Society Leadership & Governance
The Medical Dermatology Society (MDS) is governed by a Board of Directors and supported by several standing committees that oversee core aspects of the Society’s operations. Together, these leaders ensure that MDS remains focused on improving care for patients with complex skin conditions, supporting the advancement of medical dermatology, and meeting the needs of its growing membership.
For full details on board roles, terms, and nomination processes, review the MDS Governance Guidelines.
For current opportunities to get involved, including upcoming vacancies and nomination timelines, visit the Member Resources page.
Board of Directors
The Board is composed of eight voting directors, including the President, President-Elect, Secretary-Treasurer, and five Directors-at-Large. Officers are elected to multi-year terms, and Directors-at-Large are elected by the membership with staggered five-year terms to ensure continuity.
Officers
Arash Mostaghimi, MD, MPA, MPH
President, 2026-2028
Brigham and Women’s Hospital, Harvard Medical School
Milan Anadkat, MD
President – Elect , 2026-2028
Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis
Adela Rambi Cardones, MD, MHSC
Secretary-Treasurer, 2024-2027
University of Kansas Medical Center
Art Saavedra, MD, PhD, MBA
Immediate Past-President 2026-2028
Virginia Commonwealth University School of Medicine
Directors
Ben Chong, MD
2026 – 2031
University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center
Scott Elman, MD
2025 – 2030
University of Miami Health System
Nicole Fett, MD
2022 – 2027
Oregon Health & Science University
William Huang, MD, MPH, FAAD
2024 – 2029
Alan Zhou, MD
2022 – 2027
Standing Committees
Standing committees play an active role in shaping the Society’s growth, programs, and priorities. Most committee members serve three-year terms, with staggered rotation to allow consistent leadership and institutional knowledge. Committee Chairs and Vice Chairs are designated Directors-at-Large whose terms coincide with their board service.
Committee on Education and Programs
Responsible for planning the scientific program of the Annual Meeting and other educational initiatives designated by the Board. Led by two Directors-at-Large (Chair and Vice Chair) whose terms coincide with their board service.
Nicole Fett, MD
Co-Chair, 2022 – 2027
Oregon Health and Science University
Ben Chong, MD
Co-Chair, 2026 – 2031
University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center
Ahmed Badawi, MD, PhD
2025 – 2028
University of Kansas and Freeman Health System
Christopher Iriarte, MD
2024 – 2027
Andrea Maderal, MD
2025 – 2028
Nathan Rojek, MD
2026 – 2029
University of California, Irvine
Brittney Schultz, MD
2026 – 2029
University of Minnesota
Paras Vakharia, MD, PharmD
2025 – 2028
Committee on Membership
Oversees Society nominations, recruitment efforts, and the MDS Mentorship Program. This committee proposes nominees for officer and board vacancies and presents the candidate slate to the Board and membership for approval. Also led by a Chair and Vice Chair from the Board.
William Huang, MD, MPH, FAAD
Co-Chair, 2024 – 2029
Alan Zhou, MD
Co-Chair, 2022 – 2027
Zachary Holcomb, MD
2026 – 2029
Carilion Clinic
Caroline Nelson, MD
2026 – 2029
Yale New Haven Hospital
Abrar A. Qureshi, MD, MPH
2025 – 2028
Brown University
Committee on Finance
Charged with reviewing annual budgets, supporting fundraising strategy, and overseeing general fiscal stewardship of the Society. The Secretary-Treasurer serves as an ex-officio member of this committee.
Scott Elman, MD
Chair, 2025 – 2030
University of Miami Health System
Adela Rambi Cardones, MD, MHSC
Secretary-Treasurer (ex-officio), 2024-2027
University of Kansas Medical Center