the ANNUAL SCIENTIFIC ASSEMBLY

SMA's premier annual live medical conference is an annual event that includes an extensive agenda addressing topics from up-to-date methods of preventative medicine to more complex subject matter and the latest research studies. Every presentation is peer-reviewed by SMA’s Planning Committee of highly respected clinicians, ensuring that all faculty content complies with or exceeds the ACCME’s educational standards. This is an in-depth, multi-day conference during which clinicians and healthcare professionals of varied backgrounds and specialities convene in order to gain knowledge, provide improved care for patients and better understand other care providers across an ever-changing healthcare landscape.

For over 116 years, the Southern Medical Association has brought together the entire family of medicine to educate and be educated for the purpose of improving the quality of patient care.

2025 Annual Scientific Assembly

November 13-15, 2025

Hilton New Orleans Riverside
Two Poydras Street
New Orleans, LA 70130
Exhibitor Prospectus

ABOUT THE SMA ANNUAL SCIENTIFIC ASSEMBLY

For over 116 years, the Southern Medical Association has brought together the entire family of medicine to educate and be educated for the purpose of improving the quality of patient care.
 
Join health care professionals each year to improve your patient care with the latest research and practical tips, provided by experts. The Southern Medical Association is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians. SMA's premier annual live medical conference is an annual event that includes an extensive agenda addressing topics from up-to-date methods of preventative medicine to more complex subject matter and the latest research studies. Every presentation is peer-reviewed by SMA’s Planning Committee of highly respected clinicians, ensuring that all faculty content complies with or exceeds the ACCME’s educational standards.
 
This is an in-depth, multi-day conference during which clinicians and healthcare professionals of varied backgrounds and specialties convene in order to gain knowledge, provide improved care for patients and better understand other care providers across an ever-changing healthcare landscape.
 
 

Assembly Location

SMA's 117th Annual Scientific Assembly will be held at the Hilton New Orleans Riverside. This AAA Four Diamond hotel, situated in the heart of New Orleans' central business district, offers convenient access to iconic attractions like Jackson Square, the French Quarter, and the Aquarium of the Americas. Guests can also enjoy direct access to the Riverwalk Outlets and are just one block away from Caesars New Orleans.

Hilton New Orleans Riverside
Two Poydras Street
New Orleans, LA 70130
Phone: (504) 561-0500

Hotel Reservations

https://book.passkey.com/event/50934156/owner/107/home?utm_campaign=295965447

Thursday November 13

  • 10:00 AM Registration Opens
  • 12:45 Introductions and Announcements
  • 1:00 - 2:00 Session 1
  • 2:00 - 3:00 Session 2
  • 3:00 - 3:15 BREAK
  • 3:15 - 4:15 Session 3
  • 4:15 - 5:15 Session 4

Friday November 14

  • 7:00 - 8:00 AM Registration/Exhibit Hall Opens and Breakfast
  • 7:45 - Welcome/Announcements
  • 7:50 Greetings from the AMA Alliance
  • 8:00 - 9:00 Presidents Session (Keynote)
  • 9:00 - 10:00 Moreton Research Award Commemorative Lecture
  • 10:00 - 10:15 BREAK
  • 10:15 - 11:15 Session 1
  • 11:15 - 11:45 Session 2
  • 12:00 - 1:00 Lunch Session
  • 1:00 - 1:45 Session 3
  • 1:45 - 2:45 Session 4
  • 2:45 - 3:00 Session 5
  • 3:00 - 4:00 Session 6
  • 6:00 - 9:00 SMArt Bowl

Saturday November 15

  • 7:00 - 8:00 AM Registration/Exhibit Hall Opens and Breakfast
  • 8:15 - 10:15 Oral Abstract Presentations
  • 10:15 - 10:30 BREAK
  • 11:30 - 12:00 Session 1
  • 12:00 - 1:00 Lunch
  • 1:00 - 1:45 Session 2
  • 1:45 - 2:30 Session 3
  • 2:30 - 3:00 Session 4
  • 6:00 - 10:00 Farewell Dinner/SMA Presidential Installation
Please login if you have an SMA Account or create an new SMA account to Register


Vicki Johnson
Customer and Member Services Coordinator
vjohnson@sma.org
205-421-4177

Exhibitor and Sponsorship Registration

If you have any questions


Caroline Branche
Director of Outreach
exhibits-sponsors@sma.org
205-421-4177

If you have any questions


Vicki Johnson
Customer and Member Services Coordinator
exhibits-sponsors@sma.org
205-421-4124

In-person medical trivia competition taking place during SMA’s Annual Scientific Assembly brings together medical students and residents to compete for monetary prizes, socialize with peers, and continue SMA’s tradition of medical excellence. This is a Friday evening, dinner event providing contestants a chance to take home the coveted SMA PIT Medical Excellence Award. SMA's Past President, Dr. Christopher Morris, a bona fide Jeopardy contestant, hosts this event. 

Rules
Please login if you have an SMA Account or create an new SMA account to Register a Team
Summary

ABOUT THE SMA ANNUAL SCIENTIFIC ASSEMBLY

For over 116 years, the Southern Medical Association has brought together the entire family of medicine to educate and be educated for the purpose of improving the quality of patient care.
 
Join health care professionals each year to improve your patient care with the latest research and practical tips, provided by experts. The Southern Medical Association is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians. SMA's premier annual live medical conference is an annual event that includes an extensive agenda addressing topics from up-to-date methods of preventative medicine to more complex subject matter and the latest research studies. Every presentation is peer-reviewed by SMA’s Planning Committee of highly respected clinicians, ensuring that all faculty content complies with or exceeds the ACCME’s educational standards.
 
This is an in-depth, multi-day conference during which clinicians and healthcare professionals of varied backgrounds and specialties convene in order to gain knowledge, provide improved care for patients and better understand other care providers across an ever-changing healthcare landscape.
 
 
Hotel/Venue

Assembly Location

SMA's 117th Annual Scientific Assembly will be held at the Hilton New Orleans Riverside. This AAA Four Diamond hotel, situated in the heart of New Orleans' central business district, offers convenient access to iconic attractions like Jackson Square, the French Quarter, and the Aquarium of the Americas. Guests can also enjoy direct access to the Riverwalk Outlets and are just one block away from Caesars New Orleans.

Hilton New Orleans Riverside
Two Poydras Street
New Orleans, LA 70130
Phone: (504) 561-0500

Hotel Reservations

https://book.passkey.com/event/50934156/owner/107/home?utm_campaign=295965447

Schedule

Thursday November 13

  • 10:00 AM Registration Opens
  • 12:45 Introductions and Announcements
  • 1:00 - 2:00 Session 1
  • 2:00 - 3:00 Session 2
  • 3:00 - 3:15 BREAK
  • 3:15 - 4:15 Session 3
  • 4:15 - 5:15 Session 4

Friday November 14

  • 7:00 - 8:00 AM Registration/Exhibit Hall Opens and Breakfast
  • 7:45 - Welcome/Announcements
  • 7:50 Greetings from the AMA Alliance
  • 8:00 - 9:00 Presidents Session (Keynote)
  • 9:00 - 10:00 Moreton Research Award Commemorative Lecture
  • 10:00 - 10:15 BREAK
  • 10:15 - 11:15 Session 1
  • 11:15 - 11:45 Session 2
  • 12:00 - 1:00 Lunch Session
  • 1:00 - 1:45 Session 3
  • 1:45 - 2:45 Session 4
  • 2:45 - 3:00 Session 5
  • 3:00 - 4:00 Session 6
  • 6:00 - 9:00 SMArt Bowl

Saturday November 15

  • 7:00 - 8:00 AM Registration/Exhibit Hall Opens and Breakfast
  • 8:15 - 10:15 Oral Abstract Presentations
  • 10:15 - 10:30 BREAK
  • 11:30 - 12:00 Session 1
  • 12:00 - 1:00 Lunch
  • 1:00 - 1:45 Session 2
  • 1:45 - 2:30 Session 3
  • 2:30 - 3:00 Session 4
  • 6:00 - 10:00 Farewell Dinner/SMA Presidential Installation
Attendee Registration
Please login if you have an SMA Account or create an new SMA account to Register


Vicki Johnson
Customer and Member Services Coordinator
vjohnson@sma.org
205-421-4177

Exhibit-Sponsor Registration

Exhibitor and Sponsorship Registration

If you have any questions


Caroline Branche
Director of Outreach
exhibits-sponsors@sma.org
205-421-4177

If you have any questions


Vicki Johnson
Customer and Member Services Coordinator
exhibits-sponsors@sma.org
205-421-4124

SMArt Bowl

In-person medical trivia competition taking place during SMA’s Annual Scientific Assembly brings together medical students and residents to compete for monetary prizes, socialize with peers, and continue SMA’s tradition of medical excellence. This is a Friday evening, dinner event providing contestants a chance to take home the coveted SMA PIT Medical Excellence Award. SMA's Past President, Dr. Christopher Morris, a bona fide Jeopardy contestant, hosts this event. 

Rules
Please login if you have an SMA Account or create an new SMA account to Register a Team
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