4th International Meeting on Keloids June 19-20, 2019 Philadelphia
The 4th International Keloid Symposium will be held on June 9-12, 2020 at:
Dorrance H. Hamilton Building
Thomas Jefferson University
1001 Locust St,
Philadelphia, PA 19107
Organizers: Michael Tirgan, M.D. (Keloid Foundation), Jouni Uitto, M.D., Ph.D. (Thomas Jefferson University), Reza F. Ghohestani, M.D., Ph.D. (Texas Institute of Dermatology).
For more information, pls email: [email protected].
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What’s New about Keloids?
Top Keloid Specialists from around the world Discussed Recent Discoveries on Pathobiology and Management of Keloids in Rome, Italy June 7-8, 2018
Dr. M. Tirgan of Keloid Research Foundation (New York) and Dr. Reza F. Ghohestani of Texas Institute of Dermatology (San Antonio), in association with International Society of Dermatologic Surgery organized the 2rd International Keloid Symposium, a major interdisciplinary meeting for clinicians and basic scientists working in the challenging fields of Keloid Disorders.
This very focused meeting on Keloids did take place in Rome, Italy (June 7-8, 2018) with participants from more than 49 countries around the globe and a number of internationally renowned speakers. The meeting was in conjunction with the joint congress of the International Society of Dermatologic Surgery (ISDS) and the Italian Society of Surgical and Oncological Dermatology (SIDCO). To access the full program, click here.
Renowned Speakers at International Keloid Symposium Discussed Recent Discoveries on Management of Keloids and Scars
Texas Institute of Dermatology (San Antonio), Keloid Research Foundation, in association with Groupe de Reflexion de Dermatologie Venereolgie du Sud (GRDVS) organized the 1st International Keloid Symposium – AFRICA, a major interdisciplinary meeting for clinicians and basic scientists working in the challenging fields of Keloid Disorders and skin scarring.
This very focused meeting on Keloids and scars took place in Marrakesh, Morocco in April 2017 with participants from more than 47 countries around the globe and a number of internationally renowned speakers:
Reza F Ghohestani, M.D., Ph.D. Texas Institute of Dermatology, USA
Mohsen Alirezaii, M.D., Montpellier, France
Lamont Jones, M.D., University of Michigan, USA
Michael Tirgan, M.D., Keloid Foundation, USA
Mark Fear, Ph.D., University of Western Australia, Australia
Frank Nissen, M.D.,Ph.D. , University of Amsterdam, Netherlands
Maria Worsham, Ph.D., University of Michigan, USA
Jonathan Tsao, M.D., University of Toronto, Canada
Dominique Campos, M.D., Agadir, Morocco
Keloid Research Foundation (KRF), in association with Texas Institute of Dermatology and the Groupe de Reflexion de Dermatologie Venerologie du Sud (GRDVS), held 1st International Keloid Symposium – AFRICA at Kenzi Menara Palace in beautiful city of Marrakesh in Morocco on April 30, 2017. This year’s meeting, hosted by GRDVS, was attended by close to 200 delegates from countries ACROSS THE GLOBE.
The symposium was a true bench to bedside meeting with renowned speakers from top academic institutes around the world organized by Dr. Reza Ghohestani of Texas Institute of Dermatology, and Dr. Michael Tirgan of Keloid Research Foundation.
Dr. Aboutaam from Morocco discussed the clinical and epidemiological aspects of Keloids in Morocco. Dr. Hesham Ahmad from Dubai discussed the role of Mesenchymal stem cells in pathogenesis of the disorder. Dr. Mohsen Alirezai from France discussed new techniques in surgical removal of keloids. Dr. Said Amal from Morocco presented his experience in treating keloids with Phenol. Dr. Mousa Diallo from Senegal reviewed the epidemiology, clinical and genetic aspect of keloids in Africa. Dr. Mark Fear from Australia discussed the molecular and cellular cross-talk in keloids. Dr. Reza Ghohestani from USA reviewed the role of ablative and non-ablative lasers in management of keloid patients, educating the audience that CO2 lasers should not be used in treating keloid patients. Dr. Lamont Jones from USA discussed epidemiology and epigenetic signatures, as well as surgical management of head and neck keloids. Dr. Natalie Jumper from UK reviewed her research on molecular aspects of keloid pathogenesis. Dr. Fatima Mernissi from Morocco discussed her team’s experience with treatment of keloids. Lina Ndjok from France reviewed psychosocial aspects of keloid disorders. Dr. Michael Tirgan presented Data on 283 cases of ear keloids, emphasizing on potential causal relationship between surgery and development of large, semi-massive and massive ear keloids. He also discussed role of cryotherapy, intra-lesional steroids and utility of chemotherapeutic agents in managing keloid lesions. Dr. Jonathan Tsao from Canada discussed brachytherapy as an adjuvant treatment of keloids. Dr. Maria Worsham from USA discussed the concept of master regulators in keloid pathogenesis.
It was clear that there is a growing interest within the dermatology and surgery community in Africa to explore non-surgical treatment methods for treatment of keloids. A common theme to emerge from this meeting was a move to more medical treatment approaches and less surgery due to a high recurrence rate. It was also agreed that there need to be a collaboration between the medical teams across the globe, especially among dermatologists and scientists in countries that have a high burden of this disfiguring condition. Creation of a Keloid Research Network and ultimately a Centers of Excellence for treatment of keloids discussed, both Dr. Ghohestani and Dr. Tirgan were assigned to work on these two important projects with local and international organizations.
The 1st International Symposium on Keloids was a real success attested by feedback received from both attendees and renowned speakers. The organizers of this symposium look forward to continued collaborations with the dermatology community in Morocco and holding a similar meeting in future in Africa. For more information, visit: www.KeloidSymposium.com.
The Texas Institute of Dermatology is dedicated to provide quality dermatology care for the entire San Antonio and Boerne community. The Institute offers excellence in treatment of hair, nail and skin disorders. Texas Institute of Dermatology is the only private Dermatology Institute in South Texas that combines clinical care with research. The Keloid Clinic in San Antonio, provides latest treatment options for Keloids and Scars. For more information on Texas Institute of Dermatology, visit www.txid.org.
