IDSA : IDSA 50th Anniversary

I Will Never Forget That Meeting: From anthrax to H1N1, IDSA distills what clinicians need to know. Watch the Video
The Year of Anthrax
Then and Now: from an elite, invitation-only gathering of academic giants … to a world-class scientific meeting that reflects the diversity and vibrancy of the field. Watch the Video
Maxwell Finland presents the first Bristol Award to Ellard M. Yow, 1964.
I’ll never forget that speaker: Memorable speakers who inspire and inform—you’re always guaranteed to learn something new. Watch the Video
Paul Volberding and Joel Ernst after watching "Before the Lifeboat," 2009.
My Favorite Part: poster rounds, interactive lectures, or hallway conversations? Watch the Video
Networking with colleagues
Where We Go From Here: IDSA--Flexible... agile... addressing problems in real time. Watch the Video
Sage advice from Jim Hughes, 2011.

The Past and Future of ID
IDSA Past Presidents Drs. Thomas Slama and John Bartlett speak about the history and the future of infectious diseases.
IDSA Presidents Forum >>
IDSA Past President Dr. Joseph Dalovisio reviews the first 40 years of IDSA history.
IDSA: Infancy to Adulthood in Four Decades >>
50th Anniversary Videos
In this series of videos, infectious disease and HIV luminaries reminisce about the IDSA Annual Meeting: memorable talks, groundbreaking science, clinical nuggets, and the fellowship of colleagues.
Watch the videos >>
50 Years in Photos
The history of IDSA, in pictures.

View the Photos >>
Share Your Memories
Share your Annual Meeting memories >>
Thanks for the Memories!

Thanks to all our attendees, abstract presenters, speakers, exhibitors, and Program Committee members.
Video credits: Meredith Mazzotta.
Photo credits: Joe Orlando, Inc. and Miller Photography.
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