Call for Abstract Reviewers
This call is now open through October 7
AAHPM and HPNA invite you to lend your expertise as a reviewer for the Scientific Research and Early Career & Professionals in Training Call for Abstracts for the 2026 Annual Assembly of Hospice and Palliative Care.
Your insights are vital to shaping a high-quality, evidence-informed educational program for the annual conference. As a reviewer, you’ll play a key role in evaluating submissions that contribute to advancing the field and supporting the professional growth of your peers.
Please review the qualifications for each reviewer category below to determine which role best fits your experience and interests — and sign up to help us build an exceptional program.
The Scientific Research and Early Career & Professionals in Training Call for Reviewers will close on Tuesday, October 7 at 11:59pm PT.
Scientific Research Reviewers
We welcome academic scientists, post-doctoral trainees, and researchers to review submissions for the Scientific Research Call for Abstracts. This is a great opportunity to contribute to the integrity of the scientific program, grow professionally, and connect with the research community.
Ideal reviewers will be able to assess abstracts based on:
- Scientific content and significance
- Methodological rigor
- Relevance and impact in hospice and palliative care
Membership in AAHPM or HPNA is no longer a prerequisite for applying to become a reviewer. To ensure a fair, rigorous, and informed review process, reviewers should meet the following:
- Familiarity with a range of research designs, data collection techniques, and analytical methods
- Ability to provide objective, unbiased evaluations
- Availability to complete assigned reviews by the designated deadline
- Complete a conflict-of-interest disclosure form to support fair and balanced educational content
- Access the online abstract review portal, with clear scoring criteria, definitions, and instructions
- For outlier scores, provide brief, constructive comments to assist the committee in final decisions. Comments may be shared confidentially with authors upon request.
- Reviewers will be notified of application outcome the end of November
Please refer to the Scientific Research Reviewer Guidelines and Rubric for detailed abstract scoring criteria.
Application Deadline: Tuesday, October 7 at 11:59pm PT
Review Period: October 17 – November 3
Assignment: 12-16 abstracts per reviewer
Estimated Time: 4-6 hours total
Early Career Professionals in Training Reviewers
As a reviewer, you’ll assess abstracts for originality, relevance, clarity, and potential impact—playing a vital role in curating meaningful content for the Annual Assembly.
Help us foster mentorship, innovation, and excellence in hospice and palliative care. Apply today to be a peer reviewer and make a lasting impact.
Membership in AAHPM or HPNA is no longer a prerequisite for applying to become a reviewer.
We welcome reviewers from a wide range of disciplines and backgrounds, including:
- Experienced Clinicians and Educators with a strong foundation in hospice and palliative care
- Faculty and Preceptors who mentor students, residents, or fellows
- Individuals with prior experience reviewing abstracts or educational content
- Interdisciplinary Professionals with demonstrated expertise in clinical care or academic work
- Complete a conflict-of-interest disclosure form to support fair and balanced educational content
- Access the online abstract review portal, with clear scoring criteria, definitions, and instructions
- For outlier scores, provide brief, constructive comments to assist the committee in final decisions. Comments may be shared confidentially with authors upon request.
- Reviewers will be notified of application outcome the end of November
Please refer to the Early Career Professionals in Training Guidelines and Rubric for detailed abstract scoring criteria.
Application Deadline: Tuesday, October 7 at 11:59pm PT
Review Period: October 17 – November 3
Assignment: 12-16 abstracts per reviewer
Estimated Time: 4-6 hours total
How to Apply
- Log into your Annual Assembly Account
- Enter your name and credentials
- Select “Scientific Research Reviewer” or “Early Career and Professionals in Training Reviewer” from the Reviewer Application dropdown menu
- Complete the corresponding application
If you’d like to review for both Scientific Research and Early Career and Professionals in Training, a separate application for both is required.
If you require assistance or have questions about the reviewer process, please e-mail [email protected] or call 847.375.4712 between 8:30am-5pm CT, Monday through Friday.