The activities of the society can be grouped under the following broad headings:
• Communication
• Advisory
• Representation
• Conferences and Seminars
• Technical Courses
• Liaison
- ASDV disseminates information about significant developments concerning the dermatology industry.
- ASDV guides the industry in matters relating to drug import-export policies, ethics and interventions.
- ASDV represents the industry's viewpoint to the members Government authorities at the Central and State levels.
- ASDV conducts regional, national conferences and seminars focusing on current matters.
- ASDV organizes refresher courses and diploma courses with the co-operation of academic and training institutions. These courses help in improving the technical knowledge of practitioners who are associated with the industry.