WDS Events: Empowering Women. Elevating Dermatology.

The Women's Dermatologic Society is proud to offer a dynamic collection of events designed to foster connection, education, leadership, and lifelong professional relationships. Whether you're attending one of our flagship gatherings or engaging at a local networking event, WDS events are where collaboration thrives and community deepens.

WDS Signature Events

Our hallmark events bring together members from across the globe to celebrate progress, share knowledge, and shape the future of dermatology.

WDS Annual Meeting & Luncheon

Held annually in conjunction with the American Academy of Dermatology (AAD) Meeting, this signature luncheon and WDS Annual Meeting i& Luncheon celebrates WDS members and highlights the Society’s impact. In addition to board elections and key business updates, the event features member recognition through the awards program, and meaningful opportunities to connect around shared goals and vision.

WDS Forum & Industry Visioning Work Group (IVWG)

This Signature retreat-style CME event is designed to inspire professional growth, leadership development, and meaningful connection. It creates an intimate environment for relationship building, collaboration, and peer-to-peer learning while providing opportunities for attendees to build lifelong professional relationships beyond the traditional meeting experience. This special event also includes the Industry Visioning Work Group (IVWG), bringing together dermatology industry thought leaders and WDS leadership to discuss trends, opportunities, and the future of the specialty

WDS Legacy Gala

The Women's Dermatologic Society's Signature Fundraising Event, the WDS Legacy Gala is a night to honor the trailblazers who have shaped the Women’s Dermatologic Society and to celebrate leaders whose contributions have left a lasting impact on dermatology. The WDS Legacy Gala also serves as an important fundraiser in support of the WDS mission. 

Global & Regional Networking Opportunities

Throughout the year, WDS hosts a variety of networking events designed to foster relationships, mentorship, and collaboration within dermatology—wherever you are in the world.

Sister Society Networking Events

WDS brings its signature spirit of connection, mentorship, and empowerment to major national and international dermatology meetings through our Sister Society Events. Held in conjunction with leading congresses around the world, these gatherings infuse a little WDS “flavor” into every program—offering a warm, inclusive space to connect across borders, celebrate collaboration, and strengthen our global dermatologic community. Whether you're attending the American Academy of Dermatology, American College of Mohs Surgery, European Academy of Dermatology and Venerology, World Congress of Dermatology, or other marquee events, look for the WDS presence—we're proud to be part of the global dialogue in dermatology.

American Society for Dermatologic Surgery (ASDS) Panel & Networking Reception 2019

Regional Networking Events

These events take place across the United States and are a perfect opportunity to connect with local peers, exchange ideas, and grow your professional network in an informal setting.