Miami Beach will become the center of the dermatology world Feb. 5-7, when two world class events, the South Beach Symposium (SBS) and the Masters of Pediatric Dermatology (MOPD) Symposium, come to the Loews Miami Beach Hotel. Focused on state-of-the-art care for the youngest dermatology patients, MOPD offers dermatology professionals a unique opportunity to advance their clinical knowledge in an inspiring, educational setting.
Meeting the Challenges
MOPD delivers a focused educational program designed to prepare clinicians to manage complex pediatric skin diseases with confidence and precision. From emerging therapies to innovative treatment approaches, from acne to urticaria, and from rare diseases to vitiligo and alopecia, MOPD covers the most pressing topics in pediatric dermatology, including navigating the “skincare craze” impacting tweens.
Founder and faculty chair, Lawrence A. Schachner, MD, who has led MOPD for more than three decades, is recognized as a leading authority in pediatric dermatology education. Joining him is a distinguished faculty of pediatric dermatology experts, including Latanya T. Benjamin, MD, recognized for her expertise in atopic dermatitis, acne, sun safety, and pediatric laser; Karan Lal, DO, MS; Peter Lio, MD, assistant professor at Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine and founder of the Chicago Integrative Eczema Center; Antonella Tosti, MD; Adelaide Hebert, MD; and many more leaders shaping the field.
Specialized Expertise
MOPD’s faculty and mentors represent the best minds in pediatric dermatology, offering interactive sessions that immerse participants in a highly specialized educational experience. Attendees can explore hot topics such as pediatric genetic testing, the rise of AI in dermatology, teen skin SOS, as well as the latest trends in hair and scalp disorders, atopic dermatitis, hyperhidrosis, and acne treatment.
Sessions also provide critical updates on emerging therapies and techniques, from the most common issues to the most challenging situations. Experts will focus on new treatment strategies for epidermolysis bullosa, new topical treatments for lice, scabies, and molluscum, and advances in managing rare conditions like neurofibromatosis and tuberous sclerosis complex.
Translating Evidence into Pediatric Practice
With its focus on skin disorders in children from infancy through adolescence, MOPD offers interactive sessions, thought-provoking case discussions, and hands-on demonstrations designed to bridge the gap between research and real-world clinical application. Attendees learn how to incorporate cutting-edge therapeutics, innovative technologies, minimally invasive procedures, and best practices in patient management, gaining practical skills and insights that directly enhance patient care and outcomes.
Addressing the Whole Patient — and the Family
When it comes to pediatric dermatology, patient care often extends beyond the exam room. Family engagement is a priority, whether being treated for a rare disease, a routine condition requiring adherence, or a disorder that requires support and positive reinforcement. The carefully curated sessions at MOPD offer guidance on taking a holistic approach, including sessions on social media, reputation management, and inclusivity in pediatric dermatology.
Continuity of Care
Modern pediatric dermatology goes beyond traditional treatments. MOPD dedicates sessions to the specific topics challenging today’s clinicians, such as procedural interventions, chronic disease management, off-label treatments, and gender-affirming care. Attendees leave equipped to deliver evidence-based care across diverse patient populations.
Learning to grow in a diversity of disciplines, surrounded by thought leaders, mentors, and peers, is at the heart of this premier event.
Conclusion
MOPD 2026 sets the standard for pediatric dermatology education. This is where expert faculty share groundbreaking research, practical insights, and advanced techniques shaping the future of pediatric dermatology.
Don’t miss this chance to elevate your clinical practice, expand your professional knowledge, and build meaningful connections — all while enjoying beautiful Miami Beach.
Register today for MOPD 2026 and secure your place at this unparalleled educational experience.
