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April 14-17 | Atlanta, GA

48th Annual Meeting & Scientific Sessions

48th Annual Meeting & Scientific Sessions
Events: 48th Annual Meeting & Scientific Sessions
Proven Science. Better Health.

SBM's 48th Annual Meeting & Scientific Sessions

   April 14-17, 2027        Hilton Atlanta | Atlanta, GA

Partnerships that Produce: Real-World Applications of Our Science

The 2027 Annual Meeting will showcase the importance of partnerships to advance behavioral medicine. Sustained collaborations are vitally important to conducting implementation science projects, community-based participatory research, and studies addressing social determinants of health. Technologies like artificial intelligence and machine learning are another growing area requiring cross-specialty partnerships. Read more about the Annual Meeting’s partnership theme here.

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The SBM Annual Meeting

Experience the energy of the Society of Behavioral Medicine’s Annual Meeting—a place where connections spark, science advances, and collaboration shapes the future of health. This video captures what makes our meeting unique: a professional home defined by community, synergy, advocacy, and opportunity.

Whether you’re here to present, learn, network, or lead, the Annual Meeting is where it all comes together.

Annual Meeting

What To Expect

 
Cutting-Edge Research

Explore the latest innovations in behavioral medicine research across 31 topic areas, including digital health, methods and measurement, and health disparities.

 
Networking Opportunities

Connect with colleagues, collaborators, and mentors from around the world, fostering new partnerships that can drive positive changes in behavioral medicine.

 
Motivating Keynote & Master Lecture Speakers

Gain valuable insights from leading experts in behavioral medicine as they share the latest research, trends, and innovative approaches to improving health outcomes.

 
Personal & Professional Development

Learn how to apply behavioral science in clinical practice, policy, and community health to stay at the forefront of the field.

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Spring in Atlanta!

Atlanta in the springtime is vibrant, warm, and full of energy. Expect sunny days and lively neighborhoods, where outdoor festivals, food markets, and live music bring the city to life. Visitors can explore leafy parks and trails like the Atlanta Beltline Trail, dive into Atlanta’s rich history at museums and cultural sites, and cool off with Southern treats like peach ice cream or sweet tea. While the heat can be intense, the city’s mix of culture, cuisine, and Southern hospitality makes it a fun and memorable

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Become A Member

SBM members form a community of experts in behavioral medicine practice and research.
Whether you’re a medical practitioner, academic, or policy advocate, SBM offers a wide range of benefits and resources.

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Important

Annual Meeting Dates And Deadlines

 

Abstracts Open

Thursday, July 16, 2026
 
 

Abstracts Close

Deadline extended to Friday, September 4, 2026
 
 

Rapids Open

October 2026. Exact date to be announced.
 
 

Rapids Close

November 2026. Exact date to be announced.
 
 

Student Volunteer Applications Open

January 2027. Exact date to be announced. 
 
 

Registration Opens

November 2026. Exact date to be announced.
 
 

Early Bird Registration Ends

Early registration discounts end at 11:59 p.m. ET on Wednesday, February 17, 2027. You can still register after that, but at higher rates.
 
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