Conference Agenda 2026

Thursday, April 16, 2026

Humanitarian Medicine and Exotic Cases Block

7:30 AM – 9:00 AM
BREAKFAST

7:30 AM – 8:00 AM
PDT for Infectious Diseases
Scott Drew, DO

8:00 AM – 8:30 AM
Scabies, Crusted Scabies, and Mass Drug Administration Programs
Theodore Rosen, MD

 8:30 AM – 9:15 AM
PRODUCT THEATER 

9:15 AM – 9:45 AM
Best Ways to Serve You Underserved Patients that have Limited Resources
Tracee Blackburn, PA-C & Brittany Scurto, PA-C

9:45 AM – 10:15 AM
Leprosy: Clinical Spectrum and Current Global Control
Theodore Rosen, MD

10:15 AM – 11:00 AM
PRODUCT THEATER 

11:00 AM – 11:15 AM
SPIN for SKIN 
The DID Trivia Game Show 

11:15 AM – 11:40 AM
Dermatology in Humanitarian Missions: Scope & Challenges
Scott Drew, DO

11:40 AM – 12:00 PM
Rare but Real: Quick-Hit Case Challenge
Theodore Rosen, MD and Scott Drew, DO

12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
LUNCH

12:15 PM – 1:00 PM
LUNCH PRODUCT THEATER Sponsored by Pfizer

DERMATOLOGY FUTURES: DIVERSITY, CAREER, AND INNOVATION

1:00 PM – 1:30 PM
AI in Dermatology: Promise, Pitfalls, and Practice Integration
Faculty TBD

1:30 PM – 2:00 PM
Negotiating Your Next Contract: What Providers Need to Know
Faculty TBD

2:00 PM – 2:30 PM
Estate Planning for Providers: Protecting your Legacy and Family
Ginger Lore, Attorney at Law and Risha Bellomo, CEO

2:30 PM – 3:15 PM
PRODUCT THEATER

3:15 PM – 3:30 PM
SPIN for SKIN
The DID Trivia Game Show 

3:30 PM – 4:00 PM
Mobile Dermatology: Care Beyond the Clinic Walls
Faculty TBD

4:00 PM – 4:30 PM

Access Equals Outcomes: How Specialty Pharmacies Improve Dermatology Care
Faculty TBD

4:30 PM – 5:30 PM
MEET & GREET IN EXHIBIT HALL

5:30 PM – 6:30 PM
SIDE HUSTLES IN DERMATOLOGY: FROM CLINIC TO CONSULTING TO CREATION
Separate Registration. Limited seats available.

6:30 PM – 8:30 PM
HS MASTER CLASS Sponsored by Incyte
Separate Registration. Limited seats available.

Friday, April 17, 2026

STATE OF THE ART THERAPEUTICS BLOCK

7:30 AM – 9:00 AM
BREAKFAST

7:30 AM – 8:00 AM
Topicals Reinvented: Innovations in Dermatology Formulations
Terry Faleye, PA-C

8:00 AM – 8:45 AM
PRODUCT THEATER

8:45 AM – 9:00 AM
SPIN for SKIN

9:00 AM – 9:30 AM
The TH2 Revolution: AD, Prurigo Nodularis, CSU, and Beyond
Leon Kircik, MD and Naiem Issa, MD, PhD

9:30 AM – 10:00 AM
TH 17/23 Blockade in Psoriasis and HS: Where are We Now?
Leon Kircik, MD and Naiem Issa, MD, PhD

10:00 AM – 10:30 AM
PRODUCT THEATER

10:30 AM – 11:00 AM
BREAK WITH EXHIBITORS

11:00 AM – 11:30 AM
TNF, TH1, and Beyond: Old Targets, New Roles
Leon Kircik, MD and Naiem Issa, MD, PhD

11:30 AM – 12:00 PM

JAK Inhibitor as the Central Hub: Cutting Across Pathways in Dermatology and The Future Frontier of Therapeutics
Leon Kircik, MD and Naiem Issa, MD, PhD

12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
LUNCH

12:15 PM – 1:00 PM
PRODUCT THEATER Sponsored by Incyte

PEDIATRIC DERMATOLOGY & INCLUSIVE CARE FOR LBGTQ+ YOUTH

1:00 PM – 1:30 PM
Dermatologic Care in Transgender and Gender-Diverse Youth: Medical Challenges and Sensitivities
Karan Lal, DO

1:30 PM – 2:00 PM
Atopic Dermatitis in Children: Biologics, JAK Inhibitors, and Beyond Daily Management
Lisa Swanson, MD

2:00 PM – 2:30 PM
Acne and Hidradenitis in Adolescents: Targeted Therapies and Treatment Across Diverse Populations
Karan Lal, DO and Elizabeth Swanson, MD

2:30 PM – 3:15 PM
PRODUCT THEATER Sponsored by Lilly

3:15 PM – 3:30 PM
SPIN for SKIN

3:30 PM – 4:00 PM
BREAK WITH EXHIBITORS

4:00 PM – 4:30 PM
Hair and Scalp Disorders in Children: Advances in Alopecia Areata, Infectious Mimics, and Scarring Alopecia
Karan Lal, DO and Tracee Blackburn, PA-C

4:30 PM – 4:50 PM
Psychosocial Dimensions: Supporting Pediatric Patients with Diverse Identities
Karan Lal, DO and Cindy Sershen, DNP, DCNP, FNP-BC

4:50 PM – 5:20 PM
Superficial Infections in Children: Antimicrobial Resistance, Emerging Pathogens, and Updated Management
Elizabeth Swanson, MD

6:30 PM – 10:00 PM
Around the World Reception

Saturday, April 18, 2026

IMMUNODERMATOLOGY, CONNECTIVE TISSUE DISORDERS, & COMPLEX CASES

7:30 AM – 9:00 AM
BREAKFAST

7:30 AM – 8:15 AM
Lupus, Dermatomyositis, and the Expanding Therapeutic Landscape
Theodore Rosen, MD

8:15 AM – 9:00 AM
PRODUCT THEATER

9:00 AM – 9:30 AM
Bullous Diseases: From Bench to Bedside
Diego DaSilva, MD, FAAD

9:30 AM – 10:15 AM  
PRODUCT THEATER

10:15 AM – 10:30 AM
SPIN for SKIN

10:30 AM – 11:00 AM
BREAK WITH EXHIBITORS

11:00 AM – 11:45 AM

Scleroderma, Sjögren’s, and Connective Tissue Overlap Syndromes: When Skin Leads the Diagnosis
Scott Drew, DO

11:45 AM – 12:30 PM

Pyoderma Gangrenosum and Neutrophilic Dermatoses: Complex Cases, Practical Pearls
Diego DaSilva, MD, FAAD

12:30 PM – 1:30 PM
LUNCH

12:45 PM – 1:30 PM
PRODUCT THEATER Sponsored by Eli Lilly

INTEGRATIVE AND MINDFULNESS BLOCK

1:30 PM – 2:00 PM
Impact of Diet and Metabolic Health in Inflammatory Disease
Ahuva Cices, MD

2:00 PM – 2:30 PM

Epigenetics of Inflammatory Skin Disease: Can Lifestyle Modify Gene Expression?
Ahuva Cices, MD

2:30 PM – 3:15 PM
PRODUCT THEATER

3:15 PM – 3:30 PM
SPIN for SKIN

3:30 PM – 4:00 PM
BREAK WITH EXHIBITORS

4:00 PM – 4:30 PM
Joyology in Dermatology: The Science of Happiness, Stress, and Skin Health
Meena Julapalli, MD

4:30 PM – 5:00 PM

The Chocolate Lecture: Flavanols, Skin Health, and a Sweet Case Study
Adriana Cruz, MD

5:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Cocoa & Connections Reception

7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
FACULTY/VIP DINNER

Sunday, April 19, 2026

Aesthetics, Skincare, and Neutraceuticals in Diverse Populations

8:00 AM – 9:30 AM
BREAKFAST

8:00 AM – 8:45 AM
Hair Restoration Techniques: From PRP to Hairceuticals

8:45 AM – 9:30 AM

PRODUCT THEATER

9:30 AM – 10:00 AM
Beyond Wrinkles: Addressing Ageism in Dermatology and Aesthetics
Karan Lal, DO

10:00 AM – 10:30 AM
Nutraceuticals in Aesthetic and Medical Dermatology: Sorting Science from Marketing
Shannon Trotter, DO

10:30 AM – 11:15 AM
Lasers and Energy-Based Devices in Skin of Color: Safety, Science, and Best Practices
Roni Bolton, ARNP, DCNP

11:15 AM – 11:45 AM
Beyond the Mirror: Managing Unrealistic Expectations and Body Image Concerns
Karan Lal, DO

11:45 AM – 12:15 PM
Rapid Fire Skincare
Karan Lal, DO; Shannon Trotter, DO; and Roni Bolton, ARNP, DCNP

Featured Faculty & DID Leaders

  • Roni Bolton, ARNP, DCNP
  • Tracee Blackburn, MMIS, PA-C
  • Bre Craddock, DNP, APRN
  • Adriana Cruz, MD
  • Ahuva Cices, MD
  • Diego DaSilva, MD
  • Scott Drew, DO
  • Terry Faleye, PA-C
  • Naiem Issa, MD, PhD
  • Meena Julapalli, MD
  • Leon Kircik, MD
  • Karan Lal, DO
  • Ginger Lore, Esq
  • Ted Rosen, MD
  • Brittany Scurto, PA-C
  • Cindy Sershen, DNP, DCNP, FNP-BC
  • Lisa Swanson, MD

The conference is pending accreditation for 20.5 Category I CMEs.  CME Accreditation will be completed through nationally held accrediting bodies that are held in high standards with the ACCME.  

Physicians

AKH Inc., Advancing Knowledge in Healthcare designates this live activity for a maximum of 20.5 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

Nurses Credit
20.5 ANCC and AANP contact hours

Physician Assistants
AKH Inc., Advancing Knowledge in Healthcare has been authorized by the American Academy of PAs (AAPA) to award AAPA Category 1 CME credit for activities planned in accordance with AAPA CME Criteria. This activity is designated for 20.5 AAPA Category 1 CME credits. PAs should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation.

Courses – Enduring Material

Hair Loss and Hair Trends in African American Females

  • Identify risk factors of hair loss in African American females
  • Understand the common diagnoses and treatment of hair loss in AA females
  • Understand hair trends in AA females and considerations in treatment
  • Discuss a practical clinical approach to managing a hair loss patient

Faculty:
Heather Woolery-Lloyd, MD

Laser in Skin of Color

  • Develop an approach in selecting appropriate lasers for skin of color
  • Understand risk factors that may affect treatment outcomes in skin of color
  • Understand which lasers may be utilized in patients with underlying conditions
  • Develop an awareness of possible adverse outcomes that may be associated with lasers in skin of color

Faculty:
Jeffrey Hsu, MD

Treating the Transgender Population with Isotretinoin

  • Understand the concerns that may arise in treatment of transgender patients with isotretinoin
  • Develop a treatment plan to minimize adverse effects and optimize outcome
  • Understand the approach to birth control options with the use of isotretinoin
  • Understand the approach to iPledge

Faculty:
Josh Zeichner, MD

Recognizing Skin Cancer and Melanoma in Patients of Color

  • Identify features that enhance early skin cancer and melanoma detection in patients of color
  • Understand risk factors that may increase skin cancer and melanoma in patients of color
  • Identify and understand how to access high-risk anatomical areas in patients of color
  • Identify potential areas of misdiagnosis in patients of color

Faculty:
George Cohen, MD

Unmasking Pigmentary Disorders

  • Understand common pigmentary disorders and develop a differential diagnosis
  • Develop and execute effective treatment plans and how to counsel patients appropriately for pigmentary disorders in skin of color
  • Identify pros and cons of the various treatment options for pigmentary disorders
  • Learn how to avoid and prevent pigmentary changes

Faculty:
Heather Woolery-Lloyd, MD

Genetic and Rare Skin Disorders You Won’t Want to Miss

  • Develop an understanding of common features/ clues that may suggest genetic or rare disorder
  • Understand what tests to order, where to send these tests, and who to refer or collaborate with when dealing with rare and genetic skin disorders
  • Familiarize yourself with genetic and rare skin disorders, the approach to these disorders, and potential treatment options
  • Understand the prevalence of these disorders in a diversified population

Faculty:
Ted Rosen, MD

How to Overcome Itch and Long-Term Skin Sequelae of Atopic Dermatitis

  • Define a treatment plan for patients presenting with uncontrolled pruritic atopic dermatitis
  • Develop a differential diagnosis for common mimics of atopic dermatitis when unresponsive to treatment, especially in the adult population
  • Understand how to avoid, prevent, and treat long-term sequelae of atopic dermatitis to include stubborn lichenification, pigmentary changes, scarring, and the psychosocial aspect of the disease.
  • Understand common co-morbidities seen in atopic dermatitis patients

Faculty:
Vivian Shi, MD, FAAD

The Use of Biologics and the Effects of Co-Morbidities in Psoriasis

  • Discuss the prevalence of co-morbidities in the psoriatic population
  • Review the currently commercially available biologic therapies and how they may impact psoriasis co-morbidities
  • Understand how psoriasis can affect rates of depression and how appropriate therapy can increase a patient’s quality of life
  • Review recommendations for monitoring a patient on biologic therapy with co-morbidities

Faculty:
John Koo, MD

Nicholas Brownstone, MD

The Future Approach to Pediatric Atopic Dermatitis

  • Understand the approach to the management of the pediatric patient with atopic dermatitis
  • Understand the evolving treatments in atopic dermatitis, including novel biologics and other topical and systemic therapies in development
  • Become familiar with the management of common side effects from current systemic treatment options
  • Develop appropriate dialog with the patient’s parents to set expectations, educate, and discuss the risks versus benefits of different treatment options

Faculty:
Pearl Kwong, MD

Is it Psoriasis?  Differentiating and Treatment for Pediatric Psoriasis Patients

  • Identify and understand clinical clues to diagnosing psoriasis in pediatric patients during the physical exam
  • Develop safe and effective treatment plans for psoriasis management in pediatric patients
  • Develop criteria for determining if and when systemic therapy is necessary for pediatric psoriasis patients and how to monitor for adverse events and assess risk factors for serious adverse events
  • Identify what other skin conditions can mimic pediatric psoriasis

Faculty:
Pearl Kwong, MD

Acne Updates in Skin of Color

  • Discuss current management guidelines and new therapies for acne
  • Discuss different presentations of acne and concerns in patients of color
  • Discuss differential diagnosis of acneiform lesions
  • Differentiate treatment protocols in skin of color

Faculty:
Emmy Graber, MD

Keloids:  To Cut or Not To Cut

  • Learn steps on how to avoid or minimize scars when performing procedures
  • Understand the process in the development of scar and keloid formation
  • Develop a stepwise approach in treating scars/ keloids
  • Understand the approach to treating and controlling acne keloidalis in skin of color
  • Discuss adjuvant therapies to enhance long term results

Faculty:
Hilary Baldwin, MD

Tropical Dermatology

  • Achieve an appreciation for the breadth of skin conditions that are unique to or frequently encountered in tropical areas.  
  • Improve knowledge base regarding differential diagnosis of commonly occurring tropical skin disorders. 
  • Understand the basic treatment methodologies for these commonly encountered tropical skin conditions.  
  • Understand the similarities between tropical skin conditions and those encountered during general dermatologic practice in the United States of America. 

Faculty:
Alix Charles, MD

How to Analyze Clinical Trial Results

  • Understand the importance of clinical research in dermatology
  • Understand how to set up a clinical research business
  • Understand how to manage a clinical research business successfully

Faculty:
Leon Kircik, MD

Success Beyond the Clinic

  • Understand the different roles and opportunities for PAs outside of clinical care
  • Learn the fundamentals necessary to beginning a new profession/career path
  • Learn the character traits that encourage a successful career path

Faculty:
Rob Casquejo, PA-C

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