Friday, April 26, 2024 IPC GENERAL IPC Fellows Rebecca Nguyen, MB BS (Hons), FACD Skin Health Institute, Monash Health and Eastern Health Kew East, Australia Bio The IPC Fellowship Experience I had the privilege of working alongside IPC Councilor Professor Carle Paul at the Centre Hospitalier Universitaire in Toulouse, France, where we focused on treating and managing complex psoriasis patients in the inflammatory/medical dermatology clinics. Under Professor Paul’s mentorship, I gained a deep understanding of this niche field. I had the opportunity to attend clinical meetings, meet ..read more

Thursday, April 25, 2024 IPC GENERAL IPC News Catherine Smith, MD St John’s Institute of Dermatology, Guys and St Thomas’ Hospitals London, United Kingdom IPC Board Member Bio AT A GLANCE Dr. Catherine Smith is Professor of Dermatology and Therapeutics and Consultant Dermatologist at St. Johns Institute of Dermatology, Kings College London, and Guys and St. Thomas’ Hospital. She directs the Skin Therapy Research Unit at St John’s, leading large programme grants to better understand when and how to intervene to improve outcomes for people with psoriasis. She always aims to bring re ..read more

Friday, April 19, 2024 IPC General IPC News, IPC Partners, Other Orgs, Psoriasis Around the World The International Psoriasis Council (IPC) is joining forces with the International Federation of Psoriasis Associations (IFPA) to commemorate the tenth anniversary of the World Health Assembly Resolution on Psoriasis. This joint effort aims to unite stakeholders from various sectors to evaluate progress in psoriasis care and tackle ongoing challenges. Highlighting the importance of continuous research, the development of new treatments, and the creation of inclusive policies, this partnersh ..read more

Friday, April 12, 2024 Lucas Galimany, MSc, MD, 2022 IPC Fellow Congress Reports, Comorbidities, Diagnosis, Research, Treatment The 2024 American Academy of Dermatology (AAD) Annual Meeting was held March 8 – March 12, 2024, in San Diego, California. It’s the largest dermatology meeting in the world, showcasing over 1,000 expert speakers and over 300 sessions. The sessions covered various topics, from medical to cosmetic dermatology, topline data, and clinical pearls. The following report includes summaries of different talks on psoriasis, including the IPC’s Symposium: The Co ..read more

Wednesday, March 27, 2024 Allison Truong, MD, FAAD Comorbidities, Expert Insights, Genetics, Pathophysiology, & Epidemiology, Treatment, Quality of Life AT A GLANCE Psoriasis affects individuals of all ages, including children, adults, and older adults, with an onset typically occurring at two peaks: 15-25 years old and 50-60 years old. Psoriasis patients aged 65 and older are often excluded or underrepresented in clinical trials, posing challenges for treatment optimization. Treatment options for older patients often start with topical agents and phototherapy due to concerns abo ..read more

Monday, March 25, 2024 IPC GENERAL Drug Approvals, Industry Boehringer Ingelheim announced earlier this month that the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved SPEVIGO® (spesolimab-sbzo) for the treatment of generalized pustular psoriasis (GPP) in adults and pediatric patients aged 12 and above. SPEVIGO® has also expanded approval for use in China, marking approval in 48 countries.  Read Full Press Release Learn more about SPEVIGO® – Highlights of Prescribing Information The post SPEVIGO® Receives Approval for Expanded Indications in China and the United States appe ..read more

Wednesday, February 28, 2024 IPC GENERAL Patient Care Resources, Treatment Our latest resources include concise instructional videos tailored to aid health care professionals in preparing psoriasis patients for telemedicine dermatology appointments. Available in English and Spanish, these video guides cover optimal photo-taking techniques and essential preparation tips, facilitating streamlined virtual consultations. Utilize these videos to effectively guide psoriasis patients through telemedicine appointments. Nuestros últimos recursos incluyen videos instructivos concisos diseñados ..read more

Tuesday, February 27, 2024 IPC GENERAL IPC Fellows Álvaro González-Cantero, MD, PhD Hospital Ramón y Cajal University Hospital Madrid, Spain Bio The IPC Fellowship Experience Participating in the IPC International Fellowship Program has profoundly influenced my career trajectory. Under the mentorship of IPC Board Member Dr. Joel Gelfand, an esteemed figure in dermatology, I examined the intricacies of psoriasis research. Despite the challenges posed by COVID-19, my on-site visit with Dr. Gelfand’s team in 2022 proved invaluable. Beyond academic pursuits, Dr. Gelfand exemplified the i ..read more

Thursday, February 22, 2024 IPC GENERAL IPC News Join us in welcoming Azura Mohd Affandi, Olusola Ayanlowo, Saakshi Khattri, Vimal Prajapati, and Jo Seong Jin, recently appointed IPC’s newest Councilors for 2024. Their selection by the IPC Board of Directors in January reflects their unwavering commitment to advancing global psoriasis research and improving patient care. As IPC Councilors, they will bring their valuable expertise to enhance the effectiveness of IPC programs and initiatives, driving significant progress in psoriasis research, treatment, and education. We encourage you to ..read more

Monday, February 12, 2024 IPC GENERAL Congress Reports, Comorbidities, Disease Severity, Genetics, Pathophysiology, & Epidemiology, Publications, Research, Treatment, Quality of Life Key highlights from the 2023 International Psoriasis Council (IPC) Think Tank Meeting have been published in JID Innovations, summarizing presentations from the Gunnar Lomholt Symposium in the Faroe Islands. Covering a diverse range of topics related to psoriasis research and treatment strategies, the report underscores the evolving understanding of the genetic basis, comorbidities, pathogenesis, and tre ..read more