You are invited to join us at the 54th Annual National Convention, October 15-17, at Embassy Suites by Hilton, Charlotte Concord Golf Resort & Spa in Concord, North Carolina! Discounted room rates expire September 15. Click here for more information about hotel accommodations and to book your room.

You may know that the iconic dogwood is North Carolina’s state flower, but did you know that it is also a symbol of hope and new beginnings? Our 54th Annual National Convention theme pays tribute to our host state and recognizes our community’s transition into a new era of sickle cell care.

SCDAA’s Annual National Convention fosters the exchange of the latest scientific and clinical information through innovative training seminars and educational workshops, interactive panel discussion, advocacy lectures and special events. View the agenda at a glance here.

Early bird registration rates are available through September 2, 2026. Click here to register!

The Sickle Cell Disease Association of America, (SCDAA), Inc., 53^rd Annual Convention was comprised of speakers and presenters representing a range of industries, agencies and organizations. The opinions, guidance and recommendations of speakers are solely their own. SCDAA promotes the presentation of accurate and fair assessment of the risks as well as the benefits of the drugs, treatment options, trials, treatment side effects and other topics discussed during the convention, but their views do not necessarily represent those of SCDAA, Inc., nor its members, staff, committees or board.