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The 15th International Conference for Dermatologists kicks off

The 15th International Conference for Dermatologists kicks off

Under the patronage of Her Highness Princess Rajwa bint Ali, the 15th International Conference of the Jordanian Society of Dermatologists and Venereologists (JoDerm 2026) kicked off yesterday evening, Wednesday, in the capital, Amman, with the participation of more than 800 doctors and specialists from Jordan and other countries.

The conference, organized by the Society in cooperation with Al-Mustashar Company, will continue until tomorrow, Friday, with the participation of about 60 speakers presenting more than 80 scientific papers, in addition to specialized workshops and a medical exhibition in which more than 35 local and international companies are participating.

The President of the Society and President of the Conference, Dr. Firas Al-Qarqaz, said that holding the conference reflects the Society's efforts to develop the dermatology specialty, upgrade medical practice, and enhance Jordan's position in the fields of medical education and continuous professional development.

He added that the conference provides an opportunity to exchange experiences and knowledge among doctors and experts, and to learn about the latest scientific and therapeutic developments in dermatology and aesthetics, pointing to the importance of these meetings in expanding the horizons of scientific and professional cooperation.

For his part, the Chairman of the Preparatory Committee, Sharif Dr. Mohammad Fawaz, said that the conference brings together medical competencies and local and international expertise, which contributes to developing medical practice, encouraging innovation, and enhancing professional responsibility.

He stressed that the success of scientific conferences is not measured only by the number of their sessions, but by the impact they leave on developing medical practice and placing the patient's interest and safety at the forefront of priorities.

In turn, the President of the Jordan Medical Association, Dr. Issa Al-Khashashneh, emphasized the importance of specialized scientific conferences in advancing the medical sector and strengthening Jordan's presence on the regional and international medical map.

He pointed to the Association's keenness to support doctors, encourage scientific research, and expand opportunities for training, qualification, and exchange of experiences, noting that the Jordanian doctor has achieved a prestigious position inside and outside the Kingdom, thanks to his competence and ability to keep pace with medical developments.

Al-Khashashneh expressed his pride in the achievements of dermatologists, stressing the importance of continuing to develop their professional and scientific capabilities.

On the sidelines of the conference, Her Highness Princess Rajwa inaugurated the medical exhibition, which showcases the latest devices, technologies, and therapeutic and cosmetic products, including technologies specialized in dermatology, lasers, and cosmetics.

The pre-opening activities included specialized workshops for dermatologists and aesthetic doctors, and live demonstrations of the latest technologies and products used in this field.

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