The SkinVet Symposium 2026

India’s first dedicated companion animal specialty seminar — a single day of clinician-led learning, conversation and exchange.

11 October 2026

Cuffe Parade, Mumbai

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A symposium,
not a conference

The SkinVet Symposium 2026 is a single-day, clinician-led specialty seminar designed to bring together some of India’s most dedicated veterinary professionals for meaningful learning, discussion and exchange.

Unlike large-scale conferences built for broad audiences, this symposium has been intentionally curated. Every speaker, panel and attendee has been selected to encourage deeper conversations around clinical practice, emerging challenges, and the future of specialty veterinary medicine.

DAY

08+

SPEAKERS

DISCIPLINES

WHY SHOULD YOU ATTEND

Four reasons to be in the room.

Peer-Led
Learning

Learn directly from specialists shaping the future of companion animal practice in India.

Interdisciplinary Perspectives

Gain insights that extend beyond dermatology — pain, oncology, ophthalmology and more.

Meaningful Clinical Conversation

Participate in intimate discussions designed to challenge and refine your clinical thinking.

High-Quality Networking

Connect with practitioners, specialists and thought-leaders in a deliberately curated room.

Event Flow

Timings	Session
09:15 AM	Delegates Arrive + Morning Refreshments
10:00 AM	Symposium Introduction
10:15 AM	Dr. Fiona Lee - Clinical Talk - Navigating Dermatology & Therapeutics
11:30 AM	Panel Discussion #1 - Chronic Pain Management in Small Animals
12:30 PM	Networking Lunch
01:30 PM	Dr. Fiona Lee - Non Clinical Talk - Cross-Cultural Challenges in the Veterinary Landscape
02:15 PM	Regulatory Talk by Dr. Fiona Lee on ISCAID Guidelines
02:45 PM	Panel Discussion #2 - Responsible Use of Antibiotics in Small Animals
03:45 PM	Closing Words and Thank You
04:00 PM	High Tea

Symposium Visionary

Dr. Divyashree Somani, DVM MRCVS; Veterinary Dermatology; Member ESVD & AIVD

Driven by a passion for advanced veterinary dermatology, Dr. Diu Somani (DVM MRCVS) pursued specialized training at London’s Royal Veterinary College. She founded The SkinVet in Mumbai, India’s first companion animal dermatology clinic for complex conditions. Dr. Diu is dedicated to elevating the entire standard of pet healthcare in India.

Dr. Divyashree Somani skinvet specialist for dogs and cats

Featured International Speaker

Dr. Fiona Lee, VMD, MBA, DACVD

Board-Certified Veterinary Dermatologist · Diplomate, American College of Veterinary Dermatology (ACVD).

Leading sessions on

Navigating Dermatology & Therapeutics

Cross-Cultural Challenges in the Veterinary Landscape

ISCAID Guidelines & Responsible Clinical Practice

Panel Speakers & Moderators.

Antibiotics Panelists

Dr. Pooja Marwaha

TopDog Pets Clinic

Dr. Radhika Sarkar

Mighty Paws

Dr. Yash Savla

Superpets

Dr. Aakash Vedpathak

The Eye Vet

Chronic Pain Management Panelists

Dr. Nikita Pujari

Superpets

Dr. Nameeta Nadkarni

The Cancer Vet

PROGRAMME

Topics & Discussions

(01) Clinical Dermatology & Therapeutics

Practical approaches to diagnosis, treatment planning, and managing complex dermatological cases in dogs and cats.

(02) Chronic Pain Management in Small Animals

A multidisciplinary discussion on recognising, assessing, and managing chronic pain to improve patient outcomes and quality of life.

(03) Responsible Antibiotic Use in Veterinary Practice

Exploring antimicrobial stewardship, emerging challenges, and the role of evidence-based prescribing in companion animal medicine.

(04) ISCAID Guidelines & Clinical Decision-Making

Understanding current recommendations and how they translate into everyday veterinary practice.

(05) Cross-Cultural Challenges in the Veterinary Landscape

A broader perspective on communication, client expectations, and navigating an increasingly global veterinary profession.

(06) The Future of Specialty Veterinary Medicine in India

Conversations around collaboration, knowledge sharing, and the evolving role of specialty practice in advancing standards of care.

WHO SHOULD YOU ATTEND

A room built for serious clinicians.

Practising veterinarians

Companion animal clinicians

Veterinary specialists

Veterinary surgeons

Postgraduate veterinary students

Delegate Passes

Reserve your seat.

Veterinary Professionals & Students

~~₹3,500~~ ₹2000 +GST

You save ₹1,500 (43% off)

Early Bird Offer valid till 31st July

Full-day access

All five sessions

Networking lunch

Symposium kit