BACKGROUND

The British Dermatological Nursing Group (BDNG) was established in 1989 to offer an independent speciality group of nurses and healthcare professionals with an interest in dermatology.

The aims of the BDNG are to:

• Promote the development of the highest standard of care for the patient receiving dermatological care;
• Promote the development and recognition of the nurse's role in dermatology, for the benefit of the patient;
• Promote and support education of nurses for their role in dermatology;
• Promote and support research into all aspects of dermatology nursing and dermatological nursing care;
• Provide a source of expertise for nurses facing clinical and managerial challenges in the field of dermatology nursing;
• Provide a forum for the dissemination of developments and knowledge in the field of dermatology nursing.

MEMBERSHIP

Membership of the group is open to anyone interested in dermatological nursing upon application. Registered nurses from the UK and Eire may apply for ordinary membership, non-registered, registered nurses from overseas and healthcare professionals may apply for associated membership (associate members are non-voting members of the BDNG). Candidates for membership of the group may work in primary or secondary care. Candidates who do not practice any dermatological nursing and all associate members should be proposed by a member of the Group from personal knowledge. All applications must be approved by the BDNG Executive Committee.

MEMBERSHIP BENEFITS

Membership benefits include:

• A copy of the journal Dermatological Nursing quarterly
• Travel awards available twice a year in Autumn and Spring (£300 - £500) 
• Research awards
• Reduced registration fee at the BDNG Annual Conference in July
• Reduced registration fee at BDNG Regional Meetings
• Access to member's only section of website
• Monthly email alerts
• Support from regional representatives
• Advice and guidance on larger issues from the Executive Committee

SUBSCRIPTION

Subscriptions are due on 1st October each year and are £40 per annum. An invoice to renew your membership will be sent automatically in September as a reminder.
The subscription fee should be a cheque, in pounds Sterling, made payable to BDNG.