NZDSI ANNUAL CONFERENCE 2027
Te Pae Christchurch Convention Centre
August 25-28
We are delighted to invite you to Ōtautahi Christchurch, Aotearoa New Zealand, for the 2027 NZDSI Annual Conference, taking place 25 to 28 August 2027 at Te Pae Convention Centre.
We look forward to welcoming dermatologists, dermatology trainees, medical students and industry colleagues from across New Zealand and around the world for four days of excellent education and collegial connection.
The NZDSI Annual Conference is the premier gathering for dermatology in New Zealand, and we expect 180 delegates in 2027. The programme will build on the format delegates know and value: a registrar education session, an opening welcome function, industry-sponsored breakfast and cocktail sessions, and a conference dinner.
We look forward to welcoming you to Ōtautahi Christchurch for an inspiring and
memorable NZDSI 2027 Annual Conference!
Warm regards,
Dr Cristina Mello and Dr Aaron Secrest
Co-Convenors, NZDSI 2027 Annual Conference
Conference Highlights
Keynote Speakers
We are honoured to confirm our first two international keynote speakers,
with more to be announced as they are confirmed
Professor Sinéad Langan
Professor Sinéad Langan is Professor of Clinical Epidemiology and Medical Director at the London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine, and an honorary consultant dermatologist at St John's Institute of Dermatology in London. She leads an international research programme using electronic health records to generate evidence that shapes policy across skin and inflammatory diseases. She co-founded the RECORD reporting guidelines, now adopted by most major journals.
Dr Meciusela Tuicakau
Dr Meciusela Tuicakau is Director of the Pacific Dermatology Training Centre in Fiji, which he helped establish to train dermatology professionals across the Pacific region. A highly respected figure in Fijian medicine and government, he has decades of experience in the public and private health systems and previously served as Permanent Secretary for Health and Medical Services in Fiji.
Discover Ōtautahi Christchurch
Christchurch is a city reborn. Over the past decade, a remarkable cultural and architectural revival has transformed the central city, with new galleries, restaurants, riverside spaces and striking contemporary architecture. Te Pae sits within easy walking distance of the lively Riverside Market and the brand new Te Kaha stadium, one of the most impressive venues in the Southern Hemisphere.
Christchurch is also the gateway to the South Island. Mt Hutt and other excellent ski fields are just 1.5 hours away, making it ideal for extending your stay before or after the meeting.
We warmly welcome our international colleagues to join us for a first-rate educational program in a destination worth the journey.
Key Dates
11 March 2027
Abstract Submissions Open
23 March 2027
Registration Open
6 June 2027
Abstract Submissions Close
25 July 2027
Earlybird Registration Close
Conference Managers
Outshine Ltd
Address | PO Box 896, Cambridge 3450
Telephone | +64 7 823 1910
Email | jill@outshine.co.nz