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Skin of Color Update - Dermatology Conference

Skin of Color Update is the largest CE event dedicated to trending evidence-based research and new practical pearls for treating skin types III – VI.

Attendees leave with critical annual updates and fresh practical pearls in skin of color dermatology. September 12 - 13, 2020 | Sheraton Times Square | New York, NY

08/12/2025

A keen eye is required when dermatology clinicians treat inflammatory skin conditions in patients with skin of color.

Pediatric dermatologist Dr. Brandi Kenner-Bell spoke with Next Steps in Derm at Skin of Color Update 2024 about what to look for when diagnosing inflammatory skin conditions in patients with darker skin tones.

Watch her interview as she shares what’s important to know when treating children and how pigmentary concerns should impact your course of treatment:

🔗https://ow.ly/r9VY50WEb8p

08/05/2025

In recognition of Psoriasis Awareness Month, increase your knowledge of how to diagnose and treat psoriasis in patients with skin of color.

Read this Next Steps in Derm session summary of Dr. Amy McMichael's comprehensive Skin of Color Update 2024 presentation. which emphasizes the importance of early recognition, tailored treatment plans, and addressing racial disparities in clinical research.

🔗https://ow.ly/kzk050WzpJ7

07/30/2025

At Skin of Color Update - Dermatology Conference 2024, Dr. Cheryl Burgess delivered an insightful presentation on providing safe and effective cosmetic treatments for patients with skin of color. Her talk emphasized the importance of understanding both biological and cultural differences to minimize complications and enhance outcomes.

Read this session summary by Next Steps in Derm:
🔗https://ow.ly/6IVc50WwSSK

07/25/2025

A recent JDD - JDDonline.com study looked at the diversity of patients enrolled in melasma clinical trials to determine if there are any disparities in representation.

Read this interview with author Jared Jagdeo, MD, MS, and learn his advice for researchers in increasing representation in a study population.

🔗https://ow.ly/rklQ50WuO05

07/17/2025

Watch this Practical Dermatology interview with Skin of Color Update - Dermatology Conference Co-Chair Eliot F. Battle, MD, as he shares the motivation behind the conference’s launch 17 years ago.

He outlines the reasons why dermatology clinicians should pursue education and training on the treatment of patients with skin of color, and how technological advances are providing new opportunities for high-quality care in this patient population.

🔗https://ow.ly/j7gu50WpEfN

07/11/2025

In the last few years, the FDA has granted approval to several dermatologic therapies that impact patients with skin of color. At Skin of Color Update 2024, Conference Co-Chair Andrew F. Alexis, MD, MPH, spoke with Next Steps in Derm about some of the recently approved topical, biological, and oral therapies.

Watch and learn how these newly approved treatments address conditions that disproportionately affect and burden patients with skin of color.

🔗https://ow.ly/2ZxO50WnoJl

07/10/2025

➡️ Don’t miss your chance to earn free CME/CE virtually at the pre-conference symposium!

Co-chaired by Dr. Andrew F. Alexis and Dr. Eliot F. Battle, this dynamic, case-based virtual symposium brings together leading experts in dermatology to spotlight the expanding role of targeted therapies in managing dermatologic conditions in patients with skin of color.

Through real-world clinical scenarios and evidence-based insights, faculty will explore JAK inhibitors, biologics, oral small molecule agents, and emerging therapies—including oral peptides—across a wide spectrum of inflammatory skin diseases. The discussions will emphasize practical clinical decision-making, patient selection, long-term safety, and off-label use in conditions such as atopic dermatitis, psoriasis, vitiligo, hidradenitis suppurativa, alopecia areata, and more.

✅ The virtual symposium is complimentary and open to all healthcare professionals. Click the link in our bio to register today!

07/08/2025

It's World Skin Health Day. This year's theme is "Skin Health for All."

That fits right in with the mission of Skin of Color Update. Our conference addresses education and training gaps that have contributed to disparities in the dermatologic and aesthetic treatment of patients with skin of color.

Join with us in advocating for skin health education, awareness, and equal access to dermatologic care.

👏Thank you to the International League of Dermatological Societies and the International Society of Dermatology for organizing this global initiative.

07/02/2025

Safety in using lasers and other procedural treatments is a key educational focus of Skin of Color Update. At the 2024 conference, Next Steps in Derm interviewed E. Victor Ross, MD, FAAD, about his session on laser end points.

Click the link below and watch as Dr. Ross shares end points for a few laser procedures and what you don’t want to see. Plus find out how to ensure safety and effectiveness when a laser doesn't have an end point.

https://ow.ly/tlTb50Wjnn9

06/24/2025

June is Vitiligo Awareness Month.

At the 2024 Skin of Color Update - Dermatology Conference, Rebecca Vasquez, MD, FAAD, of UT Southwestern Medical Center, shared a comprehensive overview of vitiligo, highlighting its significant psychological and medical impact.

🔗Click the link below to read a summary of Dr. Vasquez's session.

https://ow.ly/SFsP50Wf9fu

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06/17/2025

Skin of Color Update - Dermatology Conference faculty member Nada Elbuluk, MD, MSc, spoke with Next Steps in Derm about her recent Journal of Drugs in Dermatology study that sheds light on the most common reasons why patients of color seek outpatient dermatologic care. Dr. Elbuluk will speak at Skin of Color Update on pigmentary disorders, including hyperpigmentation and hypopigmentation.

🔗Learn more about Dr. Elbuluk's study & register for Skin of Color Update: https://ow.ly/T57v50Wb4ga

05/14/2025

⏰ Time’s almost up—early bird pricing ends tomorrow! Don’t miss your opportunity to save on registration! 💰

Register today for the largest CE event dedicated to trending, evidence-based research and new practical pearls for treating the dermatology needs of today’s patients.

Head to skinofcolorupdate.com or click the link in our bio.

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Skin of Color Update (previously Skin of Color Seminar Series) is the largest CE event dedicated to trending evidence-based research and new practical pearls for treating skin types III – VI. Participants leave with critical annual updates and fresh practical pearls in skin of color dermatology. Earn CE in New York City with direct access to elite experts and an experience unmatched by any other event in dermatology. Register now for this 2-day, case-based event, attended by over 300 dermatology experts. The Experts’ Forum for Multicultural Dermatology