Press Release
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:
February 28, 2025
CONTACT:
Kathleen Reichert
American Skin Association
212-889-4858
kathleen@americanskin.org
American Skin Association Announces New Education Council Member, Maria José Rueda, MD
February 28, 2025, New York, NY – American Skin Association (ASA) announced today that renowned dermatologist Maria José Rueda, MD, has joined its Education Council. Dr. Rueda is Associate Vice President and Head of Dermatology and Allergy for Eli Lilly and Company, which boasts a nearly 150-year legacy of producing life-changing discoveries.
"We are very excited to announce the addition of Dr. Maria José Rueda to ASA's Education Council. Dr. Rueda’s nearly 30 years of prodigious experience in the field of dermatology is a welcomed addition to the Council," said Howard P. Milstein, Chairman of ASA.
Dr. Rueda is a French Board-certified dermatologist with over 25 years of global and US experience in the pharmaceutical industry. She has vast experience in both global and US medical affairs, linking and translating medical and patients’ needs to R&D, Phase IV, and medical communications. At Lilly, she is responsible for delineating the medical strategy and vision in alignment with R&D, Global Medical Affairs, commercial operations, and regulatory/compliance teams. She guides and manages medical teams in the tactical implementation of medical plans, clinical studies, and medical communication/education, and has vast experience in multiple product launches across various markets, adapting skillfully to local needs and regulations.
"I welcome Dr. Rueda to the Education Council. She will be able to provide vital expertise as both an educator and practitioner as we continue our work to provide hope to those suffering from skin diseases," said Dr. David Norris, President of ASA.
Coming from a rich family tradition that’s been dedicated to dermatology for generations, Dr. Rueda spent many years as a practicing dermatologist, dermatology surgeon, and dermato-allergologist in both private and hospital practice. She has also authored and co-authored dozens of articles over 25 years.
ASA's Education Council advises the board on crucial investments in the well-being of future generations, putting great effort and resources into educating young people about skin health and sun safety. This includes the SPOTS (Sun Protection Outreach Teaching by Students) program, a free community outreach program designed to teach students from preschool through high school about the importance of early detection and prevention of skin cancer. “We are thrilled to have Dr. Rueda join our team and look forward to her contributions to our educational efforts," said Humberto Antunes, Co-Chair of ASA's Education Council.
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A unique collaboration of patients, families, advocates, physicians and scientists, ASA has evolved over nearly four decades as a leading force in efforts to defeat melanoma, skin cancer and other skin diseases. Established as a 501(c)(3) organization to serve the now more than 100 million Americans — one-third of the U.S. population — afflicted with skin disorders, the organization’s mission remains to: advance research, champion skin health — particularly among children, and drive public awareness about skin disease. For more information, americanskin.org.
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