American Society of Dermatopathology

ASDP’s Mission
The mission of the American Society of Dermatopathology (ASDP) is to improve patient care, support member needs and advance the field of Dermatopathology through education, advocacy and innovation.

Vision Statement
The vision of the ASDP is to improve the quality of lives by advancing dermatopathology.

ASDP’s Commitment to Belonging
The ASDP is committed to fostering an inclusive and respectful culture that acknowledges and supports the diverse perspectives, experiences, race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, age, ability, religion, training backgrounds, and practice settings of our society members, community, and the patients we serve.

What is a Dermatopathologist?
Dermatopathologists are physicians who after completing their training in either dermatology or pathology pursued additional training in accredited programs for the interpretation of skin biopsies. These physicians integrate the clinical information with microscopic observations of the biopsy from the patient to provide diagnostic information to the treating physician. Dermatopathology is a consultative service to the referring dermatologist and not simply a laboratory test. The accurate microscopic interpretation of the biopsy is important in the selection of appropriate therapies.