
Explore how dermatology-focused global medical missions can move beyond short-term “voluntourism” by fostering sustainable, collaborative partnerships that prioritize education, capacity building, and alignment with host country needs.
Arash Izadpanah, MD, is a board-certified dermatologist and Division Head of Dermatology and Professor of Medicine at Scripps Clinic Medical Group based in San Diego, CA. He serves as the current President of Peer2Partner.org, an entirely volunteer-run nonprofit 501(c)(3) dedicated to medical education and community outreach in San Diego and beyond.

Explore how dermatology-focused global medical missions can move beyond short-term “voluntourism” by fostering sustainable, collaborative partnerships that prioritize education, capacity building, and alignment with host country needs.