Logistics

Immunohematology & Blood Transfusion Symposium

All non-NIH identified vehicles will be searched at campus entry points. Picture identification is required to gain entrance on campus as well as entrance into any NIH buildings.

Parking is limited at NIH and parking regulations are strictly enforced. Visitors entering in a vehicle will get screened and receive badge at the perimeter while their car is being inspected. Visitors must show one (1) form of identification (a government-issued photo ID, driver's license, passport, green card, etc.).

Pedestrians coming from the Metro will be screened and receive a badge at the Gateway Visitor Center. Public transportation is recommended due to limited parking.

Due to the checking of IDs at the perimeter, visitors will not be required to show their ID again to gain access to the majority of buildings on the NIH Bethesda campus during the normal business day.

Directions

NOTICE: There are new security measures in place on the NIH campus. Click here for important information.

Getting On and Off Campus
All visitors including patients, contractors, vendors and delivery persons must use the entrances denoted here: (see the Visitors Campus Access Map).

Driving Directions (Visit here for detailed directions)
From the Capital Beltway (I-495):
Take the Wisconsin Avenue exit south (to Bethesda). NIH campus is approximately one mile on right.
From Wisconsin Avenue north:
NIH campus is approximately one mile past downtown Bethesda on left.

Hotel Information

Registrants are responsible for making their own hotel arrangements.

Misc.

The Masur Auditorium is equipped with an infrared system to accommodate those who need amplification of sound. If you need special assistance such as sign language or oral interpretation, or other reasonable accommodations, please contact Karen Byrne (301496-8335) or Thomasine Smith (301 496-4506) at least two weeks prior to the event.