Poster Sessions
The top candidates chosen by the faculty will be invited to present their abstracts in the presence of their peers and the established, international judges either as an oral presentation or in a poster session.
Roundtable Discussions
Rheumatologists established in the paths of research, clinical practice and the pharmaceutical industry will lead an afternoon roundtable discussion to explore career opportunities and challenges within the field of rheumatology to contribute to more informed career decision-making choices.
Awards Banquet
The symposium will close with an awards banquet to present travel stipends of $250-$1000 to those candidates whose efforts have been considered by the faculty to have exceptional promise.
Why attend NYRIF?
We’re excited to announce the North American Young Rheumatology Investigator Forum (NYRIF) is now accepting abstract submissions for our upcoming conference. This is an amazing opportunity for you to present your research and gain recognition in the rheumatology community.
The NYRIF is a premier international conference that brings together leading rheumatologists, researchers, and fellows from around the world to share their knowledge and expertise. By presenting your abstract, you’ll have the chance to share your findings with a diverse audience of your peers and gain valuable feedback on your work.
Don’t miss out on this opportunity to showcase your research and advance your career in rheumatology. Submit your abstract today and join us at the NYRIF to be part of the conversation shaping the future of rheumatology!
To submit your abstract, click here.
This forum is designed to be stimulating, interactive and constructive whereby attendees are able to exchange ideas in an informal environment and develop invaluable networks with the faculty and their peers, facilitating future career development. All fellows and junior staff within the field of rheumatology are welcome to attend NYRIF and are invited to stay for the 38th Annual Congress of Clinical Rheumatology that will immediately follow. The CCR registration fee will be waived for all accepted abstract registrants. We hope that you will also be able to enjoy the beach while you are here to see why Destin has been voted #5 as a Spring Beach getaway in the Western Hemisphere.
2023 Agenda
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Tuesday, May 2, 2023 | |
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3:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. | Arrivals, Registration |
7:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. | NYRIF Fellows/Faculty Reception & Buffet Dinner |
Wednesday, May 3, 2023 | |
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6:30 a.m | Open for posters set up |
7:00 a.m | Continental Breakfast |
7:50 a.m | Opening remarks |
8:00 a.m | Session I Podium Abstract Presentations |
9:15 a.m | Session II Podium Abstract Presentations |
10:25 p.m | Break 1 |
10:40 p.m | Session III Podium Abstract Presentations 1 |
11:45 p.m | Lunch 1 |
1:00 p.m | Poster Presentation Rounding |
3:00 p.m | Ice Cream Break |
3:15 p.m | Roundtable Discussion Career Development in Basic Research, Clinical Practice & the PharmaceuticalIndustry |
4:50 p.m | Adjourn |
6:00 p.m | Reception |
6:30 p.m | Awards Banquet with Presentation of Awards |
Abstract Submission

Accommodations
The North American Young Rheumatology Investigator Forum will be held at the Hilton Sandestin in Destin, FL. Destin is located between Pensacola and Panama City, FL along Florida’s Emerald Coast. The Hilton Sandestin has offered those fellows and junior faculty who are submitting abstracts to NYRIF a limited number of discounted rooms available at $129/night plus tax. This rate applies for Tuesday-Thursday nights, then a reduced room rate of $249/night will apply. Please make your room reservation early as any room reservation made after DATE TBD will be taken on a space available basis at the prevailing rate. In order to receive the NYRIF room rate, please call the Hilton directly at (850) 267-9500 to reserve your room.
Other Accommodations: Studio, one bedroom, and two bedroom condos are available at the Luau, located next door to the Hilton and within walking distance. The Grand Sandestin, across Highway 98 on the Bayside, would require a shuttle or car also has condos including studio, one bedroom, and two bedrooms. To book either of these accommodations, call 800-320-8115. Accommodations are also available at Tops’l which is a complex next door to the Hilton and within walking distance. Call 800-380-4808 for rates. Reservations must be made by phone to receive the CCR discount premier sources for visionary expertise. Additional Accommodations are available at the Courtyard by Marriott Sandestin at Grand Boulevard [link coming soon].

Faculty Panel
We’ve brought together leading professionals from across the nation and the Atlantic to serve as judges.

Daniel Aletaha, M.D., MSc
Moderator and Lead Judge -- Chair of Rheumatology and Head of the Division of Rheumatology at the Medical University of Vienna
Jonathan Kay, M.D.
Professor of Medicine Chair of Rheumatology UMass Chan Medical School
Arthur Kavanaugh, M.D.
Professor Of Medicine University of California at San Diego, School of Medicine
Michelle Petri, M.D., MPH
Professor of Medicine Director, Lupus Center Johns Hopkins Univ. School of Medicine
John Stone, M.D., MPH
Professor of Medicine Massachusetts General Hospital; Director, Clinical Rheumatology MA.“Outstanding program for fellows and junior faculty!” “Unique experience and best conference been to in last 5 years! Great faculty and approachable faculty. A conference where you learn, have interaction with colleagues and learn real rheumatology!” “The opportunity to interact with top researchers and international all-star faculty members in a very relaxed setting is truly unique to NYRIF and CCR. I plan to see you both at future meetings.”
Goals and Objectives
The North American Young Rheumatology Investigator Forum was established to furnish clinical and research fellows in the field of rheumatology an informal, mentoring environment to present, discuss and have their original clinical or basic the research evaluated by an established, international panel of rheumatologists in the presence of their peers. NYRIF also advances attendees’ career decision-making the process by providing relevant and accurate information on the opportunities and challenges in the field of rheumatology so that attendees will be able to more appropriately evaluate their career choices and execute more informed career decisions. In addition, the unique environment fosters the development of valuable long-lasting networking connections.
At the conclusion of this forum the attendee should be able to:
- Employ enhanced professional oral and written communication skills for use in designing research projects and in composing and presenting abstracts and case presentations.
- Exchange ideas and knowledge with world-renowned rheumatologists as well as with peers to establish methods for interacting more effectively in the coordination of patient care.
- Establish networking channels with peers and extramural expert faculty investigators for future collaborative research, consultative advice, and career path assistance.
- Analyze current research activities within the basic science and clinical research areas of rheumatology to recognize exceptional original research achievement.
- Evaluate career descriptions, challenges and available opportunities in the field of rheumatology.
- Compare and contrast diverse careers throughout the discipline of rheumatology.
- Compose research presentations, incorporate idea exchange and effectively integrate mentored feedback.
- Validate the principles of life-long learning and continuing medical education.
- Utilize invaluable new networking channels for the promotion of research, communicating in the field of rheumatology, and assistance with future job opportunities.
- Develop a more informed, individualized, decision-making career path.

Need Assistance?
If you’re looking for help, please reach out with any questions. You can contact our program director directly at pmclain@ccrheumatology.com