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Meeting Information for Attendees

The American College of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology's Annual Scientific Meeting will take place in Boston, Massachusetts, on October 24-28, 2024 with the theme, "Advancing Allergy/Immunology Discovery." The goal is to bring you the best education and science as it applies to clinical areas of allergy and immunology care, as well as ideas for new, more diverse and customized approaches to practice.

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Admission by Badge Only

Admission to all meeting rooms and the exhibit area will be by badge only. This rule will be strictly enforced by security guards at all entrances. Note: Children under 12 are not admitted to the exhibit area.

Badge Designations
Blue = Member/Fellow Physicians
Purple = Non-member Physicians
Green = Nurses/Allied Health
Lime = Fellows-in-Training/Residents/Students
Orange = Non-Physicians
Red = Technical Exhibitors
Teal = Spouses/Guests
Lt Orange = Media
Fuchsia = Staff

Alliance

The Alliance Committee is hosting a variety of social events and programs for registered spouses and guests throughout the Annual Meeting. The Alliance programs will be at the Sheraton Boston Hotel. The Hospitality Suite will be open from 8:00 - 10:00 am on Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

Annual Meeting App

Maximize your time at the meeting with the free ACAAI Annual Scientific Meeting app. Check the schedule, connect to Q&A, and more. The 2024 meeting app is now available - search your favorite app store for "ACAAI Annual Meeting."

Audience Response System (ARS)

Sessions designated as ARS use our audience response system. To participate, select ARS from the meeting app menu or go to acaai.cnf.io. Select the session and the poll will appear when activated by the speaker.

Boston Information

Discover what there is to see and do in Boston, and explore contemporary dining and activity options.

Child Care Services

Note: Children under 12 are not admitted to the exhibit area. Please contact the concierge at the hotel where you are staying for a list of bonded independent babysitters and babysitting agencies.

CAP Review Recordings

The College's CAP Review program has been helping prepare allergists for Part 3 MOC since the advent of the ABAI's Continuous Assessment Program (CAP) in 2018. The CAP Review is offered to all ACAAI 2024 Annual Scientific Meeting Registrants at no cost. The pre-recorded CAP Review presentations will become available on the College Learning Connection website in October.

Coat/Luggage Check

Located in the Main Lobby - 1st Level (across from Hall A).
Hours:

  • Thursday: 6:45 am - 6:00 pm
  • Friday: 6:45 am - 6:30 pm
  • Saturday: 6:45 am - 8:15 pm
  • Sunday: 6:45 am - 6:15 pm
  • Monday: 7:00 am - 1:00 pm
College Resource Center

Stop by the College Resource Center, located on the second floor by Registration in Hynes Convention Center, to get connected and learn about ongoing College resources, programs, Vision Forward, The Allergists' Foundation and more.

In addition, you can learn more about what's available in the College Learning Connection and Practice Management Center.

Hours:
Friday: 2:00 - 6:00 pm
Saturday: 9:00 am - 4:30 pm
Sunday: 9:00 am - 1:30 pm

Credit Claiming

For your convenience, the College will be using an online evaluation and credit claiming system for the 2024 Annual Scientific Meeting. This system will allow you to complete evaluations and claim credit for sessions attended. Log in using your last name and ACAAI ID number. After completing the evaluation, you will be able to save and/or print your certificate.

Kiosks to claim credit during the meeting will be located on the second floor of the Hynes Convention Center.

Disclaimer

The primary purpose of the ACAAI Annual Scientific Meeting is educational. Information, as well as technologies, products and/or services discussed, is intended to inform participants about the knowledge, techniques and experiences of specialists who are willing to share such information with colleagues. A diversity of professional opinions exist in the specialty and the views of the College disclaim any and all damages to any individual attending this conference and for all claims that may result from the use of information, technologies, products and/or services discussed at the conference.

Doctors' Job Fair

Looking for new opportunities, an associate for your group or a buyer for your practice? The Doctors' Job Fair brings together all interested parties seeking or offering professional opportunities.

This unique program is scheduled on Saturday, October 26 from 11:30 am - 3:00 pm in Hall A at Hynes Convention Center. Representatives of clinics, groups and physicians' offices looking for associates will be among those conducting interviews, which will be held in semi-private draped booths.

Education Program

All Education Program sessions are held at the Hynes Convention Center.

Hours
Thursday*: 8:00 am - 5:45 pm
Friday: 8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Saturday: 7:40 am - 4:30 pm
Sunday: 8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Monday: 8:00 am - 12:30 pm
*Separate fee for attendance

Emergency

In the event of an emergency at Hynes Convention Center, please call Security at 617-954-2111 from your mobile phone. Advise the location and nature of the emergency. In a medical emergency, dial 911, but also notify Security.

ePoster Day! Meet the Authors

All ePosters accepted for the ACAAI 2024 Annual Meeting will be showcased in one dynamic afternoon.

Join us on Friday, October 25 from 2:00 - 6:00 pm in Hall A for an afternoon of research and refreshments!

Interact with research and medically challenging cases abstract authors to discuss their research methodology and conclusions during scheduled 10-15 minute presentations.

Evaluation / Credit Claiming System

How to log in:

  • Go to annualmeeting.acaai.org
  • Click the 2024 Claim Credit button at the top of the homepage
  • Log in using your last name and ACAAI ID number
Exhibit Hours

Hours
Friday, October 25: 2:00 - 6:00 pm
Saturday, October 26: 9:00 am - 4:30 pm
Sunday, October 27: 9:00 am - 1:30 pm

Exhibit Hall Passport Contest

Here's a fun way for you to visit your favorite booths - the Exhibit Hall Passport Contest! Participate for a chance to win one of five Amazon gift cards. The contest will begin Friday at 2:00 pm and end on Sunday at 1:30 pm. See details and participating exhibitors on the flyer in your registration bag.

The Allergists' Foundation

The Allergists' Foundation, the College's philanthropic arm, funds research that aims to remove barriers to allergy care, improve patient care, improve patient health outcomes and ensure the well-being of our communities.

Handouts

Session handouts are available for download online at annualmeeting.acaai.org.

Late-breaking Abstracts

These impactful presentations, featuring the latest information on clinical research, will be presented in the Distinguished Industry and Late-breaking Oral Abstract sessions on Saturday, October 26 from 4:30 - 6:00 pm.

Health & Safety

ACAAI strongly encourages attendees to be up to date with their COVID-19 vaccinations in time for the 2024 Annual Scientific Meeting, as per CDC guidelines. If attendees are exhibiting any symptoms prior to their departure for the Annual Meeting or while in Boston, they should test for COVID-19 and not participate if the test shows a positive result.

CDC and state and local recommendations or requirements for Boston will be in effect at the time of the meeting.

Masks are welcome but not required. Anyone who wishes to wear a mask is welcome to do so, and their decision should be respected.

Housing and Travel

Make your hotel and flight arrangements for the Annual Meeting through our trusted housing agent and travel partner.

Livestream Program

ACAAI will broadcast designated sessions through our Livestream platform. All Livestream sessions will occur at the in-person Annual Meeting and will be streamed in real time. Registration for Livestream sessions provides access to 19 different 90-minute sessions of ACAAI 2024 Annual Scientific Meeting content, providing up to 28 hours of CME Credits.*

Livestream registrants are able to participate in real time, including Q&A with the session faculty. Visit Livestream Program for more details. All times are Eastern Time.

*Includes the Thursday Program and Friday Annual Literature Review sessions, which must be purchased separately.

Lost and Found

Please check at the Registration desk on the Second Level of Hynes Convention Center for any lost or found items.

Meeting On Demand

The recorded educational sessions from the 2024 Annual Meeting will be hosted on the College Learning Connection website. On Demand courses will be available to all registrants a few weeks following the meeting. Go to annualmeeting.acaai.org/ondemand.cfm for more information

Networking Goes Viral: #ACAAI24

Be a part of the Annual Meeting conversation! Use #ACAAI24 in your meeting-related social media posts, and follow the College on X (formerly Twitter) @ACAAI and on Threads @allergy_acaai. Also share Facebook posts from facebook.com/TheACAAI.

Non-CME Corporate Forums

These non-CME commercial presentations and promotional sessions are organized by industry and designed to enhance your meeting experience. These sessions are open to all meeting attendees.

Non-CME Corporate Forums are scheduled before sessions on Friday, Saturday and Sunday at Hynes Convention Center, and at the end of the day on Friday and Saturday at the Boston Sheraton Hotel.

Thursday
6:00 – 8:00 pm Sheraton Boston Hotel

Friday
6:45 – 7:45 am Hynes Convention Center
8:00 – 10:00 pm Sheraton Boston Hotel

Saturday
6:15 – 7:15 am Hynes Convention Center
8:00 – 10:00 pm Sheraton Boston Hotel

Sunday
6:45 – 7:45 am Hynes Convention Center
6:00 – 8:00 pm Sheraton Boston Hotel

NPI Numbers

As part of the health care reform legislation signed into law in March 2010, the Physician Payment Sunshine Act requires medical device, biologic and drug companies to publicly disclose gifts and payments made to physicians. To help our ACAAI Annual Scientific Meeting exhibitors and industry partners in fulfilling the mandatory reporting provisions of the Sunshine Act, the College has requested U.S. health care provider attendees to supply their 10-digit NPI (National Provider Identifier) number when registering for the Annual Scientific Meeting. The NPI will be embedded in the bar code data on the attendee’s badge – it will NOT be printed on the badge. Exhibitors can download the NPI information by scanning the badge through a lead retrieval system so that they can record and track any reportable transactions.

Nursing/Lactation Room

There is a Mamava Lactation Pod located near the Prudential Center entrance (1st Level) of Hynes Convention Center. Instructions on how to use it are on the pod.

On Demand Sessions

Registrants receive complimentary access to all recorded ACAAI 2024 Annual Scientific Meeting sessions. View and obtain credit for 50+ hours of On Demand presentations through the College website. Please visit ACAAI On Demand for details. On Demand sessions will be available approximately three weeks after the close of the meeting.

Photography/Recording

By registering for this meeting, attendees acknowledge and agree that ACAAI or its agents may take photographs during events and may freely use those photographs in any media for College purposes; including, but not limited to, news and proportional purposes.

The presentations, slides and materials provided in this program are the property of the College or are used with permission of the owner. You may not photograph, videotape, audiotape or otherwise record or reproduce any of the presentations without express written permission from the College. Any attendee believed to be violating this restriction will be removed from the session and may be prohibited from participating in future College meetings.

President's Welcome Reception

All registered attendees are invited to join us for fun, food and socializing at the President's Welcome Reception. Held in the Grand Ballroom at the Sheraton Boston Hotel on Friday, October 25 from 6:00 – 7:30 pm, this event promises to be a great time for all.

Product Theaters

These are commercial presentations conducted by exhibiting companies in specially constructed theaters in Hall C of the Hynes Convention Center. There are four Product Theaters where a limited number of 25-minute and 85-minute sessions will be presented each day during the refreshment and lunch breaks. Product Theaters are non-CME forums organized by industry and designed to enhance your learning experience.

Friday
2:35 - 3:00 pm

Saturday
9:35 - 10:00 am
11:35 am - 1:00 pm
2:35 - 3:00 pm

Sunday
11:35 am - 1:00 pm

Quiet Reflection Room

Room 308 of the Hynes Convention Center has been designated for prayer and meditation and is available for use during meeting hours (Thursday - Monday).

Registration Desk Hours

The Registration Desk is located in the lobby of Hynes Convention Center and will be open:
Wednesday: 3:00 - 6:00 pm
Thursday: 7:00 am - 5:00 pm
Friday: 7:00 am - 6:00 pm
Saturday: 7:00 am - 4:00 pm
Sunday: 7:00 am - 4:00 pm
Monday: 7:00 am - noon

Session Details

Full details for all sessions (including descriptions and learning objectives) are available online.

Social Networking: #ACAAI24

Be a part of the Annual Meeting conversation! Use #ACAAI24 in your meeting-related social media posts, and follow the College on X (formerly Twitter) @ACAAI and on Threads @allergy_acaai. Also share Facebook posts from facebook.com/TheACAAI.

Speaker Ready Room

The Speaker Ready Room is located in Room 201 of Hynes Convention Center and will be open:
Wednesday: 3:00 - 7:00 pm
Thursday: 7:00 am - 6:00 pm
Friday: 6:00 am - 6:30 pm
Saturday: 6:30 am - 6:00 pm
Sunday: 6:00 am - 6:00 pm
Monday: 7:00 am - 12:30 pm

All presenters must check into the Speaker Ready Room at least six hours before the start of their presentation.

Special Needs

In compliance with the Americans With Disabilities Act, ACAAI requests that participants in need of special accommodation submit a written request to ACAAI well in advance of the meeting.

Spouse/Guest Information

ACAAI is pleased to offer spouse/guest registration. If you are planning to bring your spouse or any other family/ guests, please select the “Spouse/Guest” option at the time of your registration. The fee provides your spouse/guest with entry to the following:

  • Alliance Hospitality Suite (Friday, Saturday and Sunday)
  • Friday evening President's Welcome Reception
  • Saturday evening FIT Bowl
  • Exhibit Hall (Friday, Saturday and Sunday)
Please note spouse/guest registration is not eligible for CME or other professional education credit.
Temperature

The average temperature in Boston in October ranges from a low of 47°F to a high of 62°F.

Tracks

To make it easier for participants to identify Annual Meeting sessions that are relevant to their practice, the College has identified nine critical areas for allergy and immunology.

These nine primary areas make up the Annual Meeting Track System:

  • Asthma and Respiratory / Sleep Disorders
  • Clinical Immunology and Autoimmune Diseases
  • Dermatology
  • Environmental and Integrative Medicine
  • Food & Drug Allergy and GI Disorders
  • Immunotherapy and Diagnostics
  • Population Health and Infectious Diseases / International Travel
  • Practice Management / Professional Issues / Advocacy
  • Rhinitis / Sinusitis / Ocular and Anaphylaxis

Additional tracks include:

  • ACAAI
  • Advanced Practice Course
  • Allied Health Course
  • FIT Program
  • Practice Management Program

View all sessions.

Wireless Internet

Complimentary Wi-Fi is provided to all meeting attendees at the Hynes Convention Center.

  • Open your wireless network connections
  • Connect to the "ACAAI" wireless network
  • Enter password: acaai2024

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