DermaCompass
EDF DIGITAL EDUCATION PLATFORM
The clinical reference for everyday dermatology practice.
DermaCompass is the EDF's dedicated digital platform — combining a structured clinical handbook, validated image gallery, AI-assisted search, and the EDF webinar library for healthcare professionals.
PLATFORM
DermaCompass
Operated by Swiss4ward in partnership with the European Dermatology Forum — built for everyday clinical decision support.
Handbook
Structured diagnoses
Image gallery
Validated clinical images
AI assistant
Ask DermaCompass AI
ICD-11
Coded diagnoses
Evidence-based tools for clinical practice
All content is developed in collaboration with EDF member experts and aligned with current European dermatology standards.
Clinical handbook
Structured diagnosis guide with evidence-based clinical pathways, differential diagnosis support, and step-by-step treatment guidance.
Image gallery
High-resolution, validated clinical images for all diagnoses — collected from dermatology institutions worldwide, across diverse skin types and Fitzpatrick classifications.
Ask DermaCompass AI
An AI-powered assistant supporting clinical questions and navigation through the DermaCompass knowledge base — grounded in validated dermatology content.
Medication directory
All dermatological medications with dosages, administration, monitoring requirements, and links to the drug compendium — with ICD-11 coding for all diagnoses.
EDF webinar library
Live and on-demand recordings of EDF webinars, featuring internationally recognised experts addressing emerging topics in dermatology and venereology.
Fast, intelligent search
Find diagnoses, treatments, and images in seconds. The DermaCompass search engine processes every query for the most clinically relevant result.
Free access for healthcare professionals
Scientific exchange, accessible anywhere
EDF webinars bring together internationally recognised experts to discuss recent scientific developments, clinical evidence, and practical implications for patient care. All recordings are available on DermaCompass.
EDF Webinar Series — all recordings available on DermaCompass
A long-term partnership for digital dermatology education
DermaCompass is developed and operated by Swiss4ward GmbH (Zürich, Switzerland) in close collaboration with the European Dermatology Forum. Content is developed and reviewed by EDF member experts, and the platform is built to the highest standards of data protection — hosted in Switzerland and the EU.
DermaCompass is accessible on any device without installation, and free to register for all healthcare professionals.
PLATFORM DETAILS
Operated by
Swiss4ward GmbH, Zürich, Switzerland
In partnership with
European Dermatology Forum (EDF)
Euroderm Excellence
Access
Free registration for healthcare professionals
Available on
All devices — web-based, no installation required