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Rare Diseases and Orphan Products Breakthrough Summit
October 21-22, 2019 in Washington, D.C.

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As technology in rare disease accelerates, and with topics like drug pricing being a top priority in government, we must act now to drive innovation and collaboration to develop stronger resources, better outcomes and find cures for the community. In 2019, we believe The Time is Now to prioritize action in making positive changes for the millions of Americans living with rare diseases.

Why You Should Attend

  • Timely topics including drug pricing, advancements in technology and more
  • Hours of networking opportunities with rare disease innovators
  • 6 breakout sessions
  • Expansive poster session

2019 Poster Session

Year after year, the NORD Rare Summit poster exhibit continues to grow. In 2018, close to 100 posters were presented to 800+ attendees. Now is your chance to be a part of the action in 2019! The lead authors of the top three posters selected by the review committee will be eligible to receive a complimentary registration to attend the Summit.

If you have conducted rare disease or orphan product research studies or public health projects, we invite you to submit a poster abstract by August 2. You will be notified by August 30 if your abstract is selected.

Poster Submission Deadline: Friday, August 2
Poster Guidelines
Submission Form

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"It was because of me attending the Rare Summit that I was able to get the ball rolling with NIH GARD to update the web page for COL6A CMD. The power of NORD - bringing stakeholders together to make things happen!"

-Ohio State Ambassador for NORD's Rare Action Network , Charlene York

"Leaving this conference, I couldn’t help but feel that I had joined a rare disease family I never knew I had."

-Patient Advocate, Chris Anselmo

"Inspiring and informative. I was brought to the realization that though I may feel my ‘disease’ is the only one – there are many who have their own struggles."

-Research Nurse III, Cincinatti Children’s Hospital Medical Center

"The NORD Summit was the singular opportunity that I have had to interact and network with others from patient orgs dealing with rare diseases. I learned as much in the networking breaks as I learned in the sessions. I leave with new knowledge I don’t think I could have gained anywhere else."

-Director of Research, Hemophilia Federation of America

"Fantastic meeting of all the relevant stakeholders."

-Senior Director , Medical Affairs, Cytokinetics, Inc.

"Incredibly valuable meeting to connect stakeholders, share information and provide inspiration and motivation."

-Sanofi-Genzyme

"Great conference! I am excited to get back to my organization and work on some projects inspired by the information that was shared."

-President & CEO, EDSers United

"For both ATOF and myself, attendance to last year's Summit changed our nonprofit and put us years ahead in research and collaborations with our medical partners. It is imperative that we are able to participate again this year. We are saving lives because of you!"

-A Twist of Fate

Key Contacts

General Inquiries|events@rarediseases.org Registration|NORDReg@meetingexpectations.com
Sponsorship|amoore@rarediseases.org 
Summit Code of Conduct|Media Guidelines

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