2026 Patient Education Days
-Whether you're a patient, caregiver, or healthcare professional, these events are tailored for you. Join us to gain valuable insights from expert speakers in scleroderma education who will share their knowledge about scleroderma and its management.
Connect with others who understand your journey and find comfort in a supportive community dedicated to patient support. Don't miss this opportunity to empower yourself with the latest information and strategies for living well with scleroderma at engaging healthcare events.
Join us for a day of learning and support!
Sunday October 25, 2026
Northern California (SFO)
Saturday December 5, 2026
Los Angeles, CA (TBD)
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NORTHERN CALIFORNIA SCLERODERMA PATIENT EDUCATION DAY
Whether you’re a patient, caregiver, or healthcare professional, this free event offers valuable insights from Stanford scleroderma experts, community connection, and strategies for living well with scleroderma. Admission and parking are free, and morning refreshments and lunch will be served.
(Some topics and speakers may be subject to change)
Speakers/Topics
Dr. Heather Poupore-King: More than Pain: The emotional, psychological and human experience of living with chronic illness
Dr. Jennifer Yeh: Skin-related issues in Scleroderma and Overlapping Conditions
Wendy Moore: Optimizing function and managing symptoms in scleroderma through Physical and Occupational Therapy.
Dr. Robert Fairchild : Stanford's Ultrasound Program: What we learned about scleroderma patients and how does it benefit you?
Dr. Lorinda Chung : The CAR T Revolution in Scleroderma: What the latest Clinical Trials Means for Patients
Dr. Francois Haddad: Understanding heart-related symptoms in scleroderma
2:50 to 3 PM: Closing and Evaluations
Schedule
8 am - 9 am Check-in
9 am - 9:10 am Intro
9:10 am - 9:50 am Session 1
9:50 am - 10:30 am Session 2
10:30 am - 11:10 am Session 3
11:10 am - 11:50 am Session 4
11:50 am - 12:50 pm LUNCH
12:50 pm - 1:50 pm Session 5
1:50 pm - 2:50 pm Session 6
2:50 pm - 3:00 pm Closing and Evaluation
Each session includes Lecture and Q&A.
More Info & Lodging
FAQ
- Cost: Free for patients, families, friends, and caregivers.
- Food: Water, coffee, tea, morning refreshments, and lunch provided. Limited gluten-free options available—please bring food if you have special dietary needs. Room
- Temperature: We will keep it comfortable, but bring a jacket, gloves, or hand warmers just in case.
We have a room block reserved at DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel San Francisco Airport for October 24, 2026 through October 26, 2026. Booking your room is simple, just select "Book a Room" to receive your group's preferred rate. Please note: You must reserve your room no later than OCTOBER 4, 2026
1 King Bed - $129.00
2 Double Beds - $129.00
Reservation Link: Scleroderma - Room Block
Please note, if you only want to stay for a specific night, you must select "Edit Stay" link on the upper right-hand corner to change the date, then choose "Update" to confirm your choice.
Complimentary Parking if offered to overnight meeting attendees.
