Agenda & Faculty | Skin of Color Update | Dermatology Conference

Annual Updates and Fresh, Practical Pearls

Skin of Color Update Program

October 3 – 5, 2025 | New York Hilton Midtown | New York, NY

2025 Program


	DAY 1 - FRIDAY, OCTOBER 3, 2025
7:30 AM	Registration
8:00 AM - 9:15 AM	Session I: The Evolving Landscape of Dermatology: Drug Approvals, Emerging Therapies, and Aesthetic Advances
	Conference Welcome
	Breaking News in Medical Dermatology: Recent Drug Approvals Shaping Care for Patients With Skin of Color
	Addressing Comorbidities in Dermatologic Disorders: Spotlight on Psoriasis and Hidradenitis Suppurativa — An Expert Discussion on Multidisciplinary Approaches Including the Potential Role of GLP-1 Agonists
	Aesthetic Treatments for Skin of Color: Tried, True & the Next New
	Ask Me Anything! Panel Q&A
9:15 AM - 10:30 AM	Concurrent Breakfast Non-CME/CE Bonus Presentations
10:45 AM - 11:30 AM	Concurrent Morning CME/CE Workshops
	Dermoscopy in Practice: Essential Techniques for Skin of Color
	Injectables in Skin of Color: Mastering Facial Anatomy & Managing Complications — A Practical Workshop
11:45 AM - 1:15 PM	Session II: Practical Approaches to Diagnosing and Managing Inflammatory Skin Conditions in Patients With Skin of Color: Acne, Rosacea, and Hidradenitis Suppurativa
	Session Introduction
	Addressing Acne in Diverse Populations: Personalized First-Line Medical and OTC Treatment Strategies
	Rosacea in Diverse Skin Types: A Practical Approach to Treatment
	Hidradenitis Suppurativa: Emerging Therapies and Strategies for Effective Management
	Addressing the Pigmentary Sequelae of Acne Alongside Primary Treatment: A Case-Based Discussion
	Ask Me Anything! Panel Q&A
1:20 PM - 2:35 PM	Concurrent Lunch Non-CME/CE Bonus Presentations
2:45 PM - 4:45 PM	Session III: Laser and Energy-Based Treatments for Pigmentation and Scarring in Patients With Skin of Color: Practical Protocols and Complication Management
	Session Introduction
	The Art of Treating Skin of Color With Lasers & Energy-Based Devices
	Precision Laser Therapy for Hyperpigmentation in Skin of Color: Innovations & Best Practices
	Energy-Based Solutions for Acne Scars in Skin of Color: Effective Strategies for Optimal Outcomes
	Navigating Laser & Device-Based Treatments in Skin of Color: Prevention & Management of Complications
	Expert Case Review: Tackling Complex Pigmentation and Scarring Challenges With Energy-Based Devices
	Ask Me Anything! Panel Q&A
4:45 PM - 6:00 PM	Independent Afternoon CME Symposium
6:00 PM	Day One Adjourns
6:00 PM - 7:30 PM	Welcome Reception and Meet & Greet With Poster Authors in Exhibit Hall

	DAY 2 - SATURDAY OCTOBER 4, 2025
7:00 AM	Registration
7:30 AM - 9:00 AM	Session IV: Advances in Diagnosis and Treatment of Inflammatory Skin Conditions: Practical Approaches to Psoriasis, Atopic Dermatitis, Chronic Spontaneous Urticaria, and Eczema in Patients With Skin of Color
	Session Introduction
	Psoriasis and Psoriatic Arthritis in Patients With Skin of Color: Diagnostic Insights and Advancements in Treatment
	Beyond the Flare: Practical Solutions for Managing Atopic Dermatitis in Patients With Skin of Color
	A Practical Guide to Managing Chronic Spontaneous Urticaria in Patients With Skin of Color
	Bridging the Gaps: Exploring the Links Between Prurigo Nodularis and Chronic Itch
	Ask Me Anything! Panel Q&A
9:00 AM - 10:15 AM	Concurrent Breakfast Non-CME/CE Bonus Presentations
9:00 AM - 10:15 AM	Break: Visit Exhibit and Poster Hall
10:30 AM - 12:45 PM	Session V: Pigmentary Disorders in Patients With Skin of Color: A Deep Dive Into Pathogenesis, Diagnosis, and Therapeutic Approaches
	Session Introduction
	Melasma in Patients With Skin of Color: Pathogenesis, Diagnosis, and a Strategic Approach to Prescription and OTC Care
	Vitiligo Treatment Breakthroughs: Optimizing Outcomes for Patients With Skin of Color
	Hyperpigmentation and Hypopigmentation: From Diagnosis to Tailored First-Line and OTC Treatment Strategies
	Protecting Skin of Color: Understanding Photodamage and Optimizing Sunscreen Strategies
	Navigating Complexity: Expert Approaches to Challenging Pigmentary Cases — Panel Discussion
	Ask Me Anything! Panel Q&A
12:50 PM - 2:05 PM	Concurrent Lunch Non-CME/CE Bonus Presentations
12:50 PM - 2:05 PM	Break: Visit Exhibit and Poster Hall
2:15 PM - 3:30 PM	Session VI: Medical Dermatology Potpourri
	Session Introduction
	Navigating Unique Skin Conditions in Asian Patients: Insights and Approaches From the Asian Skin Clinic
	Forgotten Conditions in Skin of Color: Dissecting Cellulitis, Acne Keloidalis Nuchae, and More
	Underdiagnosed and Undertreated: Pediatric Dermatology Pearls for Skin of Color
	Ask Me Anything! Panel Q&A
3:30 PM - 4:45 PM	Concurrent Afternoon Non-CME/CE Bonus Presentations
3:30 PM - 4:45 PM	Break: Visit Exhibit and Poster Hall
3:30 PM - 4:45 PM	Coffee Chat With Faculty in Exhibit Hall
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM	Aesthetic Workshop Part 1: Neurotoxin Techniques for Patients With Skin of Color Featuring Live Demonstrations
	Session Introduction
	Neurotoxins Live Demonstration: Forehead and Glabellar Lines, Crow's Feet and Periorbital Area, Lower Face and Jawline
	Ask Me Anything! Panel Q&A
6:00 PM - 7:15 PM	Independent Dinner CME Symposium
7:15 PM	Day Two Adjourns

	DAY 3 - SUNDAY OCTOBER 5, 2025
7:30 AM	Registration
8:00 AM - 9:15 PM	Session VII: Advances in Managing Keloids, Nail Diseases, and Skin Cancer in Patients With Skin of Color
	Session Introduction
	Keloids: New Insights and Treatment Strategies for Patients With Skin of Color
	Diagnosing & Treating Nail Psoriasis and Lichen Planus in Patients With Skin of Color: Practical Approaches for Dermatologists
	Melanoma & Nonmelanoma Skin Cancers in Skin of Color: Improving Early Detection & Treatment Updates
	Ask Me Anything! Panel Q&A
9:15 AM - 10:30 AM	Concurrent Breakfast Non-CME/CE Bonus Presentations
9:15 AM - 10:30 AM	Break: Visit Exhibit and Poster Hall
10:45 AM - 12:45 PM	Session VIII: The Spectrum of Alopecias Affecting Patients With Skin of Color
	Session Introduction
	Scarring Alopecias: Pathophysiology, Diagnostic Clues, and Medical Treatment Options
	Nonscarring Alopecias: Pathophysiology, Diagnostic Clues, and Medical Treatment Options
	Adjunctive Treatments for Scarring & Nonscarring Alopecias: OTC and Procedural Options
	Scarring vs Nonscarring Alopecias in Children: Nuance in Diagnosis and Treatment
	Real-World Management of Complex Alopecia Cases: Case-Based Panel Discussion
	Ask Me Anything! Panel Q&A
12:50 PM - 2:05 PM	Concurrent Lunch Non-CME/CE Bonus Presentations
12:50 PM - 2:05 PM	Break: Visit Exhibit and Poster Hall
12:50 PM - 2:05 PM	Coffee Chat With Faculty in Exhibit Hall
2:15 PM - 3:30 PM	Session IX: Navigating Complexity: Advances and Insights in Medical Dermatology Conditions
	Session Introduction
	Blisters and Beyond: Managing Bullous Diseases in Patients With Skin of Color — A Case-Based Presentation
	Seeing Beneath the Surface: Skin Clues to Systemic Disease in Patients With Skin of Color
	The Role of JAK Inhibitors in Treating Patients With Skin of Color
	Ask Me Anything! Panel Q&A
3:45 PM - 5:15 PM	Aesthetic Workshop Part 2: Peels, Products, and Dermal Filler Techniques for Patients With Skin of Color Featuring Live Demonstrations
	Session Introduction
	Cosmeceuticals and Exosomes: Trends Shaping the Future of Skin Care for Skin of Color
	Peeling Back the Layers: Safe and Effective Chemical Peels for Skin of Color Featuring Live Demonstrations
	Dermal Fillers Live Demonstration: Midface and Cheeks, Nasolabial Folds and Perioral Region, Jawline and Chin Augmentation
	Ask Me Anything! Panel Q&A
5:10 PM	Closing Remarks
5:15 PM	Conference Adjourns