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The American Thyroid Association is the leading organization focused on thyroid biology and the prevention and treatment of thyroid disorders through excellence and innovation in research, clinical care, education, and public health. Earn CME credits, hear innovative talks on clinical topics, participate in interactive sessions, develop professionally with state-of-the-art information, and meet with friends and colleagues.
Join over 1,200 THYROID clinicians, investigators and healthcare professionals from around the world to hear the latest clinical and basic science research on thyroid disease at the 2026 Annual Meeting of the American Thyroid Association (ATA) on November 4-7, 2026. The ATA Program Committee led by Sara Ahmadi, MD and Michael W. Yeh, MD will develop a program consistent with the excellence for which the ATA is known. The ATA meeting is designed for the community of endocrinologists, internists, surgeons, basic scientists, nuclear medicine scientists, pathologists, trainees, nurses, physician assistants and other health care professionals who wish to broaden and update their knowledge of the thyroid gland and its disorders.
Program
PRE-MEETING
Endocrine Neck Advanced Ultrasound Course
Wednesday, November 4 | 7:00 AM – 4:00 PM
This advanced ultrasound course is designed for practitioners with experience in neck ultrasound technique and interpretation. The curriculum emphasizes clinically relevant topics in head and neck sonography, with lectures focused on subtle and complex imaging findings. Additional registration required.
Introduction to Interventional Endocrinology
Wednesday, November 4 | 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
This course will cover the current landscape related to ablative therapy for thyroid disease and nodules. Indications, techniques for success and avoidance and management of complications will be discussed. Additional registration fee required to attend
Ridgway Trainee Conference & Reception
Wednesday, November 4 | 8:30 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Join your colleagues for the 2026 E. Chester Ridgway Trainee Conference! This full-day event, featuring lectures on thyroid disease and cancer, takes place on November 4th in Philadelphia as part of the Annual Meeting. ATA Trainee and Early Career members can attend for free when registered for the full conference. Nonmembers are encouraged to join the ATA to attend for free or pay a small fee to attend.
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Hotel Headquarters
Philadelphia Marriott Downtown
1201 Market Street (guest entrance at 1200 Filbert Street)
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
The 2026 Annual Meeting of the American Thyroid Association will take place at Philadelphia Marriott Downtown. Located at City Center, the Philadelphia Marriott Downtown makes the entire city easily accessible, from the history of Independence Hall to delicious discoveries at Reading Terminal Market. Enjoy the sites of Philadelphia while it celebrates its 250th anniversary. The 2026 Annual Meeting will be a unique and enriching experience both inside and outside of the scientific sessions for attendees and guests alike.