Find Your Community at the MGFA National Patient Conference
Arizona Grand Resort & Spa
Phoenix, Arizona
March 30 – April 1, 2025
This annual event brings together all members of the myasthenia gravis community, including individuals living with MG, care partners, family members, and leading MG experts.
The 2025 conference will feature a wide range of sessions on MG research, treatment updates, and discussions designed to help you and your family better manage your MG journey. It’s a wonderful opportunity to learn about the latest in MG treatments and discoveries while connecting with others in the community.
This year, we are excited to introduce several new elements, including interactive workshops, expanded Q&A sessions with top MG researchers and clinicians, and dedicated networking opportunities for attendees to connect with one another and share their experiences.
There is no cost for patients and care partners/family members to attend, thanks to generous support from our partners. However, we kindly ask that you only register if you plan to attend in person, to ensure the most effective use of our resources.
More information about virtual conference options will be available soon.
Don’t miss this opportunity to learn about the latest in MG treatments and discoveries while connecting with others in the community.
Fees and Registration
| In Person – Early Bird Register by December 21 | In Person Register by February 16 | In Person After February 16 / On Site Registration | |
| Patient or Caregiver | FREE | FREE | FREE |
| Health Care Professional | $450 | $550 | $650 |
| MGFA Partners and Sponsors | $650 | $750 | $850 |
Email mgfa@myasthenia.org with registration questions.
Event Agenda
Sunday, March 30
The conference kicks off in the afternoon with an engaging “Meet the MGFA” session, offering attendees a chance to connect with the organization’s mission, leadership, and initiatives. This is followed by a welcome dinner, where you can enjoy great food while building connections with fellow attendees, healthcare professionals, and patient advocates in a relaxed, friendly atmosphere.
Monday, March 31
The first full day of the conference is packed with informative and interactive sessions designed to empower, educate, and connect patients, caregivers, and healthcare professionals. Throughout the day, attendees will engage with panel discussions on the latest advancements in treatment and MG management, and engage in hands-on workshops. Opportunities for networking and exhibitor visits are included, and the day concludes with a themed Western dinner and award ceremony.
Tuesday, April 1
In our final day, attendees can continue to engage with one another, hear from experts within the rare disease field, and enjoy the company of their fellow community members. The day’s scheduled events will conclude by early afternoon.
About the Venue
All events take place at the Arizona Grand Resort & Spa.
Arizona Grand Resort & Spa
8000 South Arizona Grand E, Phoenix, AZ 85044
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The Arizona Grand Resort & Spa is a world-class AAA Four Diamond resort with golf, restaurants, a full-service spa, and the Oasis water park, all nestled in the beautiful South Mountains. The resort offers amenities to support those in the MG Community with accessibility needs, such as ADA-accessible guest rooms and a wheelchair-accessible golf cart service to take you between sections of the resort. MGFA’s conference will take place in a building near our room block to minimize your need to walk between locations.
The resort is located about ten minutes south of Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport.
Volunteer
Consider volunteering some of your time to help us produce this fantastic event. Volunteer opportunities include greeting attendees, registration, event set up, supporting patients and caregivers, and more. We will work with you to help find the best opportunity while always considering your own well-being.
We will also have volunteer opportunities for those attending virtually. Please reach out if you are interested.
Fill out our Volunteer Connect form to be considered for a volunteer role.
Things To Do in Phoenix
Learn more about what to do in Phoenix while you’re in town, including mobility-friendly and accessible attractions and resources. Our venue is near outdoor activities, cultural arts, museums, great dining, and shopping. March is a great time to enjoy outdoor activities, especially in the morning and evening.
- South Mountains offer nearby hiking within the Sonoran Desert landscape. Javelina Canyon Trailhead near the resort offers two easy to moderate hike options, while the Pima Canyon Trailhead is a good starting point for an easy, flat trail as well as more moderate options. Pima Canyon Trailhead also has restrooms, water, and a shaded ramada.
- Nearby casual dining options include The Farm at South Mountain, a bucolic oasis of greenery where you can enjoy a coffee or sandwich under the pecan trees. Don’t miss the In-N-Out Burger just outside the resort entrance for a true West Coast experience!
- The nearby Papago Park area is home to the Phoenix Zoo, Desert Botanical Garden, and the Hole in the Rock.
- Downtown Phoenix is home to many wonderful museums, including the Heard Museum, Phoenix Art Museum, and the Children’s Museum of Phoenix, as well and world-class restaurants and performing arts venues.
2024 National Patient Conference
You can watch all the sessions, volunteer awards, and the keynote speech from the 2024 conference in Tampa. View the 2024 National Patient Conference recap here.
