Edvard Munch, 1893, The Scream, oil, tempera and pastel on cardboard, National Gallery of Norwa

Our international society is dedicated to advancing the field of iconodiagnosis, which involves the retrospective medical analysis of artworks to identify clinical signs suggestive of medical disorders and diseases. Iconodiagnosis sits at the intersection of paleopathology, pathography, the history of medicine and diseases, and the history of art. It serves to enhance our understanding of paleomedicine by shedding light on pathologies that may have existed in specific historical periods. Furthermore, it offers a unique and engaging approach to medical education and skill enhancement.

Iconodiagnosis includes not only dermatology/skin, but all medical specialties and organs.