presentations
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.
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
World Vitiligo Day 2026 kicks off with a Joint Morning Session, bringing patients and clinicians together to explore shared themes of care, resilience, and innovation. Starting at 2:00 PM, the program splits into two parallel, high-impact tracks for patients and clinicians.
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:
Speakers
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
Moderator
- Dr. Yan Valle, Executive Director, Vitiligo Research Foundation
- 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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
Exosome-Augmented Cell Therapy in Vitiligo
Preparation of Exosomes
June 27, 2026
CLINICAL & SCIENTIFIC DAY
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.
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
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.
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.
