Patient and Loved One Summit
Our annual Patient and Loved One Summit was held on August 7-9, 2025.
Our 2025 Summit, held at The Study in University City in Philadelphia, drew hundreds of in-person and virtual attendees from around the world. Four countries were represented onsite, with patients and loved ones traveling from across the United States, Canada, Chile and Mexico, and more joining in virtually.
In-person attendees enjoyed a welcome reception hosted by our Warriors on day one, followed by a packed agenda for everyone on day two. On day three, those participating in-person took part in an afternoon full of community and mini golf at Libertee Grounds in Philadelphia.
As always, the 2025 Summit offered a multitude of educational information, the latest research updates, and numerous opportunities for attendees to connect with others in our extraordinary CD community.
Congratulations to our 2025 Warrior Award Recipients who were recognized for their exemplary engagement with the CDCN and the support they provide to our patient and loved one community!
Adrienne CarterPatient of the Year |
Dave RockLoved One of the Year |
Thank you to Recordati for sponsoring our 2025 Patient and Loved One Summit, and to everyone who joined us in-person and virtually!
2025 Summit Session Recordings
Celebrating Our Previous Castleman Warrior Award Recipients
Each year, the Castleman Disease Collaborative Network presents a series of awards to members of our community in recognition of their impact, whether through research, patient care, support, advocacy, awareness building or fundraising. The following award recipients truly embody the values of patient focus, innovation, collaboration, impact with urgency, diversity and commitment.