The European Paediatric Association (EPA) is a pan-European scientific association which is the Union of National European Paediatric Societies and Association (EPA-UNEPSA). The main objective of EPA-UNEPSA is to encourage scientific co-operation between not-for-profit National European Paediatric Societies/Associations and between European paediatricians working in primary, secondary and tertiary paediatric care in Europe, in order to promote child health and comprehensive paediatric care.
Founded 50 years ago, it now represents 50 National European Paediatric Societies and Associations and operates on a non-profit basis. Its General Assembly is made by the Presidents of the major national pediatric societies active in the Nations of geographic Europe, and currently represents more than three-quarters of all European countries, working closely with the major international organizations, including WHO, UN, EMA and the Council of Europe. Since its foundation in 1976 in the St Sophia Children’s Hospital in Rotterdam, Holland, in its role as prominent European paediatric organization, EPA-UNEPSA has typically encouraged education of patients, families and care givers by translating specialistic knowledge to generalists, and worked to improve the quality of paediatric patient care in all European countries including both member and non-member states of the European Union, by adequate clinical research and by implementing research into practice.
A fundamental part of EPA-UNEPSA role as a pan European association of 50 member societies is to understand and embrace diversity, and to foster the exchange of experiences and cooperation amongst paediatricians in Europe, enabling the members of the national European pediatric societies and associations to exchange experiences and share best practices, in the spirit of “learning across borders and languages”.
✔️Recent Advances in Atopic Dermatitis
This session will explore the latest research, clinical trials, and emerging therapies for managing atopic dermatitis. Experts will provide insights into the evolving understanding of the disease’s pathophysiology, new treatment modalities, and promising innovations in the field.
✔️First Approach to Atopic Dermatitis in Primary Care
Aimed at primary care pediatricians and general practitioners, this lecture will focus on early recognition, diagnosis, and management of AD in primary care settings. Practical guidelines on when to refer patients to specialists and how to effectively communicate treatment plans with families will be discussed.
✔️Psychological and Educational Interventions for AD
Atopic dermatitis significantly impacts the quality of life of both patients and their families. This session will address the psychological aspects of living with AD, strategies for supporting mental health, and the role of educational programs in empowering patients to manage their condition.
✔️Recent Advances in Atopic Dermatitis
This session will explore the latest research, clinical trials, and emerging therapies for managing atopic dermatitis. Experts will provide insights into the evolving understanding of the disease’s pathophysiology, new treatment modalities, and promising innovations in the field.
✔️First Approach to Atopic Dermatitis in Primary Care
Aimed at primary care pediatricians and general practitioners, this lecture will focus on early recognition, diagnosis, and management of AD in primary care settings. Practical guidelines on when to refer patients to specialists and how to effectively communicate treatment plans with families will be discussed.
✔️Psychological and Educational Interventions for AD
Atopic dermatitis significantly impacts the quality of life of both patients and their families. This session will address the psychological aspects of living with AD, strategies for supporting mental health, and the role of educational programs in empowering patients to manage their condition.
✔️Q&A Session: Meet the Experts – Do’s and Don’ts in AD Management
Attendees will have the opportunity to ask questions directly to leading experts in the field of atopic dermatitis. The session will provide practical advice, covering the most common treatment mistakes and successful interventions for managing AD in clinical practice.
✔️Hands-on Workshop: Integrative Medical Approach to Allergies and AD
The goal of the workshop is to give practical knowledge to primary care pediatricians for the treatment of atopic dermatitis with integrative medical approach. This practical workshop will allow participants to learn how to incorporate lifestyle interventions, complementary therapies, and holistic care approaches into traditional medical treatment plans for improved patient outcomes.
As part of the conference, there will be held an Expert Class on Allergies and Atopic Dermatitis, and additionally, a Masterclass on Scientific Writing and Publishing: How to Write a Paper.
Expert Class on Allergies and Atopic Dermatitis will provide deeper insights into the connection between allergies and atopic dermatitis. Experts will thoroughly discuss common allergic triggers, diagnostic challenges, and effective approaches to treating these conditions in small group of participants.
Masterclass on Scientific Writing and Publishing: How to Write a Paper is designed for healthcare professionals and researchers interested in writing and publishing scientific papers. This workshop will help attendees improve their scientific writing skills and contribute to the professional literature in the fields of dermatology and allergy.
The conference, masterclass, and expert class are accredited and provide points for license renewal for physicians.
By participating in these sessions, attendees will earn continuing education credits that contribute to the renewal of their medical licenses, ensuring they stay up to date with the latest advancements in the field while fulfilling professional requirements.
The conference will bring together the most prominent lecturers in the fields of pediatrics, allergology, dermatology, and clinical nutrition, who will share their knowledge and experiences on the topics of allergies and atopic dermatitis through lectures and interactive workshops.
Full Professor of Pediatrics, President, Union of National European Pediatric Societies and Associations (EPA/UNEPSA)
Full professor of Pediatrics and Neonatology at the University of Siena, Italy, Editor-in-Chief, Global Pediatrics, Elsevier Publisher London
Assistant professor researcher in pediatric allergy at the University of Florence and Meyer Children’s Hospital, visiting lecturer and researcher in pediatric allergy at King’s College London, member of European Academy of Allergology and Clinical Immunology – EAACI.
Honorary President of the European Academy of Allergology and Clinical Immunology – EAACI, who is a pediatric clinician expert in atopic dermatitis and coordinating the European group for clinical management of this condition by general pediatricians.
Vice-President and future President of the European Confederation of Primary Care Pediatricians, ECPCP
Primary care paediatrician from France, member of the French Association of Ambulatory Paediatrics (AFPA) as well as a delegate to the European Confederation of Primary Care Paediatricians (ECPCP)
MSc, PhD University Children Hospital Zagreb, Clinical nutritionist, ESPGHAN – AHP member, Quality of Care, Task force member, ESPEN dietitian member and Croatian gastroenterology, hepatology and nutrition society member
PhD, neonatology, Institute for Mother and Child Health Care of Serbia, Associate Professor of Pediatrics at Faculty of Medicine, University of Belgrade, President of the Perinatal Society of Serbian Medical Association and Vice president of the Section for Neonatology of the Association of Pediatricians of Serbia.
Full Professor of Dermatovenerology at Faculty of Medicine, University of Belgrade, Clinic for Dermatovenerology, University Clinical Center of Serbia
Full professor of Pediatrics at Faculty of Medicine University of Belgrade, University Children’s Clinic, Belgrade, Serbia
Dermatovenerology specialist, active in clinical studies, ongoing trainee in pediatric dermatology at Sestre milosrdnice University Hospital Center Zagreb
Specialist in dermatology and venereology, subspecialist in pediatric dermatology, cognitive behavioral therapist, Clinic for Children’s Diseases Zagreb
MD, PhD, Research Associate, Pediatrician-Neonatologist working at Department of Neonatology, Obstetrics and Gynecology Clinic Narodni Front, Belgrade, Serbia, General Secretary of the Perinatal Society of Serbian Medical Association.
Psychologist, ongoing trainee in cognitive-behavior therapy. Currently employed at dermatology department at UHC Sisters of Charity in Zagreb. Member of Croatian psychology chamber.
