We are pleased to announce that registration is now open for the 2026 ECD Global Alliance Medical Symposium in Birmingham, Alabama. This important annual event brings together clinicians, researchers, and medical professionals dedicated to advancing the understanding and treatment of Erdheim-Chester disease (ECD).
Event Schedule & Location
Venue: Marnix E. Heersink Conference Center
University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB)
Location: Birmingham, AL
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 Medical Symposium
The 2026 Symposium will feature expert-led presentations, panel discussions, and case reviews covering the latest developments in ECD care and research, including:
- Advances in targeted therapies
- Updates in diagnostic imaging and pathology
- Insights from current clinical trials and research efforts
- Multidisciplinary approaches and case-based discussions
- Opportunities for cross-institutional collaboration
This symposium provides an essential platform for expanding clinical expertise and strengthening the global network of professionals committed to improving outcomes for ECD patients.
Registration Is Now Open
We invite you to register and participate in this year’s important educational gathering.
Early bird registration is available until February 1, 2026.
More Information
Additional details are available here.
For questions, please contact support@erdheim-chester.org.
We look forward to welcoming you to Birmingham and to another year of meaningful collaboration in advancing ECD care and research.
Sincerely,
The ECD Global Alliance