- ABOUT ISDS
About ISDS
The International Society for Dermatologic and Aesthetic Surgery (ISDS) is the world’s oldest and only global medical society dedicated exclusively to the advancement of dermatologic surgery.
Founded in 1978 in New York, ISDS brings together leading experts in oncologic, reconstructive, and aesthetic dermatologic surgery, fostering a worldwide community committed to excellence, innovation, and education.
- WHO WE ARE?
International Society for Dermatologic and Aesthetic Surgery (ISDS)
The International Society for Dermatologic and Aesthetic Surgery (ISDS) is the world’s oldest and only global medical society dedicated exclusively to the advancement of dermatologic surgery.
Founded in 1978 in New York, ISDS brings together leading experts in oncologic, reconstructive, and aesthetic dermatologic surgery, fostering a worldwide community committed to excellence, innovation, and education.
Global professional Forum
Connecting dermatologic surgeons from around the world.
Scientific Exchange
Sharing knowledge, innovative techniques and clinical experience.
Educational & Training
Supporting continuing education and the advancement of training in dermatologic surgery.
Annual Scientific Congress
Bringing the international community together for education, research and professional exchange.
- OUR MISSION
Advancing dermatologic surgery worldwide
Our mission is to advance education, scientific exchange, research and professional development in dermatologic, oncologic and aesthetic surgery.
By connecting physicians across countries and disciplines, ISDS promotes the sharing of knowledge, the development of professional skills and the continuous improvement of standards in dermatologic surgery.
Our ultimate goal is to support better patient care through education, collaboration and scientific progress.
Different places.
A shared purpose.
Better patient care.
- OUR HISTORY
A long-standing international community
Founded in 1978, ISDS was created as an international forum dedicated to dermatologic surgery and the exchange of knowledge among physicians from around the world.
Over the years, the Society has grown into a global professional community, bringing together dermatologic surgeons to share experience, advance education and strengthen scientific collaboration.
Today, ISDS continues to support professional development, international exchange and the evolution of dermatologic, oncologic and aesthetic surgery.
1978
FOUNDED IN
FOUNDER
Perry Robins, M.D., USA
- OUR LEADERSHIP
Meet the Board guiding ISDS and its global mission
President Elect
Atchima Suwanchinda, M.D.
Thailand
Vice President
Nathalie Zeitouni, M.D
USA
Secretary
Peter Peng, M.D
Taiwan
Treasurer
Marco Dal Canton
Italy
Executive Director
Jürg Hafner, M.D.
Switzerland
Board Members
The ISDS Board brings together international experts in dermatologic and aesthetic surgery.
Together, they guide the Society’s scientific, educational and strategic activities.
- OUR PARTNERS
In collaboration with leading organizations
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