AAEM 2026
Overview
Intimate emergency medicine conference with high physician engagement. AAEM members are board-certified EM physicians who value independent practice -- a different audience than ACEP. At ~$3,800 for a 10x10, it is affordable. Good for point-of-care ultrasound, simulation, and EM-specific diagnostics companies seeking physician relationships.
Key Facts
- Host organization: American Academy of Emergency Medicine
- Primary specialty: emergency medicine
- Scale: small
- Geography: US
- International attendance: ~5%
Best For
Buyer Stage Fit
Booth Costs
| Booth Type | $/sqft | 10×10 Cost | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Premium Package (10x10) | — | $3,800 | Based on AAEM25 pricing -- 2026 pricing TBD. Late registration $4,200. |
All-In Cost Estimate (10×10 Inline)
| Space rental | — |
| Drayage | $1,200 – $2,500 |
| Electrical (20A) | $300 – $450 |
| Carpet/padding | $200 – $400 |
| Cleaning (3 days) | $150 – $250 |
| Lead retrieval (1 unit) | $400 – $900 |
| Wi-Fi | $500 – $1,500 |
| Estimated total | $5,000 – $8,000 |
Does not include travel, staffing, booth display, or marketing materials.
Audience
AAEM membership is over 8,000 board-certified emergency physicians, residents, and medical students. The Scientific Assembly draws an estimated 1,000-1,500 attendees. AAEM is the physician advocacy organization for EM -- attendees are strongly aligned with fair physician practice and anti-corporate-medicine positions.
- Purchasing authority: ~55% of attendees
- Effective buyers: ~825
- Cost per effective buyer: $7.88 ($6,500 all-in ÷ 825 buyers)
- International attendance: ~5%
Venue & Logistics
- Venue: The Westin Seattle, Seattle, WA
- Management company: AAEM (in-house)
Who Else Exhibits
Exhibitor data coming soon for AAEM.
Our Take
Why Exhibit
Intimate emergency medicine conference with high physician engagement. AAEM members are board-certified EM physicians who value independent practice -- a different audience than ACEP. At ~$3,800 for a 10x10, it is affordable. Good for point-of-care ultrasound, simulation, and EM-specific diagnostics companies seeking physician relationships.
Why Skip
Small show (~1,500 attendees). ACEP Scientific Assembly is 10x larger and reaches the same specialty. The hotel-based exhibit area limits booth size and foot traffic. AAEM's anti-corporate-medicine philosophy means some attendees may be skeptical of industry exhibitors.
Insider Tips
AAEM is the 'advocacy' EM organization (vs. ACEP as the 'big tent'). Exhibitors should understand that AAEM members care deeply about physician practice rights, fair contracts, and anti-corporate-medicine issues. Messaging that aligns with physician empowerment resonates. The hotel format at The Westin Seattle means small exhibit area -- arrive early for the best placement. This is a relationship-building show, not a volume show.
Buzzbox Score: 4.0 / 10 — Below Average
Key Deadlines
Detailed deadlines not yet verified for AAEM. Check the official site for the application window.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a booth cost at AAEM?
An all-in 10×10 booth at AAEM runs roughly $5,000–$8,000, including space rental, drayage, electrical, carpet, and basic services. Travel, staffing, and booth display are additional.
How many people attend AAEM?
AAEM draws approximately 1,500 attendees. AAEM membership is over 8,000 board-certified emergency physicians, residents, and medical students. The Scientific Assembly draws an estimated 1,000-1,500 attendees. AAEM is the physician advocacy organization for EM -- attendees are strongly aligned with fair physician practice and anti-corporate-medicine positions.
When is AAEM ?
AAEM is scheduled for April 11-15, 2026. Location: The Westin Seattle, Seattle, WA.
Is AAEM worth exhibiting at?
Intimate emergency medicine conference with high physician engagement. AAEM members are board-certified EM physicians who value independent practice -- a different audience than ACEP.