Frequently Asked Questions - Annual Meeting

When does registration open?

Registration opens Dec. 1, 2025. Early bird registration is available through March 10, 2026. Regular registration is available until May 1, 2026. Late registration pricing begins May 2, 2026. Learn more about registration and pricing.

I have registered for the SAEM Annual Meeting but am now unable to attend. How do I obtain a refund?

Cancellation policy:

On or before March 10, 2026 - $50 cancellation fee
On or after March 15, 2026 - $100 cancellation fee
After May 1, 2026 - No refunds

Cancellations must be submitted to events@saem.org (Use the subject line: CANCEL). No telephone cancellations will be accepted.

I am presenting at the SAEM Annual Meeting. Do I have to pay to attend?

Yes, presenters must pay to attend the SAEM Annual Meeting.

SAEM may provide a complimentary one-day SAEM26 registration as a special exception to a potential speaker for an educational session or meeting who does not qualify for an SAEM membership category. The SAEM Executive Committee considers these requests when a potential speaker may add significant value to the unique learning experience of our membership when added to an educational session or meeting.

View criteria and request a special exception

I am a resident and am only attending the Chief Resident Forum for one day. Do I have to pay for a one-day pass as well as for the forum?

Yes. To attend the Chief Resident Forum, you’ll need to register for a one-day meeting pass and include the “Chief Resident Forum” option when completing your registration.

I am a medical student and am only attending the Medical Student Symposium for one day. Do I have to pay for a one-day pass as well as for the symposium?

Yes. To attend the Medical Student Symposium, you’ll need to register for a one-day meeting pass and include the “Medical Student Symposium” option when completing your registration.

Can I attend just the Residency & Fellowship Fair?

No. You’ll need a one-day SAEM Annual Meeting registration for the day of the fair in order to attend.

How can I find out when a group is convening during the SAEM Annual Meeting?

When available, a complete list of SAEM committee, academy, task force, and affiliate meetings will be posted in the SAEM Annual Meeting Program Planner, as well as in the SAEM Annual Meeting mobile app.

Who can attend SAEM academy and interest group meetings?

General academy and interest group meetings are open to all annual meeting attendees, and they are welcome and encouraged to attend. Members of SAEM academies and interest groups are urged to attend their academy and interest group meetings.

I am an SAEM committee/interest group/task force chair and need to change the meeting time for my group. Whom do I contact?

Contact your SAEM staff liaison for assistance.

Do I have to be a member of AWAEM or ADIEM to attend the AWAEM and ADIEM Luncheon?

No, anyone is welcome to attend the AWAEM and ADIEM Luncheon. Registration for this event opens December 1, 2025.

Can I register for the AWAEM and ADIEM Luncheon on site?

Yes, you can register for the luncheon on site, however, due to the popularity of this event, we recommend purchasing tickets in advance. Learn more about this event here: AWAEM and ADIEM Luncheon.

I am a moderator for the AWAEM and ADIEM Luncheon. Do I have to pay an attendance fee for the event?

Yes, you are required to pay to attend this event.

I need to contact the chair of my committee or task force before the SAEM Annual Meeting. How do I obtain the chair’s name and contact information?

Contact the SAEM Membership Department, membership@saem.org, for names and contact information of committee and task force chairs.

I called the host hotel and was told there are no more rooms available. Are there any other housing options for the SAEM Annual Meeting?

If the host hotel sells out, the SAEM meetings team will provide suggestions for housing options. Visit our housing page for more information.

I am planning my submission for the SAEM Annual Meeting. What additional guidance can you provide?

SAEM provides a wide range of helpful resources to support education submissions and presentations:

How long will the SAEM Annual Meeting mobile app be available?

Each year, the annual meeting mobile app becomes available in the spring before the conference and remains accessible for one year.

I cannot attend the SAEM Annual Meeting and am sending a substitute to present for me. Whom do I notify about this substitution?

For changes and inquiries about didactics and abstracts, please contact Andrea Ray at education@saem.org.

Please note that for SAEM26, all presenters are required to submit disclosures. Those with something to disclose cannot be added to a session after April 1, 2026.

In addition, we recommend all changes be requested before April 1, 2026, to ensure they are reflected in our annual meeting materials.

I am presenting at the SAEM Annual Meeting. Do I have to pay to attend?

Yes, all presenters must pay to attend the SAEM Annual Meeting.

SAEM may provide a complimentary one-day SAEM26 registration as a special exception to a potential speaker for an educational session or meeting who does not qualify for an SAEM membership category. The SAEM Executive Committee considers these requests when a potential speaker may add significant value to the unique learning experience of our membership when added to an educational session or meeting.

View criteria and request a special exception

How can I join an SAEM academy and/or interest group?

As an SAEM member you have the option of joining any SAEM academy or interest group — as many as you would like — for free! Joining an academy or interest group is easy:

Log into SAEM.org
Click "My Participation" in the upper navigation bar
Click "Update (+/-) Academies or Interest Groups"

How can I donate to the SAEM Foundation (SAEMF)?

You can donate to the SAEM Foundation by visiting www.saem.org/donate. You may also mail your donation check to SAEMF headquarters: 1111 East Touhy Ave, Suite 540, Des Plaines, IL 60018.

I require special assistance to attend the SAEM Annual Meeting. Whom do I contact to help with arrangements?

SAEM, our official annual meeting host hotel, and all other annual meeting venues comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you require special assistance or accommodation onsite, please contact SAEM staff at meetings@saem.org or (847) 257-SAEM (7236). To allow us to best assist you, please make your request by March 12.

I still have questions. Who should I contact?

Please contact our SAEM Annual Meeting team at education@saem.org.

What is the SAEM Code of Professional Conduct?

Members have a professional and ethical obligation to act in a manner that upholds the purposes, values, and objectives of SAEM.
Members shall conduct themselves in a professional manner while attending or participating in SAEM-sponsored events and all communications with SAEM staff.
While alcohol is served at many SAEM events, members shall not use any substance to an excess that negatively impacts the member's ability to act in a professional manner.
Members shall be honest and fair and act respectfully and with integrity.
Members shall not discriminate against members or SAEM staff regarding religion, race, ethnicity, color, national origin, gender, gender identity, sex, sexual orientation, or disability.

Conduct unbecoming of an SAEM Member should be reported to the CEO. The SAEM Executive Committee may refer the case to the SAEM Ethics Committee, which will investigate any reported breaches of professional conduct. We reserve the right to enforce the SAEM Code of Professional Conduct up to and including removal of SAEM Membership.

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