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Est. 1971

The Missouri Dermatological Society was established in 1971 and currently has a membership of over 100 physicians throughout the State.

The MDS is a membership organization of dermatologists dedicated to quality, safety, and awareness in the delivery of dermatologic care. It is committed to promoting key advocacy initiatives to establish meaningful and timely policy. 

The Society provides educational opportunities for its members and hosts an annual meeting each fall.


Businesses surveyed said they’d allow 10 or 12-year-olds to tan

February 25, 2013 @ 9:47 pm
posted by admin

Today, Washington University in St. Louis released a survey showing that nearly two-thirds of Missouri tanning salons allow children as young as ten years old to use tanning beds. The survey results confirm the belief of many – including the Missouri Dermatological Society – that legislation is needed to address these safety concerns and increase [...]