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

Conference Registration and Pricing

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Toast Our Heroes!

  Price Deadline
Regular registration $359.00 Friday, August 28

Register by August 28 for Savings
Heroes in the Fight Gala $75.00 Saturday, September 19
Off-site excursions $35.00/$15.00 Saturday, September 19
Late/on-site registration $399.00 Sunday, September 27

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St. Louis Details

Upcoming Deadlines

Thursday, July 2

Friday, August 14

Friday, August 28

Saturday, August 29

Conference Program Format

  • General sessions: All conference attendees gather to be inspired by keynote speakers
  • Breakout sessions: Attendees gather in smaller groups, based on interest or diagnosis. 35-40 topical breakouts will be delivered at MyoCon 2026!
  • Exercise classes
  • Heroes in the Fight: Awards ceremony recognizing leadership, care, science, and resilience in the myositis community
  • Exhibits
  • Networking opportunities: Including Conference Buddies, and a special gathering for First-Time Attendees

In addition to what happens in St. Louis, attendees will gather virtually before and after to develop and maintain MyoCon connections. Don’t miss our virtual conference orientation, virtual breakout sessions, and virtual conference reunion!

Celebrating TMA Support and Affinity Group Milestones at MyoCon!

TMA Southwest Florida members at MyoCon 2022, Orlando, FL

Every year at MyoCon, TMA celebrates the support and affinity groups that make up the heart of our community. These milestones honor the groups themselves — the members who show up, share their stories, and support one another through the realities of living with myositis. This year, MyoCon 2026 is proud to recognize:

  • 30 years — TMA Kansas and Western Missouri, est. 1996 (led by Susan McLoughlin, Katheryn Goode, and Jodie Garcia)
  • 25 years — TMA Northern California, est. 2001 (led by Shawna Nielsen and Karen Dory, with founding leadership from Catherine Trejo and Rich Stevenson)
  • 20 years — TMA Southwest Florida, est. 2006 (led by Donna DeFant and Linda Sabatino, founded by Marianne Moyer and Barbara Kludig)
  • 15 years — TMA New Mexico and Northwest Texas, est. 2011 (led by Debbie Armstrong, as well as Stanley and Sheila Prather)

Thank you to the leaders named above, past and present, for your service in guiding these communities forward.

About MyoCon

Since 1995, TMA’s MyoCon has brought together the myositis community through our unforgettable Global Myositis Patient Conference. MyoCon is a cornerstone of TMA’s patient education, connection, and support!

Each September, hundreds of attendees and families gather with dozens of myositis specialists and expert presenters on everything related to myositis, its treatment, and how you can live your best life with these debilitating diseases. You’ll find workshops, research-based presentations, content for care partners, information about clinical trials, and much more!

While the value of our educational sessions and exhibit floor is tremendous, for many attendees the chance to meet and make friends with others who have their disease has been life-changing.

The official conference hash tag is #MyoCon2026.

Conference Scholarships

Conference scholarships are presented annually to TMA members. Don’t miss our special opportunities for newly diagnosed attendees, TMA Support and Affinity Group leaders, and global advocates.

Donate to Our Scholarship Fund

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