Attendees of the 2007 ACR Annual Scientific Meeting will find much that is familiar, but also a few surprises, like the introduction of a case-based clinical symposium scheduled opposite a plenary session to provide more variety and options for clinicians, and improved electronic syllabi. These are just two examples of the thought that has gone into redesigning the meeting to match the needs of the rheumatology community.
I would like to thank the 2007 planning committee volunteers for their dedication and enthusiasm, particularly Brian Mandell, MD, who led the process. It would be remiss of me not to acknowledge Richard Furie, MD, who led the planning process from 2004 to 2006. Dr. Furie set a high bar of achievement and excellence. See the box at left for the entire list of 2007 annual meeting planning committee members.
If you have not attended an ACR annual meeting recently, I encourage you join us in Boston this November. You will find sessions and colleagues who will challenge and impress you. If you have attended every meeting in the last 20 years, I guarantee that the 2007 annual meeting will surpass your expectations.
I look forward to seeing you in Boston.
Dr. Birnbaum is president of ACR. Contact him via e-mail at [email protected].
