Sunny San Diego to Welcome ACR Convergence 2023

“We want to bring our worldwide community the best science, the latest in clinical care and the most innovative presentations possible,” Dr. Kolasinski says. “To do that, we need everyone to submit their work.”

Abstract submission for ACR Convergence 2023 opened on April 13. General abstract submissions are open until June 8. Submitting authors will find out in late August if their abstract was accepted.

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Late-breaking abstract submission will open on Sept. 5, with a deadline of Oct. 3. Accepted abstracts will be available to view before, during and after the meeting, and published in an online supplement to Arthritis & Rheumatology.

More about abstract submission guidelines for the meeting.

An In-Person Poster Hall

ACR Convergence 2023 brings the return of the in-person poster hall, which Dr. Kolasinski describes as “the heart of the meeting. Being able to take in so much new and innovative work, showcase our trainees and junior colleagues from around the world and then unexpectedly run into old friends along the way is what makes the poster hall so special,” she explains.

“The poster hall is something everyone missed in Philadelphia, and we made sure it was a top priority for this year’s meeting,” Dr. White says.

This year, pre-recorded audio presentations from the poster presenters will not be offered. Instead, all posters will be available for viewing on the meeting website and app just prior to the opening of the in-person meeting and throughout the meeting. They will also be available on the meeting website and app over the year following the meeting. Recorded poster tours will also be available after the meeting.

Dr. White describes the poster hall as a great way for participants to showcase their research and network, whether for attendees new to rheumatology or seasoned veterans.

Networking Lounges

For the first time, this year’s ACR Convergence will include five in-

person networking lounges. “These comfortable lounge spaces are the next generation, where attendees can discuss, debate and meet for coffee at their convenience throughout the day,

without preprogrammed content,” says Dr. Kolasinski.

Attendees in the networking lounges can choose one dedicated to the following interest areas: Business of Rheumatology, Basic Science, Education & Workforce, Interprofessional Team and Pediatrics.

Those planning ACR Convergence 2023 hope this new feature will enhance the experience of coming together in San Diego, Dr. Kolasinski says.