International Pemphigus Pemphigoid Foundation

Research - By leveraging the strength of this community, the IPPF actively encourages research to better understand pemphigus and pemphigoid. Through decades of building relationships with those diagnosing and treating these diseases, the IPPF is in a unique position to represent the patient voice to researchers and pharmaceutical companies searching for new treatments and therapies.

Education for Healthcare Professionals - Through professional and student education, we create a broader awareness and deeper understanding of the patient journey among healthcare professionals. This directly addresses problems of delayed diagnosis and unclear treatment protocols, with the goal of improving patient outcomes and quality of life.

Policy and Advocacy - Active community engagement creates a unified voice of the patient that cannot be ignored by legislators, decision-makers, and other partners in the rare disease space. The IPPF amplifies this voice to advocate for relevant policies and initiatives that will improve the quality of life for people affected by pemphigus and pemphigoid.