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IV International Congress of the Mongolian Society of Dermatologists Opens in Ulaanbaatar
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Ulaanbaatar, August
25, 2025 /MONTSAME/. "IV International Congress Dermato-Venereological Society of Mongolia" took place in Ulaanbaatar, focusing on advancing
skin health through new technologies and international collaboration on August 21-24, 2025.
Held every four years, the Congress aims to introduce cutting-edge technologies, enhance the quality of life for patients with skin diseases, and promote professional exchange. The program features hands-on workshops, scientific presentations, and practical training in hair transplantation, all organized in collaboration with international experts.
Advisor to the Government of Mongolia, Doctor of Medical Science, Professor, and Chairwoman of the Mongolian Society of Dermatologists, A. Tsogtsetseg, noted, “As the Society marks its 65th anniversary, we are holding this Congress with the participation of more than ten scientists and professors from five continents, who have presented and discussed their research. The field of dermatology is focusing primarily on introducing telemedicine, remote diagnostics, and artificial intelligence technologies.”
Professor Jean L. Bolognia, a distinguished author of internationally recognized dermatology reference books, delivered a presentation after arriving from the United States. Efforts are also being made to introduce training in laser treatment and hair transplantation in Mongolia with the participation of foreign specialists. Professor Jean L. Bolognia additionally lectured on overcoming psychological distress caused by skin diseases and fostering a positive approach in doctor–patient relations.
Professor Mohammed Jafferany of Central Michigan University, Saginaw, USA, presented on the impact of skin diseases on mental health. Professor Mohammed Jafferany highlighted the co-occurrence of anxiety, depression, and certain psychiatric disorders with dermatological conditions and shared research on how mental health issues affect hair loss and hair disorders, fostering professional exchange with Mongolian doctors.
More than 100 types of skin diseases are diagnosed worldwide, and apart from tropical diseases, most also occur in Mongolia. Rare hereditary conditions are prevalent, while allergic skin diseases are more common. Studies indicate that 1–2 percent of the population suffers from some form of skin disease.
It is worth noting that the Mongolian Society of Dermatologists has contributed significantly to population growth through seven nationwide health campaigns aimed at preventing sexually transmitted infections, helping increase the population from 500,000 to 3.5 million.
