Compare RSNA vs AAOS
| 10.0 RSNA | 10.0 AAOS | |
|---|---|---|
| Score | ||
| Buzzbox Score | 10.0 (Exceptional) | 10.0 (Exceptional) |
| Event Details | ||
| Dates | November 29 - December 3, 2026 | March 3-7, 2026 (exhibit hall March 3-5) |
| Location | Chicago, IL (McCormick Place) | Orange County Convention Center, Orlando, FL |
| Scale | mega | mega |
| Audience | ||
| Attendees | 38,000 | 30,000 |
| Exhibitors | 650 | 500 |
| Purchasing authority, Buzzbox Media estimate | ~78% | ~50% |
| Effective buyers, Buzzbox Media estimate | 29,640 | 15,000 |
| Costs | ||
| $/sqft | $41.25 | $40 |
| 10×10 space | $4,125 | $4,000 |
| All-in, Buzzbox Media estimate | n/a | n/a |
| Cost per buyer, Buzzbox Media estimate | n/a | n/a |
Why exhibit at RSNA
Largest radiology gathering in the world. Essential for imaging equipment, contrast media, AI/digital health in radiology, and radiation protection vendors. Decision-makers come to see and touch new tech.
Why exhibit at AAOS
Global capital of orthopedic implant and instrument vendors. If you sell to ortho surgeons, you must be here. Cadaver labs and live surgical demos are the differentiator.
Why skip RSNA
Wrong audience for non-imaging device companies. Booth costs are brutal for first-timers.
Why skip AAOS
Non-orthopedic devices are wasted here. Competition is brutal. Stryker, Zimmer, DePuy, Smith & Nephew own the floor.
Long-term partners
INFAB (10+ years) • AAGL (8+ years) • True Digital Surgery
2025 Association TRENDY Awards: 4 wins Best Convention Program • Best Convention Promotion Package • Best Website • Best Advertising Media Kit For our AAGL Global Congress campaign. From 200+ entries across 80+ organizations.
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