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Full House in Phoenix

The 2009 HDSA National Convention drew over 750 family members, researchers, clinicians and other interested parties to Phoenix. The opening ceremonies, Focus on Family Care Forum and the Research Forum drew capacity crowds, as did seven tracks of workshops.

To view presentations from the Convention workships, visit www.hdsa.org/convworkshops

Opening Ceremony

MSAC Chair Marcy MacoDonald Introduces Charles Sabine

HDSA CEO Louise Vetter Welcomes Attendees

Exhibit Hall with Memorial Quilt in background

NYA President Cathy Colyer presents award to Jean Miller

Saturday Morning Walk-a-Thon Participants

NYA Silent Auction Draws Attentive Bidders

Saturday Gala Candlelighting Ceremony

Barbara Boyle Honored by Glenn Smith, Walt Johnston, Kent Westbrook

Post Gala Dance Party in full swing -- until 1AM

Sunday Morning Roundtables