🌍 INTRODUCTION
Worldwide Dermatology Collaboration (WDC) operates through an international governance structure designed to promote scientific excellence, global collaboration, education, and innovation in dermatology.
The organization brings together dermatologists, researchers, educators, institutions, and collaborators from different regions of the world with the shared mission of advancing inclusive dermatology and global skin health.
WDC is officially structured as a European entity based in Estonia (European Union), supporting its commitment to transparency, international cooperation, and long-term institutional development.
The executive leadership oversees the strategic direction, international development, educational initiatives, and institutional partnerships of the Worldwide Dermatology Collaboration.
Prof. Ibrahima Traoré
Founder & President
Guinea / European Union
Prof. Torello Lotti
Executive Director, Worldwide Dermatology Collaboration, Italy
Dr. Oluwatoyin Alice Tella
Secretary General, Worldwide Dermatology Collaboration, Nigeria / Italy
M’mah Batchily
Administrative Affairs Coordinator, Worldwide Dermatology Collaboration, Guinea / European Union
Regional coordinators support the development of WDC activities across different geographical regions, facilitating local collaboration, educational initiatives, and scientific engagement.
Africa Coordinator: Prof. Ahogo Celestin
Europe Coordinator: Dr. Francesca Satolli
Asia - Pacific Coordinator: Dr. Aseem Sharma
Latin America Coordinator: Dr. MarĂa Isabel MĂ©ndez Melgar
North America Coordinator: Prof. Nellie Konnikov
Oceania Coordinator: Prof. Sharad Paul
WDC collaborates with dermatologists, institutions, congresses, and organizations worldwide to support scientific exchange, education, outreach activities, and international cooperation in dermatology.
WDC aims to strengthen international collaboration in dermatology through scientific networking, education, research, congress participation, and global health initiatives, with a strong commitment to inclusive dermatology and skin of color.
The Scientific Advisory Board includes internationally engaged dermatologists and experts who contribute to WDC's scientific vision, educational activities, academic collaborations, and research initiatives.
The Scientific Advisory Board reflects WDC’s commitment to international scientific diversity, academic excellence, and collaborative dermatology education across different regions of the world.
Dr. Nazim Khaled Benmehidi, Algeria
Dr. Sweta Rambhia, India
Dr. Leonardo Mayorga Garibaldi, Mexico
Prof. Aldo Morrone, Italy/Ethiopia
Prof. Enas Attia, Egypt
Dr. Aboubacar Sidiki Magassouba, Guinea
Prof. Awatef Kelati, Morocco
Prof. Siham Dikhaye, Morocco
Prof. Kiran Godse, India
Prof. Emad Elgamal, Egypt
Dr. Henry Foong Boon Bee, Malaysia
Prof. Roxanna Sadoughifar, Italy/Iran
Prof. Gulhima Arora, India
Prof. Hamlaoui Mohamed Rachid, Algier
Prof. Mohammed Jafferany, USA
Prof. Patrick Treacy, Ireland
Prof. Taibi Lynda, Algeria
Prof. Monika Fida, Albania
Prof. Nino Lortkipanidze, Georgia
Prof. Rapelanoro Rabenja Fahafahantsoa, Madagascar
Dr. Anurag Tiwari, India
Prof. Robert A. Schwartz, USA
Worldwide Dermatology Collaboration OĂś
Registered in Estonia (European Union)
Registry Code: 17509268
PIC: 875739960