What’s new and what can I expect from the 2025 Annual Meeting?
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December 1, 2024
Get ready to register for a magical experience in Orlando, Florida! 2025 AAD Annual Meeting attendees can expect some exciting new offerings alongside the top-tier education you expect from the AAD.
What’s new
Opening Ceremony, Friday, March 7 from 5:00 – 6:30 p.m.
An exciting new way to kick off the meeting — hear the president’s Welcome Address and keynote address from our guest speaker.
Member Welcome Reception, Friday, March 7 from 7:00 – 10:00 p.m.
Join us on Friday evening at Universal CityWalk at Universal Orlando Resort to connect and celebrate with other AAD members. Enjoy live entertainment and visit different venues along the Promenade. Look for the option to purchase tickets during registration. Transportation will be provided to and from the Orange County Convention Center West Building, Hyatt Regency, and all the hotels along the AAD shuttle route.
Over 40 new sessions
With sessions that cover a wide array of topics, you’ll find everything you need to expand your expertise. Don’t miss these new sessions coming in 2025:
Advanced Cosmetic Surgery that Dermatologists Can Perform
In Office Surgical Techniques for the Treatment of Moderate to Severe Hidradenitis Suppurativa (HS)
Vitiligo: Evidenced Based Medicine Applied to Cases
New Drugs, New Rashes: An Update on Cutaneous Drug Eruptions
Chronic Urticaria: What’s New
High-Yield Dermatopathology for Residents
Social Media and Skincare: Where the Dermatologist Fits In
Dermatology on Duty: Managing Active-Duty Military Members in your Practice
Childcare offered
Childcare services will be available during the Annual Meeting to accommodate attendees with young children. Our professional childcare provider, Kiddie Corp, will ensure a safe and engaging environment, offering a range of age-appropriate activities throughout the week. Visit the website for information about registration and fees.
Puppies!
Stop by the Exhibit Hall to visit the all-new Canine Cuddle Zone, sponsored by CareCredit. Meet adoptable puppies and dogs Friday through Sunday from 11:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.
AAD CME opportunities
Learn more about the Academy’s CME opportunities.
What’s returning
Plenary session, Sunday, March 9 from 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Get updates from Academy leadership during the Annual Business Meeting and hear from our award recipients.
Annual Meeting On-Demand
Earn CME credit and get access to PowerPoint presentations and audio from hundreds of sessions recorded during the meeting in Orlando with Annual Meeting On-Demand. NEW this year: Purchase with meeting registration for a discounted price. Learn more about what you can expect at the 2025 AAD Annual Meeting at staging.aad.org/am25.
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