2025-05-10 8:00 to 17:00, your local time
DERMOSCOPY | World Day 2025IDS (International Dermoscopy Society)
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DERMOSCOPY | World Day 2025
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2025-05-10
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2025-05-10 8:00 to 17:00, your local time
DERMOSCOPY | World Day 2025IDS (International Dermoscopy Society)
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Introduction
08:00 - 08:05
Introduction Of Dermoscopy 2025
Prof. Awatef Kelati is an Assistant Professor of Dermatology at Mohammed VI University of Sciences and Health, and a practicing dermatologist at University Hospitals in Casablanca ( cheikh khalifa and Mohammed VI university hospitals)
. Morocco.
Dermoscopy for Everyone by The IDS
Chairs: : Prof. Aimilios Lallas, Prof. Giuseppe Argenziano, Prof. John Paoli
08:05 - 08:20
IDS: Reflexions, best moments and what's next
Associate Professor of Dermatology at the Institute of Dermatology, Department of Medicine, University of Udine, Italy.
General Secretary of the Italian Association of Non-Invasive Diagnostics in Dermatology (AIDNID)
Executive Board Member and Chair of "Imaging in Skin of Color" Task Force. International Dermoscopy Society (IDS)
08:20 - 08:50
Best cases of the IDS
Caterina Longo (), John Paoli (MD), Aimilios Lallas (MD, MSc, PhD)
08:50 - 09:05
Dermatology Practical and Conceptual: My best papers
Prof. Giuseppe Argenziano is Head of the Dermatology Unit at the University of Campania, Naples, Italy; Co-founder and past president of the International Dermoscopy Society; and Editor-in-Chief of Dermatology Practical and Conceptual Journal.
His main research field is dermato-oncology, being the author of 700+ scientific articles and books concerning dermoscopy, melanoma, and non-melanoma skin cancer.
09:05 - 09:20
Presentation of 2 articles from DPC
Prof. Giuseppe Argenziano is Head of the Dermatology Unit at the University of Campania, Naples, Italy; Co-founder and past president of the International Dermoscopy Society; and Editor-in-Chief of Dermatology Practical and Conceptual Journal.
His main research field is dermato-oncology, being the author of 700+ scientific articles and books concerning dermoscopy, melanoma, and non-melanoma skin cancer.
09:20 - 09:45
Discussion - Dermoscopy for everyone by IDS
Aimilios Lallas (MD, MSc, PhD), Giuseppe Argenziano (), John Paoli (null)
Topographic Dermoscopy
09:45 - 10:00
Dermoscopy in Facial lesions: Inflammatory dermatoses of the face
Enzo Errichetti is Associate Professor at the Institute of Dermatology (Department of Medicine) of the
University of Udine (Italy). He is the General Secretary of the Italian Association of Non-Invasive Diagnostics
in Dermatology (AIDNID), Executive Board member of the International Dermoscopy Society (IDS), and Chair
of the IDS Task Force on “Imaging in Skin of color”.
Internationally recognized as one of the pioneers and top experts about the dermoscopic
applications in non-invasive diagnosis of inflammatory, infectious and infiltrative dermatoses (General
Dermatology) as well as the use of dermoscopy in skin of color for neoplastic and non-neoplastic
dermatoses. He first described dermoscopic features of many dermatoses in the field of General
Dermatology and coordinated the first Consensus on behalf of the International Dermoscopy Society on the
standardization of dermoscopic terminology and basic parameters to use in General Dermatology and its
validation for skin of color. He has been also coordinator of several international multicentric dermoscopic
studies on non-neoplastic dermatoses involving research centers of 27 different countries in the world
(EUROPE :Austria, Belgium, Croatia, France, Germany, Greece, Poland, Serbia, Spain, Sweden and
Switze rland; ASIA: Saudi Arabia, Japan, India, Israel, Iran and Turkey; AMERICA: Argentina, Brazil,
Chile and the United States of America; OCEANIA: Australia; AFRICA: Egypt, Guinea, Morocco,
Nigeria and Rwanda). He is author of around 200 papers published in international peer-reviewed journals
and over 50 book chapters on dermoscopy as well as editor of three international books on dermoscopy.
He is also Section Editor/Associate Editor/Editorial Member of PubMed/Scopus indexed
International Dermatological Journals (Dermatology and Therapy; Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational
Dermatology; Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology; Dermatology Practical and Conceptual; Italian Journal of
Dermatology and Venereology; The Open Journal of Dermatology; Dermatology Reports; Turkish Journal of
Dermatology; and Dermatopathology) and served as reviewer for more than 60 international journals and
was awarded as top peer reviewer in 2017, 2018 and 2019 by Publons
10:00 - 10:15
Dermoscopy in Facial lesions: Melanocytic facial lesions
Professor Elvira Moscarella is a dermatologist at the University of Campania Luigi Vanvitelli in Italy.
10:15 - 10:30
Dermoscopy in Facial lesions: Non melanocytic pigmented lesions, Fair skin
Ashfaq Marghoob is a board-certified dermatologist who specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of skin cancer. He is the director of Memorial Sloan Kettering’s regional skin cancer clinic in Long Island, NY.
10:30 - 10:50
Dermoscopy in Facial lesions: Non melanocytic pigmented lesions, Dark skin
Vinay K (MD), Balachandra Ankad (MD, MBBS)
10:50 - 11:05
Dermoscopy in Facial lesions: The nose
Sebastian Podlipnik is a English-speaking dermatologist in Barcelona, specialist in skin cancer, laser technologies and longevity, focused on the prevention of skin aging
11:05 - 11:20
Dermoscopy of the ear
Prof. Awatef Kelati is an Assistant Professor of Dermatology at Mohammed VI University of Sciences and Health, and a practicing dermatologist at University Hospitals in Casablanca ( cheikh khalifa and Mohammed VI university hospitals)
. Morocco.
11:20 - 11:35
Dermoscopy in chest and back lesions: Skin tumors
Assistant Professor, Departament of Dermatology, Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile
11:35 - 11:50
Dermoscopy in chest and back lesions: Inflammatory and infectious skin diseases
Dr. Gabriel Salerni, a distinguished dermatologist based at the Hospital Provincial del Centenario de Rosario in Argentina, boasts a remarkable academic journey with an MD, MSc, and PhD. Specializing in dermatology, he contributes significantly to medical research while providing expert care to patients. Dr. Salerni's multifaceted expertise exemplifies his commitment to advancing the field.
11:50 - 12:05
Dermoscopy in lesions of the limbs
I have been working as a Prof of Dermatology at Ankara University, Medicine Faculty, Department of Dermatology since 2017.I am an executive board member of the Turkish Dermatology Society, Dermoscopy Working Group, and also an executive board member of the IDS, as well as the social media, and website coordinator of the IDS.
12:05 - 12:20
Dermoscopy in lesions of the palms and soles
Dr. Raimond Karls is an MD from Lithuania and serves as an assistant in Riga Stradins University. He holds various positions in different medical associations such as Chairman of the Board of Latvian Association of Dermascopy, Vice-president of Latvian Association of Aesthetic Laser Surgery, and Member of the Board of Latvian Association of Dermatovenerologists. Dr. Karls is also a member of the European Academy of Dermatovenerology and World Skin Cancer Foundation.
12:20 - 12:35
Dermoscopy in haïr and scalp disorders: Tumors of the scalp
Dr. Puig is the leader of the research group at IDIBAPS 'Melanoma: Imaging, Genetics, and Immunology', the head of the Dermatology Department at Hospital Clínic de Barcelona, and a full professor at the University of Barcelona. She is also a group leader at CIBERER and a member of the board of several scientific societies. She obtained her medical degree from the University of Barcelona and specialized in Dermatology in 1992, earning her doctoral degree in 2000. She has been involved in over 30 competitive research projects and more than 50 clinical trials, leading to the publication of over 500 scientific articles and the supervision of nearly 40 doctoral theses and final master's projects.
12:35 - 13:02
Dermoscopy in nail disorders : Benign nail tumors
Dr. Michela Starace, MD, PhD
Assistant Professor
1. Dermatologist at the Department of Medical and Surgical Science, Dermatology- IRCCS, Policlinico Sant’Orsola, Alma Mater Studiorum, University of Bologna, Italy
2. Chair of EADV Hair task force
3. Chair of IDS trichoscopy and onychoscopy task force
4. Treasurer of EHRS (European Hair Research Society)
5. Board member of different International Societies
6. Section Editor of Hair and Nail in different International Journals
7. Major research activities: Hair and Nail biology, Mycology and parasitology, Wound care Unit, Cutaneous Toxicity.
8. Memberships of National and International Societies.
9. Reviewer for many international papers.
10. Scientific activity: Dr. Starace is Author of 203 Papers published on International and National Journals and 25 book’s chapter.
13:02 - 13:17
Dermoscopy in haïr and scalp disorders: Diffuse alopecia
Dr. Antonella Tosti, the Fredric Brandt Endowed Professor of Dermatology and Cutaneous Surgery at the University of Miami, is a globally renowned expert in hair, nail disorders, and contact dermatitis. With a distinguished career, she's been a featured speaker at international conferences like AAD, EADV, and the World Congress of Dermatology for 15 years. As a leader, she's organized meetings on hair and nail disorders, including a successful annual course in Capri. Dr. Tosti has held key positions in various dermatological societies, such as past president of the European Nail Society and the Italian Society of Contact Dermatitis. Currently, she serves as the President of the American Hair Research Society and the International Society of Trichoscopy. An honorary member of multiple dermatological associations, Dr. Tosti has authored over 600 peer-reviewed papers and edited/co-edited 30 books, showcasing her substantial contributions to dermatology.
13:17 - 13:32
Dermoscopy in nail disorders : Malignant nail tumors
Professor Luc Thomas is a dermatogist and dermato-oncologist. Head of the largest French melanoma referral center, he also directs an international registry of congenital nevi of the nail unit.
13:32 - 14:02
Dermoscopy of the mucosae: The lip
Dermatologist at Andreas Sygros Hospital for Cutaneous and Venereal Diseases Research Consultant, Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center
14:02 - 14:17
Dermoscopy of the mucosae: Conjunctiva and eyelids
Elisa Cinotti, MD, PdD, is an Associate Professor at the University Hospital of Siena, Italy. After finishing her residencies at the University of Genoa and the University Hospital of Saint-Etienne, France, her work now focuses on cutaneous non-invasive imaging and in particular on Reflectance Confocal Microscopy. She has published over 170 peer-reviewed articles, most of them about dermatologic imaging.
14:17 - 14:32
Dermoscopy of the mucosae: Genital mucosae
Dr. Zoe Apalla, MD, PhD, a board-certified dermatologist since 2008 from Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, Greece, boasts expertise in Dermatopathology from St John’s Institute of Dermatology, London. Obtaining her PhD in 2013, she serves as a consultant at Aristotle University's First Dermatology Department. Specializing in skin oncology, melanoma, and non-melanoma skin cancer, she oversees Supportive Oncology and Skin Cancer Outpatient Clinics. Managing the Dermatopathology laboratory, she excels in General Dermatology and Inflammatory Dermatoses. With over 100 peer-reviewed articles, co-authorship in dermatology books, and extensive international lecturing, Dr. Apalla is a distinguished member of various national and international dermatologic academies.
My best cases of the year worldwide
14:32 - 15:02
Best cases from Europe
Mariano Suppa (MD, PhD), Juliana Monnier (MD), Verche Todorovska (MD)
15:02 - 16:22
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Best cases of Africa and middle east
Meriem Soughi (MD), Ncoza Dlova (MD, PhD), Ibrahima Traore (MD. PgDip. MSc), Ahmed Sadek (PhD LAD, MSc DV, DBA, IFAAD, IFEADV), Noureddine Litaiem (MD), Nazim Khaled BENMEHIDI (MD, MSc), Nkechi Enechukwu (MD), Fatimata Ly (MD)
16:22 - 16:37
Best cases of Latin America
Dr. Daniel Asz Sigall is a Surgeon who graduated from UNAM and is a Dermatologist. He did a high specialty in Dermatological Surgery and Cutaneous Oncology at the "Dr. Manuel GEA González" General Hospital. He completed his studies in Cosmetic Dermatology, Laser, and Hair Diseases, in Spain and Italy. He is a member of the "American Academy of Dermatology", and "The American Academy of Hair Research". Mexican Academy of Dermatology, Mexican Society of Dermatology, and the Ibero-Latin American College of Dermatology. He is the owner of Derma Medical Spa by Dermalomas. He is currently an associate physician at the UNAM Dermato-Oncology and Trichology clinic; president of the Mexican Society of Trichology and founding member of the "International Society of Trichoscopy".
16:37 - 16:57
Best cases of India
Soumil khare (MD), Yasmeen Jabeen Bhat (MBBS, MD, IFAAD)
16:57 - 17:12
Best cases of Japan
Graduated from The Jikei University School of Medicine
Lecturer, Department of Dermatology, Chiba University
Specialized in dermatoscopy
Conclusion
17:12 - 17:15
Conclusion of Dermoscopy Day 2025
Prof. Awatef Kelati is an Assistant Professor of Dermatology at Mohammed VI University of Sciences and Health, and a practicing dermatologist at University Hospitals in Casablanca ( cheikh khalifa and Mohammed VI university hospitals)
. Morocco.
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