AWIR embraces rheumatology fellows and trainees as its most important resource. After all, you are the future of the field!
AWIR fellows are truly the future of rheumatology; the education they receive today will shape what happens in the field of medicine tomorrow. If they learn the importance of patient care and how to be generous with themselves, both as clinicians and for their own health, these fellows will have the energy to effectively contribute to patient care, practices, or research
- Priya Reddy, MD, FACR, AWIR Secretary and Treasurer
Rheumatology
Fellows and
Trainees
Why Join AWIR?
AWIR is one of the few professional rheumatology organizations specifically dedicated to developing the leadership potential of the field’s future leaders.
By joining AWIR, Fellow/Trainee Members are able to:
- Expand your network with valuable connections, from a local to global scale.
- Access to mentorship and professional development opportunities.
- Submit your research for peer-review and presentation at our Annual Conference.
- Enter exclusive workshops to learn about clinical research and career success.
- Get training and experience in advocacy—for yourself and your patients
- Join an inclusive community that welcomes rheumatology clinicians of all genders, ethnicities, races, cultural backgrounds, and sexual orientations!
This, and many more perks for all members - for FREE.
Advance Your Career Through Leadership and Networking
AWIR is committed to offering all Fellow/Trainee Members various opportunities to enhance your career and support you in becoming the future leaders in the field of rheumatology.
Attend AWIR 2026 in-person for free, with or without abstract submission or presentation!*
As an AWIR Fellow/Trainee member, you get the opportunity to attend and make the most out of our Annual Conference taking place on July 30th - August 1ST, 2026 in Orlando, FL:
- Submit your original data for review by AWIR's peer-review committee (instructions below).
- Present your accepted abstract on our main stage or in a poster tour.
- Join exclusive workshops to build skills and explore career opportunities.
- Connect with rheumatology experts, peers, and partners in an inclusive environment.
- Participate in a fellows-only reception to network with leaders across rheumatology professions and settings!
NOTE:
Sponsored attendance at AWIR’s Annual Conference is only available for AWIR fellow/trainee members in the US, Canada, and Mexico. Sponsorship includes waived registration fees and post-conference reimbursement for travel expenses and hotel. To receive reimbursement (one economy class ticket <$500 for US and <$800 for Canada and Mexico) AWIR trainees/fellows must have their registration badges scanned all Conference days, attend all sessions and workshops, and complete the CME surveys.
SUBMISSIONS
1.
Make sure you are an AWIR fellow/trainee!
2.
Go to Oxford Abstracts Submission Page
3.
Create an account at Oxford Abstracts (Select “New here? Sign up to Oxford Abstracts”)
4.
Complete the form
5.
Submit!
Requirements
- Original research in a 350-word abstract (e.g. survey research, case studies, interventional design).
- Author information and affiliations.
- Presenting author’s CV and headshot.
- Current AWIR fellow/trainee member status.
Once the submission window closes, our expert committee will review all abstracts and decide whether your abstract is accepted as a podium or poster-only presentation.
Podium presentation
5 minutes on our Main Stage
Poster presentation
5 minutes during poster tours
**If your abstract is accepted, all presentations must be either in person or pre-recorded.
Advance Your Career Through Education
AWIR is constantly producing targeted educational opportunities to address your educational needs and interests, and prepare you for integration into the rheumatology workforce. These include:
