The ECD Global Alliance is pleased to announce that registration is now open for the 2026 Medical Symposium, held at the Marnix E. Heersink Conference Center at the University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB).
Early bird registration is available until February 1, 2026.
This annual professional event brings together clinicians, researchers, and medical specialists from diverse fields to share the latest advancements in Erdheim-Chester disease (ECD) research, diagnosis, and treatment.
Event Details
Location:
Marnix E. Heersink Conference Center
University of Alabama at Birmingham — Birmingham, AL
Event Schedule:
- Patient & Family Gathering: April 30, 2026
- Medical Symposium: May 1, 2026
- Care Center Meeting: May 2, 2026
Hosted by:
• The ECD Global Alliance
• The UAB School of Medicine
About the Symposium
Attendees will hear from leading experts across hematology, oncology, radiology, pathology, and other specialties involved in ECD research and clinical care. Sessions will explore:
- Innovations in targeted therapies
- Advances in diagnostics and imaging
- Current research findings and clinical trial insights
- Complex case studies and multidisciplinary strategies
- Opportunities for collaborative research and clinical partnerships
This symposium is designed to elevate clinical knowledge, strengthen cross-specialty networks, and advance the future of ECD care.
We invite all medical professionals involved in rare disease, oncology, hematology, pathology, imaging, and related fields to join us.
Early bird registration is available until February 1, 2026.
More Information
Full event details can be found at erdheim-chester.org.
Questions? Contact support@erdheim-chester.org.
We look forward to welcoming you to Birmingham for this important collaborative event.