North American Young Rheumatology Investigator Forum

Join us on Wednesday, April 30th for the The North American Young Rheumatology Investigator Forum, where you can showcase your research to esteemed faculty judges and fellow peers.

Thank you to our sponsors

  • AbbVie
  • Johnson & Johnson
  • Novartis
  • Artularious Health

Network with Leading Industry Experts

Showcase Your Research at a Premier Venue

Enjoy Beautiful Destin, Florida Location

Present Your Work

Poster Session

Share your research through visual presentations in an interactive setting with fellow researchers and attendees.

Poster Session

Oral Presentation

Present your findings through a formal talk with dedicated Q&A time to engage with your audience.

Oral Presentation

Awards Ceremony

Celebrate excellence with recognition for outstanding contributions and presentations at our closing ceremony.

Awards Ceremony

Outstanding Accommodations

The event will take place at the Sandestin Hilton and Conference Center in Destin, Florida, offering an ideal and serene learning environment. Located directly on the beach, this resort allows attendees to enjoy the pristine white sands and stunning emerald waters of the Gulf of Mexico during their downtime. The Hilton Sandestin features three swimming pools and provides first-class amenities, including golf, tennis, and an award-winning spa. Dining options at the resort include a Four Diamond steakhouse, an Asian restaurant, and a beachside bar and grill.

Without our sponsors NYRIF would not be possible

Presenting at NYRIF

Follow these steps to present your poster or oral presentation.

Step 1

Submit Your Abstract

Submit your research abstract through our online portal for review.

Step 2

Complete Registration

Finish the online registration process and wait for approval.

Step 3

Present at NYRIF

Get your group assignment, book your room, and present. Stay for CCR with complementary pass.

Expert Faculty Panel

Iain McInnes - Lead Moderator

FRCPE, FRCP, FMedSci, FRSE

Kevin Deane

M.D.

Laura Hummers

M.D.

Stephen Lindsey

M.D., MACR

Michelle Petri

M.D.,MPH

Ulrich Specks

M.D.

NYRIF Agenda

Join us on Wednesday, April 30th, 2025 for a full day of enriching presentations, discussions, and networking opportunities.

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Note: All times are in Central Standard Time (CST)

All NYRIF presenters receive complimentary access to the entire Congress of Clinical Rheumatology conference.

Travel Support Available

Join us with ease! We offer travel stipends up to $1,000 and pre-negotiated discounted hotel rates for all participants. Make your research presentation journey worry-free with our comprehensive travel support package.

“Outstanding program for fellows and junior faculty! The opportunity to interact with top researchers and international all-star faculty members in a very relaxed setting is truly unique to NYRIF and CCR."

Reeti Joshi

Washington Univeristy

Exclusive Opportunities for NYRIF Participants

ALAN EPSTEIN, M.D. Associate Professor of Medicine University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine

Complimentary CCR Pass for NYRIF Presenters

All accepted presentations and posters for NYRIF receive a complimentary pass for the entire Congress of Clinical Rheumatology conference.

Thieves' Market Submissions Encouraged

Fellows and residents are encouraged to submit their cases for CCR Thieves' Market. Cases should be educational, presented in a challenging format. If you intend to submit to Thieves’ Market please view the submission guidelines as they are slightly different than NYRIF.

Submission Details

To submit a case for Thieves’ Market, email your PowerPoint presentation, including your contact details, to thieves@ccrheumatology.com. The best case will be selected by audience vote.

NYRIF Online Community

Connect, collaborate, and share with peers and experts in the field of rheumatology. Our dedicated online community is the perfect place to engage in meaningful discussions, access exclusive content, and enhance your professional network. Whether you're looking to deepen your knowledge, share your research, or find collaboration opportunities.

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