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MDA Engage: Chicago
September 25th, 2026 to September 26th, 2026
Live, In Person
Westin Chicago Lombard
70 Yorktown Shopping Center, Lombard, IL 60148
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Friday, September 25
Welcome Reception: 5:00-7:00pm
Saturday, September 26
Registration and Breakfast: 8:00-9:00 a.m.
Learning Sessions: 9:00 a.m. – 4:45 p.m.
Join us just outside of Chicago for the MDA Engage Symposium! This in person gathering is designed for individuals living with neuromuscular disease and the people who support them. Our expert led sessions—guided by clinicians and specialists in the field—offer a mix of disease specific education and practical daily living insights, ensuring there’s something meaningful for everyone. You’ll walk away with clear, actionable insights to help guide informed decisions about your, or your loved one’s, care. Plus, enjoy meaningful opportunities to connect with others in the community and explore a variety of informative exhibitor booths.
To kick off the weekend, we will have a Welcome Reception on Friday evening with plenty of food and opportunities to meet others in the neuromuscular community.
There is no cost for the community to attend MDA Engage: Chicago. Registration is required for each guest.
Members of pharmaceutical or biotechnology companies: Please do not register using this form. Attendance is available via sponsorship of the event. Please contact your MDA Account Director or email mdapartners@mdausa.org to proceed.
Lodging Information
A block of rooms has been reserved at the Westin Chicago Lombard. All reservations can be made, modified or canceled by individuals online with the reservation link below. Room rates are $159 USD per night. Please note that you are responsible for the cost of lodging.
The cut-off date to reserve guest rooms is September 3, 2026. Rooms will be released back to the hotel after this date.
Travel Stipends
If the cost of travel is a barrier to attending Engage, financial support may be available. Email mdaengage@mdausa.org to learn more.
Interested in sponsoring the symposium? Please reach out to mdapartners@mdausa.org.
For questions, please contact mdaengage@mdausa.org or call 1-833-ASK-MDA1 (6321).
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