April 20th-21st, 2026 in Seattle, WA or Virtual

Call for Poster Abstracts

Submit by 12/19/25 11:59PM PT

Share your lab stewardship experiences by submitting a poster abstract. Suitable abstracts include case studies, retrospective and prospective studies describing measurable interventions or process changes, and quality improvement processes – successes and failures are encouraged.

Acceptance to the poster session will require presenting authors to purchase registration for in-person attendance of the PLUGS Summit, April 20 and 21, 2026.

The CME Program Committee will award the Best Abstract based on the overall rankings. The Best Abstract will receive $500 travel support, complimentary registration, a ribbon to display on their poster, and will be highlighted at the Summit Banquet.

Submitting authors will be notified of acceptance decisions by January 16, 2026.

Additional Details:

The Edgewater Hotel 

A block of rooms will be available at The Edgewater Hotel, walking distance to the Bell Harbor Conference Center. Stay tuned for details!

PLUGS will host the Summit Banquet in the Olympic Ballroom of The Edgewater Hotel, the evening of April 20th, where attendees can enjoy stunning views of Puget Sound.

Sponsor the PLUGS Summit

As a supporter, your company will be able to gain insider access to lab industry players and trends, create long-term mutually beneficial relationships with clients, and help to improve the quality of care that patients receive nationally.

View the Sponsorship Flyer or send PLUGS your completed PLUGS Summit Sponsorship LOA to secure your sponsorship level today.

Please contact PLUGS@seattlechildrens.org with any questions.