Going beyond the surface – Advancing Care in Atopic Dermatitis and Skin Health
About Course
Date: 22 November 2025, Saturday
Venue: InterContinental Singapore (Ballroom 1 and 2), 80 Middle Road, Singapore 188966
Time: 9am to 3.30pm
Fees:
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PSS Members: Free (Please log in to your member account to register for the Symposium.)
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Non-Members: $40 (Early Bird fee extended till 9 Nov)
Non-members are required to create an account before registering for the Symposium.Price: $80 (From 10 Nov onwards)
About the Symposium
The Symposium aims to equip pharmacists with the latest knowledge on atopic dermatitis, skin health, and practical patient care approaches. We’ve drafted a comprehensive program featuring expert speakers and covering key topics such as:
Appreciate the disease burden and underlying pathophysiology of atopic dermatitis (AD).
- Evaluate the efficacy and safety of current and novel pharmacotherapy options in the management of AD.
- Apply practical guidance for counselling and monitoring patients using JAK inhibitors.
- Identify and recognize the evolving role of pharmacists in dermatology clinics and multidisciplinary care models.
- Explore strategies to optimize skin health and patient adherence to support treatment success.
Outline of program (Subjected to Changes)
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0900-0930 |
Registration (+ Light Breakfast) |
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0930-0950 (20 min) |
Atopic Dermatitis Today: Disease burden, Pathophysiology and Treatment Challenges |
Dr Cao Taige Consultant, Dermatology Sengkang General Hospital |
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0950-1020 (30 min) |
Treatment options in Atopic Dermatitis: Guidelines, Asian Phenotypes, and the Pharmacist’s Role in Integrated Care |
Dr Su Peiqi Senior Consultant, National Skin Centre |
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1020-1050 (30 min) |
Managing AD in 2025 – The role of JAK inhibitors (Pfizer sponsored session) |
Prof Phoon Yee Wei Senior Consultant and Head of Dermatology Service Sengkang General Hospital |
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1050-1110 (20 min) |
Role of Pharmacists in Dermatology Clinics · Topical Therapy Landscape in AD · Critical Counselling Points · Empowering Patients Through Pharmaceutical Care |
Mr Nicholas Teo Shao Wei Senior Pharmacist, KKH |
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1110-1140 (30 min) |
Strengthening the barrier: Skin Physiology, pH balance and Dermatological Care |
DCH Auriga |
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1140 – 1200 (20 min) |
Multidisciplinary Panel Discussion |
Ms Yap Hui Rei Senior Pharmacist (Clinical), National Skin Centre All speakers |
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1200 – 1300 |
Lunch |
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1300 – 1430 (1.5h) |
Case-based Learning – Navigating the Risks and Benefits of JAK inhibitors and the Pharmacist’s Role |
Dr Karen Choo Jui Lin Senior Consultant, Department of Dermatology and Allergy Unit, Singapore General Hospital Dr Ong Kheng Yong, Principal Pharmacist, Pharmacy, Singapore General Hospital |
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1430-1530 |
To Be Confirmed |
To be Confirmed |
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1530 |
Token of Appreciation and Feedback |
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For more information, please contact Ms Shelly Ng at shelly.ng@pss.org.sg