Chicago is that “toddling town,” according to the immortal croonings of Frank Sinatra. It’s also set to become “endocrine central” when ENDO 2026 arrives June 13 – 16. Spread out along the shoreline of Lake Michigan, the Windy City is a quintessential American metropolis, with iconic skyscrapers, beautiful parks, charming neighborhoods, fabulous restaurants, and one of the largest convention centers in the world — McCormick Place West! The superlatives of this beautiful city are matched only by ENDO itself. Each ENDO brings together more than 7,200 endocrine clinicians and researchers from around the world for an intensive week of learning and networking. The meeting provides us with an opportunity to share our latest findings and best practices. It allows us to explore new innovations and services that enhance our caregiving and research endeavors. It allows us to celebrate our field’s luminaries who have paved the way for our current success, and to help nurture those who will make our field thrive well in the future. And much more. Yes, ENDO is a big deal!
Chicago is that “toddling town,” according to the immortal croonings of Frank Sinatra. It’s also set to become “endocrine central” when ENDO 2026 arrives June 13 – 16. Spread out along the shoreline of Lake Michigan, the Windy City is a quintessential American metropolis, with iconic skyscrapers, beautiful parks, charming neighborhoods, fabulous restaurants, and one of the largest convention centers in the world — McCormick Place West! The superlatives of this beautiful city are matched only by ENDO itself. Each ENDO brings together more than 7,200 endocrine clinicians and researchers from around the world for an intensive week of learning and networking. The meeting provides us with an opportunity to share our latest findings and best practices. It allows us to explore new innovations and services that enhance our caregiving and research endeavors. It allows us to celebrate our field’s luminaries who have paved the way for our current success, and to help nurture those who will make our field thrive well in the future. And much more. Yes, ENDO is a big deal! I’m excited we’re returning to Chicago for this meeting. I want to share some ENDO highlights that you won’t want to miss. ENDO 2026 Offers Wealth of Programming Education lies at the heart of our meeting. This year, ENDO will offer more than 200 sessions that explore the latest developments across the full array of hormone science and clinical topics. These sessions will be led by top investigators, expert clinicians, and renowned educators from around the world. Education lies at the heart of our meeting. This year, ENDO will offer more than 200 sessions that explore the latest developments across the full array of hormone science and clinical topics. These sessions will be led by top investigators, expert clinicians, and renowned educators from around the world. To help make the most of your attendance, ENDO programming is divided into a series of tracks: Symposia , which offers the chance to explore topics from virtually every major therapeutic area of endocrinology and hormone science; Basic Science Pathways , which highlight presentations tailored to deliver updates and latest breakthroughs in hormone research. Meet the Professor and Meet the Scientist sessions, which provide insights from experts on treating a variety of endocrine conditions as well as the latest scientific research; and Professional Development Workshops, which offer attendees the chance to learn from professionals who have experienced the ups and downs of careers in endocrine care and research and learn how to accelerate your own future. I’m always excited to hear the real-life experiences of our field’s successful colleagues. One that stands out is the Meet the Scientist session, “How Did I Get Here? A Career Perspective from a Basic Scientist,” presented on Saturday, June 13 from 3:30–4:15 PM CT by Keith Yamamoto, PhD, vice chancellor for science policy and strategy and vice dean for research, School of Medicine at the University of California, San Francisco. Sessions like these are always illuminating. Not to be missed: Among ENDO ’s most popular events are the plenary sessions. Designed to appeal to all attendees, these sessions explore the hottest topics in science and clinical care, along with their social implications. This year’s plenary sessions and speaker lineups are: Saturday, June 13, 8:00–9:30 AM: Unraveling Hormonal Complexity: Genomics, Sex Differences, and Physiology Single-cell Genomics: New Frontiers in Endocrine Health, presented by I. Sadaf Farooqi, FRCP, FMedSci, FRS Hormones and Sex Differences in Brain-Body Physiology, presented by Holly A. Ingraham, PhD Sunday, June 14, 8:00–9:15 AM Metabolism in Motion: Endocrine Regulation as a Launchpad for Therapeutic Innovation Nuclear Receptors and Their Target Genes in Health and Disease, presented by Steven Kliewer, PhD Mechanism-based Discovery of a New Generation of Endocrine Therapies for Breast and Prostate Cancer, presented by Donald P. McDonnell, PhD Monday, June 15, 8:00–9:15 AM Molecular Mechanisms in Hormone Signaling: From Bench to Bedside Insulin-Stimulated Glucose Transport and Its Implications for Metabolic Disease Mechanisms, presented by Barbara Kahn, MD Underlying the Metabolic Magic of GLP-1 Medicines, presented by Dan Drucker, MD Connect with our plenary speakers at the ENDO booth at our Post-Plenary Discussions, where attendees will be invited to engage in a moderated discussion with each of our esteemed plenary speakers. Exploring the ENDOExpo Another highlight of our annual meeting is the ENDOExpo. The bustling exposition hall is home to more than 100 exhibitors, Science & Innovation Theaters, and a series of Industry Connect sessions, all showcasing the latest products, technologies and insights tailored to the endocrine community. The hall also will host nearly 2,000 poster abstracts covering the latest scientific discoveries and advancements in endocrinology. I’m always impressed, and a bit awed, by seeing the sheer number of these detailed research posters each year. Poster presentations provide an important opportunity for early career researchers to showcase their work for our global community. As you walk the poster floor, I encourage you to engage with the self-guided Poster Highlight Tour, which will feature presentations of the highest-scored posters at ENDO . The meeting provides us with an opportunity to share our latest findings and best practices. It allows us to explore new innovations and services that enhance our caregiving and research endeavors. It allows us to celebrate our field’s luminaries who have paved the way for our current success, and to help nurture those who will make our field thrive well in the future. And much more. While you’re in the ENDOExpo, I invite you to visit the Endocrine Society booth where you can connect with our staff members and participate in interactive programs and experiences designed to inspire and engage. Also, don’t forget to check out the popular Bark Park, where our furry friends return to brighten your day and bring a little joy to your meeting experience. Networking Opportunities My final ENDO advice: Never underestimate the life-changing value of networking. ENDO is filled with many informal networking events, activities, and receptions that allow attendees to make new friends and reconnect with old ones — friends who may give you a leg up on a potential job. This includes the International Welcome Reception, taking place Friday, June 12, from 6:00-7:00 PM CT. Another popular networking activity is our popular ENDO Mentor Program. Attendees starting out in their careers can shadow seasoned veterans and learn from their experiences. And if you want to get a bit of fresh air and exercise, I suggest the ENDO 2026 5K Fun Run/Walk, taking place on Sunday, June 14 at 6:00 AM CT. Finally, I’d like to extend a huge thank you to our generous sponsors who help make ENDO a reality. I look forward to ENDO each year, especially in the big, beautiful city of Chicago. See you there! The post ENDO 2026 Offers the World of Endocrinology in the City of Chicago appeared first on Endocrine News .