2026 ILADS Annual Scientific Conference
Hyatt Regency Dulles
2300 Dulles Corner BoulevardHerndon, VA 20171-3400
United States
Join us October 22-25 (Thursday-Sunday) for the 2026 ILADS Annual Scientific Conference!
Conference theme: "Reframing Complex Disease: Pathways to Treatment"
Registration is Open!
This four-day conference is the premier educational event for physicians and medical professionals who have an interest in diagnosing and treating Lyme and associated vector-borne illnesses.
The conference takes place at the Hyatt Regency Dulles just outside Washington, DC, near Dulles Airport. The hotel is accessible by free shuttle from the airport or by Metro (closest stop is Innovation Center on the Silver Line). For more information and to book your room, visit the hotel information tab.
Our Mission and Audience
The mission of ILADS is to educate healthcare professionals about the appropriate diagnosis and treatment of tick-borne diseases. The Annual Scientific Conference is intended for medical professionals including MDs, DOs, NDs, PAs, NPs, RNs, LCSWs, DCs, PhDs, psychologists, researchers and other professionals assisting patients with Lyme and related diseases. If you have questions about your eligibility to attend, please email conference@ilads.org.
Financial Assistance
Grants are available to medical professionals that are in need of financial assistance. Please click here to complete the grant application.
Continuing Medical Education (CME) Credit
CME credit is available for this conference. Please check back later for more information or email conference@ilads.org.
Scientific Posters
We are still accepting applications for scientific posters. If you are interesting in submitting an abstract to present a poster at the conference, please click here.
Full Conference Registration
Thursday, October 22-Sunday, October 25, 2026. Registration open to medical professionals only.
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Member Registration
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$1,100.00
Price will increase to $1,375.00 on
8/16/26 12:00 AM EDT
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Non-Member Registration
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$1,495.00
Price will increase to $1,775.00 on
8/16/26 12:00 AM EDT
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Vector-Borne Illness Fundamentals Only
Thursday, October 22. Registration open to medical professionals only.
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Member Registration (Fundamentals only)
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$425.00
Price will increase to $675.00 on
8/16/26 12:00 AM EDT
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Non-Member Registration (Fundamentals only)
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$649.00
Price will increase to $899.00 on
8/16/26 12:00 AM EDT
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ILADEF Gala Dinner Ticket
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$250.00 |
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Conference Video Package
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$999.00 |
Product Add-ons
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| Author's Table View Product | $100.00 |
Hyatt Regency Dulles
2300 Dulles Corner Boulevard
Herndon, VA 20171
Group room rate: $179
Last day to book: September 28 (rooms may sell out before this date)
ILADS Annual Scientific Conference - Call for Posters
The International Lyme and Associated Diseases Society (ILADS) invites clinicians, researchers and students to submit posters showcasing original research, clinical case studies, innovative treatment approaches, and emerging discoveries related to Lyme disease, tick-borne illnesses, and associated complex chronic conditions. Posters will be on display at the 2026 ILADS Annual Scientific Conference, October 22-25 in Herndon, VA.
Submit Your Poster
Presenting a poster at ILADS is an opportunity to:
- Showcase your work to an international audience of clinicians and researchers.
- Receive valuable feedback from leading experts in the field.
- Foster collaboration and spark new research partnerships.
- Contribute to the growing body of evidence advancing patient care.
We welcome submissions across a broad range of topics, including:
- Lyme disease and tick-borne infections
- Bartonella, Babesia, and other co-infections
- Diagnostics and biomarkers
- Immunology and inflammation
- Neurological and neuropsychiatric manifestations
- Pediatric vector-borne illness
- Integrative and functional medicine
- Persistent infection and treatment outcomes
- Emerging research and novel therapies
- Case reports and clinical innovations
Poster Submission Deadline: August 31
Accepted posters will be on display throughout the duration of the conference, providing attendees with multiple opportunities to engage with presenters and discuss their findings.
Submit Your Poster