

Prof Lluís Puig
Professor Lluís Puig is Director of Dermatology at the Hospital de la Santa Creu i Sant Pau, Barcelona, Spain, and Professor of Dermatology at the University of Barcelona, Spain.
For over 15 years, Professor Puig’s clinical research has focused on the treatment of psoriasis with biological agents. He has worked on over 85 clinical trials and research projects, primarily as the principal investigator.
Professor Puig also serves on several editorial boards and has published over 300 papers in journals such as The New England Journal of Medicine, Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology, and British Journal of Dermatology.
He is a member of multiple national and international scientific societies, has been a member of the board of directors of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology (EADV), and is co-Chair of the Psoriasis Task Force of the EADV, Member of the GRAPPA Education and Steering Committees, and Board Member of the International Psoriasis Council.

Use of imaging in HS management
Transformative role of ultrasound and magnetic resonance imaging in HS management, and how AI-driven technologies may enhance disease characterisation

Evidence-based approach to medical management based on the European guidelines for HS
Latest evidence-based strategies for effective HS medical management including antibiotics and biologic therapy

Informed decisions for effective HS management
Different HS phenotypes and disease severity scores: their role in informing management decisions

The role of surgery in HS management: Optimising patient results
Surgical management of HS, through minor procedures to more complex interventions

Recognising HS symptoms: Diagnosis and what you need to know
Key criteria for diagnosing HS, common misdiagnoses and how AI can be used to assess disease severity

Taking a holistic approach: HS and its comorbidities
HS often presents with comorbidities extending beyond the skin. A holistic approach is essential for effective HS management