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At ACFAS 2023, we know it’s not all about education. It’s also about the opportunity to share ideas, make new connections, and catch up with old colleagues. Below are just some of the many ways you can do that at ACFAS 2023!

Wednesday, February 8

  • Residency Directors Forum
    12:30 - 6:30 pm
    Register with your ACFAS 2023 registration.


Thursday, February 9

  • Poster Grand Rounds—Meet Scientific Poster Authors 12:30 - 2:00 pm
    • Don’t miss the profession’s largest scientific poster display with award-winning research studies from around the world. Authors are encouraged to be at their display to answer questions.
    • Scientific Committee Choice Award
      Scientific poster presenters are invited to present their posters to the Annual Scientific Committee and vie for the Scientific Committee Choice Award to be announced during the awards ceremony.

       

  • Resident and Student Networking (invitation-only) 5:15-6:15 pm at the Los Angeles Convention Center
    Sponsored in part by ABFAS 
    • Just for invited residents and students. You’ll meet with ACFAS and ABFAS Board members and also meet your new professional peers. Don’t miss the great food, beverages, and prize drawings.

  • Welcome Reception 5:15 - 6:15 pm
    Sponsored in part by In2Bones

    • Relax and reconnect with your colleagues before heading out to dinner. Meet and greet classmates, colleagues, and new friends, while enjoying an assortment of great food, beverages, and music.

Friday, February 10

  • ACFAS Honors and Awards Ceremony 12:00 - 1:00 pm
    • Congratulate your colleagues who win Manuscript, Poster, Honor, and Merit Awards. The year’s best research that offers award-winning solutions will be recognized. In addition, new Fellows will be presented their College keys and the 2023-2024 Board of Directors will be introduced. 
  • Poster Grand Rounds—Meet Scientific Poster Authors 1:00 - 2:00 pm
    • Don’t miss the profession’s largest scientific poster display with award-winning research studies from around the world.  Authors are encouraged to be at their display to answer questions.


Saturday, February 11

  • Fellowship Breakfast Fair 6:30 - 7:30 am
    Do you want to learn more about the 60 fellowship programs holding ACFAS status? Here’s your chance! Grab a coffee and breakfast and chat with various program directors and current fellows. This year’s event is generously sponsored by PICA.
  • Wrap Party 7:00 pm
    • Rock out with friends and colleagues Saturday evening at the GRAMMY
      Museum! Conveniently located in L.A. LIVE. Join us for food, drinks, music, and the opportunity to check out select museum exhibits.