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
We do not yet have an estimated booth cost range for ASSH. Request our research →
All-In Cost Estimate (10×10 Inline)
| Space rental | n/a |
| 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 published 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 is estimated at roughly $8,000-$18,000, including space rental, drayage, electrical, carpet, and basic services. Travel, staffing, and booth display are additional. Confirm exact pricing with the show organizer.
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.