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When you purchase a ticket, you are helping to fuel our mission
to protect people living with TSW; promote research to prove
that TSW is real; and prevent this dreadful condition from
happening to others in the future. Thank you!

You deserve answers

Living with TSW or eczema means navigating a world of conflicting advice. It's a lonely road of trial and error, testing products, diets and other approaches that promise relief but so often end in disappointment.

What if you could take the confusion out of these conditions? What if there were a place where the few medical experts who truly understand TSW and eczema shared their wisdom, where leading researchers spoke, and where people who really get it came together to support one another?

Welcome to the Healing the Skin We're In Summit – a safe, empowering event for anyone traversing this difficult condition. This event is for those living with TSW or eczema along with their caregivers and families. We will have special programming for kids ages 2 and up, along with sessions specifically for teens and young adults.

It's not too late!

Buy virtual tickets to watch the main seminar session recordings.

Summit Seminars – $40

An Event Unlike Anything else

Most medical appointments last fifteen minutes.
This event offers over 10 hours of deep-dive
education, community, and hope.

Clarity

Get the latest TSW, eczema and allergy findings directly from researchers. Understand the "why" behind your symptoms – from the mechanics of the itch at a cellular level, to the latest diagnostic markers.

Knowledge

Explore the skin-body connection. Learn how gut health, liver support, stress mitigation, sleep, light, and other aspects of health are vital components of a long-term healing strategy.

Connection

Hear from practitioners who truly understand what you're dealing with, as well as individuals who have been through the fire of TSW and want to show you healing can happen to you too.

It's not too late!

Buy virtual tickets to watch the main seminar session recordings.

Summit Seminars – $40

Seminar Recordings

What topics are covered?

Day 1

Science & Innovation


Day 1 dives into the latest clinical breakthroughs, biomarker discoveries, and cutting-edge itch research defining the future of TSW and skin disease treatment. Get groundbreaking updates straight from leading medical researchers and dermatologists.

Day 2

Pathways to Healing


Day 2 equips you with the tools to take control of your recovery journey. Explore actionable healing strategies from every angle—from deep-dive panel discussions on Western, Integrative, Naturopathic, and Eastern medicine to real-life patient stories, mental health support, and community advocacy.

TSW Summit

It's not too late!

Buy virtual tickets to watch the main seminar session recordings.

Summit Seminars – $40

Meet our confirmed speakers

Practitioners that actually get TSW

Dr. Peter Lio

Dr. Peter Lio

Dr. Lio is known for his compassionate approach, blending the best of conventional medicine with evidence-based natural therapies.

Dr. Ian Myles

Dr. Ian Myles

As a Principal Investigator at the NIH, Dr. Myles brings cutting-edge insights into how our condition has manifested at a cellular level.

Dr. Sarah Chisholm

Dr. Sarah Chisholm

An expert in the "itch" sensation. Dr Chisholm will break down the latest research on why the skin reacts and how to calm the nervous system.

Olivia Friedman

Olivia Friedman

Olivia is leader in TCM Dermatology, providing a much-needed Eastern perspective on cooling inflammation and herbal support.

Laura Wheeler

Laura Wheeler

As a Clinical Naturopath and TSW survivor, Laura provides evidence-based nutritional and herbal strategies to address the internal drivers of chronic skin conditions.

Destiny Davis

Destiny Davis

As a Licensed Professional Counselor, Destiny utilizes somatic and acceptance-based therapies to help patients navigate the relational and emotional trauma of chronic illness.

Dr. Xiu-Min Li

Dr. Xiu-Min Li

A leading expert in integrative immunology, Dr. Li bridges ancient wisdom with modern science. She will present clinical evidence and specific protocols for TCM "triple therapy," providing a clear roadmap of formulations and milestones for those navigating TSW.

Rakhi Roy

Rakhi Roy

Licensed Registered Dietitian and "Gut Skin Nutritionist," Rakhi Roy specializes in supporting the skin from within. Having navigated her own journey with TSW and eczema, she provides evidence-based guidance on "food freedom" and gut-centered protocols to help patients heal without restrictive dieting.

Anna E. Mazzucco

Anna E. Mazzucco

A Harvard-trained PhD and the Director of NIAMS, the institute dedicated to skin disease research, Anna brings a decade of NIH leadership in research initiatives for complex health crises.

Melody Hartzler

Melody Hartzler

Melody is a pharmacist who specializes in functional medicine, disease management, and hormone balance, utilizing her personal gut-healing experience to help patients.


Your friends from ITSAN & TSW Community Leaders

Kelly Barta

Kelly Barta

Having battled TSW for 5 long years, Kelly now leads ITSAN and has a fantastic breadth of knowledge and understanding to share.

Sarat Pothuri

Sarat Pothuri

Sarat brings a unique parent-carer perspective, having helped her teenage daughter through TSW, learning much along the way.

Kathy Tullos

Kathy Tullos

A registered nurse and former ITSAN President, Kathy cared for her toddler while he endured TSW and brings her experience to the mix.

Angela Tiru

Angela Tiru

As a Psychology Professor and TSW caregiver, Angela explores the mind-body connection to help families build resilience against the psychological toll of navigating TSW.

Chi Villenas

Chi Villenas

A dedicated TSW advocate, patient expert and founder of Flaunt Your Flare, Chi shares her lived experience to foster community and awareness. She offers a relatable perspective on navigating the daily realities of withdrawal, providing tips on symptom management and the mental resilience needed for the healing journey.

Natalie Wright

Natalie Wright

A prominent TSW advocate, Natalie documented her journey traveling to Thailand for specialized Cold Atmospheric Plasma (CAP) therapy. She provides the community with firsthand insights into innovative healing modalities and the milestones of recovery after chronic steroid use.

Brandon Hipps

Brandon Hipps

Brandon is a 27-year-old TSW advocate from Florida, six years into recovery. Having navigated withdrawals from multiple eczema treatments, he uses his voice to share his journey, foster connection, and encourage strength and resilience within the TSW community.

Briana Banos

Briana Banos

Briana is a filmmaker, performer, and TSW advocate whose journey began in 2015. She created the documentaries Preventable (2019) and Still Preventable (2024), and is pursuing advanced documentary studies in Edinburgh, using storytelling to amplify patient voices and drive awareness, reform, and holistic healing.

Reva Vaddi

Reva Vaddi

Reva is a 17-year-old student from Massachusetts, passionate about dance, singing, and healthcare volunteering. Having experienced TSW firsthand, she is a dedicated advocate, sharing her story to raise awareness and ensure patients feel seen, supported, and empowered throughout their healing journey.

Jessica Morrison

Jessica Morrison

Jessica is a Central Indiana real estate broker and fine artist who blends creativity with connection. A dedicated TSW advocate, she advances awareness through legislative efforts, research support, and provider education, working to strengthen patient protections and improve outcomes for those navigating TSW.

Clare Crawley

Clare Crawley

Best known for her appearance on The Bachelorette, Clare raises awareness of TSW by sharing her personal journey with the condition and offering hope of healing.

Empress Ayrial Griffin

Empress Ayrial Griffin

Empress managed severe eczema for decades and navigated TSW. Today she supports people with sensitive skin through advocacy and her work in developing healthy skin products.

Stephanie Philpot

Stephanie Philpot

A lifelong eczema warrior who overcame TSW, Stephanie founded the Eczema Sample Store to provide curated, non-irritating product options tailored for sensitive skin.

It's the event I wish I had!

"When I first developed TSW, I felt lost and alone. I had no idea what was happening to my body, where to turn to for help, or if the suffering would ever come to an end.

Fast-forward 12 years and I'm in a position to help others find something I never had: answers, insights, and a roadmap forwards.

While we do not yet have a cure for TSW, there is much we can do to relieve symptoms and cultivate the mental fortitude, habits, and outlook that truly aids healing."

Kelly Barta
Kelly Barta
TSW Survivor & ITSAN President

Get answers

Understand TSW and how to manage systemic sensitivities

Make a plan

See the body holistically, and cultivate the habits you need to heal

Find hope

When the confusion is taken away, you'll feel the weight of skin issues lessen

It's not too late!

Buy virtual tickets to watch the main seminar session recordings.

Summit Seminars – $40

It's not too late!

Buy virtual tickets to watch the main seminar session recordings.