2025 Global Myositis Patient Conference
September 18–21, 2025
Sheraton Dallas Hotel
Dallas, TX, US
Heroes in the Fight is a celebration of leadership, resilience, science, and care in myositis. 2025 marks the fourth annual event hosted by TMA to celebrate the strength of our patient community. We also pay tribute to the dedicated researchers making progress in myositis. Finally, we recognize the myositis experienced clinicians providing extraordinary care to families affected by this rare collection of diseases.
This special gala takes place during TMA’s 30th MyoCon (separate tickets required with $75 registration/donation). Stay tuned as we share more details on the outstanding individuals and institutions who will be applauded for their efforts to achieve a world without myositis.
Not sure what to wear? Embrace the celebration! Whether you prefer stylish cocktail attire or elegant formal wear, choose what makes you feel confident and comfortable.
Saturday, September 20, 2025
Reception and Dinner beginning at 6:00pm CT
THESE ARE OUR HEROES
Victoria P. Werth, MD
Heroes in Research Award
Professor of Dermatology and Medicine, University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine
Chief of the Division of Dermatology, Philadelphia Veterans Administration Hospital
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
The Heroes in Research Award is presented to an investigator who has demonstrated significant commitment to and progress toward improving our understanding of myositis diseases through innovative research.
Mayo Clinic
Heroes in Healthcare Award
Inflammatory Myositis Clinic, Department of Rheumatology and Neuromuscular Disease Division, Department of Neurology
Rochester, Minnesota
The Heroes in Healthcare Award is presented to a healthcare institution with teams of healthcare providers that excel in caring for those who live with myositis.
Nancy Harber and Rhonda Rogers
Marianne Moyer Myositis Leader Award
La Mesa, California and San Diego, California
The Marianne Moyer Myositis Leader Award recognizes TMA volunteers who lead the way in our myositis community by helping others. Marianne helped TMA create the Keep In Touch (KIT) groups, mentored many emerging support and affinity groups, and served in leadership roles including TMA Board of Directors Chair. Read a tribute to Marianne on TMA’s blog.
Donate in Honor of Our Awardees
THANK YOU, SPONSORS
We are grateful to Abcuro and Bristol Myers Squibb for partnering with TMA to pay tribute to the individuals and families affected by myositis. Pharmaceutical companies, manufacturers of assistive devices and medical equipment, nonprofits, and other partners are invited to sponsor our signature gala!
With Heroes in the Fight Sponsorship at $5,000, you will support the best of our community while increasing visibility of your organization. Sponsors receive a hosted table for 8 and recognition in press release, gala program, signage, and other channels.