The AFTD 2025 Education Conference aims to bring together individuals diagnosed with FTD, their care partners, families, and healthcare professionals to connect and learn about the latest research and care approaches. The conference will feature keynote sessions, breakout discussions, and networking opportunities, both in-person and online. Attendees can expect to engage with experts, participate in experiential learning workshops, and explore resources and supports available for FTD. The agenda includes sessions on genetic FTD, caregiving strategies, and advocacy, providing a comprehensive overview of the current landscape and future directions in FTD care and research.
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AFTD 2025 Education Conference
The AFTD 2025 Education Conference will be held in Denver, CO, at the Omni Interlocken Hotel and online via Zoom. It invites individuals diagnosed with FTD, care partners, families, friends, healthcare professionals, and researchers to connect, learn, and engage with experts on the latest in FTD research and care.
Conference Overview
Some quick details about this conference.
Time and Place
Maybe the most important details of the conference.
Conference Dates: May 1–2, 2025
Location: Omni Interlocken Hotel
City/State: Broomfield, Colorado
Address: 500 Interlocken Blvd, Broomfield, Colorado, 80021
Event Format: hybrid
Conference Organizer
This organization is hosting this conference.
The Association for Frontotemporal Degeneration (AFTD)
AFTD is dedicated to improving the quality of life of people affected by frontotemporal degeneration (FTD) and driving research to a cure.
Email: info@theaftd.org
Phone: 1-866-507-7222
Registration Fees
How much does this conference cost?
| Cost | Type | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| $0.00 | General | Registration for the conference |
See the conference's actual website for more details around these fees, as sometimes they can be more complicated.
Schedule and Agenda
It's important to know what is planned.
The conference spans two days, with Thursday featuring in-person events such as the Genetic FTD Symposium and social gatherings. Friday includes both in-person and virtual sessions, starting with breakfast connections and registration, followed by a keynote address, breakout sessions, and a reception.
Notable Speakers
These folks will be speaking at the conference.
Katie Brandt
Director of Caregiver Support Services and Public Relations for the Massachusetts General Hospital Frontotemporal Disorders Unit.
Halima Amjad, MD, PhD, MPH
Associate Professor of Medicine in the Division of Geriatric Medicine at Johns Hopkins University.
Eric R Anderson, MD, PhD, MBA, FAAN
Chief Medical Officer at Synapticure.
Ece Bayram, MD, PhD
Assistant Professor in Movement Disorders Center at the University of Colorado Anschutz, Department of Neurology.
Michael Benatar, MBChB, MS, DPhil
Professor of neurology, the Walter Bradley Chair in ALS Research; Executive Director of the ALS Center, Chief of Neuromuscular Division, and Vice Chair for Clinical & Translational Research in the Department of Neurology at the University of Miami.
Samantha Holden, MD, MS, FAAN
Associate Professor of Neurology at the University of Colorado School of Medicine, Vice Chair of Outpatient Neurology Services and the director of the Lewy Body Dementia Association Research Center of Excellence at the University of Colorado.
Hotel Information
You need somewhere to stay! (Unless you live relatively close.)
The conference will be held at the Omni Interlocken Hotel, which is sold out for Thursday night. Attendees can use aRes Travel to find alternative accommodations. The hotel offers ADA-compliant rooms upon request.
Parking Information
Unless you're taking public transit.
Parking details are not provided on the webpage.
Sponsorship, Exhibitor, and Advertising Opportunities
If you're an organization that wants to contribute to this event, here are some details.
Sponsorship opportunities are available, with various levels such as Presenting Sponsor, Registration Sponsor, and more. Interested parties can contact AFTD Corporate and Foundation Relations Manager Liz Graham for more information.
Other Links and Information
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