HCU Network America's 5th patient-expert conference will be held on July 10-12, 2026, in Philadelphia, PA. This event brings together patients, parents, relatives, medical professionals, researchers, and industry reps to collaborate and advance the future of HCU in a city renowned for its spirit of innovation and unity. Registration is now open!
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HCU Network America's inaugural Scientific Symposium will be held on July 10, 2026, in Philadelphia, PA, as part of the organization's 5th Patient-Expert Conference (July 10-12, 2026). This event will bring together medical professionals, researchers, and industry reps to collaborate and advance the future of HCU in a city renowned for its spirit of innovation and unity. Registration is now open!
Pricing includes all meals.
Highlights include:
We’re inviting researchers, clinicians, and industry partners to submit abstracts for our 2026 Poster Session at It’s a Family Affair.
Help move the HCU community forward by sharing your work.
We are accepting abstracts on:
🗓 Deadline: April 30, 2026
📍 Philadelphia | July 10–12, 2026
Submit your poster abstract here.
Please note: accepted abstract authors will need to register as a medical professional or industry.
For questions, email: research@hcunetworkamerica.org
The hotel and conference will be held at the Sonesta Philadelphia Rittenhouse Square Hotel. We have negotiated a discounted room rate of $189.00 plus tax per night (single/double) at this hotel. Reservations are available on a first-come, first-served basis and are valid until Wednesday, June 17, 2026, or until the blocks are filled. This block may fill up quickly, so be sure to make your reservation early.
Learn about the Conference Speakers
Learn about the Conference Speakers
We offer a Kids Zone, with programs for 3-6, 7-11, and 12+. We ask that all children be potty-trained in order to attend. Children under 3 are welcome, but must have a guardian with them at ALL times.
A detailed schedule will be available soon!
By air: The is only 7 miles from Philadelphia International Airport.
By train: The hotel is a 15-minute walk from the 30th Street Station. Alternatively, you can take the Septa 11 Trolley from the train station to the hotel.
By car: The hotel offers valet parking for $56 per night from Sunday to Thursday and $52 per night on Friday and Saturday. All guests will receive 25% off valet parking.
Our exhibit hall will be open and available during conference hours, with attendees able to access your booth information all day. Showcase your products, services, research, and technologies for our participating patients, parents, caregivers, and other medical professionals in attendance.
Interested in Exhibiting or Sponsoring? View the Exhibitor Prospectus
Questions? Contact Us!
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