The IPC Psoriasis Masterclass is designed for early-career dermatologists who are making treatment decisions and managing patients with psoriasis and are interested in specializing in psoriasis. Focusing on fostering a small group environment, this FREE program offers an intimate and personalized learning experience, ensuring each participant receives the utmost attention and support.
This Masterclass is led by an esteemed faculty of international experts boasting extensive experience in psoriasis care. Our aim is to equip attendees with cutting-edge skills and knowledge to elevate their careers and become leaders in the field of psoriasis. Through lectures, panels, case-based discussions, and question-answer sessions, attendees will obtain practical and essential information for their clinical practice.
We are no longer accepting applications for in-person participation in this program.
IPC invites you to join the free virtual option for this Masterclass. Complete the virtual registration form today to reserve your spot!
Schedule:
Thursday, November 6
7:00 – Registration
8:00 – Program Begins
17:45 – Program Ends
The Masterclass is open to only 60 exceptional participants, carefully selected from those eager to elevate their expertise in managing and treating psoriasis. If you are a Dermatologist from Asia with a strong foundation in dermatology, this program is tailor-made for you. The IPC Masterclass is open to dermatologists who meet the following criteria:
We are no longer accepting applications for in-person participation in this program.
IPC invites you to join the free virtual option for this Masterclass. Complete the virtual registration form today to reserve your spot!
REGISTRATION – 07:30
Morning Sessions Chairpersons: Akimichi Morita, Xuejun Zhang and Aijun Chen
WELCOME + INTRODUCTION
Akimichi Morita, MD, PhD, Japan
Gang Wang, MD, PhD, China
Global and Regional Disease Burden of Psoriasis and Its Syndemics
Xiang Chen, MD, PhD, China
Unveiling the Pathogenesis and Phenotypes of Psoriasis: A Bridge to Personalized Care
Shuai Shao, MD, PhD, China
Generalized Pustular Psoriasis
Akimichi Morita, MD, PhD, Japan
Psoriasis as a Systemic Disease
Azura Mohd Affandi, MBChB, MRCP, Malaysia
Psoriatic Arthritis for Dermatologists
Wei Li, MD, PhD, China
BREAK
How to Assess Disease Severity and Treatment Outcomes in Clinical Practice
Seong Jin Jo, MD, PhD, Republic of Korea
Optimizing The Use of Topical Therapy
Xiaoyong Man, MD, PhD, China
Phototherapy for Asian Skin
Akimichi Morita, MD, PhD, Japan
Evolving Landscape of Oral Therapies for Plaque Psoriasis
Yukari Okubo, MD, PhD, Japan
LUNCH
Afternoon Sessions Chairpersons: Yuling Shi & Min Zheng
Optimizing the Use of Biologics
April Armstrong, MD, MPH, United States
The Use of Biosimilars in Asia
Yuling Shi, MD, PhD, China
Panel Discussion
All Faculty
FACULTY FORUM: CLINICAL CASES
Psoriasis and TB
Yi Zhao, MD, PhD, China
Psoriasis and Hepatitis
Zhenying Zhang, MD, PhD, China
Pregnancy and Breastfeeding
Seong Jin Jo, MD, PhD, Republic of Korea
Pediatric Psoriasis
Zigang Xu, China
Elderly-Onset Psoriasis
Yi Zhao, MD, PhD, China
FACULTY FORUM: CURRENT RESEARCH
Phenotype Switching
Jiaqi Chen, PhD, China
The Impact of Psoriasis Therapy on Depression
Yanhua Liang, MD, PhD, China
Therapy for managing Palmoplantar Pustulosis
Jiajing Lu, MD, PhD, China
TEA BREAK
Challenging Cases Workshop – Presented by Delegates
Faculty Panel
The Future of Psoriasis
April Armstrong, MD, MPH, United States
Integrating the Lessons from the Masterclass
All Faculty
Closing Comments
Akimichi Morita, MD, PhD, Japan
Yuling Shi, MD, PhD, China
Meeting Location:
HUALUXE Chongqing Science Hall
No. 9, Huixi 1st Road, High-tech Zone
Chongqing, Chongqing 401329
Mainland China
Lodging Hotel:
Holiday Inn Chongqing Science Hall
No. 9, Huixi 1st Road, High-tech Zone
Chongqing, Chongqing 401329
Phone: +86 023 6188 6666
Check-in: 14:00 | Check-out: 12:00
IPC, in partnership with the CDA, will cover the cost of a one-night stay for each participant on Wednesday, November 5, at the Holiday Inn Chongqing Science Hall.
Transportation
Participants are responsible for arranging and financing their air and ground transportation to the event. We recommend booking your flights well in advance to secure the best rates and ensure that your travel plans allow attendance for the entire program.
The nearest airport to the venue, HUALUXE Chongqing Science Hall, is Chongqing Jiangbei International Airport (CKG), located approximately 30–40 minutes away by car, depending on traffic conditions.
Ground Transportation Options from the Airport
Meals
Meals will be provided throughout Thursday, November 6, including scheduled breaks, lunch, and an evening reception.
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