Dear Esteemed Colleagues and Attendees,

On behalf of the organizing committee and dermatology section, Ministry of National Guard Health Affairs, it is my great pleasure to welcome you to the First Dermatology Close-Up Conference, from Dermoscopy to Dermatopathology.

Dermoscopy and dermatopathology represent two of the most vital and rapidly evolving pillars of modern dermatology. Together, they form a powerful bridge between clinical observation and microscopic diagnosis, enhancing diagnostic accuracy, guiding patient management, and ultimately improving clinical outcomes. Mastery of these disciplines is no longer optional. It is essential for the present and future practice of dermatology and pathology.

As future practicing physicians and dermatology as well as pathology professionals, your engagement with these fields will play a critical role in shaping your clinical judgment and diagnostic confidence.

This conference has been carefully designed to provide you with up-to-date knowledge, practical insights, and meaningful discussions led by experts in the field, fostering both learning and professional growth.

We are confident that this scientific meeting will serve as a valuable platform for education, collaboration, and inspiration, and that it will contribute positively to your journey as dermatologists and pathologists committed to excellence and lifelong learning.

We look forward to welcoming you and sharing two enriching days of scientific exchange and professional development.

With warm regards,

Conference President

Sahal Jalaludeen Samarkandy
Consultant, assistant professor and RTP Director
Dermatology, Laser and Surgical Dermatology
Ministry of National Guard Health Affairs
King Saud Bin Abdulaziz University for Health Sciences