AWIR LOUISIANA - New Orleans Local Chapter Meeting

Join your AWIR colleagues for an exceptional lunch featuring Creole cuisine in the French Quarter, followed by an exciting chemistry class of liquid flavors, hosted by our esteemed local chapter leaders, Dr. Elise Abdalla, and AWIR Vice President Dr. Gwenesta B Melton.

Whether you’re a seasoned rheumatologist or new to the field, this event offers the perfect opportunity to network with your peers, nourish and nurture your spirit, and celebrate the impactful work of Women in Rheumatology. Your presence will help build the vibrant community we’re creating. Let’s continue fostering connection and collaboration as we grow together. AWIR style!

Host: Elise Abdalla, MD and Gwenesta B Melton , MD

Location: Brennan’s, Morphy Room - 417 Royal St., New Orleans, LA

Date: Saturday, March 21st 2026

Time: 12: 30PM - 4:00PM CDT

Important Notice: After lunch, our next location for mixology class is New Orleans School of Cooking - 524 St. Louis St, New Orleans, LA

Registration: Please RSVP by Thursday, March 19th 2026 to reserve your spot!

Click here  to register and join the meeting

Agenda: 

12:30PM Lunch

2:30PM Mixology Class

AWIR Topic: Updates

Speaker: Ann Westra, MD