Individuals and organizations are presented with awards in recognition of their contributions to the science and practice of medicine, and Masterships and Honorary Fellowships are also presented. The Stage Party includes presidents or representatives from member societies of the International Society of Internal Medicine and the Royal Colleges and Academies. Presidents who are already members or Honorary Fellows, and distinguished guests representing presidents who could not themselves attend, sit on stage as Special Representatives. All gowning and preparation for Convocation takes place in Hall H of the Georgia World Congress Center. Several portrait packages are available.
Prices vary according to the selection.
Any Fellow or Master of the College may order a photograph in academic regalia. Those inducted at this Convocation may be photographed in their rented regalia on Thursday. The photographer will have extra regalia available for Friday's sittings and for any Fellows or Masters inducted in prior years. Gifts and Accessories for New Fellows Gifts and accessories for new Fellows are available for purchase in the College store, located in front of Hall F. International Poster Competition GWCC-Level 1 West, Foyer Area, opposite Room 168W Posters will be on display Thursday, and Friday, and will be judged on Friday with winners to be announced at the International Networking Reception on Friday night. Stephen C. Beuttel, FACP All College Members interested in advancing to Fellowship are invited to this special breakfast buffet.