20th Annual SOCS Scientific Symposium

SOCS & SOCS Foundation Annual General Business Meeting

Scientific Program: Pathways to Equity: Advancing Advocacy, Research, and Clinical Excellence

Reception: Celebrating SOCS at 20: Past, Present & Future

Faculty

2023-2024 SOCS Scientific Committee

Co-Chairs:
Nada Elbuluk, MD, MSc, FAAD
Chere R. Lucas Anthony, MD, FAAD

Members:
Hye Jin Leah Chung, MD, FAAD
Seemal R. Desai, MD, FAAD
Daniel B Eisen, MD, FAAD
Michelle F. Henry, MD, FAAD
Diane Jackson-Richards, MD, FAAD
Nayoung Lee, MD, FAAD
Lynn J. McKinley-Grant, MD
Amy McMichael, MD, FAAD
Ginette A. Okoye, MD, FAAD
Stavonnie Sheri Patterson, MD, FAAD
Babar K. Rao, MD, FAAD
Zakiya Pressley Rice, MD, FAAD
Trilokraj Tejasvi, MD, FAAD
Cesar Antonio Virgen, MD, PhD, FAAD
Carmen Myrie Williams, MD

Nada Elbuluk MD, MSc, FAAD
Associate Professor of Clinical Dermatology, University of Southern California
Director, Skin of Color Program & Pigmentary Disorders Clinic
Director, Dermatology Diversity & Inclusion Program
Director of Curriculum Equity, Keck School of Medicine

Chere Lucas Anthony, MD, FAAD
Rendon Center for Dermatology and Aesthetic Medicine
Voluntary Faculty University of Miami Miller School of Medicine

Marriott Marquis San Diego
333 W Harbor Dr.
San Diego, CA 92101
Room: Marriott Grand Ballroom 8-13

Thank you to our sponsors!

CHAMPION
AbbVie | Johnson & Johnson | Sanofi and Regeneron Pharmaceuticals, Inc.

ALLY
Bristol Myers Squibb | Eli Lilly, Inc. | Incyte Corporation | Vaseline

PARTNER
Arcutis Biotherapeutics | Clinique | UCB, Inc.

FRIEND
AVITA Medical | Beiersdorf | Dermavant Sciences | Novartis | Ortho Dermatologics

Celebrating SOCS at 20: Past, Present & Future

Immediately following this rich scientific program, we transitioned to a very special Awards Presentation and Celebration, highlighted by the following:

Announcement of the SOCS Innovation Grant Winners, awarded to both finalists, Manju Dawkins, MD, for "Thimble Health: Alleviating Needle Pain and Fear" and Camille Martin, PhD, for "Determining the Efficacy of Xanthochrome® Enriched Sunscreens Against Visible Light and Long Wavelength Ultraviolet-A1 Induced Pigmentation". These awards are made possible thanks to the generous support of SOCS leader Dhaval Bhanusali, MD, FAAD and EltaMD.

 Dr. Glass with his award, flanked by Dr. Andrew Alexis (left) and Dr. Janet A. Fairley, President of the Dermatology Foundation and SOCS leader Dr. John A. Harris.

Presentation of the first-ever Sanofi and Regeneron Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Mid-Career Award to Donald A. Glass II, MD, PhD, FAAD.

Recognition of past administration of SOCS, with appreciation to original SOCS administrator, Michelle Hepburn, RN, MSN, APRN, followed by recognition of current administration with the SOCS team.

Grateful recognition to SOCS Past Presidents and Founding Members, many of whom were present to enjoy this milestone celebration.

Special remarks from SOCS Founding Member Vincent A. DeLeo, MD, FAAD, who shared his stories from the early days of skin of color dermatology with the nation’s first Skin of Color Center and the formation of SOCS.

Unforgettable closing comments from SOCS Founder Susan C. Taylor, MD, FAAD, who shared her perspective on the evolution of SOCS from its initial vision to its remarkable evolution over the last two decades and future promise.


Following these stirring presentations, the celebration continued with a beautiful cake festooned with our new logo, a photographic montage of members from over the years, and a gorgeous electric violin performance by Jeremy Green that captured everyone’s rapt attention! Amidst delicious foods, beverages, the sounds of lively conversation and great dance music from DJ Shammy Dee, a wonderful time was had by all!

Abstract Presentations & iPoster Galleries

iPoster Online Live Sessions: March 1 – March 5, 2024

The Call for Abstracts closed on October 2nd. Selected abstracts will be invited to present at the Scientific Symposium with either an oral abstract presentation or a digital iPoster via iPoster Sessions. Industry partners* will have an opportunity to also create interactive iPoster with various content, including high-resolution images, videos, audio, and more. The Scientific and Industry iPoster Galleries will be accessible from March 1, 2024, and will remain available for one year after the event.

Participants can engage with the content and leave messages. Authors will have the flexibility to select the iPoster Online Live Session dates and times within the iPoster platform.

Important Information:

• iPoster Upload: Starts on November 21, 2023, and ends on December 11, 2023
• iPoster Online Live Sessions: March 1 – March 5, 2024
• iPosters will be reviewed and rated in December and January, with the top 10 iPosters selected as featured iPosters at the Symposium on March 7th. Notifications will be sent out in early February.
• Please note that abstract changes are not permitted for submitted and accepted abstracts.
• The platform supports interactive multimedia content, and attendees can engage with you virtually during live session chat hours.

Technical Support:

For tutorials, guides, samples, and additional information, please visit the iPosterSessions Resources page for assistance. If you have any questions, please contact the iPoster Support Desk at support@ipostersessions.com  with Conference Code: SOCS2024.

*Based on sponsorship level.

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