International Society Of Dermatology

Name

International Society Of Dermatology

Legal name

International Society of Dermatology

Website

https://intsocderm.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

1959

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Professional Medical Society

NAICS

Business Associations (813910)

SIC

Services-Membership Organizations (8600)

akta.pro primary industry

General & Medical Dermatology (HLAKACAA)

Keywords

• Dermatology professional society
• Skin health initiatives
• Medical membership organization
• Global dermatology outreach
• Professional medical education

Headquarters

HQ city

Waldorf

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Others

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels3 records

Core offering

Founded in 1959, the International Society of Dermatology is a non-profit professional society that connects dermatologists globally through membership programs, peer-reviewed publications, international events, and awards. It leads the World Skin Health Day initiative in partnership with the International League of Dermatological Societies (ILDS) to expand dermatological care access to underserved populations worldwide.

Product overview

The International Society of Dermatology operates as a professional membership organization offering a unified platform for dermatologists. The core offerings include a membership program with access to publications, professional events and conferences, and awards recognition. The society also leads the World Skin Health Day initiative in partnership with the International League of Dermatological Societies to expand dermatological care access globally. These products work together to serve the professional development and global outreach needs of the dermatological community.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Membership Program Tiered membership offering for dermatologists and skin health professionals worldwide, providing access to the society's community, publications, events, and dermatology resources.
• Publications Peer-reviewed dermatology publications providing scientific content and clinical knowledge to members and the dermatology community.
• Events International dermatology congresses and meetings bringing together dermatologists and skin health professionals for knowledge sharing and networking.
• Awards & More Recognition awards and additional programs honoring contributions to dermatology and skin health globally.
• World Skin Health Day Global initiative led by ISD in partnership with ILDS to expand dermatological care access to underserved populations.

Quantifiable outcome

• Treated over 3,900 underserved patients in 2025
• +2 more outcomes

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

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Partnerships

Three partnerships are on record, tiered core and flagship.

• International League of Dermatological Societies (ILDS)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 8 July 2026ILDSD serves as the primary global coordinating body for dermatological societies worldwide. ISD partners with ILDS to co-lead World Skin Health Day initiatives, combining their networks to expand access to dermatological care globally across multiple continents and countries.
• CeraVeflagshipGTM or Marketing Partner · 8 July 2025CeraVe, the #1 dermatologist-recommended skincare brand in the US, serves as an official corporate sponsor and partner for World Skin Health Day. The partnership has expanded from 2025 to 2026, supporting outreach projects across 13 countries. CeraVe's Care For All program provides funding and resources that enable ISD-led initiatives to treat underserved patients globally.
• National Association of Free & Charitable Clinics (NAFCC)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerIn the United States, ISD partners with NAFCC to provide free skin consultations and educational resources to uninsured and underinsured patients through volunteer dermatologist services, expanding the reach of World Skin Health Day initiatives domestically.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Direct peers

• American Skin Association: US non-profit supporting dermatology research and public education on skin health. Shares ISD's mission of advancing skin health through professional and public engagement, with overlap in corporate sponsorship models.
• Dermatology Foundation: US-based non-profit funding dermatology research and career development for dermatologists. Comparable to ISD as a dermatology-focused non-profit supporting the professional dermatology community through grants and recognition.
• National Psoriasis Foundation: US non-profit serving patients with psoriasis and psoriatic arthritis through advocacy, research funding, and education. Comparable as a dermatology-focused non-profit with member services, publications, and corporate partnerships.
• Skin Cancer Foundation: US-based non-profit focused on skin cancer education, prevention, and patient support. Comparable to ISD as a dermatology-focused non-profit combining public awareness, professional engagement, and corporate sponsorship.
• National Eczema Association: US non-profit focused on eczema patients with research, education, and advocacy programs. Comparable to ISD as a single-condition dermatology non-profit with membership, publications, and corporate sponsorship activities.
• European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology: Europe's leading dermatology professional society with thousands of members and major annual congresses. Directly comparable to ISD as a regional dermatology society focused on professional development and global skin health.
• GlobalSkin: International alliance of dermatology patient organizations spanning 60+ countries. Directly comparable to ISD's international dermatology mission and shares overlap in global skin health coordination and member society engagement.
• International League of Dermatological Societies: Global umbrella organization for national dermatology societies and ISD's primary strategic partner. Both organizations co-lead World Skin Health Day, making ILDS the most operationally comparable peer to ISD.

Regional players

• British Association of Dermatologists: UK national dermatology society serving British dermatologists with educational events, publications, and clinical guidelines. Comparable to ISD as a national dermatology membership organization with similar membership and event products.

Broad incumbents

• American Academy of Dermatology: The largest US dermatology professional society with ~20,000+ members. A broader incumbent operating in the same dermatology society space as ISD, with substantially larger resources, member base, and program portfolio.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat3 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/intjderm
• Facebookfacebook.com/intsocderm
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/international-society-of-dermatology

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