June 25 - 29, 2010, Orlando, Florida
General Information
Abstract Book
The Scientific Sessions Abstract Book (the June 2010 Supplement to the journal Diabetes) will be provided free of charge at the meeting to all meeting registrants. Abstracts will also be available online two weeks prior to the meeting.
Poster Sessions
Each year, the best new basic and clinical science related to diabetes and its complications is presented at the Scientific Sessions. Over 1,500 posters will be available for viewing in the Poster Hall, June 26-28. All posters will remain up for three days. Poster presenters will be scheduled to be at their poster boards to discuss their research for two-hours on an assigned day.
Diabetes Education Program - Poster Session
There will be a special poster session at this year’s meeting focusing on the latest creative methods developed from successful education programs, tools and resources. Take this opportunity to learn about education ideas and innovations from your colleagues.
If you have any questions regarding the Diabetes Education Program Poster Session, please contact Stephanie Dunbar in the ADA's Clinical Affairs Department.
Interest Group Discussion Sessions
Discussion sessions provide an opportunity for attendees to discuss subjects of mutual interest. The following Interest Groups are scheduled to host sessions this year:
- Behavioral Medicine & Psychology
- Clinical Endocrinology, Health Care Delivery and Public Health
- Complications
- Diabetes in Youth
- Education
- Epidemiology and Statistics
- Exercise
- Foot Care
- Immunology, Immunogenetics and Transplantation
- Nutritional Science and Metabolism
- Pregnancy and Reproductive Health
Exhibit Hall
Plan to visit the world's largest exposition of diabetes-related products, services, and technology at the Orange County Convention Center. During ADA's Scientific Sessions, over 175 companies will showcase the newest and most innovative products and services available to health care professionals working in the field of diabetes. The exhibit hall will be open Saturday and Sunday from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. and Monday from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
*CHILDREN UNDER THE AGE OF 18, EVEN IF REGISTERED GUESTS, WILL NOT BE ADMITTED TO THE EXHIBIT HALL*
Opening Reception (Ticketed Function)
Join your colleagues for the best opening reception in 70 years—desserts, fireworks, and fun at Walt Disney World’s Epcot Center! Your ticket to the Opening Reception will include complimentary round trip shuttle bus transportation from the Orange County Convention Center to Epcot Center and back to participating hotels, a one-hour dessert reception, one complimentary drink ticket, a private viewing area for IllumiNations: Reflections of Earth, and after-hours access to the best rides in the park. Tickets will be available for purchase when you register for ADA's Scientific Sessions. The event is open to a limited number of non-registered guests. CLICK HERE for more information.
Corporate Symposia
Corporate Symposia are satellite programs that are planned and conducted by the corporate community in conjunction with the Scientific Sessions. These programs provide attendees with additional educational and informational opportunities. The program content and product information in these sessions are the sole responsibility of the corporate supporters. Registration and symposia information will be available on the website in March.