MyoCon 2026: TMA’s Global Myositis Patient Conference

Learn. Connect. Thrive!
September 24–27, 2026
Hyatt Regency St. Louis at the Arch
315 Chestnut Street
St. Louis, Missouri 63102, USA

Heroes in the Fight is a celebration of leadership, resilience, science, and care in myositis. 2026 marks the fifth annual event hosted by TMA to celebrate the leadership and strength within 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 31st MyoCon. Join us to celebrate 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.

conference timeSaturday, September 26, 2026
Reception and Dinner beginning at 6:00pm CT

Heroes in the Fight Awards

Patient Ambassador Award

TMA’s Myositis Heroes in the Fight Patient Ambassador Award is annually presented to an individual that has demonstrated sustained effort and extraordinary success raising awareness of myositis diseases among the public.

Heroes in Research Award

Conrad “Chris” Weihl, MD, PhD

Professor of Neurology
Head of the Neuromuscular Section
Director of the Muscular Dystrophy Association Clinic Washington University School of Medicine
St. Louis, Missouri

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.

Heroes in Healthcare Award

Hospital for Special Surgery

Scleroderma, Vasculitis, and Myositis Center
Myositis Support Group
New York, New York

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.

The award will be accepted by David R. Fernandez, MD, PhD, Rheumatologist and Suzan Fischbein, LCSW, Support Group Coordinator.

Marianne Moyer Myositis Leader Award

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.

TMA’s Global Myositis Patient Conference

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THANK YOU

We are grateful to argenx, AstraZeneca, Bristol Myers Squibb, Octapharma, and Priovant for their support of myositis heroes.

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Thank you to sponsored table hosts: Pfizer and Keenova.

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.