Event & Program Details
CMSS Annual Meeting 2024: Shaping the Future of Medicine Together
The CMSS Annual Meeting provides the specialty society community with a platform for sharing innovative ideas and best practices that address issues of importance across specialties. It also showcases collaborative efforts demonstrating the power and potential of working together to advance our shared vision.
Program and Sessions
Key topics covered by event speakers and panelists include:
- AI and Medical Education
- The Science of Patient Engagement and Community Linkages
- Physician Workforce: Challenges, Strategies and Future Opportunities for Specialty Societies
- Creating Long-Lasting Partnerships with Industry beyond Annual Meetings
- Shifting the Society Focus: Engaging and Retaining Gen Y & Z
- Evolving Approach to Digital Measurement
- The Intersection of Climate and Health
- Critical Equity Conversations in Medical Education and Practice
- And so much more!
Annual Meeting Recordings now available on the CMSS Learning Center
All plenary and select concurrent sessions are available for purchase both a la carte and as a complete package. CMSS members receive a significant discount on all meeting sessions but must be logged in to receive a discount.
Professional Peer Groups
A total of 14 Professional Peer Groups (PPGs) held meetings during the CMSS Annual Meeting. Please contact your PPG leadership or CMSS staff at membership@cmss.org for meeting notes or information on future gatherings.
Questions regarding the event or future meetings
Contact Shaniece Rigans at education@cmss.org.
| Professional Peer Group | Date | Time |
|---|---|---|
| CIO: Chief Information Officers | November 20, 2024 | Hybrid 9:00am – 12:00pm |
| COOs: Chief Operating Officers | November 20, 2024 | Virtual 11:00am – 12:30pm CT |
| Communications & Marketing | November 20, 2024 | Hybrid 10:30am – 11:30am CT |
| Corporate Development and Industry Relations | November 20, 2024 | Hybrid 8:30am – 10:30am CT |
| CPD: Continuing Professional Development | November 20, 2024 | Hybrid 8:00am – 12:30pm CT |
| CPG: Clinical Practice Guidelines Developers | November 20, 2024 | Hybrid 10:30am – 12:30pm |
| DEI: Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion | November 20, 2024 | Hybrid 11:00am – 12:30pm CT |
| Governance | November 20, 2024 | Virtual 10:00am – 12:00pm CT |
| HR: Human Resources | November 20, 2024 | Hybrid 9:00am – 10:30am CT |
| Meetings/Membership | November 20, 2024 | Hybrid 8:30am – 10:30am CT |
| Publishing | November 20, 2024 | Virtual 9:00am – 11am CT |
| Quality | November 20, 2024 | Hybrid 10:30am – 12:30pm CT |
| Research | November 20, 2024 | Hybrid 8:00am – 9:30am CT |
Meeting Sponsors and Industry Partners
Meeting Sponsors and Industry Partners
We are grateful to the following Industry Partners, Exhibitors, and Sponsors for their support of CMSS at the Annual Meeting and throughout the year.
Platinum Level
Health eCareers
IQVIA
Mathematica
Gold Level
PA Consulting
Exhibit Only Level
American Board of Medical Specialties
Cadmore
DocMatter
MRO
PatientIQ
Pharos
SoftDev
Wiley
GLEAM Summit Reception Sponsor
Health eCareers
Session Sponsor
Patient-Centered Outcomes Research Institute
Partner Opportunities
CMSS provides Industry Partner and Exhibit opportunities at our Annual meetings, and Industry Partners support CMSS activities and engage with our members throughout the year. Participating in CMSS meetings will provide you with the opportunity to learn about CMSS’ 50+ member specialty societies, network with hundreds of attendees, and gain access to all sessions.
Questions regarding Industry Partnership Opportunities?
Contact Jessica Vacha at jvacha@cmss.org.
Registration
Categories and Rates:
The Early Bird Deadline is October 8, 2024 at 5:00 PM (ET). Rates increase after that deadline time.
| Registration Category | Registration Fee |
|---|---|
| CMSS Annual Meeting Member EB | $750 |
| CMSS Annual Meeting Member Late | $875 |
| CMSS Annual Meeting Member PPGs Only EB | $300 |
| CMSS Annual Meeting Member PPGs Only Late | $375 |
| CMSS Annual Meeting Non-Member EB | $900 |
| CMSS Annual Meeting Non-Member Late | $1,025 |
| GLEAM Participant + Annual Meeting EB | $750 |
| GLEAM Participant + Annual Meeting Late | $875 |
| OPDA Fall Meeting + Annual Meeting EB | $750 |
| OPDA Fall Meeting + Annual Meeting Late | $875 |
| OPDA Fall Meeting Event Only EB** | $400 |
| OPDA Fall Meeting Only Late** | $475 |
| CMSS Annual Meeting Member PPGs Virtual EB | $125 |
| CMSS Annual Meeting Member PPGs Virtual Late | $150 |
Questions:
Please contact CMSS Registration Services at 312-202-5244 or registration@cmss.org.
Hotel
Meeting Venue & Headquarters Hotel:
Intercontinental Chicago Magnificent Mile
505 N. Michigan Avenue | Chicago, IL 60611
Speakers
Event Policies
Registration Policies:
Registration Cancellation/Substitution:
Requests for refunds must be made in writing and received on or before the published cancellation date of November 4, 2024. There is a $50 handling fee for ALL refunds and returned checks. Cancellations and registrations postmarked after the deadline date will not be eligible for refunds. Requests for substitutions from one registrant to another should be submitted to registration@cmss.org.
Event Health & Safety Protocols:
Please review the CMSS Event Health & Safety Protocols prior to attending the meeting. CMSS reserves the right to update these Health & Safety Protocols in advance of the event and will notify all registrants of any changes.
Photography and Recording Policies:
By registering and attending the CMSS Annual Meeting 2024, you acknowledge and agree that photographs and/or video recordings may be taken of you during the event. You consent to the use of these images and recordings for promotional, educational, and informational purposes by CMSS. This includes, but is not limited to, publication on the CMSS website, social media platforms, and in printed materials.
Recorded sessions are owned by CMSS and may be made available for on-demand viewing. If you have questions regarding session recording, please email registration@cmss.org.
If you do not wish to be photographed or recorded, please contact info@cmss.org.
Health & Safety Protocols
Vaccination:
All meeting attendees should be up to date with COVID-19 vaccinations and recommended boosters per CDC recommendations. CMSS will not be checking vaccination details but rather expect our attendees to be cognizant of the important benefits for everyone.
Masking:
- Masks are not required but very welcome.
- Masks will be available at the registration desk.
Testing and Monitoring:
- CMSS asks attendees who are not feeling well not to travel to the meeting. If an attendee feels unwell or is displaying symptoms during the meeting, we recommend testing and refraining from contact with others.
- Please notify CMSS (registration@cmss.org) if you test positive for COVID-19 during or immediately after the meeting.
Updates:
CMSS reserves the right to update these Health & Safety Protocols in advance of the event and will notify all registrants of any changes.
Call for Proposals
Call for Proposals Policies
- Must be employed by or affiliated with a CMSS Membership Organization or Associate Member Organization or CMSS Convened Group (OPDA). Proposals may include Industry Partners as presenters but should be submitted by a CMSS Membership Organization.
- Unless otherwise notified by CMSS, all presenters are required to register for the Annual Meeting and are responsible for their own registration and travel expenses. All presenters are required to deliver their presentations in-person in Chicago (no virtual presentations).
- All selected presenters will be required to complete a Conflict of Interest form and disclose any relationships with commercial interests at the start of their presentation, in accordance with the CMSS Code for Interactions with Companies.
Proposal Review
The Annual Meeting Program Committee has the responsibility to review and rank all submissions and determine selections for presentation at the Annual Meeting. The committee will also determine the format of each presentation.
Multiple proposals may be combined into a single session if synergy is identified in the review process. Proposals may be selected for either a plenary or concurrent audience.
