2026 Annual Meeting
This meeting will be held in-person, but presentations will be recorded and made available for purchase in late August. CME credit will be offered for those who attend live as well as those who purchase the recordings.
COURSE DIRECTORS
Christina Boull, MD, University of Minnesota
Stephen Humphrey, MD, Medical College of Wisconsin
Cynthia Nicholson, MD, University of Minnesota
Jennifer Schoch, MD, University of Florida
SCHEDULE
Tentative schedule - subject to change
Wednesday, July 22
8:30 AM - 11:00 AM
Sponsored Advisory Boards - Session 1 (invitation only)
Sanofi Regeneron
Pelthos Therapeutics
11:00 AM - 1:30 PM
Sponsored Advisory Boards - Session 2 (invitation only)
Alphyn Biologics
LEO Pharma
1:00 PM - 4:30 PM
Leadership Forum
1:30 PM - 4:00 PM
Sponsored Advisory Boards - Session 3 (invitation only)
Abeona Therapeutics
Johnson & Johnson
4:00 PM - 6:30 PM
Sponsored Advisory Boards - Session 4 (invitation only)
Procter & Gamble / Pampers
AbbVie
6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Early Career Networking Reception
Sponsored by Chiesi
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Welcome Reception
Sponsored by Arcutis Biotherapeutics
Thursday, July 23
7:00 AM - 7:45 AM
Advanced Practice Provider SIG Breakfast
7:00 AM - 7:45 AM
Underrepresented in Medicine (URiM) Breakfast
8:00 AM - 8:10 AM
Welcome
Christina Boull, MD, University of Minnesota
Stephen Humphrey, MD, Medical College of Wisconsin
Cynthia Nicholson, MD, University of Minnesota
Jennifer Schoch, MD, University of Florida
8:10 AM - 8:25 AM
Pediatric Dermatology Quiz Part I
Jackson Turbeville, MD, University of Wisconsin - Madison
Nessa Aghazadeh, MD, Mayo Clinic
8:25 AM - 8:50 AM
Hair Care for Kinky & Curly Hair
Brandi Kenner-Bell, MD, Ann and Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago
8:50 AM - 9:25 AM
Gender Care
Markus Boos, MD, PhD, Seattle Children's Hospital
9:25 AM - 9:50 AM
Hurwitz Lecture Part I - Histiocytosis
Mark Koh, MD, KK Women's & Children's Hospital
9:50 AM - 10:20 AM
Break / Poster Viewing
10:20 AM - 11:20 AM
Master Class in . . .
Ulcerated Infantile Hemangioma
Sarah Chamlin, MD, Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago
Widespread Vitiligo
Speaker TBD
Café-Au -Lait Macules
Jonathan Dyer, MD, University of Missouri
11:20 AM - 12:20 PM
Sam Weinberg’s Cases of the Year, Part I
12:30 PM - 1:15 PM
Product Theater & Lunch (Non-CME Sessions)
Abeona Therapeutics
Sanofi Regeneron
Afternoon (various departure times)
Offsite Afternoon Activities
Friday, July 24
7:00 AM - 7:45 AM
Product Theater & Breakfast (Non-CME Session)
Lilly
8:00 AM - 8:10 AM
AAP Section on Dermatology Alvin Jacobs Award Presentation
8:10 AM - 8:15 AM
Announcements
8:15 AM - 8:50 AM
Hurwitz Lecture, Part II - Dermatopathology
Mark Koh, MD, KK Women's & Children's Hospital
8:50 AM - 9:20 AM
Monitoring and Prophylaxis for Patients on Dermatologic Immunosuppressive Medications
Beth Thielen, MD, PhD, University of Minnesota
9:20 AM - 10:20 AM
Cases in Search of a Diagnosis
Dawn Davis, MD, Mayo Clinic Rochester
Lisa Arkin, MD, University of Wisconsin School of Medicine / American Family Children's Hospital
10:20 AM - 10:30 AM
Hall of Fame Award Presentation
Lawrence Eichenfeld, MD, UC San Diego / Rady Children's - 2026 Recipient
10:30 AM - 11:00 AM
Break / Poster Viewing
11:00 AM - 11:05 AM
Patient Advocacy Spotlight
11:05 AM - 11:30 AM
Social Media and Body Dysmorphic Disorder
Monique Jericho, MD, Calgary Eating Disorder Program
11:30 AM - 12:15 PM
Compensation & Financial Updates for the Pediatric Dermatologist
Sheilagh Maguiness, MD, University of Minnesota
Yvonne Chiu, MD, Medical College of Wisconsin
Fred Ghali, MD, Pediatric Dermatology of North Texas
12:30 PM - 1:15 PM
Product Theater & Lunch (Non-CME Sessions)
Arcutis Biotherapeutics
Kenvue
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
Breakout Sessions
Advanced Practice Providers
Resident Board Review
Jennifer Ruth, MD, University of Texas at Austin Dell Medical School
Carla Torres-Zegarra, MD, Children's Hospital Colorado - UC Denver
Section Chiefs
Clinical Efficiency
Brittney Schultz, MD, University of Minnesota
6:30 PM - 9:30 PM
Offsite Dinner & Dancing at The Depot (ticket required)
Join us for cocktail hour, sit-down dinner, and dancing at The Depot, 225 3rd Ave S. Bus transportation will be provided.
Saturday, July 25
8:00 AM - 8:05 AM
Announcements
8:05 AM - 8:15 AM
Introduction of New SPD President & State of the Society
8:15 AM - 8:30 AM
Pediatric Dermatology Quiz Part II
Jackson Turbeville, MD, University of Wisconsin - Madison
Nessa Aghazadeh, MD, Mayo Clinic
8:30 AM - 8:40 AM
Award Presentations
8:40 AM - 9:15 AM
Founders Lecture
Anthony Mancini, MD, Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago / Northwestern University
9:15 AM - 9:35 AM
New Topical Therapies and Biologics
Amy Paller, MS, MD, Northwestern University, Feinberg School of Medicine
9:35 AM - 10:05 AM
Generational Differences
Erik Stratman, MD, Marshfield Clinic
10:05 AM - 10:35 AM
Break / Poster Viewing
10:35 AM - 10:50 AM
PeDRA Year in Review
Marcia Hogeling, MD, UCLA
10:50 AM - 11:10 AM
Pediatric Dermatology Year in Review
Leah Lalor, MD, Medical College of Wisconsin
Valerie Carlberg, MD, Children's Wisconsin / Medical College of Wisconsin
11:10 AM - 12:10 PM
Sam Weinberg’s Cases of the Year, Part II
12:10 PM
Adjourn
CONTINUING MEDICAL EDUCATION (CME) CREDIT INFORMATION
Accreditation Statement
This activity has been planned and implemented in accordance with the accreditation requirements and policies of the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) through the joint providership of the National Association for Continuing Education and the Society for Pediatric Dermatology. The National Association for Continuing Education is accredited by the ACCME to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
Designation Statement (Live In-Person Activity)
*The National Association for Continuing Education designates this live activity for a maximum of 11.5 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
Designation Statement (Enduring Activity)
*The National Association for Continuing Education designates this enduring material for a maximum of 11.5 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
*Final designation will be determined upon review of final agenda.
CASES OF THE YEAR & POSTER SUBMISSION
Click here to learn more about case and poster submission. The deadline is April 15, 2026.
HOTEL & TRAVEL
Meeting Location
Hyatt Regency Minneapolis
1300 Nicollet Mall
Minneapolis, MN 55403
The room rate is $219 plus taxes and fees. Rooms are available on a first-come, first-served basis until June 29, 2026 or until the block sells out - whichever comes first.
THURSDAY AFTERNOON ACTIVITIES
Please sign up for activities when you register for the meeting. Cost includes transportation, and space is limited.
Visual Thinking Strategies Workshop at Weisman Art Museum
Depart 2:00 pm; Return 5:00 pm
Cost: $30
Art museum staff will lead this two-hour workshop focusing on developing observation, visual inspection, with interpretation and verbal communication skills through looking at works of art. Participants will learn that at any given moment, there are multiple ways of looking at and seeing objects, issues, or problems and learn to reach beyond one’s supposed limitations, to explore playfully without a preconceived plan and to embrace the opportunity to learn from mistakes and accidents.
Mall of America
Depart 2:00 pm; Return 5:30 pm
Cost: $30
Transportation to the Mall of America, where you will have time to shop and explore the largest mall in the United States. The mall boasts more than 500 stores, as well as 50+ restaurants, and Nickelodeon Universe, the nation’s largest indoor theme park.
Paisley Park
Depart 1:30 pm; Return 6:00 pm
Cost: $90
Experience the place where iconic Minnesota artist Prince lived and worked. Whether you're a devoted fan, a music lover, or simply curious, this is your chance to experience firsthand the creative magic behind Prince’s iconic music and performances. On this two-hour tour, walk through the spaces where he recorded, produced, and performed, and explore exclusive artifacts from his personal archives—concert wardrobes, awards, instruments, artwork, motorcycles, rare music, and video recordings. Please note, Paisley Park does not allow children under 10.
Magnolia River Cruise
Depart 2:00 pm; Return 5:30 pm
Cost: $55
Cruise down the Mississippi on the Magnolia Blossom. Experience Minnesota's capital, St. Paul, and take in a variety of sights, from sandstone bluffs and nature preserves to historic downtown. Light appetizers and a cash bar are available on board.
Guided Mississippi River Kayak Tour
Depart 2:00 pm; Return 5:00 pm
Cost: $70
See Minneapolis from the Mississippi! Take a 5-mile, 2-hour guided kayak tour down the Mississippi towards downtown Minneapolis. Traveling from Riverfront Regional Park to Boom Island Park, you'll be rewarded with spectacular city skyline views. Suitable for all skill levels.
REGISTRATION INFORMATION
Registration includes access to all educational sessions; Wednesday receptions; breakfast on Thursday, Friday, and Saturday; and box lunch Thursday. Lunch on Friday will be available only to Product Theater Attendees.
| Through June 12 | June 13-July 15 | After July 15 & Onsite | |
| SPD Member | $695 | $795 | $895 |
| Non Member | $795 | $895 | $995 |
| Advanced Practice Provider | $595 | $645 | $695 |
| Fellow | $345 | $395 | $425 |
| Resident (complimentary, including those finishing residency in June 2026) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Medical Student (complimentary; includes spring 2026 graduates) |
0 | 0 | 0 |
Dinner Tickets
Friday, July 24
| Through June 12 | June 13-July 15 | After July 15 & Onsite | |
| Adult (12 and over) | $75 | $80 | $85 |
| Child (under 12) | $50 | $55 | $60 |
| Resident/Fellow/Medical Student | $35 | $40 | $45 |
Guest Registration
Guest registration includes access to the welcome reception, three breakfasts, and one box lunch. Tickets for the Friday offsite reception must be purchased separately.
| Adult (12 and over) | $150 |
| Child (under 12) | $50 |
Cancellation Policy
All cancellations must be received in writing.
Conference Registration
Through June 12: Registration fee, less a $100 administrative fee, will be refunded following the meeting.
June 13 - July 15: Registration fee, less a $200 administrative fee, will be applied toward next year’s meeting for SPD members. No refund provided for non-members.
After July 15: No refund will be provided.
Guest Registration, Tour Registration, and Dinner Tickets No refunds provided after July 15.
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