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July

American Orthopaedic Society for Sports Medicine (AOSSM) Annual Meeting 2026

July 8, 2026 to July 11, 2026
Seattle Convention Center, Seattle, WA
Registration opens Feb. 3 for the largest sports medicine conference in the country! Join experts in the field July 8-11 in Seattle for elite networking, cutting-edge research, and riveting discussion on the latest topics impacting your practice.
Specialties covered
Sports Medicine

September

International Federation of Foot & Ankle Societies (IFFAS) 9th Biennial Scientific Meeting

September 15, 2026 to September 19, 2026
Seattle, Washington, USA
IFFAS 9th Biennial Scientific Meeting
September 15-19, 2026
Seattle, Washington, USA
Hosted by the North American Federation of Foot and Ankle Surgeons
Specialties covered
Foot and Ankle

The International Pain and Spine Intervention Society (IPSIS) Annual Meeting

September 23, 2026 to September 26, 2026
Grand Hyatt Washington, Washington, D. C.
2026’s premier interventional pain gathering — the IPSIS Annual Meeting, will be in the US Capitol at the Grand Hyatt Washington September 23-26, 2026.
Specialties covered
Spine

October

UTHealth Houston 2026 Multidisciplinary Spine & Pediatric Scoliosis Symposium

October 1, 2026 to October 2, 2026
Memorial Hermann Hospital Memorial City, Houston, TX
Conference Objectives
Improve clinicians’ ability to detect, diagnose, and manage pediatric scoliosis by using validated screening tools, applying case based decision making for treatment selection, and performing comprehensive evaluations to distinguish idiopathic from neuromuscular scoliosis within a multidisciplinary care framework.
Review and demonstrate evidence based physical therapy approaches and postoperative rehabilitation algorithms for spine fusion patients.
Discuss operative and nonoperative options for lumbar spinal stenosis in a panel format to help clinicians compare indications, benefits, and limitations of each modality.
Provide evidence based instruction and clinical guidance on performing therapeutic epidural procedures for chronic spinal pain, aligned with current comprehensive practice guidelines.
Specialties covered
Pediatric
Spine

Acute Care Symposium

October 2, 2026
Morrison, CO, US
This comprehensive continuing medical education symposium, is designed to bridge the gap between pre-hospital intervention and definitive surgical care. In the high-stakes environment of Emergency Medical Services (EMS) and Clinical Care, the first sixty minutes—the "Golden Hour"—often dictate the patient's long-term trajectory. This conference moves beyond standard protocols, diving into the aggressive management of orthopedic catastrophes, precision burn resuscitation, and the neuro-resuscitation of the acute traumatic brain injury. Participants will transition from evidence-based didactic sessions in the morning to a Critical Skills Intensive in the afternoon. This immersive workshop focuses on "High-Risk, Low-Frequency" procedures, including surgical airways and junctional hemorrhage control. By synthesizing clinical theory with technical proficiency, this conference empowers providers to manage the most complex physiological threats with confidence and precision.
Specialties covered
Trauma

American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS) Reverse and Anatomic Total Shoulder Arthroplasty: Concepts and Techniques from Basic to Advanced

October 2, 2026 to October 3, 2026
OLC Education & Conference Center, 9400 W. Higgins Rd., Ste, 100, Rosemont, IL, 60018
Expand your approaches and modernize your techniques to improve patient outcomes.
Work alongside leading shoulder surgeons navigating the latest indications and strategies for total shoulder arthroplasty. From evaluation and planning through surgical application and post-operative management, advance your skills and discover technical pearls to optimize success.

Benefit from faculty surgical demonstrations, case debates, and rapid-fire panel discussions, then reinforce your learning with extensive time in the cadaver lab practicing:

Efficient and atraumatic techniques for surgical exposure
Deltopectoral approach
SSC peel vs. tenotomy vs. osteotomy
Tips and tricks for easy humeral and glenoid exposure
Stemmed and stemless anatomic TSA
Primary reverse TSA
Reverse TSA with tuberosity reconstruction for fracture
Enjoy sharing case challenges and networking with peers and faculty, returning to practice refreshed with new insights and options.
Specialties covered
Shoulder and Elbow

11th Annual All About Orthopedics 2026

October 9, 2026
Creighton University, Mike and Josie Harper Center, Ahmanson Ballroom, 602 N 20th St Omaha, NE 68102
A multidisciplinary review of basic concepts and cutting edge advances in orthopedics designed for all providers that care for patients with musculoskeletal issues.

Objectives:

Discuss the importance of nutrition related to orthopedic trauma.
Explore advancements in cartilage restoration.
Determine clinical and laboratory testing as it relates to knee arthroscopy and return to sport.
Identify strategies to treat complications in arthroplasty procedures.
Describe the connection with discharge planning in elective orthopedic surgeries and hospital utilization management.
Review updates in scoliosis management and treatment options.
Recognize spine health considerations related to exercise and sports performance.
Compare the types of meniscus tears and repair strategies
Explain thumb arthroplasty and therapy’s role in recovery.
Differentiate between lateral elbow tendinopathy and common differential diagnoses.
Examine Lisfranc injuries.
Specialties covered
General

2026 Cedars Sinai Orthopedic Trauma and Arthroplasty Symposium

October 9, 2026 to October 10, 2026
Sofitel Los Angeles at Beverly Hills, 8555 Beverly Boulevard, Los Angeles, CA
The Cedars Sinai Annual Orthopaedic Trauma and Arthroplasty Symposium is a multidisciplinary educational meeting that brings together orthopaedic surgeons, trainees, advanced practice providers, and allied healthcare professionals to discuss the latest advances in orthopaedic trauma and joint reconstruction. The symposium features expert-led lectures, case-based discussions, emerging technologies, surgical techniques, complication management strategies, and current research focused on improving patient outcomes in trauma and arthroplasty care.
Specialties covered
Trauma

American Society for Bone and Mineral Research (ASBMR) Annual Meeting

October 9, 2026 to October 12, 2026
John B. Hynes Veterans Memorial Convention Center, Boston, MA
The ASBMR Annual Meeting is the world's largest meeting in the bone, mineral, and musculoskeletal research field. Join more than 2,500 clinicians and researchers, from around the world, representing all career levels and a diversity of disciplines.
Specialties covered
General

Eastern Orthopaedic Association (EOA) 57th Annual Meeting

October 14, 2026 to October 17, 2026
Fontainebleau Miami Beach, Miami Beach, FL
Since its founding in 1970, the EOA has stood as a premier forum where orthopaedic surgeons, trainees and industry come together to share knowledge, foster collegiality, and engage in meaningful professional development, all within settings that also provide memorable and enjoyable experiences for our families.
Specialties covered
General

Flourishing in Medicine Core Workshop

October 14, 2026 to October 17, 2026
Chapin Mill Retreat Center, Batavia, NY
A retreat-like workshop. Please join us for a retreat-like workshop designed to energize your clinical work while helping you find joy and resilience, through honing your self-awareness and deep listening skills that are keys to navigating stressful and demanding situations you face daily. No prior experience is required.

Developed by physicians. This workshop, developed by physicians to help medical practitioners and educators respond to the erosion of joy in their work, provides an experiential and interactive learning environment. Our approach is evidence-based–as it lessens the effects of burnout and improves well-being, engagement with work, and patient-centered compassionate care.

Clarify and focus on your own learning needs. Contemplative practices, dialogues with colleagues and inquiry-oriented group discussions will enhance your ability to focus, connect and communicate with patients and colleagues.

World-wide community. Join physicians, PAs, NPs, and other health professionals from over 20 countries worldwide.
Specialties covered
General

North American Spine Society (NASS) 41st Annual Meeting

October 14, 2026 to October 17, 2026
Henry B. Gonzalez Convention Center, San Antonio, TX
NASS 2026 is built around the theme “The Connected Spine”, to bring the global spine community together to connect evidence, innovation, and real-world practice, that will provide the clarity you need to make confident decisions for your practice.

Comprehensive and enhanced spine education for surgeons as well as all members of the spine care team.
Special Sessions (non-CME) that include structured industry engagement addressing new technology, techniques and emerging topics in spine.
Expanded (300+) abstract presentations including Best Papers and new early-career presentations spotlighting rising leaders in spine.
Career-development sessions designed specifically for early-career spine professionals as well as a residents/fellows education track.
The world’s largest spine technical exhibition featuring the latest tech from industry.
Spine Venture Village - a dynamic, incubator-style hub bringing the future of spine care innovation into focus.
Hear from world-renowned experts including Presidential Guest Speaker Jennifer Wallace, an award-winning journalist and bestselling author.
Advanced Practice Provider (APP) Course designed for PA’s and NP’s to strengthen the clinical knowledge and practical decision-making skills for complex presentations.
Network and collaborate with colleagues and leaders in spine during special events, receptions, luncheons and onsite activities during the meeting.
Our host city of San Antonio promises to provide an unforgettable experience, with world-class dining, shopping, must-see attractions, hidden gems to explore and so much more! Register early and be part of the conversations shaping the future of spine care at NASS 2026.
Specialties covered
Spine

Meaning and Medicine 2026

October 15, 2026 to October 17, 2026
The Coeur d'Alene Resort, 115 S 2nd St, Coeur d'Alene, ID 83814
Meaning and Medicine is an immersive continuing medical education experience designed to rejuvenate and inspire your sense of purpose in medicine. This year’s conference subtitle – Sanctuary, Renewal, Growth – expresses both a need and intention. Busy physicians need deliberate spaces for reflection, extended conversation, rest and refreshment. That can start by taking the effort to get away (sanctuary), and then deliberately engaging nature, art, activities and other inefficient facets of our shared humanity (renewal) so that the possibility to rediscover joy and fulfillment in work or to have the courage to find them elsewhere. Whether you're feeling burned out, considering a career shift, or simply seeking renewal, this retreat is tailored for you in an unforgettable, bucolic setting. Each day offers opportunities to talk, listen, reflect, and think deeply in a breathtaking, casual environment all while earning continuing medical education credit hours.

In beautiful Coeur d’Alene, Idaho, you’ll connect with faculty and embrace a transformative journey that will send you into the end of 2026 with fresh perspective and empower concrete life change in 2027.
Specialties covered
General

Symposium on Advanced Wound Care (SAWC) Fall

October 15, 2026 to October 18, 2026
Las Vegas, NV
The Symposium on Advanced Wound Care (SAWC) Fall is where the full wound care team comes together to advance healing, strengthen collaboration, and elevate patient care. This 4-day, multidisciplinary event offers an unmatched opportunity to earn continuing education credits, build clinical confidence, and stay ahead of the evolving challenges in wound care.

Whether you’re treating chronic wounds, managing limb salvage cases, preventing pressure injuries, implementing AI tools, or preparing your team for regulatory change—you’ll find practical strategies, shared insights, and a supportive community at SAWC Fall.

Together, we can continue making a difference.
Specialties covered
General

Steven R. Hall Trauma Symposium 2026

October 19, 2026 to October 20, 2026
Cascade Hotel, Kansas City, MO
The Steven R. Hall Trauma Symposium 2026 is planned and implemented inter-professionally by physicians and nurses. This activity is designed for physicians and nurses in Trauma Surgery, Emergency Medicine, Ortho Trauma, Neuro Trauma, Critical Care and may also be of interest to EMS providers, Respiratory Therapists, Pharmacists, etc. This live course will provide trauma education on the latest innovations and current trends in trauma care through lectures, case presentations, panel discussions, hands on skills stations, and question & answer sessions. The activity will highlight best practice for trauma care in the pre-hospital and initial resuscitation phase. The goal of this activity is enhanced knowledge, competence, skills, strategy, performance, and patient care.
Specialties covered
Trauma

Diabetic Foot Conference (DFCon 2026)

October 22, 2026 to October 24, 2026
JW Marriott, Anaheim, CA
DFCon brings together healthcare professionals from around the world, including podiatrists, vascular surgeons, endocrinologists, wound care specialists, and other healthcare providers in the field of limb preservation. DFCon covers a wide range of topics related to diabetic foot management, including the latest research, emerging treatments and technologies, best practices in wound care, and strategies for preventing and managing diabetic foot complications and amputations.

DFCon is known for its highly interactive format, with case presentations, debates, and interactive workshops designed to encourage discussion and collaboration among attendees. The conference also features a large exhibit hall where companies showcase the latest products and technologies related to diabetic foot care.
Specialties covered
Foot and Ankle

Bone Day Symposium 2026

October 28, 2026
Folkman Auditorium, Enders Building, 320 Longwood Avenue, Boston
Join us in person at the Folkman Auditorium, Enders Building, 320 Longwood Avenue, Boston—or attend virtually if you can’t be there onsite.

Bone Day is an interdisciplinary course focused on the evaluation, diagnosis, and management of bone health—especially for pediatric and young adult patients with complex conditions.

Bone Day features lectures, case discussions, and interactive sessions led by experts. Ideal for physicians, advanced practice providers, trainees, and allied health professionals involved in bone health care.
Specialties covered
General

November

25th Annual Pain Medicine Meeting

November 5, 2026 to November 7, 2026
JW Marriott Tampa Water Street | Tampa, Florida
Our 2026 meeting theme, Making Waves: Turning the Tide in Pain Medicine, builds on the momentum of recent years. Following the spirit of Let’s Go and The Whole Clinic, this year’s meeting looks ahead, challenging us to envision and shape the future of our specialty during a time of rapid advancements in science, technology, and clinical practice.

Making Waves is about people and ideas that create impact. Throughout the meeting, we will highlight pioneers, innovators, master educators, and advocates who are pushing the boundaries in pain medicine. We will explore new evidence, emerging technologies, and evolving treatment paradigms while addressing the real-world barriers that often stand between scientific discovery and evidence-based care. Just as importantly, we aim to equip attendees with practical strategies to effect change within their own practices, institutions, and communities.
Specialties covered

2026 American Association of Hip and Knee Surgeons (AAHKS) Annual Meeting

November 5, 2026 to November 8, 2026
Gaylord Texan Resort & Convention Center, 1501 Gaylord Trail Grapevine, TX 76051, US
The Annual Meeting of the American Association of Hip and Knee Surgeons addresses a broad array of scientific topics such as implant design, outcomes, surgical techniques and complications of primary and revision total joint arthroplasty (TJA) for hip and knee surgeons. The meeting addresses the latest socioeconomic issues in health care. Special courses are also offered for residents, non-physician team members and surgeon administrators. Held in Dallas in November each year, the Annual Meeting typically attracts around 5,000 total attendees*. Visit our YouTube channel to learn more.
Specialties covered
Hip and Knee

20th International Congress on Early Onset Scoliosis and the Growing Spine (ICEOS)

November 11, 2026 to November 13, 2026
San Diego, California
This year the 20th International Congress will meet in sunny San Diego! ICEOS is the world's leading conference addressing complex spinal disorders in the growing child. Known for its highly interactive and collegial atmosphere, the meeting will attract approximately 200 surgeons and allied health professionals from around the world.
Specialties covered
Pediatric
Spine

2026 Diabetic Lower Extremity Symposium

November 12, 2026 to November 13, 2026
Joseph B. Martin Conference Center, Boston, MA
Diabetic foot problems significantly impair the quality of life of diabetic patients. Each year in the United States, these complications lead to more than 750,000 new diabetic foot ulcers and 70,000 lower extremity amputations. This extraordinary symposium will promote better understanding of the unmet management needs of Diabetic Lower Extremity (DLE) complications and the new therapeutic approaches that are currently under development.
Specialties covered
Foot and Ankle

TERMIS-AM 2026: Tissue Engineering & Regenerative Medicine International Society - Americas Annual Conference & Exhibition - 20th Anniversary

November 15, 2026 to November 18, 2026
Hilton New Orleans Riverside, New Orleans, LA
It is our distinct pleasure to invite you to the Tissue Engineering and Regenerative Medicine International Society - Americas 2026 (TERMIS-AM 2026) Conference and 20th Anniversary Celebration of TERMIS in the vibrant city of New Orleans, Louisiana.

This year holds special significance. As we mark two decades of leadership in tissue engineering and regenerative medicine since the founding of TERMIS in 2006, we celebrate our collective achievements and look boldly to the future under the conference slogan: "Bench. Chip. Clinic. Where y'at in regeneration?"

Our scientific program will spotlight three cross-cutting themes that are reshaping tissue engineering and regenerative medicine while accelerating clinical translation: CRISPR and Lipid Nanoparticles, Organ-on-Chip Models, and Artificial Intelligence.

Through plenary lectures, symposia, workshops, and interactive sessions, we will explore how these technologies are driving breakthroughs across our field—from stem cell engineering to biofabrication, from immunomodulation to clinical translation.

TERMIS-AM 2026 will also provide unique opportunities for networking, mentorship, and career development. Our Young Investigator and Trainee Program will connect early-career scientists with field leaders, while dedicated sessions for industry professionals and clinicians will foster translational partnerships.
Specialties covered
General

11th Annual Advanced Care of the Young Athlete Symposium

November 20, 2026
Aurora, CO, US
The Advanced Care of the Young Athlete Symposium equips clinicians across specialties with the latest strategies to diagnose, treat, and prevent a range of sports-related injuries and conditions.

This education program is primarily oriented towards physicians, advanced practice providers, physical therapists, occupational therapists, registered nurses and athletic trainers.
Specialties covered
Pediatric
Sports Medicine

12th Annual Spine Trauma Summit

November 20, 2026 to November 21, 2026
Seattle Science Foundation, Seattle, WA
Experience a transformative learning journey at the 12th Annual Spine Trauma Summit. Dive into evidence-based practices and hands-on training to elevate your expertise in spine trauma care. Join industry experts in a collaborative environment to develop best practices and enhance your skills. Take the first step towards mastering spinal cord injury management and advanced treatment techniques. Enroll now to unlock a world of knowledge and skill development.
Specialties covered
Spine
Trauma

NYS Society of Orthopaedic Surgeons (NYSSOS) 2026 Annual Meeting

November 20, 2026 to November 21, 2026
The Saratoga Hilton, Saratoga Springs, NY
The NYSSOS Annual Meeting is the one place where New York’s orthopaedic community comes together with purpose. Unlike regional conferences, this is a focused, statewide forum uniting surgeons and trainees from academic centers, private practices, health systems, and community hospitals across both upstate and downstate.

It’s where the unique challenges shaping orthopaedic care in New York—from reimbursement pressures and workers’ compensation complexities to evolving outpatient models and regulatory shifts—are addressed head-on.

More than a meeting, it’s a strategic gathering of the voices driving advocacy, policy, and the future of musculoskeletal care in New York State.
Specialties covered
General

December

16th Annual Orthopaedic Summit (OSET 2026)

December 2, 2026 to December 5, 2026
Fontainebleau Hotel | Las Vegas
The Orthopaedic Summit continues to be the premier gathering of Total Joint (Knee, Hip, Shoulder), Sports Medicine, Arthroscopic, and Trauma Surgeons, Physician Assistants, Nurse Practitioners, Athletic Trainers, and Physical Therapists from across the globe in our 15th year.

Join us at The Fontainebleau Las Vegas from Wednesday, December 2 – Saturday, December 5, 2026.
Specialties covered
General

Current Concepts in Joint Replacement® (CCJR®)

December 9, 2026 to December 12, 2026
Hyatt Regency Grand Cypress | Orlando, FL, USA
Learn from the Leaders

Hear directly from the world's most respected hip and knee surgeons as they share the latest evidence, techniques, and practical insights.

Experience Interactive Learning

Move beyond lectures with live debates, audience voting, surgical videos, and case-based discussions that keep you engaged.

Take Home Practice-Changing Pearls

Leave with immediately applicable tips, technical pearls, and solutions you can implement in the operating room.

Explore What's Next

Stay ahead of the curve with the latest advances in AI, robotics, navigation, digital technologies, and implant innovation.

Discuss Real Cases with Experts

Bring your toughest cases, exchange ideas with peers, and receive direct feedback from internationally recognized faculty.

Build Your Professional Network

Connect with a global community of arthroplasty surgeons, fellows, residents, and industry innovators who are shaping the future of joint replacement.

One Meeting: Everything That Matters

From evidence-based education to emerging technology and unparalleled networking, CCJR® delivers the most comprehensive and interactive arthroplasty experience of the year.

Specialties covered
Hip and Knee

20th NYC MIS, Endoscopy, Robotics, 3D Navigation, Augmented Reality, VR, and AI Spine Symposium

December 11, 2026 to December 12, 2026
New York, NY, United States
Each December, the New York City MIS, Endoscopy, Robotics, 3D Navigation, Augmented Reality, VR, and AI Spine Symposium brings national and international practicing neurosurgeons and orthopedic spine surgeons, fellows, and residents in training to explore minimally invasive spinal surgery techniques and navigation for spinal surgery. The entire agenda is focused on teaching new operative skills and encouraging debate and discussion around MIS spine techniques. Combining didactic and case-based sessions with hands-on cadaveric dissections and learning on state-of-the-art simulation models, the course will equip participants with the skills they need to start utilizing these approaches in their own practices.
Specialties covered
Spine

January

Orthopedics Today Hawaii

January 10, 2027 to January 14, 2027
Grand Wailea, Maui, Hawaii
Celebrating 20 years of Orthopedics Today Hawaii, we’re bringing you the same signature mix of big ideas, real access and immediate impact—now bigger than ever. Learn side-by-side with top experts in a highly interactive format packed with practical pearls, from new data and tech to surgical innovation and practice management. Our table-based setting sparks candid conversation, lasting connections and hands-on exhibit hall discovery of the innovations shaping the year ahead. With a non-concurrent schedule, you won’t miss a session—and you can earn up to 22.5 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™ —all in Maui, where world-class education meets a true reset.
Specialties covered
General