Abbreviation SSDDS | Formation 1989 | |
Type Scientific Society (non-profit) President Dr. Omar Abdul Aziz Al-Sheikh | ||
The Saudi Society of Dermatology and Dermatologic Surgery (in Arabic الجمعية السعودية لأمراض وجراحة الجلد), commonly abbreviated as SSDDS, (formerly The Saudi Society of Dermatology and Venereology), is a scientific organization that was established in 1989; to unite dermatologist and venereologist in Saudi Arabia to contribute their experiences and research for the development of healthcare solutions to skin diseases facing the citizenry in the country and other dermatologic related issues.
Dr. Sami Al Sogair has been attributed to the foundation of the society, who also stands as its president since 1989 until 1994.
In 1994, an SSDDS election installed Dr. Omar Abdul Aziz Al-Sheikh as president and holds this post up to present.
Activities
The 13th National Symposium of the SSDDS was held on 30–31 December 2009.