What does IPC mean in COUNCIL

The International Psoriasis Council (IPC) is a non-profit organization dedicated to improving the lives of those living with psoriasis and psoriatic arthritis. We work to promote international collaboration through research, education, and advocacy activities in order to better understand, treat, and manage these conditions.

The IPC provides resources, support and programs for people with psoriasis and psoriatic arthritis around the world. This includes patient education materials, information about clinical trials and treatments, advocacy on behalf of patients, networking opportunities with other patient groups, and partnering with institutions to increase knowledge about these diseases.

Anyone who is interested in advocating for people living with psoriasis or psoriatic arthritis can join the IPC! Our members are clinicians from all specialties related to skin care, researchers from many different disciplines including biology and genetics, patients passionate about making a difference in their own lives as well as others through their involvement in research projects or patient experiences.

Membership offers access to a wealth of resources related to psoriatic diseases. Resources include access to scientific publications on new treatments or discoveries; participation in research projects that are being conducted by the IPC or by our partners; discounted prices on educational materials such as books and pamphlets; invitations to conferences focusing on various topics related to these diseases; networking opportunities; guidance when searching for treatment options; support from other members who understand what it’s like living with these chronic conditions; and much more!

Unfortunately no. The IPC does not have a financial assistance program but we do strive to make treatments available via research projects or clinical trials as much as possible so that access is maximized worldwide. Additionally, we offer resources that may help you locate publicly funded treatment programs in your area so that you may take advantage of those services if necessary.

No there is not an age limit requirement for joining the IPC! We welcome members of all ages who share our vision of improving lives affected by this condition through international collaboration. Whether you’re young or old we invite you join us!

Yes! The IPC has chapters located throughout Europe, Asia Pacific, Africa & Middle East, North America and Latin America & Caribbean regions which each focus on providing localized psoriatic disease information specific to their geographic area. It's an excellent way for individuals living within those areas find support from one another and participate in initiatives dedicated towards advancing knowledge regarding these conditions worldwide.

Leadership at IPC consists of medical professionals specializing in dermatology as well as a variety of other disciplines involved in understanding skin disorders such as rheumatology or immunology—as well as patients affected by this condition who bring real-world experience into decision making process. Our leadership team works hand-in-hand with patient representatives whose expertise ensures that patient input is taken into consideration when designing any new program or initiative.