ASSH 2026
Overview
The premier US conference for hand surgery. If you sell hand/wrist implants, microsurgery instruments, biologics for tendon repair, or hand therapy devices, ASSH delivers the highest concentration of hand surgery decision-makers. The surgical lab program puts devices directly in surgeons' hands. At 5,000 attendees, it is one of the larger surgical subspecialty meetings.
Key Facts
- Host organization: American Society for Surgery of the Hand
- Primary specialty: hand surgery
- Scale: large
- Geography: US
- International attendance: ~15%
Best For
Buyer Stage Fit
Booth Costs
Booth pricing not yet verified for ASSH. Request our research →
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 | $8,000 – $18,000 |
Does not include travel, staffing, booth display, or marketing materials.
Audience
81st Annual Meeting. ~5,000 attendees including surgeons, researchers, and healthcare professionals. 78 exhibiting companies. Hands-on workshops and surgical labs are a major draw. World-class hand surgery faculty.
- Purchasing authority: ~60% of attendees
- Effective buyers: ~3,000
- Cost per effective buyer: $4.33 ($13,000 all-in ÷ 3,000 buyers)
- International attendance: ~15%
Venue & Logistics
- Venue: John B. Hynes Veterans Memorial Convention Center, Boston, MA
- Management company: ASSH (in-house)
Who Else Exhibits
Approximately 78+ exhibitors typically attend ASSH. Your competitors are here.
Our Take
Why Exhibit
The premier US conference for hand surgery. If you sell hand/wrist implants, microsurgery instruments, biologics for tendon repair, or hand therapy devices, ASSH delivers the highest concentration of hand surgery decision-makers. The surgical lab program puts devices directly in surgeons' hands. At 5,000 attendees, it is one of the larger surgical subspecialty meetings.
Why Skip
Very specialized -- non-hand/wrist devices have no audience. 78 exhibitors means a small exhibit floor, so booth inventory is limited. If your product spans multiple orthopaedic specialties, AAOS delivers broader reach.
Insider Tips
ASSH Surgical Labs are the highest-ROI exhibitor opportunity at this show -- surgeons pay to attend hands-on cadaveric workshops where they learn new techniques using specific devices. If you can sponsor a lab, it is worth more than a booth. Boston Hynes is a union venue -- budget for labor costs. The 'Solutions Provider' terminology is ASSH-specific (not 'exhibitor').
Buzzbox Score: 9.5 / 10 (Exceptional)
9.5 out of 10. One of the strongest exhibiting opportunities in our index. Carried by audience quality (9.6: 60% purchasing authority and 64:1 attendee ratio). The lightest dimension is exhibitor experience (8.2, society-run exhibits (in-house)). The premier US conference for hand surgery.
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.
Standout (9.6): 60% purchasing authority, 64:1 attendee ratio, and large-scale event.
Strong (8.9): $30/sqft, right at the dataset median.
Strong (8.5): booth pricing published, exhibitor prospectus available, and exhibitor count disclosed.
Strong (8.2): society-run exhibits (in-house), non-union venue (simpler, cheaper move-in), and purpose-built convention venue.
Strong (8.6): solid exhibitor rationale, honest "who should skip" guidance, and the flagship / largest show in its niche.
Strong (8.5): large and well-established.
Key Deadlines
Detailed deadlines not yet verified for ASSH. Check the official site for the application window.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a booth cost at ASSH?
An all-in 10×10 booth at ASSH runs roughly $8,000–$18,000, including space rental, drayage, electrical, carpet, and basic services. Travel, staffing, and booth display are additional.
How many people attend ASSH?
ASSH draws approximately 5,000 attendees. 81st Annual Meeting. ~5,000 attendees including surgeons, researchers, and healthcare professionals. 78 exhibiting companies. Hands-on workshops and surgical labs are a major draw. World-class hand surgery faculty.
When is ASSH ?
ASSH is scheduled for September 17-19, 2026. Location: John B. Hynes Veterans Memorial Convention Center, Boston, MA.
Is ASSH worth exhibiting at?
The premier US conference for hand surgery. If you sell hand/wrist implants, microsurgery instruments, biologics for tendon repair, or hand therapy devices, ASSH delivers the highest concentration of hand surgery decision-makers.