El Rio's 10th Annual Poster Fair

Call for abstracts open! Submit a poster abstract for the 10th Annual El Rio Health Poster Fair at the 2026 Southwestern Primary Care Research & Innovation Summit.

About the Poster Fair
About the Summit
2026 Southwestern Primary Care Research & Innovation Summit

Poster Abstract Submission & Presenter Guidelines

Thank you for your interest in participating as a poster presenter in El Rio Health’s 10th Annual Poster Fair at the 2026 Southwestern Primary Care Research & Innovation Summit. This page provides guidance for submitting a poster abstract and for preparing an accepted poster for the El Rio Health Annual Poster Fair. Check back regularly for updates. Additional information will be posted as it becomes available.  

Important Dates & Requirements (at-a-glance)

  • Abstract submission deadline: Feb 23, 2026
  • Presentation format: In-person posters (digital display option available)
  • Awards eligibility: In-person posters only
  • Works in progress: Welcome

Project Categories

Abstract Submission Deadline: February 23, 2026

We are seeking posters in the following categories:

Research Posters

Systematic investigation addressing real-world primary care or public health questions.

  • IRB determination status required or exemption noted.
  • Quantitative, qualitative, or mixed methods.

    Submit Research Abstract

    • Quality Improvement (QI) Posters

    Aim-driven projects focused on improving patient outcomes, access, or system performance.

  • PDSA or equivalent methods.
  • Outcomes may be process or clinical.

    Submit QI Abstract

    • Innovation & Program Design Posters

    New models, workflows, or programs that improve care but may not fit traditional research or QI.

  • Focus on feasibility, relevance, and potential impact

    Submit Innovation Abstract

    • Abstract Criteria

    (Applies to all submissions)

    • Abstracts are welcome from all disciplines, provided the project relates to primary care, public health, community health, or community-based practice.

    • Submitters must have permission to present findings and/or data from all involved community partners, organizations, or project collaborators, as applicable.

    • Projects should have undergone an appropriate internal approval or oversight process, consistent with the nature of the work (e.g., IRB review or exemption for research, organizational or departmental approval for quality improvement or innovation projects).

    • A lead presenter must be identified. Learners are expected to list their faculty advisor, attending, or research sponsor as a co-author when applicable.

    • Abstracts must follow the required structure and be clear, concise, well-organized, and well-written.

    Poster Presenter Planning Timeline

    Key Dates for Interested Presenters

    Poster Abstract Submission Open

    Please select the appropriate form for your project type.

    08 January - 23 February 2026

    Hard deadline!

    Poster Abstracts Due

    Submissions will not be accepted after this date.

    23 February 2026

    Abstract Review & Scoring Begins

    24 February 2026

    Check your email!

    Poster Acceptance Notices Sent

    01 March 2026

    Digital Poster Files Due for Review

    21 April 2026

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