Medical Dermatology Society Annual Meeting
March 18, 2027
The Medical Dermatology Society (MDS) Annual Meeting is the go to gathering for clinicians who care for patients with complex and serious skin disease. Held each year the day before the AAD Annual Meeting, it’s an easy and valuable addition to your AAD trip, with no extra travel and minimal time away from clinic.
The meeting draws more than 350 attendees from academic centers, hospital systems and specialty practices, creating a focused, collaborative room of people who are passionate about medical dermatology.
What’s on the Program
The day features keynote lectures, expert panels and research presentations centered on the most challenging areas of medical dermatology, including:
- Complex clinical cases and diagnostic challenges
- Advances in research and systemic therapy
- Autoimmune skin disease
- Inpatient dermatology and hospital consults
- Careers in medical dermatology
Sponsored sessions and networking breaks round out the day and give attendees time to connect with colleagues and industry partners.
A Welcoming Meeting for Trainees
MDS is known for its supportive environment for residents, fellows, medical students and early career clinicians. The society’s Mentorship Program pairs promising trainees and junior faculty with established leaders, and awardees are recognized at the annual meeting. Abstract submissions are open, giving trainees a great opportunity to present their research to a national audience.
Who Should Attend
The MDS Annual Meeting is ideal for:
- General and subspecialty dermatologists
- Internal medicine physicians and hospitalists
- Dermatopathologists
- Residents, fellows and medical students
- Researchers, educators and physician scientists