Join the nation's largest brain tumor conference.
September 8-9, 2023 | Chicago, IL and Online
Learn, engage and connect with patients and caregivers impacted by a brain tumor diagnosis.
Learn. Engage. Connect.
The ABTA National Conference is the largest educational meeting designed specifically for patients and caregivers to learn the latest advances in research, treatment and care from top brain tumor experts.
Registration is free, but space is limited. Don’t miss out!
Program Highlights
The two-day program features a slate of educational sessions, personalized breakout groups and networking. Topics include:
- Innovations in combined and targeted therapies
- Navigating finances related to brain tumor treatment
- Breakout sessions on emotional wellbeing, taking control, and caregiver support
- Managing symptoms and side effects for better quality of life
Conference Details
Location: Loews Chicago O'Hare Hotel in Illinois and online (Livestreaming available for Friday sessions only)
Registration Cost: Free
Room Block: Discounted rates available through August 11
Financial Aid: Limited scholarships available to attendees in financial need for hotel stay
Plan Your Experience
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In-person attendees will have access to Friday’s educational sessions, a luncheon to celebrate the ABTA’s 50th anniversary and an evening cocktail reception.
In-person attendees will also be able to join breakout sessions on Saturday and make personal connections with others in similar situations.
Between sessions, attendees can interact with researchers and explore their research posters.
If you are unable to attend in person, there’s another way to join the ABTA National Conference.
Watch Friday’s educational sessions live though our virtual conference platform. Saturday sessions will be available on demand after the live conference.
Virtual attendees will have an additional opportunity to join interactive chat boards with other patients and caregivers across the country.
Registration is required for virtual attendees. You will receive further details on how to access the conference platform.
Be at the heart of the National Conference by booking your room at Loews Chicago O’Hare Hotel, located just a few minutes from O’Hare Airport.
Group rates are available for Wednesday, September 6 – Saturday, September 9 until capacity is reached.
Reserve your room by August 11 to receive the discounted rate.
Financial assistance is available but limited for conference attendees who meet certain qualifications. Those awarded will have one night of hotel costs covered at Loews.
To be considered, please complete this form no later than August 1. Applications will be reviewed until scholarship funds run out.
Those who apply will be notified of their application status via phone or email within 10 business days from receipt of the completed application.
Review eligibility criteria for scholarships.
COVID-19 Safety: The ABTA recognizes that COVID-19 is a serious and fluctuating situation and is committed to providing a safe and healthy environment for all attendees. The ABTA is closely monitoring the situation and is dedicated to following the CDC guidelines at the time of the event as well as the state, local, and hotel requirements to be mindful of the health and safety of our attendees.
Meet Our Conference Chairs
Susan M. Chang, MD
James K. C. Liu, MD
*COVID-19 Safety: The ABTA recognizes that COVID-19 is a serious and fluctuating situation and is committed to providing a safe and healthy environment for all attendees. The ABTA is closely monitoring the situation and is dedicated to following the CDC guidelines at the time of the event as well as the state, local, and hotel requirements to be mindful of the health and safety of our attendees.
Questions? Contact ABTA Patient Services at info@abta.org or call our CareLine at 800-886-2282 during weekday business hours.
Thank You To Our Sponsors!
