ASRS 2026
By Buzzbox Media · Last reviewed August 3, 2026
What is ASRS?
The most concentrated gathering of retina specialists in the world: 3,000 physicians with high purchasing authority for retinal imaging, vitrectomy systems, and retinal drug delivery devices. The exhibit floor is intentionally designed for physician-representative interaction, making it one of the highest-quality engagement environments in ophthalmology.
What are the key facts about ASRS?
- Host organization: American Society of Retina Specialists
- Primary specialty: retina
- Scale: mid
- Geography: US (national, some international)
- International attendance: ~20%
- See all Ophthalmology conferences
Which device categories fit ASRS?
Which buyer stages does ASRS fit?
What does ASRS charge for booth space?
Cost not published
American Society of Retina Specialists does not publish booth pricing for ASRS that we can link to, so we do not list a figure here. We would rather show nothing than an estimate you cannot check. Ask them directly on the ASRS exhibitor page ↗.
Planning the ASRS booth itself? Read our guide to medical conference booth design for booth types, union labor rules, and the corner upgrade.
Who attends ASRS?
ASRS represents 3,000+ physicians across all US states and 63 countries. The exhibition floor is specifically designed to maximize physician-representative interaction. Separate 'Business of Retina Meeting' runs alongside with its own tabletop exhibit program ($1,500/tabletop). Montreal 2026 will have international draw given the Canadian venue.
- Purchasing authority: ~70% of attendees
- Effective buyers: ~2,100
- International attendance: ~20%
Where is ASRS held?
- Venue: Palais des congres de Montreal, Montreal, Canada
- Management company: ASRS (in-house)
- Product theater: Available
Who else exhibits at ASRS?
Approximately 80+ exhibitors typically attend ASRS. Your competitors are here.
Is ASRS worth exhibiting?
Why Exhibit
The most concentrated gathering of retina specialists in the world: 3,000 physicians with high purchasing authority for retinal imaging, vitrectomy systems, and retinal drug delivery devices. The exhibit floor is intentionally designed for physician-representative interaction, making it one of the highest-quality engagement environments in ophthalmology.
Why Skip
Ultra-niche audience (retina only) means if your device serves general ophthalmology, ARVO or AAO gives you broader reach. Montreal 2026 adds customs complexity for US exhibitors shipping equipment internationally. The show is also relatively small, so if you need volume leads, AAO is the better bet.
What should exhibitors know before ASRS?
High-value, high-intent audience. Retina is one of the highest-reimbursement subspecialties in ophthalmology, so these physicians have budget authority. Montreal venue adds a social-event appeal that drives attendance. Plan for customs broker if shipping demo equipment.
What is the Buzzbox Score for ASRS?
9.1 / 10 (Exceptional)
9.1 out of 10. One of the strongest exhibiting opportunities in our index. Carried by audience quality (9.7: 70% purchasing authority and 38:1 attendee ratio). The lightest dimension is growth trajectory (7.8, mid-size with room to grow). The most concentrated gathering of retina specialists in the world: 3,000 physicians with high purchasing authority for retinal imaging, vitrectomy systems, and retinal drug delivery devices.
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. A factor we cannot source is left unscored rather than estimated, and the overall score above was set before any figure behind it was withdrawn.
Standout (9.7): 70% purchasing authority and 38:1 attendee ratio.
Not scored on cost: this organizer publishes no booth price we can link to.
Strong (8.4): exhibitor count disclosed.
Strong (8.9): society-run exhibits (in-house), non-union venue (simpler, cheaper move-in), and product theater / demo stage available.
Strong (8.4): solid exhibitor rationale, honest "who should skip" guidance, and product-theater opportunity for thought leadership.
Solid (7.8): mid-size with room to grow.
When are the ASRS exhibitor deadlines?
Detailed deadlines not yet published for ASRS. Check the official site for the application window.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a booth cost at ASRS?
ASRS does not publish booth pricing we can link to, so we do not list a cost for this show. Rather than estimate one, we point you at the organizer's exhibitor page to request current rates directly.
How many people attend ASRS?
ASRS draws approximately 3,000 attendees. ASRS represents 3,000+ physicians across all US states and 63 countries. The exhibition floor is specifically designed to maximize physician-representative interaction. Separate 'Business of Retina Meeting' runs alongside with its own tabletop exhibit program ($1,500/tabletop). Montreal 2026 will have international draw given the Canadian venue.
When and where is ASRS 2026?
ASRS 2026 takes place July 15-18, 2026. The venue is Palais des congres de Montreal, Montreal, Canada. American Society of Retina Specialists hosts the meeting.
How many ASRS attendees have purchasing authority?
About 70% of ASRS attendees hold purchasing authority, which works out to roughly 2,100 effective buyers out of approximately 3,000 attendees. Effective buyers multiplies total attendance by the share of attendees who hold purchasing authority. Both inputs are estimates drawn from organizer reporting and our own exhibitor research, so read the figure as directional rather than exact.
Who exhibits at ASRS?
Approximately 80+ exhibitors typically attend ASRS. The device categories that fit this floor are retinal imaging, OCT systems, surgical instruments, vitrectomy systems, drug delivery, ophthalmic lasers, and gene therapy.
How does Buzzbox Media score ASRS?
ASRS carries a Buzzbox Score of 9.1 out of 10 (Exceptional), with one caveat on this record: cost efficiency is not scored, because American Society of Retina Specialists publishes no booth price we can link to, and the overall score was set before that figure was withdrawn. The factors still scored are audience quality, data transparency, exhibitor experience, editorial value, and growth trajectory. Each factor is scored on a 0 to 100 rubric then normalized to a 7.0 to 10.0 band, and every conference in our index cleared a relevance bar to be listed, so 7.0 is the floor. On this record the highest is audience quality at 9.7 and the lowest is growth trajectory at 7.8.