DermaCon™ is Canada’s leading dermatology conference designed specifically for non-core healthcare professionals General Practitioners, Nurses, and Pharmacists—the essential triangle of dermatological care in Canada.
Hosted across multiple cities, this one-day, fully accredited program (CFPC Mainpro+ and CCCEP) has quickly become a must-attend event. Its growing popularity among participants and sponsors reflects its dynamic format, practical focus, and expert-led content delivered by board-certified dermatology specialists.
Why Attend DermaCon™
DermaCon™ is known for its practical, unbiased, and highly interactive approach to learning. Each session is designed to provide real-world insights that clinicians can immediately apply in practice.
Attendees benefit from:
- Case-based discussions on common dermatological conditions
- Expert guidance from leading dermatologist moderators
- Interactive learning using live presentations and smart devices
- Teledermatology case studies that reflect real clinical scenarios
All of this takes place in a comfortable and engaging environment that encourages participation and meaningful learning.
More Than a Conference
DermaCon™ goes beyond clinical education. It creates a collaborative space where healthcare providers and pharmaceutical professionals can connect, exchange knowledge, and explore evolving therapeutic options.
This unique environment fosters stronger professional relationships and contributes to improved patient care across Canada.
DermaCon™ 2026 Highlights
As we prepare for the 12th annual DermaCon™ in 2026, the program continues to evolve—combining proven strengths with fresh insights from our planning committee, attendees, and exhibitors.
Key features include:
- Mainpro+ and CCCEP accreditation (earn up to 8 credits in one day)
- Case-based learning integrated into every session
- Real-world clinical discussions, including teledermatology cases
- Interactive audience participation via personal devices
- Live feedback and engagement throughout the event
- Post-event access to all presentations
Join Us
Don’t miss this unique Canadian dermatology event that plays a vital role in advancing skin care knowledge and improving outcomes for patients across the country.
For more information about DermaCon Day of Dermatology for Healthcare Professionals please contact
roxane@rbcconsultants.com
Learning Objectives
Acne & Rosacea
After this session participants will be able to:
- Explain the various pathogenic factors of Acne Vulgaris
- Classify various common acne presentations
- List specific therapeutic solutions for each of the common acne presentations and skin types
- Compare the efficacy and safety of topical and oral options for rosacea
- Employ appropriate strategies for acute treatment and maintenance therapy of rosacea
Atopic Dermatitis:
At the conclusion of this session, you will be able to:
- Identify Atopic Dermatitis (AD)
- Explain the skin barrier defect in AD
- Employ strategies to manage AD flares
- Employ strategies to prevent AD flares
- Select among various treatment options including topical calcineurin inhibitors (TCIs), topical PDE4 inhibitors, topical corticosteroids (TCS) and non-pharmaceutical components
Chronic Hand Eczema (CHE):
At the conclusion of this session, you will be able to:
- Analyze the epidemiology and pathophysiology of Chronic Hand Eczema (CHE) to discover insights into the prevalence, underlying mechanisms, and contributing factors of the condition
- Evaluate the clinical efficacy and safety of approved therapies for CHE
- Apply patient-centered approaches to address real-world barriers to effective management of CHE.
Hidradenitis Suppurativa:
At the conclusion of this session, you will be able to:
- Accurately determine a positive diagnosis for Hidradenitis Suppurativa (HS)
- Identify the key risk factors for development of HS (age, gender, tobacco consumption, co-morbidities…)
- Identify the three Hurley stages of HS
- Assess surgical and non-surgical treatment options in light of pathophysiology and QoL status of your patient
- Spare your patient by proposing more aggressive therapies or referral to a specialist earlier on in the disease process than is commonly done today.
Psoriasis:
At the conclusion of this session, you will be able to:
- Perform an accurate diagnosis of psoriasis
- Recognize the various classes of psoriasis
- Explain the pathogenesis of psoriasis
- Recognize the clinical manifestations of psoriasis
- Carry out an organized and logical approach to current psoriasis management (mild, moderate and severe)
Seborrheic Dermatitis and Alopecia
At the conclusion of this activity, participants will be able to:
- Describe the pathophysiology of dandruff, with emphasis on the roles of Malassezia colonization, sebum production, individual susceptibility, and the role of the scalp stratum corneum.
- Distinguish seborrheic dermatitis and apply effective treatments
- Differentiate scarring and non-scarring alopecia
- Apply effective treatments for alopecia areata
Skin Protection:
After this session, participants will be able to:
- Recall the structure of the dynamic skin barrier
- Explain the key physiological roles of the skin barrier
- List specific skincare solutions tailored for the dynamic skin barrier
Urticaria:
After this session participants will be able to:
- Differentiate between 1st “line” and 1st “generation” antihistamines
- Apply the 2021 recommended treatment algorithm for acute/chronic spontaneous urticaria
- Differentiate acute urticaria from chronic spontaneous urticaria (CSU)
- Explore real-world cases of urticaria to:
- Differentiate potential diagnoses and formulate a correct diagnosis
- Determine if any additional workup is required
- Apply the current evidence-based guidelines for the treatment