(BPT) - Incyte is accepting nominations for its Vitiligo Innovators Program (VIP)™. VIP recognizes individuals for their extraordinary efforts in bringing understanding, compassion and strength to the vitiligo community.

If you know someone who falls under one of the following categories, they may be eligible:

  • Healthcare Innovator: Healthcare professional, such as a nurse, physician assistant, doctor or biologic coordinator, who provides exceptional care or education for people with vitiligo.
  • Rising Innovator: Promising resident, medical student, researcher or early career physician (up to 10 years post-residency) who has significantly contributed to advancing the understanding of vitiligo or disease management.
  • Community Innovator: Advocate or non-medical individual who has made a positive impact by supporting or caring for people with vitiligo.

You can review complete eligibility criteria and submit a nomination at VitiligoInnovatorsProgram.com.

The deadline for nominations is October 29, 2026. Nominate an individual today and watch 2025 Rising Innovator recipient Dr. Kristin Tissera share how she's making a difference for people affected by vitiligo.

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