Prof. Eleftheriadou reflects on what drew her to dermatology, the advances transforming patient care, and her hopes for more effective vitiligo treatment.Â
We are delighted to welcome Prof. Viktoria Eleftheriadou to the Editorial Board of our flagship journal, touchREVIEWS in Dermatology.
Prof. Eleftheriadou is a Consultant Dermatologist and the Lead for the Vitiligo Clinic and Research service for adult and pediatric patients at Walsall Healthcare and The Royal Wolverhampton NHS Trusts, UK.
She frequently presents at national and international conferences and currently leads several national and international projects, including the Global Vitiligo Atlas (GLOVA), a project of the International League of Dermatological Societies (ILDS), for which she serves as co-director.
Prof. Eleftheriadou is also a Clinical Professor at the Institute for Global Health and Wellbeing, School of Medicine, Keele University, and has received multiple awards from the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology (EADV), the British Association of Dermatologists (BAD) and the American Academy of Dermatology (AAD).
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To officially welcome Prof. Eleftheriadou to the Editorial Board and get to know her a little better, we invited her to reflect on what drew her to dermatology, the achievements that have surprised her most, and the innovation she would most like to see in everyday practice.
What drew you to your chosen specialty?
Since medical school, I was drawn to dermatology because of its unique combination of clinical variety, continuity of care, and visual impact. I enjoy managing a broad spectrum of conditions, from skin cancer to complex inflammatory diseases, while caring for patients across all stages of life, from infants to the elderly.
What I find most rewarding is seeing the visible improvement in a patient’s skin and confidence, often within a relatively short period of time, and knowing the meaningful difference this can make to their everyday life.
What experiences in your career to date have surprised you most?
One of the most surprising aspects of my career has been how quickly dermatology continues to evolve, particularly with advances in biologic therapies and dermatological surgery. It has been rewarding to be part of a specialty where innovation can so rapidly transform patient care.
I have also valued the opportunities to influence research and clinical trials on a global level, mentor junior colleagues, and work within multidisciplinary teams, all of which have been highlights of my career so far.
If you could bring one innovation instantly into everyday practice, what would it be?
If I could bring one innovation instantly into everyday practice, it would be a universally effective and accessible treatment for vitiligo. Although significant advances have been made in recent years, we still have a long way to go.
An effective treatment that could reliably halt disease progression and restore pigmentation would not only improve physical outcomes but also have a meaningful emotional and psychological benefit for hundreds of thousands of patients.
What is one small thing that always brightens a busy working day for you?
Genuine moments of appreciation can be incredibly rewarding and serve as a reminder of the meaningful impact dermatology can have on patients’ lives.
Cite: Advancing vitiligo are: Prof. Viktoria Eleftheriadou joins the touchDERMATOLOGY Editorial Board. touchDERMATOLOGY. August 12, 2026.
Disclosures: This content has been developed independently by Touch Medical Media for touchDERMATOLOGY in collaboration with Prof. Eleftheriadou. Views expressed are the speaker’s own and do not necessarily reflect the views of Touch Medical Media.
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