2025 ASAP Conference
Advancing Research, Treatment & Hope for Chiari Malformation, Syringomyelia & Related Disorders
Every year since 1989 the ASAP national conference has been an invaluable resource for those who attend. Our conferences are designed to bring together the top experts in the field of Chiari Malformation, Syringomyelia and related disorders.
Conference Date: July 21-24, 2025
CONFERENCE HOST
Dr. Brian Dlouhy is a pediatric and adult neurosurgeon at the University of Iowa Hospitals & Clinics and University of Iowa Children’s Hospital in Iowa City, Iowa. He completed his neurosurgery residency at the University of Iowa working extensively under Dr. Arnold Menezes. He now works side by side with Dr. Arnold Menezes treating all disorders of the craniovertebral junction (CVJ) in children and adults. He also has an active research program studying the pathophysiology of Chiari I malformation and other conditions of the CVJ.
PROGRAM
We understand that Chiari malformations and syringomyelia often occur hand-in-hand with related disorders and comorbidities. Our diverse group of roughly 30 conference presenters hold a variety of expertise and backgrounds, including neurosurgery, neuroradiology, pain management, rheumatology, orthopedics, genetics, psychiatry, pediatrics and much more.
REGISTRATION
LOCATION
Graduate by Hilton Iowa City
210 South Dubuque St
Iowa City, IA 52240
319-337-4058
Literary locale in the heart of downtown, the Graduate by Hilton Iowa City is proudly perched on the Ped Mall and a is twenty-minute walk from Kinnick Stadium, just ‘cross the river from campus. The lobby-level coffee shop and café is the perfect place to spark conversations on policy and opinion during a downtown caucus. Just steps away, the indoor-outdoor restaurant and bar serves as a central hub for catching a Hawkeyes game, blending downhome vibes with a vibrant menu of diverse cuisines and creative cocktails.
See our conference FAQ page for all hotel amenities and things to do around town.
To book an accessible room, please call the front desk at 319-337-4058 extension 0 and ask to book under the 2025 ASAP Conference.
Room block now open for a discounted nightly rate of $98!
Need Help Getting to Conference?
Champion your own ASAP fundraiser to earn points towards your conference fees. Learn more about LEARN Points.
ASAP awards conference scholarships to participating members. Scholarships include waiver of registration fee and payment of half of one hotel room. Applications are due June 15 and are awarded on a first come first serve basis. Learn about conference scholarships.
QUESTIONS?
Visit the conference FAQ page or contact Patrice Schaublin at [email protected].
