Scientific program features a comprehensive lineup of presentations, roundtables, and panel discussions led by world-renowned dermatologists, innovators, and patient advocates. Topics span the full spectrum of modern care, including genetics, AI-driven diagnostics, mental health, and the latest in cosmetic solutions.

clinical demos

Attendees will have an opportunity to observe expert faculty perform real-time microsurgical procedures, offering a front-row view of sophisticated repigmentation techniques. These sessions provide a deep dive into surgical nuances, patient selection, and intraoperative troubleshooting for complex vitiligo cases.

WORKSHOP

Take part in CME-accredited Vitiligo Surgery Master-Class.
Participants will practice advanced techniques – from classical techniques to regenerative cell therapy – throughout 7 dedicated sessions over two days. This practical component ensures a "learn-by-doing" experience, allowing for personalized feedback and skill refinement in a supervised environment.

product demos

Experts will showcase the art of immediate aesthetic restoration using high-pigment, waterproof camouflage formulations. Experts will demonstrate precision color-matching and application techniques across various skin tones to provide patients with seamless, durable coverage for instant confidence.

networking

Lunch breaks and dedicated intervals facilitate peer-to-peer connection and professional networking, allowing participants to chat in a relaxed setting. These sessions offer a prime opportunity to build collaborative partnerships and engage directly with faculty mentors beyond the structured curriculum.

PRELIMINARY PROGRAM

We’re putting the final touches on sessions and timings. Some parts of the program are already live below, and we’re polishing the rest—session details, speakers, and final timings—so the full hour-by-hour schedule will appear here shortly.

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June 25, 2026

On June 25, 2026, World Vitiligo Day returns to Chandigarh — the movement’s spiritual birthplace. Patients and families, clinicians and researchers, builders and artists come together to write the next chapter in real time.

08:00 – 08:30

Doors Open, Breakfast, Registration

Guests arrive, check in, enjoy a light breakfast, and browse early exhibitor booths and posters.
Open floor for exhibitors, partner organizations, and research abstract poster displays.

08:30 – 10:00

OPENING REMARKS

A welcome to World Vitiligo Day 2026 and introduction of the vision, goals, and key leaders helping shape this year’s international gathering.

Moderator:

Lee Thomas, 4 Time Emmy Award Winner, TV Anchor & Author

Speakers

Dr. Davinder Parsad, World Vitiligo Day 2026 President
Dr. Torello Lotti, WVD-2026 Scientific Chair, WVD 2012 President
Dr. Yan Valle, WVD Campaign Manager, CEO VRF
TBA

10:15–11:15

MAPPING THE VITILIGO JOURNEY: UNDERSTANDING THE MAZE OF SUPPORT AND CARE

Using the Vitiligo Patient Journey Map as our guide, this session explores the complex and fragmented path for vitiligo patients. From Google searches to clinical trials, from camouflage to depigmentation. The panel will unpack how we can simplify this maze, close systemic gaps, and build a more compassionate and coordinated care model.

Moderator

Dr. Yan Valle, Executive Director, Vitiligo Research Foundation

Speakers

Lee Thomas, 4 Time Emmy Award Winner, TV Anchor & Author
TBA

11:30 – 12:30

ACCELERATING VITILIGO CARE IN INDIA

Breakthroughs in innovation require more than science – they require purpose.

Speaker

TBA

12:30 – 14:00

lunch break & NETWORKING

Lunch, refreshments and networking

14:00 – 18:30

TRACK 1: PATIENT & FAMILY ACTIVITIES

An empowering afternoon of interactive roundtables and community activities, culminating in a celebratory fashion show, awards announcements and dinner.

Track lead

Lee Thomas

14:00 – 15:30

TRACK 2: MASTER-CLASS SESSION 1

Mini-Punch Grafting in Vitiligo: Back to the Basics, Forward with Precision

Session lead

Dr. Jung Min Bae
Dr. Koushik Lahiri

15:30 – 17:30

TRACK 2: MASTER-CLASS SESSION 2

Suction Blister Epidermal Grafting (SBEG): Art, Science & Patience.
SBEG: The Gold-Standard Epidermal Transfer

Session lead

Dr. Somesh Gupta
Dr. Vinay Keshavmurthy

june 26, 2026

09:00 – 11:00

MASTER-CLASS SESSION 3

Non-Cultured Epidermal Cell Suspension (NCECS): The Workhorse of Vitiligo Surgery
NCECS : From Protocol to Perfection

Faculty

Dr. Samia Esmat
Dr. Munish Paul
Dr. Deepti Ghia

11:00 – 13:00

MASTER-CLASS: SESSION 4

Hair Follicle–Based Surgery in Vitiligo
Hair Follicle Suspension & Follicular Unit Grafting

Faculty

Dr. Manas Chatterjee
Dr. M Razmi

13:00 – 14:00

lunch break & NETWORKING

Lunch, refreshments and networking

14:00–15:00

MASTER-CLASS: SESSION 5

Dermal Cell Suspension: Beyond Melanocytes
Dermal Suspension & Fibroblast-Melanocyte Cross-talk

Faculty

Dr. Vishal Thakur

15:00 – 16:00

MASTER-CLASS: SESSION 6

“Cells in your Hands”

A true lab immersion — not a demo, but a do-it-yourself experience

Hands on for each participant on multiple stations

Epidermal Cell preparation
Dermal Cell preparation
Hair follicle cell suspension

16:00 – 17:15

MASTER-CLASS: SESSION 7

Innovation Session: Exosomes + NCECS (Signature PGIMER Approach)
Exosome-Augmented Cell Therapy in Vitiligo
Preparation of Exosomes

June 27, 2026

CLINICAL & SCIENTIFIC DAY

This full day of expert talks and discussions will focus on the latest advances in vitiligo research and clinical care, led by Prof. Davinder Parsad.

Conference will be held at the Hyatt Regency Chandigarh, right in the city’s premier business district next to Elante Mall (178 Industrial and Business Park Phase 1, Chandigarh 160002).

Seats are limited and free registration is required to reserve your spot; the detailed conference agenda will be published soon.

June 28, 2026

CLINICAL & SCIENTIFIC DAY

This half-day program will build on the insights from the Clinical and Scientific Day, offering focused sessions on practical applications, case discussions, and next steps in vitiligo care.

The meeting will take place at the same Hyatt Regency Chandigarh. Seats are limited and free registration is required to reserve your spot; the detailed agenda will be published soon.

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