Every year on June 25, people around the world come together to recognize World Vitiligo Day—a day dedicated to raising awareness, promoting understanding, and supporting individuals living with vitiligo. Throughout my years as a dermatologist, I have met many patients with vitiligo. Some avoid wearing short sleeves because of their skin changes.Some lose confidence because of how others perceive them.Others spend years searching for answers before finally finding effective t

In recent years, an increasing number of patients with vitiligo have asked a similar question during clinic visits: "Doctor, I read online that taking high-dose vitamin D can treat vitiligo. Is that true?" Parents of children with vitiligo often ask as well: "Since vitamin D supports the immune system, would taking more vitamin D help the white patches improve?" Vitamin D is indeed closely related to immune regulation and skin health. However, it is important to understand th

No One in My Family Has Vitiligo—Why Did I Develop It? Understanding Vitiligo Through the Lens of Epigenetics One of the most common questions I hear in the vitiligo clinic is: "Doctor, no one in my family has vitiligo. Why am I the only one who developed it?" Many patients then follow up with another concern: "Will my children inherit vitiligo in the future?" These questions reflect a common misconception—that vitiligo is simply a hereditary disease. The reality is more comp

✨ A Note from the Conference I recently attended the Spring Scientific Meeting of the Laser and Photonics Medicine Society, where I also had the honor of serving as a session chair.The conference brought together diverse perspectives to explore an important theme: “photonics-driven regeneration and repair.” 🔬 Exosomes: Promising, Yet Still Under Investigation One of the most discussed topics at the meeting was exosomes .Their applications now extend across skin regeneration,

Repigmentation is Not the End of the Journey In clinical practice, a common question arises among patients who have successfully achieved repigmentation: "Now that the color is back, am I cured?" According to Dr. Chau Yee Ng (MD, PhD) , Director of the Vitiligo Pigment Research Center at Chang Gung Memorial Hospital, treating vitiligo is not merely about restoring color—it is about maintaining stability. Vitiligo is a chronic condition, and "repigmentation" does not always eq

"Dr. Ng, are these white spots on my arm Vitiligo?" This is one of the most common questions asked in our clinic. The appearance of white patches on the skin often triggers anxiety, with many patients assuming they have developed an autoimmune condition. However, our Center Director, Dr. Chau Yee Ng, MD, PhD , emphasizes a crucial fact: "White spots are not always Vitiligo." Two Stories, Two Different Diagnoses Dr. Ng shares two clinical cases that highlight the critical imp

"Why me?" "Did I do something wrong?" In our clinic, we often hear these questions from patients. Living with Vitiligo or Atopic Dermatitis (Eczema) is not just a physical challenge; it often brings significant emotional stress and self-doubt. We believe that treating skin conditions requires more than just medication—it requires holistic understanding and care. Therefore, we are delighted to invite you to our upcoming event on Saturday, December 20th : "The Skin Health Diar

The 51st Annual Meeting of the Taiwanese Dermatological Association (TDA) has successfully concluded. This year, our Center Director, Dr. Chau Yee Ng, MD, PhD , was highly honored to be invited as a co-chair for the "Pigmentary Disorders Session" alongside Professor Cheng-Che Lan from Kaohsiung Medical University. The session featured a distinguished lineup of international experts, including Prof. Itefat Hamzavi (USA), Prof. Marwa Abdallah (Egypt), and Prof. Jung Min Bae

June 2025 has been a meaningful and inspiring month for the Vitiligo and Pigment Center (VIPC). In addition to organizing the World...

In celebration of World Vitiligo Day on June 25, 2025 , Dr. Charlene Chau Yee Ng was invited to join the live broadcast of the “Listen...