International Psoriasis Council
Advancing Knowledge. Improving Care.
WELCOME AND INTRODUCTION
Lluís Puig, MD, PhD, Spain
SESSION ONE: UPDATES ON THE PATHOGENESIS OF PSORIASIS
New Insights in the Pathogenesis of Psoriasis
Johann Gudjonsson, MD, PhD, United States
Updates on the Pathogenesis and Treatment of Generalized Pustular Psoriasis
Hervé Bachelez, MD, PhD, France
Panel Discussion
Lluís Puig, MD, PhD, Spain, moderator
SESSION TWO: DISEASE RELAPSE AND PROGRESSION
New Understandings of Disease Relapse and Progression
Irène Gallais Sérézal, MD, PhD, France
The Natural History of Psoriasis: Insights into Clinical and Genetic Markers
Axel Svedbom, MSc, PhD, Sweden
Panel Discussion
Lluís Puig, MD, PhD, Spain, moderator
BREAK
SESSION THREE: TREATMENT INNOVATIONS
New Paradigms in Oral Treatments for Psoriasis
Richard Warren, BSc, MBChB, MRCP, PhD, United Kingdom
TYK2 Inhibitors for the Treatment of Psoriasis
Ronald Vender, MD, FRCPC, Canada
Panel Discussion
Lluís Puig, MD, PhD, Spain, moderator
Richard Warren, BSc, MBChB, MRCP, PhD, United Kingdom, moderator
CLOSING COMMENTS AND ADJOURN
Lluís Puig, MD, PhD, Spain
In this IPC commentary, Matias Maskin examines evidence from the BADBIR registry demonstrating that first-line biologic therapy in moderate to severe psoriasis leads to faster skin clearance, improved quality of life, and a lower risk of comorbidities. The analysis challenges traditional step-up approaches and supports earlier, patient-centered treatment strategies.
What were the key takeaways from the 2026 AAD Annual Meeting? IPC shares updates on diagnostic challenges, psoriasis therapies, and late-breaking research from leading experts.
A new regional collaboration led by IPC and partner organizations aims to improve diagnosis, treatment, and care coordination for psoriasis and psoriatic arthritis across Latin America.
IPC recognizes its 2025 Fellows as IPC Jr. Councilors following the completion of their fellowship. This transition recognizes their contributions to psoriasis research, education, and global collaboration, and marks their expanded role in the IPC network.
The International Psoriasis Council welcomes Mari Løset and Maxwell Sauder as new Councilors, supporting IPC’s global mission in psoriasis research and care.
In this Take Ten with IPC video, Dr. Leandro Leite discusses the most recent advances in psoriasis over the last year (March 2025 – March 2026). Topics include new guidelines, research, and recent studies.
