and quiz programs throughout the year. A key focus is to fortify the academic prowess of our postgraduates through consistent and targeted activities.

We aspire for a robust representation of AP in the national IADVL, both academically and non-academically, and we are dedicated to achieving this goal. Additionally, as a part of our social responsibility to the community, we intend to organize community programs and observe IADVL days with active member participation.

I urge all members to join the DVL Welfare Trust, reinforcing our collective commitment to making a positive impact. Our doors are always open to assist with any concerns or queries.

Together, let us work diligently to elevate our association to new heights.

Warm regards,

Dr. Athota Kavitha
drattotakavitha@yahoo.com

Secretary Report

Dear Members,

I am very much happy & and privileged to be elected as the Secretary of IADVL Andhra Pradesh 2023-2024.

With the blessings of seniors, support from colleagues and under the Presidentship of Dr. Kavitha Athota, I promise to serve the organization with passion & and commitment.

With our enthusiastic, hard working & and committed team we are planning an action packed year ahead.

Planned Activities for 2023 - 2024:

  • Derma Pearls: Short & and useful insights into all aspects of dermatology.

  • Monthly Quizzes: Promoting continuous learning for Practitioners as well as Postgraduates.

  • PG-Clinics: Providing valuable clinical exposure and mentorship.

  • PG-Clinics: Providing valuable clinical exposure and mentorship.

  • Webinars & CME's: Facilitating easy access to cutting-edge information.

  • Membership Drive: Encourage Post Graduates to enroll as PLMs and conversion of PLMs to LMs.

  • DVL Welfare Trust: Facilitate members with financial benefits & and professional legal protection.

  • Community dermatology activities.

I thank you for giving me this opportunity & and look forward for guidance & and support from all of you to execute this great responsibility.

Warm regards,

Dr. Sowjanya Jakkampudi
Secretary, IADVL Andhra Pradesh
Email: sowjanj@gmail.com
Contact Number: 9440859424

About
IADVL Andhra Pradesh Chapter              

First Association formed is the Indian Association of Dermatologists and Venereologistsin 1947, the year of India’s Independence. The members were from all over India mostly from North and Western parts of India. It was actively involved in academic programs: clinical meetings, annual conferences. Office bearers were elected. In 1972 Silver Jubilee celebrations were held in Madras.The association had its own Journal by name ‘Indian Journal of Dermatology and Venereology’ with Dr.T.K.Mehta, a Dermatologist form Bombay as the Editor in Chief for a longtime. The notable personalities associated with the organisation were Prof. Khandari, Dr.Sarat Desai, Dr.C.Sobhanadri and Dr.Schrofalong with many more.

A parallel association ‘The Indian Society of Dermatology’ was in existence with many Dermatologists from Calcutta and other places.