Justification Toolkit

Need approval to attend ASPEN27? Use these resources to show your supervisor the value of attending.
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Make Your Case for Attending

Use the Conference Program to identify relevant sessions, the Justification Worksheet to outline learning opportunities and expenses, and the Sample Email to request approval from your supervisor.
Conference Program Coming Soon! Justification Worksheet (Word Document) Justification Email (Word Document)

Benefits of Attending ASPEN27

  • Four days of focused learning. Gain the latest research, evidence-based practices, clinical guidelines, and innovations in clinical nutrition and nutrition support.
  • Comprehensive education shaped by every nutrition support discipline. The interprofessional Conference Program Committee developed a program that reflects the perspectives and learning needs of the entire clinical nutrition care team.
  • Access to leading experts. Connect with top researchers, educators, clinicians, industry, and thought leaders to get your questions answered in one place.
  • Valuable professional connections. Build relationships with physicians, dietitians, pharmacists, nurses, and other nutrition professionals from around the world.
  • Opportunities to find mentors. Connect with experienced professionals who can offer career guidance, professional insight, and support for your continued development.
  • Continuing education credit. Meet professional requirements while advancing your knowledge and skills.
  • Knowledge you can bring back. Return with practical tools and resources to share with colleagues and apply to improve nutrition care and patient outcomes.

Tips to Save Up to $450 on Registration

  • Join ASPEN. Members save up to $450 on the main in-person conference with early registration and receive year-round member benefits.
  • Register early. Register early for the lowest rate and chances to win additional conference perks. Early registration ends November 18 and anyone who registers between September 9–October 20 will be entered in weekly drawings for additional conference perks!
  • Bring your team. Register three colleagues and get one registration free with ASPEN’s Buy 3, Get 1 Free group offer.

Which Registration Type Do I Need?

Select Physician If:
You are an MD, DO, DVM, or a non-healthcare or industry professional.
Select Professional If:
You are an RD, RN, RPh/PharmD, PhD, NP, PA, or any other type of health professional.
Select Early Career If:
You are within five years of licensure or registration, or are currently in training. See the eligibility chart.
Select Student If:
You are a full-time student at an accredited institution. See the eligibility chart.
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Select Your Desired Format

To attend in person:
Register for in person conference
to attend virtually:
Register for virtual conference