WDS Legacy Gala

The Women’s Dermatologic Society is delighted to announce Amy Paller, MD, MS, as the honoree of the 2027 WDS Legacy Gala. We are thrilled to recognize Dr. Paller’s extraordinary career and her profound influence as a clinician, investigator, educator, mentor, and longtime member and Past President of the WDS community. We look forward to celebrating her remarkable legacy during the WDS Legacy Gala fundraiser on Friday, March 19, 2027, in San Francisco.

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. Net proceeds benefit the WDS Legacy Long Term Reserve Fund, which supports board-directed strategic initiatives and key WDS programs, including mentorship, leadership development, and global outreach.

Dr. Paller is the Walter J. Hamlin Professor and Chair of Dermatology at Northwestern University, where she has served as Chair since 2004. An internationally recognized leader in pediatric dermatology and inflammatory skin disease research, she has authored nearly 800 peer-reviewed publications, led landmark clinical trials, and advanced the care of patients with complex genetic and inflammatory skin disorders. Her distinguished leadership includes service as President of the Women’s Dermatologic Society, Society for Investigative Dermatology, Society for Pediatric Dermatology, Pediatric Dermatology Research Alliance, International Society for Pediatric Dermatology, International Eczema Council, and American Dermatological Association.

Throughout her career, Dr. Paller has demonstrated an unwavering commitment to mentorship, guiding hundreds of students, residents, fellows, and junior faculty. Her dedication to developing future leaders embodies the spirit and mission of the Women’s Dermatologic Society.

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If you are interested in learning more about sponsorship opportunities for this premier event, please contact Jennifer Duckworth at [email protected].

To honor Dr. Paller's exceptional career and impact, we are compiling a special Legacy Tribute Book. As a member of the WDS family, your voice is essential to this tribute. We invite you to contribute a short, personal reflection for inclusion in this commemorative book. This is your opportunity to share how Dr. Paller has influenced your career, share a fond memory from a WDS event, or simply offer a congratulatory message. Please submit your tribute and any accompanying photos by October 29, 2026.