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XLV Symposium of the International Society of Dermatopathology

Organised by the International Society of Dermatopathology and British Society for Dermatopathology
Dates24–26 Sept 2026
VenueRoyal College of Physicians
CityLondon, United Kingdom
FormatIn-person + Hybrid
CPD Points21 CPD
Three-day international dermatopathology symposium in London with lectures, oral abstracts, poster sessions, slide seminars, social events and 21 RCPath CPD credits.
Reviewed byDr Robert BaxterDr Robert Baxter· Junior Clinical Fellow, Acute Medical Unit· Updated 8 Jun 2026
MedicMess Conference Intelligence
Audience
Dermatopathologists, dermatologists, trainees and related specialists from the UK and internationally.
Networking
Strong international symposium with welcome reception, symposium dinner, exhibition, poster viewing and general assembly.
Research Value
High: abstracts on all aspects of dermatopathology are accepted for oral or poster presentation, with a dedicated oral abstract session and poster viewing.
Trainee Relevance
Resident and trainee non-member registration is available and successful abstract submissions are reserved for in-person places.
Why This Conference Matters
Audience
Dermatopathologists, dermatologists, trainees and related specialists from the UK and internationally.
Networking
Strong international symposium with welcome reception, symposium dinner, exhibition, poster viewing and general assembly.
Research Value
High: abstracts on all aspects of dermatopathology are accepted for oral or poster presentation, with a dedicated oral abstract session and poster viewing.
Trainee Relevance
Resident and trainee non-member registration is available and successful abstract submissions are reserved for in-person places.
Programme Highlights
09:00
Session
Updates on Soft Tissue tumours
11:00
Session
Lymphoid Dermatopathology
14:15
Session
Update in Inflammatory Dermatopathology
18:00
Reception
Welcome Reception
Keynote Speakers
Keynote
PD
Prof Dieter Metze
Founders Medal Award
Keynote
AA
AB Ackerman Lecture speaker
The Gordon Museum: from Hodgkin’s to Holograms
Abstract Submission Guide
Abstract submissions are closed
Deadline: 19 June 2026
All aspects of dermatopathology

MedicMess Tips

  • Abstracts are due by Friday 19 June 2026.
  • In-person capacity is limited to 300 and was full except places reserved for invited faculty and successful abstract submissions when inspected.
  • Virtual registration gives access to educational content for 3 months after the event, not a live stream.
Cost & Registration
CategoryPrice
Early bird registration£650
Standard registration£750
Trainee / IMT£495
Key Deadlines
19 Jun 2026
Abstract submission deadline
31 Aug 2026 · 55 days
Registration deadline
24 Sept 2026 · 79 days
Conference begins
Practical Information
SocialWelcome reception and symposium dinner are included in the programme.
Venue DetailsRoyal College of Physicians, London; programme references Osler Long Room and Gordon Museum activities.
Organiser ContactBAD Conference & Event Services, Willan House, 4 Fitzroy Square, London W1T 5HQ.
Conference Snapshot
SpecialtyDermatopathology
Organising societyInternational Society of Dermatopathology and British Society for Dermatopathology
CPD accreditation21 CPD points
Conference formatIn-person + Hybrid
LocationRoyal College of Physicians, London
The Complete Guide to the XLV Symposium of the International Society of Dermatopathology

The XLV Symposium of the International Society of Dermatopathology takes place in London from 24 to 26 September 2026. It is organised by the International Society of Dermatopathology with the British Society for Dermatopathology and is an in-person professional meeting for dermatopathologists, dermatologists and related specialists, with virtual post-event access also available.

The programme spans three days, including updates on soft tissue tumours, lymphoid dermatopathology, adnexal tumour pathology, inflammatory and paediatric dermatopathology, oral abstracts, melanocytic lesions and molecular pathology, digital pathology and AI, genital dermatopathology, named lectures, slide seminars, non-melanoma skin cancer, pitfalls and infections in dermatopathology, exhibitions, poster viewing, a welcome reception and symposium dinner. Abstracts on all aspects of dermatopathology are invited for oral or poster presentation, must be original and unpublished, and are due by Friday 19 June 2026. RCPath has approved the symposium for 21 CPD credits. Registration pricing lists non-member standard registration at £750, resident/trainee standard registration at £495, early non-member registration at £650 and virtual registration at £650 for non-members or £395 for residents/trainees. Standard registration runs from 1 May to 31 August 2026.