Save the date for the 54th Annual National Convention on October 15-17 at Embassy Suites by Hilton, Charlotte Concord Golf Resort & Spa in Concord, North Carolina!

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. Stay tuned for updates!

The 53rd Annual National Convention was held October 15-18, 2025, in Rosemont, Illinois!

Order Convention Shirts

Want to show off your convention pride? Commemorative shirts are now available! Short sleeve t-shirts, sweatshirts, pull-over hoodies and zip hoodies are for sale. All proceeds benefit SCDAA. Click here to order!

2025 Convention Metrics

• TOTAL NUMBER OF REGISTRATIONS: Over 600
• TOTAL NUMBER OF SPEAKERS: 148
• TOTAL NUMBER OF SESSIONS: 140
• TOTAL STATES REPRESENTED: 25
• TRAVELED THE FARTHEST – GLOBAL: Kenya
• TRAVELED THE FARTHEST – DOMESTIC: California

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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.