Welcome to the IPC Psoriasis Masterclass for Asia, an exclusive educational opportunity for early- to mid-career dermatologists and other healthcare professionals actively managing and treating psoriasis.
This Masterclass is led by an esteemed faculty of international experts boasting extensive experience in psoriasis care. We aim to equip attendees with cutting-edge skills and knowledge to elevate their careers and become leaders in psoriasis.
IPC will provide travel stipends of $200 for local attendees and $500 for attendees traveling internationally.
The Masterclass is limited to 50 participants, selected from those dedicated to advancing their expertise in managing and treating psoriasis. If you are a Dermatologist, Dermatology Resident, or other healthcare provider from Asia with a solid background in dermatology, this program is designed for you.
Brief Summary of the Course
The IPC Psoriasis Masterclass for Asia is an intensive, eight-hour educational program designed for early-to-mid-career dermatologists and healthcare professionals interested in specializing in psoriasis care. With a focus on fostering a small group environment, the Masterclass provides a personalized learning experience, empowering participants to excel in their careers and become leaders in psoriasis.
The agenda has been carefully designed to ensure participants gain the skills and knowledge required to manage patients effectively. Participants will engage in dynamic discussions, interactive Q&A sessions, and invaluable networking opportunities with distinguished experts in the field.
Learning Outcomes
Topics Covered
Prerequisites
The IPC Psoriasis Masterclass is for early-mid career dermatologists and other health professionals with a strong foundation in dermatology who are making treatment decisions and managing patients with psoriasis.
REGISTRATION – 07:30
WELCOME + INTRODUCTION
Akimichi Morita, MD, PhD, Japan
Global and Regional Disease Burden of Psoriasis
Unveiling the Pathogenesis and Phenotypes of Psoriasis: A Bridge to Personalized Care
Psoriasis as a Systemic Disease
How to Assess Disease Severity and Treatment Outcomes in Clinical Practice
BREAK
Psoriatic Arthritis for Dermatologists
Generalized Pustular Psoriasis
Optimizing the Use of Topicals and Oral Therapies
Phototherapy: Current Use and Developments
LUNCH
Optimizing the Use of Biologics and Biosimilars
Psoriasis in Special Populations & Circumstances
Faculty Forum: Challenging Cases
Challenging Cases Workshop – Presented by Delegates
Panel Discussion and Q&A
BREAK
New and Emerging Treatments for Psoriasis
Integrating the Lessons from the Masterclass
Closing Comments
How can clinicians navigate emotionally complex patient interactions while maintaining empathy and trust? In this article, Mio Nakamura discusses communication approaches that may help strengthen patient relationships in dermatology settings.
Read summaries from the IPC symposium at the 2026 Society for Investigative Dermatology (SID) Annual Meeting covering disease modification, immune pathways, therapeutic escape, and psoriasis treatment response.
In this Take Ten with IPC video, Professor Peter van de Kerkhof discusses the use and misuse of systemic corticosteroids in psoriasis. He questions whether they contraindicate the treatment of psoriasis, while also covering his personal experience in prescribing them.
In this Take Ten with IPC video, Professor Peter van de Kerkhof discusses the use and misuse of topical corticosteroids in psoriasis, covering current use, guidelines, and consequences.
Missed the joint symposium hosted by the International Eczema Council (IEC) and International Psoriasis Council (IPC) at the American Academy of Dermatology (AAD) Annual Meeting? Select presentations from Psoriasis or Dermatitis? When Boundaries Blur and Treatments Flip the Script are now available, covering diagnostic overlap, emerging tools, treatment-related reactions, and practical strategies for managing complex cases across diverse patient populations.
