Convention Programme

Explore the official 4-day schedule of the 49th PDS Annual Convention 2026, including the Day 0 PsorAsia pre-convention programme.

Programme details are preliminary and may change as schedules, speakers, and session information are finalized.

Day 0 — November 3, 2026

Marriott Grand Ballroom

Limited to 250 Participants

PsorAsia Pacific Psoriatic Disease Inaugural Conference — a pre-convention scientific programme dedicated to bridging the gaps in complex psoriatic patient care across the Asia-Pacific region.

7:30 – 8:00 AM

Registration

Conference registration begins at 7:30 AM.

8:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Pre-Convention Conference

PsorAsia Pacific Psoriatic Disease Inaugural Conference

An eight-hour scientific program tailored for dermatologists, rheumatologists, dermatology residents, rheumatology fellows, and medical practitioners across the Asia-Pacific region with a dedicated interest in advancing psoriatic disease care.

Brief Summary

The Pacific Psoriatic Disease Inaugural Conference is an eight-hour scientific program dedicated to bridging the gaps in complex psoriatic patient care. Serving as a regional benchmark event, this symposium offers a highly focused educational experience designed to elevate clinical expertise and sharpen precision management in psoriatic disease.

The agenda is strategically curated to equip clinicians with actionable insights and evidence-based knowledge and skills. Participants will engage in scientific lectures, interactive sessions, and invaluable networking opportunities with leading regional and international experts in the field.

Who Should Attend?

Dermatologists
Rheumatologists
Dermatology residents
Rheumatology fellows
Medical practitioners interested in advancing psoriatic disease care

Learning Outcomes

By the conclusion of this scientific program, participants will be able to:

Understand Disease Pathogenesis and Subtypes: Understand the multi-factorial pathogenesis, immunologic pathways, and diverse clinical phenotypes of psoriatic disease.
Manage Systemic Comorbidities: Effectively assess, diagnose, and manage psoriatic arthritis, as well other metabolic and systemic comorbidities.
Optimize Patient Treatment: Evaluate current therapeutic options to design personalized treatment plans tailored to a diverse range of patient profiles.

Topics Covered

Disease Burden, Pathogenesis & Systemic Manifestations

The Global and Regional Disease Burden of Psoriasis
Pathogenesis and Different Phenotypes of Psoriasis
Psoriasis as a Systemic Disease: Clinical Severity Assessment in Clinical Practice
Navigating Severe Subtypes: Generalized Pustular Psoriasis (GPP) & Erythrodermic Psoriasis
Bridging the Gap: Diagnostic and Management Paradigms in Psoriatic Arthritis
Addressing the Hidden Impact: Comorbidities of Psoriasis (Cardiovascular, Obesity)

Therapeutic Optimization, Real-World Practice & Future Horizons

Maximizing Efficacy: The Strategic Use of Topicals and Traditional Oral Therapies
Phototherapy in the Modern Era: Current Clinical Use and Targeted Developments
Biologics & Biosimilars in Asia: Navigating Cost-Efficiencies and Patient Access
Tailoring Care: Psoriasis in Special Populations & Unique Clinical Circumstances
Beyond Medication: Role of non-pharmacologic management, lifestyle modifications, and patient advocacy.
The Changing Pipeline: New and Emerging Treatments for Psoriatic Disease
Presentation of Challenging Clinical Cases
Panel Discussion, Expert Q&A, and Key Takeaways

Time	Programme
7:30 – 8:00 AM	Registration
8:00 AM – 4:00 PM	PsorAsia Pacific Psoriatic Disease Inaugural Conference Venue: Marriott Grand Ballroom, Pasay, Metro Manila, Philippines Attendees: Limited to 300 participants Conference Summary An eight-hour scientific program dedicated to bridging the gaps in complex psoriatic patient care across the Asia-Pacific region. This inaugural conference serves as a regional benchmark event designed to elevate clinical expertise and sharpen precision management in psoriatic disease. Who Should Attend? Dermatologists, rheumatologists, dermatology residents, rheumatology fellows, and medical practitioners across the Asia-Pacific region with a dedicated interest in advancing psoriatic disease care. Learning Outcomes • Understand the multi-factorial pathogenesis, immunologic pathways, and diverse clinical phenotypes of psoriatic disease. • Effectively assess, diagnose, and manage psoriatic arthritis, as well as other metabolic and systemic comorbidities. • Evaluate current therapeutic options to design personalized treatment plans tailored to a diverse range of patient profiles. Topics Covered • Disease Burden, Pathogenesis & Systemic Manifestations • The Global and Regional Disease Burden of Psoriasis • The Changing Pipeline: New and Emerging Treatments for Psoriatic Disease • Presentation of Challenging Clinical Cases • Panel Discussion, Expert Q&A, and Key Takeaways

Time

Programme

7:30 – 8:00 AM

Registration

8:00 AM – 4:00 PM

PsorAsia Pacific Psoriatic Disease Inaugural Conference
Venue: Marriott Grand Ballroom, Pasay, Metro Manila, Philippines
Attendees: Limited to 300 participants

Conference Summary
An eight-hour scientific program dedicated to bridging the gaps in complex psoriatic patient care across the Asia-Pacific region. This inaugural conference serves as a regional benchmark event designed to elevate clinical expertise and sharpen precision management in psoriatic disease.

Who Should Attend?
Dermatologists, rheumatologists, dermatology residents, rheumatology fellows, and medical practitioners across the Asia-Pacific region with a dedicated interest in advancing psoriatic disease care.

Learning Outcomes
• Understand the multi-factorial pathogenesis, immunologic pathways, and diverse clinical phenotypes of psoriatic disease.
• Effectively assess, diagnose, and manage psoriatic arthritis, as well as other metabolic and systemic comorbidities.
• Evaluate current therapeutic options to design personalized treatment plans tailored to a diverse range of patient profiles.

Topics Covered
• Disease Burden, Pathogenesis & Systemic Manifestations
• The Global and Regional Disease Burden of Psoriasis
• The Changing Pipeline: New and Emerging Treatments for Psoriatic Disease
• Presentation of Challenging Clinical Cases
• Panel Discussion, Expert Q&A, and Key Takeaways

Day 1 — November 4, 2026

Manila Marriott Hotel, Grand Ballroom ABCD

Opening ceremonies, plenary lectures, symposiums, booth visits, and Fellowship Night.

7:00 – 8:00 AM

Registration

8:00 – 9:00 AM

Opening Ceremonies

Opening Act
March
Opening / Welcome Speeches

9:00 – 9:30 AM

Opening Ceremonies

Perpetuo Gutierrez Lecture

9:30 – 9:55 AM

Break

9:55 – 10:00 AM

Moderator

Introduction

10:00 – 10:20 AM

Plenary Lecture

Beyond the Pen: Essentials of Prescription Writing, Pharmacy Law, and Professional Ethics

Speaker: Dr. Ma. Jasmin Yason Philippines

10:20 – 10:40 AM

Plenary Lecture

AI in Dermatology

Speaker: Dr. Kok Wai Leong Singapore

10:40 – 11:00 AM

Plenary Lecture

Smart Tools for Dermatology Training

Speaker: Dr. Rungsima Wanitphakdeedecha Thailand

11:00 – 12:00 NN

Plenary Lecture

CME grant from Galderma

12:00 – 1:30 PM

Exhibit

Booth Visit

1:30 – 1:35 PM

Moderator

Introduction

1:35 – 1:50 PM

Plenary Lecture

Skin-Brain Axis: Integrating Psychodermatology into Dermatological Practice

Speaker: Dr. Bernard Ho United Kingdom

1:50 – 2:05 PM

Plenary Lecture

Novel Cutaneous Clues to Systemic Diseases

Speaker: Dr. M. Raman India

2:05 – 2:35 PM

Plenary Lecture

CME grant from Cerave

2:35 – 2:50 PM

Plenary Lecture

Invisible Pathogen: Integrating Mental Health into Leprosy Control and Public Health Dermatology

Speaker: Dr. Atsuro Tsutsumi World Health Organization

2:50 – 3:10 PM

Plenary Lecture

CME grant from a Gold sponsor

3:10 – 3:20 PM

Break

Coffee Break

3:20 – 3:40 PM

Plenary Lecture

CME grant from a Gold sponsor

3:40 – 3:55 PM

Plenary Lecture

CME grant from Cerave

3:55 – 4:10 PM

Plenary Lecture

The Regenerative Frontier: Integrating Exosomes, Polynucleotides, and Microneedling for Skin Rejuvenation

Speaker: Dr. Dorgham Egypt

4:10 – 4:25 PM

Plenary Lecture

Gamechangers in Procedural Dermatology

Speaker: TBA

4:25 – 4:30 PM

Closing

4:30 – 9:00 PM

Exhibit

Booth Visit

6:30 PM

Fellowship Night

Time	Programme
7:00 – 8:00 AM	Registration
8:00 – 9:00 AM	Opening Ceremonies Opening Act, March, Speeches
9:00 – 9:30 AM	Perpetuo Gutierrez Lecture
9:30 – 9:55 AM	Break
9:55 – 10:00 AM	Introduction
10:00 – 10:20 AM	Beyond the Pen: Essentials of Prescription Writing, Pharmacy Law, and Professional Ethics Speaker: Dr. Ma. Jasmin Yason Philippines
10:20 – 10:40 AM	AI in Dermatology Speaker: Dr. Kok Wai Leong Singapore
10:40 – 11:00 AM	Smart Tools for Dermatology Training Speaker: Dr. Rungsima Wanitphakdeedecha Thailand
11:00 – 12:00 NN	Plenary Lecture CME grant from Galderma
12:00 – 1:30 PM	Booth Visit
1:30 – 1:35 PM	Introduction
1:35 – 1:50 PM	Skin-Brain Axis: Integrating Psychodermatology into Dermatological Practice Speaker: Dr. Bernard Ho United Kingdom
1:50 – 2:05 PM	Novel Cutaneous Clues to Systemic Diseases Speaker: Dr. M. Raman India
2:05 – 2:35 PM	Plenary Lecture CME grant from Cerave
2:35 – 2:50 PM	Invisible Pathogen: Integrating Mental Health into Leprosy Control and Public Health Dermatology Speaker: Dr. Atsuro Tsutsumi World Health Organization
2:50 – 3:10 PM	Plenary Lecture CME grant from a Gold sponsor
3:10 – 3:20 PM	Coffee Break
3:20 – 3:40 PM	Plenary Lecture CME grant from a Gold sponsor
3:40 – 3:55 PM	Plenary Lecture CME grant from Cerave
3:55 – 4:10 PM	The Regenerative Frontier: Integrating Exosomes, Polynucleotides, and Microneedling for Skin Rejuvenation Speaker: Dr. Dorgham Egypt
4:10 – 4:25 PM	Gamechangers in Procedural Dermatology Speaker: TBA
4:25 – 4:30 PM	Closing
4:30 – 9:00 PM	Booth Visit
6:30 PM	Fellowship Night

Day 2 — November 5, 2026

Ballroom A/B

Ballroom C/D

Parallel sessions for medical, aesthetic and procedural tracks, with booth visits between sessions.

Ballroom A/B

8:00 – 9:00 AM

Exhibit

Booth Visit

9:00 – 12:30 PM

Medical Symposium

Medical Symposium (AM)

12:30 – 1:30 PM

Exhibit

Booth Visit

1:30 – 5:00 PM

Medical Symposium

Medical Symposium (PM)

5:00 – 9:00 PM

Exhibit

Booth Visit

Ballroom C/D

8:00 – 9:00 AM

Exhibit

Booth Visit

9:00 – 12:30 PM

Procedural Symposium

Aesthetic & Procedural Symposium (AM)

12:30 – 1:30 PM

Exhibit

Booth Visit

1:30 – 5:00 PM

Procedural Symposium

Aesthetic & Procedural Symposium (PM)

5:00 – 9:00 PM

Exhibit

Booth Visit

Detailed Day 2 Symposium Schedule

Full breakout schedules for the Medical Symposium and Aesthetic & Procedural Symposium.

Medical Symposium (Day 2 – Nov. 5, 2026)

Venue: Manila Marriott Hotel, Grand Ballroom AB

Time	Programme
MEDICAL SYMPOSIUM – MORNING SESSION
Session Topic: Igniting Precision: Immune-Mediated Diseases Management
9:00 AM	Introduction
9:05 AM	Breaking the Cycle: What’s New in Hidradenitis Suppurativa Diagnosis and Management Speaker: Ma. Corazon Iniego-Rodas
9:20 AM	Beyond the Barrier: Long-term Control of Pediatric and Adolescent Atopic Dermatitis Speaker: Dr. Carmela Augusta F. Dayrit-Castro
9:35 AM	Unmasking Urticaria: Management Updates Speaker: Dr. Katrina Canlas-Estrella
9:50 AM	Measuring the Severity of Vitiligo: Concepts and Considerations Speaker: Dr. M. Raman
10:05 AM	Q & A
10:15 AM	15-min Lecture CME grant from a Silver Sponsor
10:30 AM	Coffee Break
Session Topic: Advanced Dermatologic Practice: From Outpatient to Critical Care
10:45 AM	Introduction
10:50 AM	Skin-Targeted Therapy: Optimizing Phototherapy in Cutaneous Lymphoma Speaker: Dr. Maria Rosa Noliza F. Encarnacion
11:05 AM	Critically Ill Dermatologic Patient: Ward to ICU Challenges Speaker: Dr. Jay-V James G. Barit
11:20 AM	Beyond Mimickers: Navigating the Autoimmune Minefield Speaker: Dr. Josef Symon S. Concha
11:35 AM	GLP-1 for Dermatologists Speaker: Dr. Kok Wai Leong
11:50 AM	Q & A
12:00 NN	Lunch Break or 30-min Lecture CME grant
12:30 – 1:30 PM	Booth Visit
MEDICAL SYMPOSIUM – AFTERNOON SESSION
Session Topic: Acne and Rosacea: Uncovered
1:30 PM	Introduction
1:35 PM	Rosacea Uncovered: From New Pathogenic Insights to Emerging Management Approaches Speaker: Dr. Bryan Edgar K. Guevara
1:50 PM	Acne Uncovered: What’s New Beyond Guidelines Speaker: Dr. Rosalina E. Nadela
2:05 PM	Q & A
Session Topic: Navigating Infectious & Environmental Diseases, Diverse and Overlooked Populations
2:15 PM	Introduction
2:20 PM	When Skincare Backfires: Emerging Cosmetic Allergens Speaker: Dr. Noemi Salta-Ramos
2:35 PM	Old Foes, New Challenges of Sexually Transmitted Infections for Dermatologists Speaker: Dr. Mariecon Escuadro-Chin
2:50 PM	Gender-Affirming Dermatologist: Navigating the Dermatological Needs of the LGBTQ+ Patient Speaker: Dr. Bernard Ho
3:05 PM	Lower Limb Swelling: Lipoedema vs. Lymphedema Speaker: Dr. Bernard Ho
3:20 PM	Q & A
3:30 PM	15-min Lecture or Break CME grant from a Silver Sponsor
Session Topic: Microscopic to Macroscopic: Hair & Nail Disorders, Non-Invasive Diagnostics and Vasculitis
3:45 PM	Introduction
3:50 PM	Navigating the Nail Unit: From Inflammatory to Malignant Nail Diseases Speaker: Dr. Gemmy P. David
4:05 PM	2026 Updates on Systemic Therapies for Hair Loss: Key Insights from the World Congress for Hair Research Speaker: Dr. Franchesca Quinio-Calayag
4:20 PM	The Bridge: Multi-Modal Non-Invasive Diagnostics in Dermatology Speaker: Dr. Val Constantine S. Cua
4:35 PM	Deciphering Cutaneous Vasculitis: From Skin Clues to Systemic Work-up Speaker: Dr. Lee Ann Caro-Chang
4:50 PM	Q & A

Aesthetic & Procedural Symposium (Day 2 – Nov. 5, 2026)

Venue: Manila Marriott Hotel, Grand Ballroom CD

Time	Programme
AESTHETIC & PROCEDURAL SYMPOSIUM – MORNING SESSION
Session Topic: Procedural
9:00 AM	Introduction
9:05 AM	Breakthroughs in Wound Healing Speaker: Dr. Veronica Rubio-Talla
9:20 AM	The Cutting Edge in Skin Cancer Management Speaker: Dr. Cynthia Ciriaco-Tan
9:35 AM	Supercharging Drug Delivery with Penetration Enhancement Modalities Speaker: Dr. Hester Gail Y. Lim-Bueser
9:50 AM	Smart Dermatology: AI for Procedures and Aesthetics Speaker: Dr. Johannes F. Dayrit
10:05 AM	Q & A
10:15 AM	15-min Lecture CME grant from a Silver Sponsor
10:30 AM	Coffee Break
Session Topic: Aesthetic
10:45 AM	Introduction
10:50 AM	Body Shaping of the Future Speaker: TBA
11:05 AM	Advances in Skin Tightening and Collagen Induction Speaker: Dr. Ma. Cristina A. Puyat
11:20 AM	What’s New with Energy-Based Devices Speaker: TBA
11:35 AM	Toxin Titans 2026: Long-Acting Formulations, Microdroplet Techniques & the New Neuromodulator Landscape Speaker: TBA
11:50 AM	Q & A
12:00 NN	Lunch Break or 30-min Lecture CME grant
12:30 – 1:30 PM	Booth Visit
AESTHETIC & PROCEDURAL SYMPOSIUM – AFTERNOON SESSION
IMCAS Session (1:30 – 2:45 PM)
1:30 PM	Introduction
1:35 PM	Perioral and Periocular Rejuvenation Breakthroughs Speaker: Dr. Dorgham
1:55 PM	The Next Chapter in Dermal Fillers Speaker: Dr. Dorgham
2:15 PM	Evolution in Threadlifting Speaker: TBA
2:35 PM	Q & A
2:45 PM	15-min Lecture CME grant from a Silver Sponsor
3:00 PM	Coffee Break
3:15 PM	15-min to 30-min Lecture/s CME grant from Silver Sponsor/s
Session Topic:
3:45 PM	Introduction
3:50 PM	Maximizing Hair Restoration Outcomes Speaker: Dr. Blythe N. Ke
4:05 PM	Fact Checking Trending Procedures: Peptides, Exosomes, NAD, etc. Speaker: Dr. Elaine Melody T. Co
4:20 PM	Fractional Tech: Acne Scar and Photoaging Speaker: TBA
4:35 PM	My Best Approach for Facial Aging Speaker: Dr. Rungsima Wanitphakdeedecha
4:50 PM	Q & A

Time	Ballroom A/B	Ballroom C/D
8:00 – 9:00 AM	Booth Visit	Booth Visit
9:00 – 12:30 PM	Medical Symposium (AM)	Aesthetic & Procedural Symposium (AM)
12:30 – 1:30 PM	Booth Visit	Booth Visit
1:30 – 5:00 PM	Medical Symposium (PM)	Aesthetic & Procedural Symposium (PM)
5:00 – 9:00 PM	Booth Visit	Booth Visit

Medical Symposium (Detailed)

Venue: Manila Marriott Hotel, Grand Ballroom AB

Time	Programme
Session Topic: Igniting Precision: Immune-Mediated Diseases Management
9:00 AM	Introduction
9:05 AM	Breaking the Cycle: What's New in Hidradenitis Suppurativa Diagnosis and Management
9:20 AM	Beyond the Barrier: Long-term Control of Pediatric and Adolescent Atopic Dermatitis
9:35 AM	Unmasking Urticaria: Management Updates
9:50 AM	Measuring the Severity of Vitiligo: Concepts and Considerations
10:05 AM	Q & A
10:15 AM	Industry Lecture (30 mins)
Session Topic: Advanced Dermatologic Practice: From Outpatient to Critical Care
10:45 AM	Introduction
10:50 AM	Skin-Targeted Therapy: Optimizing Phototherapy in Cutaneous Lymphoma
11:05 AM	Critically Ill Dermatologic Patient: Ward to ICU Challenges
11:20 AM	Beyond Mimickers: Navigating the Autoimmune Minefield
11:35 AM	GLP-1 for Dermatologists
11:50 AM	Q & A
12:00 NN	Industry Lecture (15 - 30 mins)
12:30 – 1:30 PM	Booth Visit

Aesthetic & Procedural Symposium (Detailed)

Venue: Manila Marriott Hotel, Grand Ballroom CD

Time	Programme
Session Topic: Procedural
9:00 AM	Introduction
9:05 AM	Breakthroughs in Wound Healing
9:20 AM	The Cutting Edge in Skin Cancer Management
9:35 AM	Supercharging Drug Delivery with Penetration Enhancement Modalities
9:50 AM	Smart Dermatology: AI for Procedures and Aesthetics
10:05 AM	Q & A
10:15 AM	Industry Lecture (30 mins)
Session Topic: Aesthetic
10:45 AM	Introduction
10:50 AM	Body Shaping of the Future
11:05 AM	Advances in Skin Tightening and Collagen Induction
11:20 AM	What’s New with Energy based devices
11:35 AM	Toxin Titans 2026: Long-Acting Formulations, Microdroplet Techniques & the New Neuromodulator Landscape
11:50 AM	Q & A
12:00 NN	Industry Lecture (30 mins)
12:30 – 1:30 PM	Booth Visit
Session Topic:
1:30 PM	Introduction
1:35 PM	Perioral and periocular rejuvenation breakthroughs
1:55 PM	The next chapter in Dermal Fillers
2:15 PM	Evolution in Threadlifting
2:35 PM	Q & A
2:45 PM	Industry Lecture (30 mins)
3:15 PM	Industry Lecture (30 mins)
Session Topic:
3:45 PM	Introduction
3:50 PM	The Hair Restoration Revolution
4:05 PM	Fact checking Trending procedures: (peptides, exosomes, nad, etc)
4:20 PM	Fractional tech: Acne scar and photoaging
4:35 PM	Harmonizing Ebds and injectables for facial rejuvenation
4:50 PM	Q & A

Day 3 — November 6, 2026

Manila Marriott Hotel, Grand Ballroom ABCD

Research presentations and awards, plenary sessions, symposiums, booth visits, and the PDS Business Meeting / Election Results.

8:00 – 9:00 AM

Research

Research Presentations & Awards

9:00 – 9:20 AM

Plenary Lecture

Synergistic Aesthetics for Hyperpigmentation: Designing Multi-Modality Treatment Plans

Speaker: Dr. Dorgham Egypt

9:20 – 9:45 AM

Plenary Lecture

CME grant from a Gold sponsor

9:45 – 10:15 AM

Plenary Lecture

CME grant from a Platinum sponsor

10:15 – 10:30 AM

Plenary Lecture

Skin Health for All: Integrating Dermatology into Universal Health Care (UHC)

Speaker: Dr. Albert Francis E. Domingo

10:30 – 10:45 AM

Plenary Lecture

PhilHealth in Focus: Relevance in Dermatologic Practice

Speaker: Dr. Edwin M. Mercado

10:45 – 11:00 AM

Plenary Lecture

PhilHealth in Dermatologic Practice: What are Covered?

Speaker: Dr. Maria Pilar Aleli Josefina L. Leuenberger

11:00 – 11:30 AM

Plenary Lecture

CME grant from Tritan

11:30 – 12:00 NN

Plenary Lecture

CME grant from Bayer

12:00 – 1:00 PM

Exhibit

Booth Visit

1:00 – 4:00 PM

Meeting

PDS Business Meeting / Election Results

4:00 – 5:00 PM

Exhibit

Booth Visit

Time	Programme
8:00 – 9:00 AM	Research Presentations & Awards
9:00 – 9:20 AM	Synergistic Aesthetics for Hyperpigmentation: Designing Multi-Modality Treatment Plans Speaker: Dr. Dorgham Egypt
9:20 – 9:45 AM	Plenary Lecture CME grant from a Gold sponsor
9:45 – 10:15 AM	Plenary Lecture CME grant from a Platinum sponsor
10:15 – 10:30 AM	Skin Health for All: Integrating Dermatology into Universal Health Care (UHC) Speaker: Dr. Albert Francis E. Domingo
10:30 – 10:45 AM	PhilHealth in Focus: Relevance in Dermatologic Practice Speaker: Dr. Edwin M. Mercado
10:45 – 11:00 AM	PhilHealth in Dermatologic Practice: What are Covered? Speaker: Dr. Maria Pilar Aleli Josefina L. Leuenberger
11:00 – 11:30 AM	Plenary Lecture CME grant from Tritan
11:30 – 12:00 NN	Plenary Lecture CME grant from Bayer
12:00 – 1:00 PM	Booth Visit
1:00 – 4:00 PM	PDS Business Meeting / Election Results
4:00 – 5:00 PM	Booth Visit