Dermatology Times Conferences & Meetings Calendar: October 2026

October offers opportunities for dermatology clinicians and researchers to connect, exchange findings, and explore advances in patient care. This month’s calendar includes education for nurse practitioners and physician associates, updates in medical and aesthetic dermatology, and collaborative pediatric research.

Which meetings are you attending this year? Share your plans or suggest an event for a future calendar by contacting Dermatology Times on social media or emailing DTEditor@mmhgroup.com.

October

October 8–10, 2026: Pennsylvania Dermatology Physician Assistants (PDPA) Keystone Dermatology Conference (Philadelphia, Pennsylvania) — Held at The Westin Philadelphia, Keystone Dermatology offers education designed for dermatology PAs and NPs, alongside opportunities to connect with colleagues, faculty, and industry partners. The meeting emphasizes clinical learning and professional development relevant to dermatology practice.

October 8–11, 2026: Fall Clinical Dermatology Conference (Las Vegas, Nevada) — The 26th annual Fall Clinical Dermatology Conference at Wynn Las Vegas provides a comprehensive update on medical, surgical, and cosmetic dermatology. Programming features emerging therapies, diagnostic and treatment approaches, workshops, and faculty discussions focused on everyday clinical decisions.

October 9–11, 2026: Skin of Color Update (New York, New York) — Taking place at the New York Hilton Midtown, Skin of Color Update addresses diagnostic, therapeutic, and aesthetic considerations for patients with skin of color. Sessions explore treatment advances, differences in disease presentation, and practical strategies for delivering culturally competent dermatologic care.

October 9–11, 2026: Ohio Dermatological Association Annual Meeting (Columbus, Ohio) — The association’s 43rd annual meeting takes place at the Hilton Columbus at Easton. The meeting offers continuing medical education and brings together dermatologists, residents, and medical students interested in the specialty.

October 15–17, 2026: Pediatric Dermatology Research Alliance (PeDRA) Annual Conference (Alexandria, Virginia) — The 14th PeDRA Annual Conference at the Hilton Alexandria Mark Center centers on the theme “From Intention to Impact: Making Space for Research.” Scientists, trainees, patients, advocates, and industry partners will collaborate through research presentations, focused study group discussions, and sessions on building sustainable research programs to improve outcomes for children with skin diseases.

October 17–18, 2026: Masterclasses in Dermatology NP/PA Institute (Dallas, Texas) — This meeting provides dermatology education for nurse practitioners and physician associates, offering an opportunity to strengthen clinical knowledge and connect with colleagues and expert faculty.

October 21–25, 2026: American Dermatological Association Annual Meeting (Philadelphia, Pennsylvania) — Held at The Ritz-Carlton Philadelphia, the association’s sesquicentennial meeting celebrates 150 years of dermatology leadership. The scientific program examines advances in medical dermatology, skin cancer, pediatric and hospital dermatology, artificial intelligence, and next-generation therapies, alongside discussions of education, leadership, and the specialty’s future.

Explore more reporting from meetings throughout the year through the Dermatology Times conference coverage page.