Message from the Organising Chairman & Secretary-General LADS/AADV

It is my pleasure and honor to invite you to the Satellite Meeting 2009 organized by the League of Asean Dermatological Societies (LADS) hosted by the Dermatological Society of Vietnam. This special event will also mark the inaugural meeting of the Asian Academy of Dermatology and Venereology (AADV) which has been spearheaded by the members of LADS

We are indeed proud to bring this important and prestigious scientific meeting to welcome our Vietnamese colleagues into this important regional fraternity

As in other major regions of the world, the specialty of dermatology has come of age in Asia. The LADS was made significant strides over the last few years and will continue to evolve and grow with the formation of the AADV

This Satellite Meeting 2009 presents a unique opportunity for the dermatological profession in Asia to come together in fraternity and fellowship to review the latest developments and breakthroughs in two important areas of dermatology, namely psoriasis and eczema. It will provide our dermatologists with a platform to exchange experiences and ideas in clinical practice and research.

This conference will not only provide a platform for knowledge exchange among our colleagues in Asia but will also pave the way for enhanced regional and international cooperation in the field of dermatology.

I am confident that you will find this Satellite Meeting 2009 an excellent educational and memorable experience

On behalf of the Organising Committee I bid you a warm welcome to Hanoi.

Steven K W Chow
Chairman
International Organising Committee
Secretary-General LADS/AADV