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WILLIAMSBURG – Medical Symposium at Great Wolf Lodge
Registration is now closed. Email heather@vahemophilia.org to added to the waitlist.
📅 September 12–14, 2025
đź“Ť Great Wolf Lodge Conference Center | Williamsburg, VA
The VHF Medical Symposium is a weekend event designed to educate, empower, and connect members of the bleeding disorders community. Attendees will explore current and emerging treatment options, access to care, and other important medical topics—all in a welcoming, family-friendly setting.
This event includes educational sessions, on-site childcare, waterpark access, meals, and overnight accommodations—all at no cost to eligible VHF constituents ($50 per household registration fee).
➡️ Please note: Access to overnight accommodations and the water park is only available to those who attend the Saturday Medical Symposium meeting.
Weekend Schedule & Highlights
Friday, September 12 Water park access begins when it opens Friday for those staying overnight. Hotel check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
Saturday, September 13 – Medical Symposium (Begins at 8:00 AM)
- Enjoy breakfast and connect with industry sponsors to learn about the latest innovations in care.
- Attend our keynote session: “Back to the Future: Is Everything Old New Again for Bleeding Disorders?” Presented by Henry Mead, PhD, MBA, MPA
- Take part in breakout sessions with diagnosis-specific content for a personalized experience.
- On-site childcare and youth/teen programming will be provided by Camp Holiday Trails, A Helping Hand, and GutMonkey.
- Enjoy optional overnight accommodations and more waterpark fun Saturday evening.
Sunday, September 14 No scheduled activities or meals. A relaxing departure day.
Go here to download the meeting agenda.
ℹ️ Important Details
- Open to all ages – not limited to families with children.
- To reserve a room, at least one person in your group must be age 21+.
- $50 registration fee per household – due after registration closes on August 8, 2025 (payment link will be sent at that time).
- Space is limited and determined by our Program Registration Guidelines.
âś… Eligibility Requirements
To be eligible, you must meet all of the following:
- Have an inherited bleeding disorder, or be the spouse/partner/parent/caregiver of someone who does
- Live in the VHF coverage area or receive care for your bleeding disorder within it. Click here to see if you meet the eligibility requirements.
We’re so excited to welcome you for a weekend of learning, connection, and community fun!