2026 Emerging Topic Conference: Unified Frontiers in Liver Disease — Treating Steatosis, Cholestasis, and Beyond

CALD and MASLD Special Interest Group (SIG) Joint Program:

Unified Frontiers in Liver Disease — Treating Steatosis, Cholestasis, and Beyond

Take part in three days of the most progressive discussion on liver disease care with global experts.

Day 1 kicks off with a deep clinical focus on cholestatic liver diseases, diving into current and emerging approaches for primary sclerosing cholangitis (PSC) and primary biliary cholangitis (PBC). Explore real-world management challenges, new therapeutic targets, and the latest in patient stratification and care redesign.

Days 2–3 shift to the rapidly evolving landscape of steatotic liver disease (SLD), spotlighting MASLD, MetALD, and the latest in SLD research and care. Dive into exciting advancements in noninvasive diagnostics, fibrosis staging, and therapeutic development. Explore how cutting-edge science is reshaping our understanding of metabolic and environmental contributors—and what that means for real-world patient care.

Whether you're looking to sharpen your clinical edge or stay ahead of the evolving science, this program delivers the insights and connections you need to lead in today’s fast-moving liver care landscape.

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When & Where

Date: Friday, March 13, 11:00 am - Sunday, March 15, 3:00 pm (EDT)
Location: Four Seasons, Las Vegas, Nevada

Please note: The event takes place in Las Vegas, NV. Therefore, the start time is 8 a.m. PST on Friday, March 13, ending on Sunday, March 15 at 2 p.m. PST. 

Who Should Attend

This program is designed for:

  • Hepatologists, gastroenterologists, and liver transplant specialists
  • Basic and translational scientists in liver disease
  • Clinical researchers, fellows, and health care professionals focused on liver care
  • Industry and policy professionals shaping the future of liver health

Learning Objectives

  • Examine emerging therapeutic strategies in cholestatic and steatotic liver diseases.
  • Explore the metabolic, genetic, and environmental factors driving liver pathogenesis.
  • Assess evolving concepts in MASLD, MetALD, and their clinical implications.
  • Redesign clinical approaches for diagnosis and treatment using biomarker-driven strategies.
  • Evaluate the efficacy and limitations of current and experimental treatment pathways.
  • Engage with future-forward topics, including digital pathology and translational research.

Agenda

Evolving Insights into Cholestatic Liver Disease Therapies and Methods to Disentangle Etiopathogenesis

8:00 a.m.
Session 1: A New Therapeutic Era in Cholestatic Liver Disease Could Improve the Patient Experience and Outcomes (Part 1)

10:00 a.m.
Session 2: A New Therapeutic Era in Cholestatic Liver Disease Could Improve the Patient Experience and Outcomes (Part 2)

1:15 p.m.
Session 3: Methodologic Innovation Provides New Clues to Cholestatic Liver Disease Pathogenesis and Treatments (Part 1)

3:15 p.m.
Session 4: Methodologic Innovation Provides New Clues to Cholestatic Liver Disease Pathogenesis and Treatments (Part 2)

6:30 p.m.
Day 1 adjourned

Steatotic Liver Disease: From Bench to Clinical Care and Public Policy

8:00 a.m.
Session 1: The Science of SLD and Dysmetabolism

10:00 a.m.
Session 2: Updates in MetALD

1:15 p.m.
Session 3: Clinical Care Pathways in SLD

3:30 p.m.
Session 4: Patients’ Perspectives and Public Health Approaches

5:10 p.m.
Day 2 adjourned

Steatotic Liver Disease: From Bench to Clinical Care and Public Policy

8:00 a.m.
Session 5: SLD Treatment and Prevention

10:00 a.m.
Session 6: Latest Findings in SLD Research (Oral Posters)

12:00 p.m.
Day 3 adjourned

Hotel Information

The Four Seasons Las Vegas
3960 S. Las Vegas Blvd.
Las Vegas, Nevada 89119

Check-in: 4 p.m. PST
Check-out: Noon PST
Rate: $329 per night, (plus taxes and fees)
The Four Seasons is a 15-minute trip from Harry Reid International Airport (LAS).

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Housing reservations must be booked by February 19, 2026, to receive AASLD's discounted rate.

Note: Full payment, including taxes, is due at the time of booking. Early departures will incur a fee by the Four Seasons.