Belgian Dermatology Days 2026

Opening Speech

• Prof. Jan Gutermuth (VUB)

AI in All Aspects of Our Profession: From Medical Reporting and Information Retrieval to Diagnostic Apps

• Dr. Annemiek Leeman (KU Leuven)

"Always-on Dermatology", How Wearable Technology and A.I. Can Help Us in the Follow-up of Our Patients.

• Prof. Dr. Med. Alexander Zink, MPH, MBA - Klinik und Poliklinik für Dermatologie und Allergologie am Biederstein TUM Universitätsklinikum

Q&A

Débat: Accord médico-mutualiste 2026-2027, (dé)conventionnement, réforme soins de santé, Loi cadre, interdiction des suppléments, etc... / Debat: Nationaal Akkoord Artsen-Ziekenfondsen 2026-2027, (de)conventionnering, hervorming gezondheidszorg, Hervormingswet, verbod op supplementen, enz...

• Dr. Gilbert Bejjani - Président /Voorzitter ABSYM Bruxelles , Union des médecins
• Dr. Koen Roegies - Président de l'Union Professionnelle / Voorzitter van de Beroepsvereniging

Real World Evidence Regarding Advanced Systemic Treatments in Atopic Dermatitis Including First Experience with Lebrikizumab

• Prof. Dr. Marjolein de Bruin-Weller (University Medical Center of Utrecht, The Netherlands)

New Published CSU Guidelines + Importance of Using Biosimilars Today for the Affordability of Tomorrow's Innovation

• Prof. Dr. Torsten Zuberbier (Institute for Allergy Research IFA, Charité Universitätsmedizin Berlin - Germany)
• Mr. Wim Vervaet (Director Policy & Strategy at Medaxes (FeBelGen) - Managing Director EFFERVESCENT)

Managing Today, Anticipating Tomorrow: Updates in Immune-Mediated Diseases and Cancer Treatments

• Prof. Jo Lambert (UZ Gent)
• Prof. Tom Hillary (KU Leuven)

More Than Meets the Eye: From Unmet Need to Real-World Impact with Nemolizumab in AD & PN

• Prof. Bernhard Homey (Uniklinik Düsseldorf)
• Prof. Bita Dezfoulian (CHU Liège)
• Prof. Farida Benhadou (ULB)

Pediatric Dermatology

• Dr. Caroline Colmant (UZ Leuven)

Hair and Nail Diseases

• Dr. Marisa Mathieu (ULB)

Psoriasis

• Prof. Tom Hillary (KU Leuven)

Atopic Dermatitis

• Dr. Axel De Greef (UC Louvain)

Aesthetic Dermatology

• Dr. Hughes Fierens (Clinique St. Jean)

Recent Advances in Modern Imaging and Dermoscopy

• Prof. Mariano Suppa (ULB)

Skin Toxicities in Anti-Tumoral Treatments

• Dr. Evelyne Harkemanne (UC Louvain)

Managing Actinic Keratosis: Innovations in Treatment and Patient Care

• Dr. Samira Baharlou (VUB)

Euromelanoma Campaign 2026

• Dr. Thomas Maselis (Euromelanoma Belgium President)

A Curated Booklet Outlining Project Achievements and Access to Current Dermatology Guidelines Will Be Distributed.

• Prof. Jo Lambert (UZ Gent)

A Stomach Tied Up in Knots: A Deep D(h)ive...

• Dr. Nicolas Deweer (ULB)

From Skin Lesions to Metabolic Problems

• Dr. Thibaut Delahaye (CHU Liege)

A Rash Under Suspicion : More Than One Suspect

• Dr. Manon Lhermitte (UC Louvain)

When Skin Turns to Stone

• Dr. Cille Van Echelpoel (UZA)

A Pustular Puzzle: Not Child’s Play

• Dr. Leonie Tyvaert (UZ Gent)

A Different Path(way) to Healing

• Dr. Lotte Diricks (KU Leuven)

Urticaria: Just the Tip of the Iceberg?

• Dr. Laure Vandermeersch (VUB)

The Best Clinical Picture (SKIN)

Updates and Clinics : Black Skin and Hair Loss

• Prof. Ncoza Dlova - School of Clinical Medicine (SCM), UKZN, Durban, South Africa

Trivial DermaPursuit – A Quest for Clinical Insight

• Get ready for an exciting and interactive symposium! Join Prof. Hillary and Prof. van de Kerkhof for a dynamic quiz on disease modification and comorbidities, fully inspired by the iconic Trivial Pursuit game. Step in and colour in a few wedges with us!
• Prof. Tom Hillary (KU Leuven)
• Prof. Peter C.M. van de Kerkhof (Radboudumc, Netherlands)

C’est à PSO & AA – Aan Tafel met PSO & AA

• Our unique symposium returns: After last year's success, we're back with the 2nd edition of our informative show. The conversation goes further this time: alongside psoriasis specialists, we’ll also welcome leading experts on alopecia areata to the table. Expect engaging discussions, fresh insights, and practical tips.
• Dr. Sven Lanssens (Dermatologie Maldegem)
• Prof. Bianca Maria Piraccini (University of Bologna, Bologna - UNIBO)
• Prof. Farida Benhadou (ULB)
• Dr. Annelies Stockman (AZ Delta Roeselare-Menen-Torhout)
• Prof. Reinhart Speeckaert (UZ Gent)
• Prof. Julien Lambert (UZA)
• Dr. Marisa Mathieu (ULB)

Catch it Early: Altering the Trajectory of Skin Diseases

• Early, targeted treatment can fundamentally change the course of psoriasis (PsO), chronic spontaneous urticaria (CSU) and hidradenitis suppurativa (HS). Join our international panel consisting of Prof. Jo Lambert (Ghent), Prof. Ana Giménez (Barcelona) and Dr. Kelsey Van Straalen (Rotterdam) as they translate the latest data on early intervention into your daily practice. The session will highlight earlier recognition of severity, timely treatment decisions and more proactive management. Join us to sharpen your clinical perspective and elevate outcomes for patients with PsO, CSU and HS.
• Prof. Jo Lambert (UZ Gent)
• Prof. Ana Giménez Arnau (Autonomous University and Pompeu Fabra University - Barcelona)
• Dr. Kelsey Van Straalen (Erasmus MC - Rotterdam)

Real Patients, Real Decisions: Practical AD Management Strategies

• Prof. Marie Baeck (UC Louvain)
• Dr. Jonathan Krygier (ULB)

Alopecia Areata : Practical Tips (Calculating a SALT Score, Choosing a Treatment, Initiating a JAK Inhibitor)

• Prof. Reinhart Speeckaert (UZ Gent)

Vitiligo Today: New Insights and Clinical Implications

• Prof. Nanja Van Geel (UZ Gent)

Bullous Pemphigoid : Treatment Update and Management

• Prof. Petra De Haes (KU Leuven)

Scratching the Surface: Emerging Novelties in Chronic Urticaria

• Dr. Yora Mostmans (ULB)

Dermato-Oncology

• Prof. Arjen Nikkels (CHU Liège)

Practical Management in Pruritus

• Dr. Florence Bourlond (Centre Hospitalier de Luxembourg)

General Dermatology - Quiz

• Prof. Marie Baeck (UC Louvain)

Dermoscopy - Quiz

• Dr. Katrien Vossaert (Dermatologie Maldegem)
• Dr. Evelyne Harkemanne (UC Louvain)

Quiz: Dermatological Conditions

• Mrs. Corine Chapelier (CHU Liège)
• Dr. Thomas Damsin (CHU Liège)
• Dr. Gil Absil (CHU Liège)
• Prof. Arjen Nikkels (CHU Liège)

Update on Acne

• Dr. Gil Absil (CHU Liège)
• Dr. Thomas Damsin (CHU Liège)

The Red Face: How to Diagnose, How to Treat

• Prof. Bita Dezfoulian (CHU Liège)

Promotion of Dermato-Oncology Nursing

• Mrs. Corinne Chapelier (CHU Liège)

Introduction

• Dr. Jonathan Krygier (ULB)

Syphilis: Diagnosis, Clinical Pitfalls and Management

• Dr. Agnès Libois (ULB)

Mpox, Herpes and Emerging Dermatological STIs (Tinea, Klebsiella Folliculitis)

• Dr. Jonathan Krygier (ULB)

Urethritis: Gonorrhoea, Chlamydia, Mycoplasma Genitalium and Antimicrobial Resistance

• Prof. Henry De Vries (Amsterdam UMC - NL)

HPV: Condyloma, Cancers and Vaccination

• Dr. Sébastien Fouéré - Hôpital Saint-Louis (Paris - FR)

STIs in a Global Context: Diversity of Patients and Clinical Challenges

• Dr. Valeska Padovese (St. James Hospital - Malta)

General Discussion - Q&A with the Audience

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