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Event overview
Overview
The Academic Surgical Congress is a premier event for academic surgeons, taking place from February 9-11, 2027, at the Washington Hilton in Washington, DC.
This congress will feature a diverse range of sessions, including keynote addresses, scientific presentations, and networking opportunities for surgical trainees and leaders in the field.
With over 2,200 attendees expected, the event aims to foster collaboration and innovation in surgical education and practice.
TL;DR
- 1Dates and Venue: The 22nd Annual Academic Surgical Congress takes place from February 9-11, 2027, at the Washington Hilton, Washington, DC.
- 2Scale and Focus: This congress will gather over 2,200 attendees, including surgical trainees and key opinion leaders across various specialties.
- 3Organiser: The event is organised by the Academic Surgical Congress, with more details available on their official website.
- 4Buyer Authority: Attendees include academic surgeons, surgical trainees, and healthcare professionals involved in surgical education.
- 5Entry / Access: Registration is required to attend the congress, with various sponsorship and visibility opportunities available.
Why visit
Attendees will gain insights from leading experts in the field, participate in discussions on the latest surgical techniques, and network with peers and industry leaders. The congress offers a platform for learning and sharing knowledge that can enhance surgical practice and education.
Why exhibit
Exhibitors will have the opportunity to showcase their products and services to a targeted audience of over 2,200 surgical professionals. This congress will gather over 2,200 attendees, including surgical trainees and key opinion leaders across various specialties. Attendees include academic surgeons, surgical trainees, and healthcare professionals involved in surgical education.
Attendees, exhibitors & solutions
Who this event is for
Visitor profile
Typical attendee groups you can expect to meet.
Academic surgeons presenting and debating research findings
Surgical residents and fellows attending scientific sessions and abstract presentations
Surgical educators and programme directors evaluating training methods
Clinical researchers and statisticians in surgical outcomes work
Medical device and pharmaceutical representatives meeting academic surgical departments
Hospital and health-system leaders scouting surgical technology partnerships
Exhibitor profile
Main supplier and exhibitor segments present at the show.
Surgical instrument and device manufacturers
Surgical simulation and training-system providers
Pharmaceutical and biologic companies with perioperative products
Academic publishers and surgical journals
Surgical societies and fellowship programmes recruiting trainees
Healthcare technology vendors for operating-room workflow and outcomes data
Product categories
Key solution areas showcased across the event.
Surgical instruments and operative devices
Surgical simulation and skills-training systems
Perioperative pharmaceuticals and biologics
Surgical research data and outcomes platforms
Surgical education and fellowship resources
Academic journals and scientific publications
Location & Facilities
Venue
Washington Hilton
1919 Connecticut Avenue, NW, Washington, D.C. 20009
Facilities
Parking
Washington Hilton in Washington, DC typically provides on-site or adjacent visitor parking during major trade fairs; confirm daily rates, payment methods and hall access on the organiser or venue website before travel.
Food options
On-site catering
On-site diningParking: Washington Hilton in Washington, DC typically provides on-site or adjacent visitor parking during major trade fairs; confirm daily rates, payment methods and hall access on the organiser or venue website before travel.
Gate: Follow organiser signage to the main visitor entrance at Washington Hilton for badge collection; allow extra time for security screening during peak morning arrival.
Attend
Entry & tickets
How the last edition performed
Previous edition
This edition
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Visitors: 2,200
Next edition
Not announced yet
Intelligence
Market context
Key market insights, trends, news and related events to help you understand the bigger picture.
Washington, DC, United States
Why it matters
On 2027-02-09 to 2027-02-09, Academic Surgical Congress - ASC in Washington, DC covering Surgical instruments and devices, Educational resources for surgical training, Healthcare technology solutions for surge gives medical buyers a single calendar window to compare suppliers, validate specs on the stand, and book follow-ups before the next buying cycle - especially when your roadmap matches the published exhibitor profile.
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Plan your trip
Travel & logistics
Local currency · USD
Hotel tiers
A range of accommodation options near the venue and across key areas.
Days Inn by Wyndham Washington DC/Connecticut Avenue
Budget
Connecticut Avenue NWShort Metro or rideshare to the Washington Hilton; confirm exact walking route. to venueUSD 95–120 / night
Captured for 9-10 February 2027; winter cancellation terms matter.
Dupont Circle / Connecticut Avenue NW midscale cluster
Midscale
Dupont Circle and Connecticut Avenue NWWalk or short rideshare to the Washington Hilton; confirm the route from your exact hotel. to venueUSD 150–220 / night
Book a refundable rate if winter weather could affect travel.
Downtown / Dupont Circle upscale hotels
Upscale
Downtown DC and Dupont CircleShort taxi, rideshare or Metro ride to the Washington Hilton; confirm peak-hour travel time. to venueUSD 240–360 / night
Compare refundable and member rates; confirm any resort or destination fees.
Washington Hilton (host venue)
Venue
1919 Connecticut Ave NWOn-site at the congress venue. to venueUSD 230–340 / night
Staying at the venue reduces commute risk in snow; confirm inclusions and cancellation terms.
Local transport
Get around the city with these convenient transport options.
Metro (Metrorail)
Estimated costCost TBA
Best forWashington Metro network to the venue district
Washington, DC is served by the Metrorail system; the capture pack did not return a usable venue-specific route, so confirm the closest station to the Washington Hilton on the operator map.
Taxi / rideshare
Estimated costCost TBA
Best forHotel to Washington Hilton, 1919 Connecticut Ave NW
Rideshare and metered taxi both operate across DC; use for late arrivals or when carrying exhibition materials.
Car parking
Estimated costCost TBA
Best forDowntown DC garages and street meters near the venue
SpotHero lists DC parking from about USD 7 and ParkWhiz from about USD 11; reserve in advance for weekday arrivals.
taxi
Estimated costCost TBA
Best forRonald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) to Washington Hilton
taxi
Estimated costCost TBA
Best forWashington Dulles International Airport (IAD) to Washington Hilton
Weather
February in Washington, DC is winter: expect cold days, overnight temperatures near or below freezing, and a realistic chance of rain or light snow. Pack a warm coat, layers and footwear suitable for wet pavement; allow extra time for Metro or taxi transfers if snow is forecast.
Plan for the climate
Check temperatures and pack accordingly
Venue connectivity
Confirm mobile roaming or a local SIM for business visitors to the United States.
Ride-hailing
Taxis
Public transit
Car rentals
Cultural notes
Useful information to help you have a smooth and respectful visit.
Business dress
Academic Surgical Congress attendees usually wear business casual; presenters and moderators often wear suits or professional dress for podium sessions.
February weather
Washington, DC in February is winter: cold days, overnight temperatures near or below freezing, and a realistic chance of rain or light snow. Pack a warm coat, layers and footwear for wet pavement; allow extra time for Metro or taxi transfers if snow is forecast.
Venue district
The Washington Hilton is at 1919 Connecticut Ave NW in Northwest DC, near Dupont Circle and Woodley Park. The venue is a hotel and conference complex, so badge pickup, session rooms and exhibitor space are in the same building - confirm room and hall locations on the official programme.
Getting around
The Metrorail Red Line and Metrobus routes serve the Connecticut Avenue corridor. Use SmarTrip or contactless payment and check WMATA service updates before travel.
Payments and tipping
The host currency is USD. Cards are widely accepted; carry a card for transit and incidentals, and confirm any hotel incidentals hold at check-in.
Practical guides
Visitor & Exhibitor Essentials
Everything needed to arrive prepared, navigate the event, and make the visit productive.
Flights
Google Flights for 9 February 2027 into DCA returned no fixed fares in the capture, only search tools and popular-route pages. Use the Date grid and price-trend tools for the 6-10 February 2027 window, and compare DCA against IAD if arriving from Europe. Book early because mid-February overlaps with other DC meeting traffic.
Transport
Get to the venue and around the city with these options.
Airport → venue: Use the nearest international airport serving Washington, DC; Metro, train or taxi links are typically available to the venue district.
Hotel → venue: Precinct hotels near Washington Hilton: Connecticut Avenue NW: Days Inn by Wyndham Washington DC/Connecticut Avenue; Dupont Circle and Connecticut Avenue NW: Dupont Circle / Connecticut Avenue NW midscale cluster; Downtown DC and Dupont Circle: Downtown / Dupont Circle upscale hotels.
Ride-hail: Ride-hailing apps are commonly used in Washington, DC; confirm local availability before travel.
Public transit: Washington Metro is the main rail option. For the Washington Hilton at 1919 Connecticut Ave NW, use the Red Line to Dupont Circle or Van Ness-UDC and walk or take a short rideshare; confirm the closest station and walking route on WMATA. Metrobus routes run along Connecticut Avenue NW. Fares are approximate USD 2.50-6 per single journey with SmarTrip or contactless payment; allow extra time in winter weather. Taxis and rideshare from DCA typically take 15-30 minutes depending on traffic; from IAD allow 40-70 minutes. Confirm live fares and service updates before travel.
Parking: On-site parking is available at Washington Hilton; confirm daily rates and hall access on the organiser or venue site.
Weather
Plan and pack for the event climate.
Month: February 2027
Temperature: Daytime highs typically in the 40s F (roughly 4-9 C), overnight lows near or below freezing (roughly -3 to 2 C) during February.
Seasonality: February is a low-sun, mixed-precipitation month in Washington, DC: rain is common and light snow is possible, so build buffer time into transfers to the Washington Hilton.
Packing: Bring a warm winter coat, layered business wear, closed shoes for wet or icy pavements, and a compact umbrella. Conference rooms at the Washington Hilton are typically heated, so layers you can remove work best.
Plan your trip
Planning
Best day to visit: Day 2 (mid-show)
Mid-show days at Academic Surgical Congress - ASC usually combine full exhibitor attendance with scheduled B2B meetings, before early pack-down on the final day.
Day 1
Book flights into DCA (or IAD if DCA fares are high) for the February 2027 congress dates and reserve a hotel in the Connecticut Avenue, Dupont Circle or Woodley Park corridor; check cancellation terms for winter weather.
Day 2
Download the final schedule, mark scientific sessions aligned to your specialty, and note presenter or moderator instructions if you have a role.
Day 3
Pack winter layers, printed or mobile badge confirmation, business cards and any poster or presentation files; check the DC forecast and plan a Metro or rideshare backup to the Washington Hilton.
Day 4
Arrive in Washington, DC, collect your badge early if the organiser allows, and test the walk or Metro route from your hotel to the Washington Hilton at 1919 Connecticut Ave NW.
Day 5
Use the Red Line or a short rideshare to the Washington Hilton, arrive 20-30 minutes before your first session, and keep the official programme handy for room changes.
Day 6
Confirm registration and any abstract, moderator or session assignment on academicsurgicalcongress.org; download the schedule and virtual meeting portal details. Check whether your badge is mailed or collected on site.
Sample visitor itinerary
Route-optimised day
Day 1 · morning
Registration and hall orientation at Washington Hilton
Day 2 · core sessions
Supplier meetings and product demos
Day 3 · wrap-up
Final negotiations and follow-up
Networking spots
2Academic Surgical Congress - ASC registration concourse
Washington Hilton
Central meeting point before and between hall appointments during show days.
Organiser B2B lounge (if offered)
Washington Hilton
Hosted matchmaking and buyer programmes when published by the organiser.
Budget
Costs & budget
Build your working budget
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Estimated budget
Live estimate
- Hotel × 2 nights$230.00
- Per diem × 2$150.00
Estimated total$380.00
This is a directional estimate. Please verify live rates before booking.
Decision
Visit, exhibit, or skip?
Should you go?
Use this quick check to decide whether Academic Surgical Congress - ASC fits your visit, exhibit or skip plan.
QUESTION 1 OF 6
For Academic Surgical Congress - ASC, what is your primary role on the show floor?
Decision matrix
Compare participation options side by side to choose the best fit for your objectives.
visit
Your category focus and target suppliers align with the official exhibitor profile.
Best for
Buyers, engineers, and delegates sourcing Surgical instruments and devices and Educational resources for surgical training solutions and benchmarking suppliers at Academic Surgical Congress - ASC in Washington, DC.
Min. budget
$870.00
Timeline
4-8 weeks before opening day for registration, hotels, and travel.
Risks
Session times and ticket tiers may change - confirm the official agenda before booking.
exhibit
You have a defined lead-generation or distributor recruitment goal for this market.
Best for
Brands and manufacturers launching Surgical instruments and devices and Educational resources for surgical training products who need qualified meetings with the event's trade audience.
Min. budget
$3,915.00
Timeline
3-6 months for stand booking, freight, staffing, and pre-show marketing.
Risks
Booth pricing and corner premiums vary by hall - confirm with the organiser sales team.
skip
Audience, geography, or commercial goals do not justify travel and stand costs this cycle.
Best for
Teams with weak category fit, budget constraints, or overlapping commitments during the Washington, DC show week.
Timeline
N/A
Risks
Skipping may mean missing buyer meetings if competitors exhibit or attend the same week.
FAQs & glossary
Answers
Frequently asked
Where and when is the Academic Surgical Congress held?
The congress is held at the Washington Hilton in Washington, DC, in February. The dates in the source material point to 9-10 February 2027 for the edition covered here; confirm the final dates on academicsurgicalcongress.org before booking travel.
Which airport should I fly into for the Washington Hilton?
Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) is the closest and was the gateway used in the flight search. Dulles (IAD) and Baltimore/Washington (BWI) are alternatives; compare fares and transfer times, since DCA is nearest to the Connecticut Avenue venue district.
How do I register or submit an abstract?
Registration and abstract handling run through the organiser site academicsurgicalcongress.org, which publishes a virtual meeting portal, schedule page and abstract archives. Check the site for the current deadlines.
Is the Academic Surgical Congress aimed at students or practising surgeons?
It is an academic surgical research meeting: attending academic surgeons, surgical trainees and residents, surgical educators, researchers and industry partners presenting surgical devices, pharmaceuticals and training resources.
What is the weather like in Washington, DC in February?
Expect winter conditions: daytime highs around the 40s F (about 4-9 C), overnight temperatures near or below freezing, and a real chance of rain or light snow. Pack a warm coat and allow buffer time for transfers.
Where should I stay near the Washington Hilton?
Captured options range from the Days Inn on Connecticut Avenue to 4-star properties such as citizenM Washington, DC NOMA and the DoubleTree in Silver Spring. Staying in the Connecticut Avenue or Dupont corridor keeps the commute short; Silver Spring is a lower-cost alternative with Metro access.
Glossary
- ASC
- Academic Surgical Congress, the annual joint research meeting of the academic surgical societies held at the Washington Hilton in Washington, DC.
- Abstract
- A short research summary submitted to the congress for review; accepted abstracts are presented and archived on the organiser site.
- Moderator
- A session chair responsible for running a scientific session; the organiser publishes dedicated moderator instructions for the congress.
- Institutional member
- A university or health system holding a membership with the sponsoring societies, recognised on the congress site.
- AAS/SUS
- The Association for Academic Surgery and the Society of University Surgeons, the societies whose programmes the congress site groups under AAS/SUS association information.
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Also known as
Alternate names and search phrases for this event.
- Academic Surgical Congress - ASC 2027
- Academic Surgical Congress - ASC Washington, DC 2027
- Academic Surgical Congress 2027
- Academic Surgical Congress Washington, DC 2027
- Washington, DC United States
- Medical Conference Washington, DC 2027
- Surgical instruments and devices
- Educational resources for surgical training
- Healthcare technology solutions for surgery
- Pharmaceutical products for surgical applications
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