World Congress on Insulin Resistance, Diabetes, and Cardiovascular Disease (WCIRDC) 2026
Event Date
December 3–5, 2026
Location
Los Angeles, CA
About This Show
AI-drafted summaryThe World Congress on Insulin Resistance, Diabetes & Cardiovascular Disease (WCIRDC) is a premier multidisciplinary CME conference and one of the leading global forums on cardio-renal-metabolic medicine — covering diabetes, obesity, lipids, and cardiovascular, kidney, and liver disease. Guided by the theme "Exploring New Frontiers in Metabolism," the Congress uniquely integrates basic and translational science with everyday clinical practice, bridging the latest discoveries from bench to bedside.
The program is designed for a broad clinical and scientific audience, including endocrinologists, cardiologists, nephrologists, internists and primary-care physicians, diabetologists, gastroenterologists, OB/GYNs, pediatricians, nurse practitioners, physician assistants, pharmacists, dietitians, and researchers. Attendees can earn up to 26.75 CME & ABIM-MOC credits.
It is worth attending for its intimate access to world-renowned faculty, its coverage of cutting-edge therapeutics (incretins/GLP-1 RAs and dual agonists, SGLT2 inhibitors, PCSK9 inhibitors, nsMRAs and more), and its live Q&A, panel discussions, clinical workshops, and Meet-the-Experts sessions. Delivered as a hybrid event, it combines a live in-person meeting with live-streamed sessions and 90 days of on-demand access.
Show Highlights
- Up to 26.75 CME & ABIM-MOC credits across a multidisciplinary cardio-renal-metabolic program.
- Theme: "Exploring New Frontiers in Metabolism — Tomorrow's Clinical Science. Today."
- Latest updates on incretins (GLP-1 RAs and dual agonists), SGLT2/SGLT2-1 inhibitors, PCSK9 inhibitors, nsMRAs, anticoagulants and antihypertensives.
- Coverage spanning dyslipidemia, atherosclerosis, hypertension, MASLD/MASH, CKD, heart failure, and ASCVD.
- Gerald Reaven Distinguished Leader Award keynote — for the upcoming edition, delivered by Dr. Tracey McLaughlin of Stanford on "Adipocyte Dysfunction and the Metabolic Heterogeneity of Obesity."
- Signature formats: live Q&A and panel discussions after each session, Clinical Workshops, and small-group Meet-the-Experts sessions.
- Abstract and poster program, with the highest-ranked abstracts selected for oral presentation.
- Hybrid delivery: live in-person plus live-streaming webinar and 90 days of on-demand access.
Registration
Registration is completed online through the official WCIRDC portal (cme.onl/wcirdc). Full registration includes CME credits, course materials, workshops, meals, refreshment breaks, and the Welcome Reception, plus access to the on-demand platform and app for 90 days.
Published tiers for the upcoming (24th) edition:
- Early Bird: $450 full / $175 one-day — through June 14, 2026
- Discounted: $550 full / $225 one-day — through September 17, 2026
- Regular: $650 full / $275 one-day — through December 2, 2026
- Onsite: $750 full / $325 one-day — through December 5, 2026
- On-Demand Access Only: $395 (no on-site access)
Discounts: Fellows/residents receive 25% off (50% off with an accepted abstract). Medical students register free with a $100 refundable attendance deposit. Cancellations between September 2 and November 2, 2026 incur a $75 fee; no refunds after November 2, 2026.
History
Founded in the early 2000s, WCIRDC grew out of the seminal work of Dr. Gerald Reaven, whose research crystallized the interplay among insulin resistance, diabetes, obesity, and cardiovascular disease. For over two decades the Congress has convened physicians, clinicians, and researchers worldwide, and its scope has expanded well beyond its original focus to encompass the kidney, liver, brain, bone, and cancer.
The meeting is chaired by Yehuda Handelsman, MD, of the Metabolic Institute of America, and is now in its third decade, with the upcoming meeting marking the 24th edition. It is jointly provided by the Metabolic Endocrine Education Foundation (MEEF) and Creighton University and administered by TMIOA (Tarzana, California).
Frequently Asked Questions
When and where is WCIRDC 2026 held?
The World Congress on Insulin Resistance, Diabetes & Cardiovascular Disease is scheduled for December 3-5, 2026 in Los Angeles, California. It is hosted at the Hilton Los Angeles/Universal City at 555 Universal Hollywood Drive, Universal City, CA 91608.
Who should attend WCIRDC?
The conference is designed for endocrinologists, cardiologists, nephrologists, internists and primary-care physicians, diabetologists, gastroenterologists, OB/GYNs, pediatricians, nurse practitioners, physician assistants, pharmacists, dietitians, and researchers. It targets clinicians and scientists interested in the pathophysiology, prevention, and treatment of diabetes, obesity, cardiovascular disease, and related metabolic conditions.
How much does registration cost and how do I register?
Registration is done online through the official WCIRDC portal. Full-conference fees range from $450 (Early Bird through June 14, 2026) up to $750 onsite, with one-day and on-demand-only ($395) options; residents and fellows receive discounts and medical students can register free with a refundable deposit.
How many CME credits can I earn?
Attendees can earn up to 26.75 CME & ABIM-MOC credits. The registration fee also includes course materials, workshops, meals, refreshment breaks, and the Welcome Reception.
Is WCIRDC in-person or virtual?
WCIRDC is a hybrid conference. It combines a live in-person meeting with live-streamed sessions, plus 90 days of on-demand access to the recorded content for registered attendees.
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