International Psoriasis Council

Advancing Knowledge. Improving Care.

Vimal

Hasmukh Prajapati

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MD, FRCPC, DABD

Dermatologist
Skin Health & Wellness Centre, Dermatology Research Institute, Dermphi Centre, and University of Calgary
Calgary
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Alberta
,
Canada
Councilor Since: January 23, 2024
IPC Councilor
Dr. Vimal Hasmukh Prajapati completed his dermatology residency at the University of Alberta, earning certification in both Canada and the United States. He then pursued an additional one-year fellowship in pediatric dermatology at Harvard Medical School. Dr. Prajapati has received 20 major awards at the regional and national level, authored one textbook chapter, published 108 peer-reviewed manuscripts in scientific journals, and presented 172 abstracts at scientific congresses regionally, nationally, and internationally. He also conducts clinical trials for adults and children, participating in 132 studies as an investigator and/or member of the global data monitoring or steering committee. Dr. Prajapati is a Clinical Associate Professor at the University of Calgary and co-founder and co-director of the Skin Health & Wellness Centre, Dermphi Centre, Dermphi Shop, and Dermatology Research Institute. His practice focuses exclusively on skin cancer and immune-mediated inflammatory diseases, specifically atopic dermatitis and psoriasis, as well as alopecia areata and vitiligo. Dr. Prajapati has also been appointed as a Councilor for the International Eczema Council (IEC) and International Psoriasis Council (IPC).
Last Updated:
06/03/2025

Areas of Interest

Dr. Vimal Hasmukh Prajapati is interested in therapeutics for psoriasis, including clinical trials, real-world experience with novel advanced topical and systemic therapies, and guidelines for psoriasis. He is also interested in advocating for patients to have access to new therapeutics.

IPC Committees / Groups

Pediatric Psoriasis Working Group

Languages Spoken

English

Involvement with Other Organization(s)

Dr. Prajapati has collaborated with the Canadian Skin Patient Alliance, Canadian Psoriasis Network, and National Psoriasis Foundation (NPF) on various initiatives. He also frequently advocates with provincial and national regulatory bodies for medications in Canada.

What's New

First-Line Biologics in Psoriasis: Evidence from the BADBIR Cohort Study

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.

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Recent Advances in Psoriasis: A Year in Review

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.

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Monday, April 6, 2026