ACP IM 2026
Overview
The largest gathering of internal medicine physicians in the US. ACP states nearly half of attendees attend only this meeting each year, meaning exhibitors reach internists they cannot reach elsewhere. Nearly 200 scientific sessions across the full spectrum of internal medicine. Innovation Theaters provide presentation opportunities.
Key Facts
- Host organization: American College of Physicians
- Primary specialty: internal medicine
- Scale: large
- Geography: US
- International attendance: ~10%
Best For
Buyer Stage Fit
Booth Costs
We do not yet have an estimated booth cost range for ACP IM. Request our research →
Audience
More than 5,000 clinicians, educators, and experts. Nearly 200 scientific sessions, expert panels, and hands-on workshops. ACP states nearly half of attendees attend only this meeting each year -- making it uniquely efficient for reaching internists. The meeting covers the full spectrum of internal medicine.
- Purchasing authority: ~50% of attendees
- Effective buyers: ~2,500
- International attendance: ~10%
Venue & Logistics
- Venue: Moscone Center, San Francisco, CA
- Management company: ACP (in-house)
- Product theater: Available
Who Else Exhibits
Exhibitor data coming soon for ACP IM.
Our Take
Why Exhibit
The largest gathering of internal medicine physicians in the US. ACP states nearly half of attendees attend only this meeting each year, meaning exhibitors reach internists they cannot reach elsewhere. Nearly 200 scientific sessions across the full spectrum of internal medicine. Innovation Theaters provide presentation opportunities.
Why Skip
Moderate size (~5,000 attendees) compared to specialty-specific conferences. Internists are generalists -- if you sell to a specific subspecialty (GI, cardiology, etc.), the corresponding society meeting delivers a more concentrated audience. Moscone Center union costs add to the budget.
Insider Tips
ACP IM Meeting is the go-to for reaching practicing internists and primary care physicians. The 'half attend only this meeting' stat is a strong ROI justification. Innovation Theaters in the exhibit hall are a cost-effective way to present without a full satellite symposium. San Francisco Moscone is well-run but expensive (union, high city costs). Book hotels early -- SF in April is popular.
Buzzbox Score: 7.7 / 10 (Strong)
7.7 out of 10. A solid, dependable show for the right exhibitor. Carried by editorial value (9.4: solid exhibitor rationale and honest "who should skip" guidance). The lightest dimension is audience quality (7.0, 50% purchasing authority (moderate)). The largest gathering of internal medicine physicians in the US.
How we score
Six weighted factors, each scored on a 0 to 100 rubric then normalized to a 7.0 to 10.0 band. Every show on this list cleared a relevance bar to be included, so 7.0 is the floor; the number tells you how far the leaders pull ahead.
Solid (7.0): 50% purchasing authority (moderate) and large-scale event.
Strong (8.6): $30/sqft, right at the dataset median and union convention center (drayage / labor adds up).
Solid (7.8): booth pricing published, exhibitor prospectus available, and attendee purchasing-authority data published.
Strong (8.0): society-run exhibits (in-house) and product theater / demo stage available.
Standout (9.4): solid exhibitor rationale, honest "who should skip" guidance, and the flagship / largest show in its niche.
Strong (8.2): large and well-established.
Key Deadlines
Detailed deadlines not yet published for ACP IM. Check the official site for the application window.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a booth cost at ACP IM?
We do not yet have an estimated booth cost range for ACP IM. Contact the show or request our research below.
How many people attend ACP IM?
ACP IM draws approximately 5,000 attendees. More than 5,000 clinicians, educators, and experts. Nearly 200 scientific sessions, expert panels, and hands-on workshops. ACP states nearly half of attendees attend only this meeting each year -- making it uniquely efficient for reaching internists. The meeting covers the full spectrum of internal medicine.
When is ACP IM ?
ACP IM is scheduled for April 16-18, 2026. Location: Moscone Center, San Francisco, CA.
Is ACP IM worth exhibiting at?
The largest gathering of internal medicine physicians in the US. ACP states nearly half of attendees attend only this meeting each year, meaning exhibitors reach internists they cannot reach elsewhere.
What are the ACP Internal Medicine Meeting 2026 dates and location?
ACP Internal Medicine Meeting 2026 takes place April 16–18, 2026 at the Moscone Center in San Francisco, California. The American College of Physicians runs the meeting in-house.
How much does an ACP Internal Medicine Meeting 2026 booth cost?
Booth space at ACP IM 2026 is roughly $30 per square foot, putting a 10×10 inline booth around $3,000 for space alone. All-in costs (drayage, electrical, carpet, cleaning, lead retrieval, Wi-Fi) typically push the total to the $8,000–$15,000 range. Moscone is a union venue, so labor and drayage add up — budget accordingly.
Who attends ACP Internal Medicine 2026 and how many people will be there?
ACP IM 2026 draws more than 5,000 clinicians, educators, and experts. The audience is dominated by practicing internists, primary care physicians, subspecialists, residents, and medical students. ACP reports that nearly half of attendees attend only this meeting each year — making it uniquely efficient for reaching internists you cannot reach through subspecialty shows.
Are Innovation Theater slots available at ACP IM 2026 and where are they located?
Yes. Innovation Theaters are available in Moscone Center Exhibit Hall ABC (Theaters 1, 2, and 3). They offer a lower-cost way to present a product or clinical evidence on the show floor without underwriting a full satellite symposium. Specifications and pricing are in ACP's 2026 Innovation Theater specifications PDF on the annual meeting site.
Is ACP Internal Medicine 2026 a good fit for medical device exhibitors?
ACP IM 2026 is a strong fit for diagnostics, point-of-care testing, digital health, practice management, and medical education companies that sell to internists and primary care groups. It is a weaker fit if your product targets a single subspecialty (GI, cardiology, etc.) — the corresponding society meeting will deliver a more concentrated buyer audience for less money.
Does ACP Internal Medicine 2026 have a virtual or hybrid option?
Yes. ACP offers a digital access component for the Internal Medicine Meeting, allowing clinicians to access scientific sessions and on-demand content remotely. Exhibitor engagement is concentrated in the in-person exhibit hall at Moscone, so the virtual component primarily extends reach for educational content rather than booth traffic.
Where can I find the official ACP Internal Medicine 2026 exhibitor prospectus?
The official 2026 Exhibitor Prospectus and Contract is available as a PDF on the ACP annual meeting site at annualmeeting.acponline.org. ACP also publishes a 2026 Rules and Regulations PDF and the Innovation Theater specifications PDF. Contact the ACP Exhibits & Sponsors Team through the annual meeting website for booth selection and sponsorship inquiries.