Legacy Celebration GalaWDS Announces Dr. Seemal Desai as 2026 Legacy Honoree 
Our most elegant affair, the Legacy Celebration Gala is a night to honor the trailblazers who have shaped the Women's Dermatologic Society and to support the mission that drives us forward. Net proceeds go to the WDS Legacy Long Term Reserve Fund to benefit board-directed strategic initiatives and key WDS programs, including mentorship, leadership training, and global outreach. 2026 Legacy Celebration Gala Click Here for Registration & VIP Supporter Packages WDS is pleased to announce the selection of Seemal R. Desai, MD as the WDS 2026 Legacy Honoree. About Dr. DesaiThe WDS selects honorees based upon overall contributions to the field of dermatology, the support of women in the field, and overall connection to the industry. This year’s recipient, Dr. Seemal Desai, is a Board-Certified Dermatologist, Diplomate of the American Board of Dermatology, and a nationally recognized leader in the field. Founder & Medical Director of Innovative Dermatology in Dallas and Clinical Associate Professor at UT Southwestern Medical Center, Dr. Desai is a prolific author and international speaker, he has published hundreds of papers and delivered more than 150 lectures worldwide A dedicated advocate and mentor, Dr. Desai has held leadership roles across major dermatology organizations. He is the youngest-ever President of the American Academy of Dermatology, Past President of the Skin of Color Society, Texas Dermatological Society, and Dallas/Ft. Worth Dermatological Society, and currently serves as President of the Global Vitiligo Foundation. He also contributes nationally through his appointment to the FDA’s Pharmacy Compounding Advisory Committee. Read his complete biography here. Call for TributesPrior to the official launch of registration, we invite our community to help us make this celebration unforgettable by sharing a tribute in Dr. Desai’s honor by October 29, 2025. Members, colleagues, and friends are encouraged to share photos, stories, and congratulations to be included in his Legacy Celebration book. Questions about the Legacy Gala? Please email us at [email protected]. Past Honorees2025 – Dr. Adelaide Hebert
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