| Date & Time (IST) | Session Title & Agenda | Speaker | Chairperson |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wednesday, Oct 1, 2025 8:00 – 9:00 PM IST 2:30 – 3:30 PM GMT 4:30 – 5:30 PM CEST | A Systematic Approach to the Diagnosis and Management of Chronic Pruritus | Dr. Fernandes Lobo Pereira, Manuel Head of Healthcare Research, Charité – Universitätsmedizin Berlin, Institute of Allergology | Dr. Bankim N Desai |
| Friday, Oct 3, 2025 8:00 – 9:00 PM IST 2:30 – 3:30 PM GMT 4:30 – 5:30 PM CEST | The First Encounter: A Guide to Allergy Patients | Dr. P K Vedanthan Clinical Professor of Medicine, University of Colorado | Dr. Namisha Patel |
| Friday, Oct 24, 2025 8:00 – 9:00 PM IST 2:30 – 3:30 PM GMT 4:30 – 5:30 PM CEST | Ocular Allergy: A Clearer View | Dr. Sayan Basu Director, Prof. Brien Holden Eye Research Centre (BHERC) & Centre for Ocular Regeneration (CORE), LV Prasad Eye Institute | Dr Jitnedra Jethani |
| Monday, Nov 3, 2025 8:00 – 9:00 PM IST 2:30 – 3:30 PM GMT 3:30 – 4:30 PM CET | The Itch Unveiled: Decoding Urticaria | Dr. Frank Siebenhaar Head of university outpatient clinic, Institute of Allergology IFA, Charité – Universitätsmedizin Berlin | Dr. Shabbir Chikani |
| Thursday, Nov 6, 2025 8:00 – 9:00 PM IST 2:30 – 3:30 PM GMT 3:30 – 4:30 PM CET | An Integrated Approach to Allergies and Asthma | Dr. P K Vedanthan Clinical Professor of Medicine, University of Colorado | Dr. Anuj Shukla |
| Friday, Nov 14, 2025 8:00 – 9:00 PM IST 2:30 – 3:30 PM GMT 3:30 – 4:30 PM CET | Skin Deep: Advances in Atopic Dermatitis | Professor Dr. Hugo Philemon S. Van Bever Yong Loo Lin Sch Of Medicine, Paediatrics, Singapore | Dr. Vishnu Sharma |
| Monday, Nov 17, 2025 8:00 – 9:00 PM IST 2:30 – 3:30 PM GMT 3:30 – 4:30 PM CET | Asthma: A Comprehensive Approach to Diagnosis and Phenotype-driven Management | Dr. Vinay Mehta, MD FAAAAI Allergy & Asthma Associates of Southern California | Dr Raj Bhagat |
| Wednesday, Nov 19, 2025 8:00 – 9:00 PM IST 2:30 – 3:30 PM GMT 3:30 – 4:30 PM CET | Chronobiology of Allergic Disease | Dr. P K Vedanthan Clinical Professor of Medicine, University of Colorado | Dr. Ripal Shah |
| Thursday, Nov 20, 2025 8:00 – 9:00 PM IST 2:30 – 3:30 PM GMT 3:30 – 4:30 PM CET | The Mast Cell Maze: Diagnosing and Managing MCAD | Dr. Frank Siebenhaar Head of university outpatient clinic, Institute of Allergology IFA, Charité – Universitätsmedizin Berlin | Dr. Piyush Joshi |
| Friday, Nov 21, 2025 8:00 – 9:00 PM IST 2:30 – 3:30 PM GMT 3:30 – 4:30 PM CET | Food Allergy: From Basic Mechanisms to Practical Clinical Guidance | Dr. Vinay Mehta MD, FAAAAI, Allergy & Asthma Associates of Southern California | Dr Vishad Vishwanath |
| Tuesday, Nov 25, 2025 8:00 – 9:00 PM IST 2:30 – 3:30 PM GMT 3:30 – 4:30 PM CET | Beyond the Swelling: Understanding Angioedema | PD Dr. med. Thomas Buttgereit Charité – Universitätsmedizin Berlin Institute of Allergology | Dr Anupam Wakhlu |
| Friday, Dec 5, 2025 8:00 – 9:00 PM IST 2:30 – 3:30 PM GMT 3:30 – 4:30 PM CET | When Remedies Rebel: Demystifying Drug Allergies | Professor Dr. Jason Trubiano Director Department of Infectious Diseases & Immunology, Austin Health | Dr. Sapan Pandya |
| Friday, Dec 12, 2025 8:00 – 9:00 PM IST 2:30 – 3:30 PM GMT 3:30 – 4:30 PM CET | Breathe Easy: Conquering Allergic Rhinitis & CRSwNP | Dr. Philippe Gevaert, MD, PhD Professor of Rhinology and Allergy, Ghent University, Belgium | Dr. Puja Srivastava |
| Friday, Dec 19, 2025 8:00 – 9:00 PM IST 2:30 – 3:30 PM GMT 3:30 – 4:30 PM CET | Skin on Fire: Tackling Severe Cutaneous Adverse Reactions (SCARS) | Dr. Mariona Pascal Universitat de Barcelona | Dr. Alpana Parmar |
| Friday, Jan 2, 2026 8:00 – 9:00 PM IST 2:30 – 3:30 PM GMT 3:30 – 4:30 PM CET | The Sting and the Storm: Insect Venom & Mast Cell Disorders | Dr. Adriana Le Clinical Immunologist, Head of Immunology and Allergy Unit, Royal Hobart Hospital | Dr. Manish Bavaliya |
| Friday, Jan 9, 2026 8:00 – 9:00 PM IST 2:30 – 3:30 PM GMT 3:30 – 4:30 PM CET | The Eosinophil Enigma: From EGIDs to Systemic Impact | Dr. Frank A Redegeld, PhD Associate Professor at Utrecht University, Netherlands | Dr. Himanshu Pathak |
| Wednesday, Jan 14, 2026 8:00 – 9:00 PM IST 2:30 – 3:30 PM GMT 3:30 – 4:30 PM CET | An Indian Lens on Allergy | Dr Neeraj Gupta Allergist, Ped. Intensivist & Sleep Medicine Specialist Delhi | Dr. Jignesh Usdadiya |
| Friday, Jan 23, 2026 8:00 – 9:00 PM IST 2:30 – 3:30 PM GMT 3:30 – 4:30 PM CET | Back to Basics: The Core Immunology of Allergy | Dr. Cezmi Akdis Director SIAF, University Zurich, Editor-in-Chief, ALLERGY | Dr Vikas Agarwal |
| Friday, Jan 30, 2026 8:00 – 9:00 PM IST 2:30 – 3:30 PM GMT 3:30 – 4:30 PM CET | Immunizations & allergy | TBA | Dr Reena Sharma |
Expanded Workshop Framework & Schedule
Date: Friday, 6th February 2026
Venue: Crown Plaza, Ahmedabad, Gujarat, India
Workshop 1: Allergy Diagnostics & Therapeutics
This workshop provides a comprehensive, full-day immersion into the core practical skills required for a successful allergy practice, from initial diagnosis to advanced therapeutic interventions.
Module A: Diagnostic Essentials (9:00 AM – 1:00 PM)
This module focuses on building a strong foundation in modern allergy testing, moving from theory to practical, hands-on application.
| Time | Session Title | Format | Key Topics & Learning Objectives |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9:00 – 9:30 AM | Introduction to Allergy Diagnostics | Lecture | Principles of in-vitro testing: Allergen-specific IgE. |
| 9:30 – 10:00 AM | Component Resolved Diagnostics (CRD) | Lecture | Understanding and interpreting advanced CRD tests for precise diagnosis. |
| 10:00 – 10:30 AM | In-Vivo Diagnostics: Skin Prick Test (SPT) | Lecture | Principles, indications, and contraindications of SPT. |
| 10:30 – 11:00 AM | In-Vivo Diagnostics: Patch Test | Lecture | Principles and application of patch testing for contact dermatitis. |
| 11:00 – 11:30 AM | Networking & Tea/Coffee Break | Break | |
| 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM | HANDS-ON SESSION: SPT & Patch Testing | Practical | Supervised, hands-on practice performing and interpreting SPT and Patch Tests. Includes worksheets and algorithm-based approaches. |
| 12:30 – 1:00 PM | Diagnostic Case Studies & Q&A | Interactive | Discussion of clinical cases to consolidate diagnostic learning. |
Module B: Therapeutic Strategies (2:00 PM – 6:00 PM)
This module covers the spectrum of modern allergy treatments, from established immunotherapies to cutting-edge biologics.
| Time | Session Title | Format | Key Topics & Learning Objectives |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2:00 – 3:00 PM | Allergen Immunotherapy (AIT) | Lecture | SCIT & SLIT protocols, patient selection, choosing allergens, dosage, and prescription writing. |
| 3:00 – 4:00 PM | Biologics in Allergic Disease | Lecture | Understanding the role and application of monoclonal antibodies in treating severe allergic conditions. |
| 4:00 – 4:30 PM | Allergoids in Modern Practice | Lecture | Exploring the use and benefits of modified allergen extracts. |
| 4:30 – 5:00 PM | Networking & Tea/Coffee Break | Break | |
| 5:00 – 5:45 PM | Newer & Emerging Therapeutics | Lecture | An overview of the latest advancements, including novel therapies like Sensimunne. |
| 5:45 – 6:00 PM | Therapeutics Q&A & Closing Remarks | Interactive |
Workshop 2: Advanced Lung Function Testing
This is a focused, full-day workshop on the practical application of lung function tests for diagnosing and managing asthma and other allergic airway diseases.
| Time | Session Title | Format | Key Topics & Learning Objectives |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9:00 – 10:00 AM | Spirometry: The Cornerstone of Lung Assessment | Lecture & Demo | Performing and interpreting spirometry (FVC, FEV1). Identifying obstructive and restrictive patterns. |
| 10:00 – 11:00 AM | Oscillometry (IOS/FOT): Beyond Spirometry | Lecture & Demo | Measuring airway resistance and reactance. Use in patients unable to perform spirometry. |
| 11:00 – 11:30 AM | Networking & Tea/Coffee Break | Break | |
| 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM | FeNO: Measuring Airway Inflammation | Lecture & Demo | Understanding FeNO as a biomarker. Hands-on practice with FeNO devices and interpreting results. |
| 12:30 – 2:00 PM | Asthma Management: An Integrated Approach | Case-Based | Integrating Spirometry, Oscillometry, and FeNO in clinical scenarios. Case studies on diagnosis and management. |
| 2:00 PM Onwards | Lunch |
What to Expect From Each Session
Day 1: Saturday, 7th February 2026
| Time (IST) | Topic | What to Expect |
|---|---|---|
| 9:00 – 10:00 AM | Session 1: Allergic Rhinitis | A case-based, interactive session to consolidate diagnostic and management skills for complex or refractory allergic rhinitis presentations. |
| 10:00 – 11:00 AM | Session 2: Atopic Dermatitis | Through expert-led panel discussions, tackle challenging cases of atopic dermatitis, focusing on advanced treatment options and long-term control. |
| 11:00 – 11:30 AM | Networking Tea/Coffee Break | A chance to network with colleagues and speakers over refreshments. |
| 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM | Session 3: Food Allergy | An immersive session using real-world scenarios to explore nuances in food allergy diagnosis, including the role of CRD and oral food challenges. |
| 12:30 – 1:30 PM | Lunch & Networking | Enjoy a catered lunch while continuing discussions and making new connections. |
| 1:30 – 2:30 PM | Session 4: Eosinophilic Disorders | A deep dive into the practical management of EGIDs. Panelists will discuss real-world evidence for current and emerging therapies. |
| 2:30 – 3:30 PM | Session 5: Mast Cell Activation Disorders | A problem-based learning session focused on differentiating MCAS from its mimics and developing effective, individualized treatment plans. |
| 3:30 – 4:00 PM | Networking Tea/Coffee Break | Recharge with coffee and tea while networking with peers. |
| 4:00 – 5:00 PM | Session 6: Urticaria/Angioedema | Tackle the management of chronic spontaneous and inducible urticarias that are refractory to standard therapies through interactive case discussions. |
| 5:00 – 6:00 PM | Session 7: Drug Allergy | A practical, case-based session on applying drug allergy evaluation principles in a hospital setting, including risk stratification and de-labeling protocols. |
Day 2: Sunday, 8th February 2026
| Time (IST) | Topic | What to Expect |
|---|---|---|
| 9:00 – 10:00 AM | Session 8: Preoperative Anaphylaxis | A critical session for all clinicians, focusing on identifying potential risks and developing a protocol for managing anaphylaxis in the perioperative period. |
| 10:00 – 11:00 AM | Session 9: Contact Dermatitis | Beyond the basics, this session will use complex cases to explore challenging allergens, patch test interpretation pitfalls, and management strategies. |
| 11:00 – 11:30 AM | Networking Tea/Coffee Break | A brief break for refreshments and networking before the final sessions. |
| 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM | Session 10: SCARS | An expert panel will discuss the nuances of managing severe cutaneous adverse reactions, including corticosteroid and IVIG use, based on real-world cases. |
| 12:30 – 1:30 PM | Panel: Integrating Allergy into Your Practice | A practical, interactive forum where experts share their experiences and answer questions on setting up and running a successful allergy practice. |
| 1:30 – 2:00 PM | Valedictory Function & Closing Remarks | Concluding thoughts and a summary of the key takeaways from the conclave. |
| 1:30 PM Onwards | Lunch & Departure | Conclude the conclave with a final networking lunch before departure. |