Dr. Tasleem Arif, a dermatologist working at Dar As Sihha Medical Center in Dammam, has been honored with the prestigious “Imrich Sarkany Non-European Memorial Scholarship” at the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology Congress-2023, held in Berlin, Germany.
The EADV Congress, the largest European dermatology conference and one of the world’s most prominent gatherings of dermatologists, attracted more than 15,000 dermatologists from over 50 countries. Dr. Arif’s recognition amidst a distinguished group of 12 young dermatologists from non-European countries is a testament to his exceptional contributions to the field of dermatology.
The award, bestowed solely based on scientific merit, acknowledges Dr. Arif’s achievements, including an impressive portfolio of more than 140 published research articles including several book chapters, and scientific presentations. His dedication to research has led to groundbreaking discoveries, including the “Tasleem’s water jet sign,” a simplified technique for administration of botox for axillary hyperhidrosis, and an innovative technique for measuring graft area in vitiligo surgeries.
Dr. Arif is one of the co-authors for Melasma Severity Index, a novel melasma scoring system that has received national recognition. His passion for scleroderma research has resulted in more than 25 dedicated publications. As a lead author, his and a colleague’s work on esophageal involvement in systemic sclerosis and morphea has been acknowledged by the New England Journal of Medicine in their Journal Watch.
Dr. Arif’s contributions to dermatology extend beyond his research endeavors. He actively serves as a reviewer for numerous top-impact dermatology journals and holds editorial positions on over 25 medical journals. He is the winner of the title World Champion-2019 in Dermatology (Scleroderma) recognized by the International Agency for Standards and Ratings. His commitment to knowledge-sharing is further exemplified by his role as editor-in-chief of the upcoming book “Morphea and Related Disorders” by Bentham Science Publishers.
Dr. Arif’s achievements have not only benefited the dermatology community in Saudi Arabia but have also brought international recognition to the country’s advancements in the field. His work has featured in several medical and dermatology journals. He is a member of several dermatology associations like EADV, IADVL, ISPD, PDS, ACSI, CDSI, HRSI, IASSTD and AIDS, NSI, CODFI.
“Receiving this prestigious award at the EADV Congress is an immense honor and a reflection of the dedication and passion I have for dermatology,” said Dr. Arif. “I am incredibly grateful for this recognition and will continue to strive for excellence in my research, clinical practice, and contributions to the field.”
