AAOP2027 brings orthotists, prosthetists and O&P suppliers to New Orleans on 10-13 February 2027 for clinical education, hands-on workshops and a focused exhibit hall.
Dates
10–13 Feb 2027
City / country
New Orleans, United States
Venue
Hyatt Regency New Orleans
Time
Wednesday 10 February 2027 to Saturday 13 February 2027 · daily session start and end times are published in the online programme
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Companies exhibiting at AAOP 2027 Annual Meeting & Scientific Symposium include Aether Biomedical Sp. z. o.o, Airlite Plastics, Allard USA, AllClaim by Ottobock and Allied Plastic and O&P Supply.
Event overview
AAOP2027 is the 53rd Academy Annual Meeting & Scientific Symposium, the American Academy of Orthotists and Prosthetists' flagship four-day gathering in New Orleans. Orthotists, prosthetists, pedorthists, technicians, researchers, educators and students come together for clinical deep dives, hands-on workshops, technical training and a focused exhibit hall.
The programme is built around evidence-led practice and the technologies changing O&P care, from socket design and materials to digital fabrication. Exhibitors meet clinicians and practice owners who specify products and influence purchasing.
The Hyatt Regency New Orleans keeps sessions, the show floor and networking in one downtown venue.
TL;DR
Visit to earn CEUs across a dense programme of clinical sessions, hands-on workshops and technical workshops, and to compare materials, components and digital workflows in one exhibit hall. The meeting is compact enough to cover the floor and still attend sessions, and the New Orleans venue keeps networking close.
Exhibit because the audience is a concentrated group of orthotic and prosthetic clinicians, practice owners, technicians and researchers who specify components and fabrication methods. A focused floor and four-day programme create repeated contact with buyers, while two included full-conference badges make staffing simple.
Attendees, exhibitors & solutions
Visitor profile
Typical attendee groups you can expect to meet.
Exhibitor profile
Main supplier and exhibitor segments present at the show.
Product categories
Key solution areas showcased across the event.
Location & Facilities
601 Loyola Avenue, New Orleans, LA 70113, United States
Entrances & gates
Main entrance, 601 Loyola Avenue
Loyola Avenue entrance is the principal hotel and meeting entrance.
On-site self-parking and valet at the hotel; published self-parking is about USD 40 per day.
$40.00/day
The hotel has accessible rooms, a stair-free main entrance and accessible meeting facilities; request specific room or session needs when registering.
Hotel bell desk accepts luggage before check-in and after check-out.
Food options
8 Block Kitchen & Bar, Borgne, Whole Hog Café
On-site diningParking: The venue has on-site parking and valet; the hotel's published daily self-parking rate is about USD 40. Confirm the event rate when you book.
Gate: Use the main Loyola Avenue entrance and follow AAOP signage to registration and the exhibit hall.
Attend
Event days & opening times
Exhibitor additional full-conference badge (Tier 1)
Beyond the two complimentary badges included with each exhibit space.
Exhibitor single-day badge (Tier 1)
Tier 1 runs 21 September 2026 to 8 January 2027.
Patient model single-day badge
Flat rate across all tiers.
Ticket info
Badge collection
Bring photo ID and your registration confirmation to the AAOP registration desk; badges are issued per registered attendee or exhibitor.
Ticket notes
No public day ticket is sold. Attendee registration is tiered, with member and non-member rates; exhibitor badges include two complimentary full-conference registrations per exhibit space.
Registration deadline
2027-02-13
Build-up & tear-down
Who runs the show
American Academy of Orthotists and Prosthetists (AAOP)
Organiser
What's on
How the last edition performed
Last edition
2026
Visitors: 1,500
Exhibitors: 175
Floor area: 3,716 sqm
Edition #: 52
This edition
2027
Visitors: 1,500
Exhibitors: 175
Next edition
2028
No 2028 dates or venue have been announced. The Academy is expected to confirm the next Annual Meeting after the 2027 edition; treat any 2028 planning as provisional.
New this edition
53rd edition in New Orleans
The meeting returns to the Hyatt Regency New Orleans for a four-day programme of clinical, technical and hands-on education.
SourceImpact
AAOP2027 concentrates a national O&P audience in one downtown hotel, so a single conversation can reach clinicians who specify components, materials and lab equipment across many practices. The four-day format mixes clinical education with an exhibit hall, giving suppliers repeated exposure to the same buyers rather than a one-day pass-by.
Audience quality
The audience is professional and specification-led: certified orthotists and prosthetists, practice owners, technicians, residents and researchers. Attendance is tied to registration and membership, which filters out casual consumers. Buyers arrive with clinical problems and active purchasing decisions, but the show does not publish an audited buyer mix, so qualify accounts on the floor.
Exhibitor outcomes
ROI depends on follow-up discipline rather than floor traffic alone. A focused exhibit hall and two included full-conference badges keep staffing costs predictable, while the clinical programme gives exhibitors context for technical conversations. No audited rebooking, satisfaction or ROI figures were published; model pipeline from qualified conversations, not headline attendance.
Intelligence
Key market insights, trends, news and related events to help you understand the bigger picture.
Why it matters
Orthotic and prosthetic care is moving toward outcome measurement, digital fabrication and payer-ready documentation. AAOP2027 puts clinicians, lab managers and manufacturers in the same rooms, making it a practical venue for specification decisions rather than a broad consumer showcase.
Key trends shaping this market and its wider industry.
Outcome-led clinical practice
Payers and referral networks increasingly ask for documented functional outcomes, not only device delivery. Clinicians want measurement tools and evidence they can use in daily notes.
What it changes: Exhibitors that can show clinical evidence and workflow support are easier to justify than product-only pitches.
Digital fabrication moves into routine care
Scanning, CAD design, 3D printing and central fabrication are becoming standard options for O&P labs rather than experiments.
What it changes: Software and production suppliers can meet lab owners who are actively replacing manual processes.
Workforce and succession pressure
Clinics face technician shortages and an ageing practitioner base, raising demand for training, modular production and equipment that reduces manual labour.
What it changes: Education-led selling and hands-on demonstrations resonate with owners who need to train the next team.
AAOP sits among the major North American and international O&P meetings. Buyers often pair it with the orthopaedic surgeons meeting, the AOPA National Assembly and the biennial OT World showcase.
AAOS 2027 Annual Meeting
San Diego, United States
Circuit estimate; verify exact dates on the AAOS calendar. It overlaps AAOP week and draws surgeon buyers.
websiteAOPA National Assembly 2027
Austin, United States
Circuit estimate; AOPA usually meets in late September. Confirm city and dates before booking.
websiteOT World 2028
Leipzig, Germany
Circuit estimate on the biennial cycle; confirm the exact 2028 dates.
websiteWinter North America
Both fall in February 2027; suppliers often choose one or split teams.
Autumn US assembly
A second US buying moment later in the year.
Circuit rows are editorial estimates built from the O&P meeting calendar; exact dates for the adjacent shows were not fetched in this run.
Plan your trip
Choose from the following airports, with convenient access to the event and venue.
Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport
Main gateway; taxi flat fare and rideshare pick-up are well signed.
about 24 km
to venue
25-35 minutes
by car
Gulfport-Biloxi International Airport
Secondary option with fewer international connections; rent a car or book a shuttle.
about 120 km
to venue
1 hour 30 minutes
by car
A range of accommodation options near the venue and across key areas.
USD 130–190 / night
Rates for the meeting week; book early because the Mardi Gras season tightens inventory.
USD 210–300 / night
The host hotel is the most convenient; nearby Poydras hotels are a short walk or streetcar ride.
USD 330–480 / night
Luxury options within a short cab or streetcar ride of the venue.
Get around the city with these convenient transport options.
Streetcar
RTA streetcar stop is close to the Hyatt on Loyola Avenue.
Taxi
Follow the taxi dispatcher at the airport; confirm the flat-fare zone before departure.
Rideshare
Pick-up zones at MSY are signposted; surge pricing is common during conventions.
Weather
February is mild and changeable in New Orleans: daytime highs around 19°C, lows near 11°C, with a real chance of rain and cool evenings. Mardi Gras parades can affect traffic and hotel prices.
Plan for the climate
Check temperatures and pack accordingly
Venue connectivity
The venue and most CBD hotels offer Wi-Fi; mobile coverage is strong. Buy a US eSIM or local plan if you need data outside the hotel.
Ride-hailing
Taxis
Public transit
Car rentals
Useful information to help you have a smooth and respectful visit.
Punctuality and dress
Sessions start on time. Business casual is standard; bring a light jacket for air-conditioned rooms.
Tipping
Tip 18-20% at restaurants and USD 2-5 per bag for hotel staff; taxis usually expect 15-20%.
Practical guides
Everything needed to arrive prepared, navigate the event, and make the visit productive.
Destination: MSY
Book 8-12 weeks ahead for February. Check baggage rules if you carry display samples; allow a connection buffer at busy US hubs.
Book flightsGet to the venue and around the city with these options.
Airport → venue: MSY to the Hyatt is about 25-35 minutes by taxi or rideshare; the taxi flat fare is about USD 36.
Hotel → venue: Most CBD hotels are a 5-20 minute walk. The Loyola streetcar connects the venue with Canal Street and the French Quarter.
Ride-hail: Uber and Lyft operate at MSY and across the CBD; use the signed pick-up zones at the airport.
Public transit: RTA streetcar and bus fares are USD 1.25 per ride, with a USD 3 day pass.
Parking: Hotel self-parking is about USD 40 per day; nearby garages may be cheaper but fill during events.
Plan and pack for the event climate.
Month: February
Temperature: 11-19°C
Seasonality: Mild, humid and changeable with passing rain; Mardi Gras season brings parades and crowds.
Packing: Bring layers, a compact umbrella and comfortable walking shoes for the French Quarter and riverfront.
Plan your trip
Best day to visit: Thursday 11 February 2027
The first full day combines a settled programme with a full exhibit hall and evening networking, so a one-day visitor can cover education and supplier meetings without the setup-day disruption.
Confirm registration tier and book the hotel — Rates rise after 8 January 2027; the host hotel fills quickly.
Build a session shortlist and map the exhibit hall — Choose two must-attend sessions per day and leave room for the floor.
Arrange flights and airport transfer — MSY is the main gateway; allow 35 minutes from the airport to the CBD.
Prepare questions and lead-capture plan — Bring a notebook or use a QR code; record the follow-up reason, not just the company name.
Check in online, pack business cards and confirm the programme — Sessions and room changes are posted in the online programme.
Registration and badge collection
Hyatt Regency New Orleans, main foyerClinical deep-dive session
Meeting rooms, Hyatt RegencySupplier meetings on the exhibit floor
Exhibit HallProgramme exploration and networking
Session rooms and hotel lobbyFrench Quarter and Jackson Square
Walk and Food
About 1.5 km, 20 minutes on foot
Historic architecture, street music and classic New Orleans food within an easy walk of the CBD.
Garden District and St. Charles streetcar
Neighbourhood and Architecture
About 20 minutes by streetcar
Mansions, live oaks and a slower view of the city; good for a half-day break.
Hyatt Regency lobby and bar
Hotel lobby
The default meeting point between sessions and after the exhibit hall closes.
Poydras Street restaurants
Restaurant row
Walkable dinner options for small groups; book ahead during convention week.
AAOP buyers are clinicians and practice owners who evaluate products against patient needs and reimbursement. A specific, evidence-led follow-up outperforms a mass email.
Budget
Shell scheme
USD 550–750 / m²
Raw space
USD 350–500 / m²
Standard booth
9 m²
No 2027 exhibitor tariff was fetched. Bands are planning estimates built from the venue and comparable US O&P meetings; request the official prospectus before committing.
sourceAdjust the inputs below to create a directional event budget.
This is a directional estimate. Please verify live rates before booking.
Official cost items and estimated ranges for exhibitors.
booth shell
exhibitor · 9 sqm
USD 4950–6750 / per booth
hotel
both · mid
USD 210–300 / per room per night
visa
visitor · B-1
USD 185 / per person
| Item | For | Tier | Estimated range | Status | As of |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| booth shell | exhibitor | 9 sqm | USD 4950–6750 / per booth | estimate | 2026-10-31 |
| hotel | both | mid | USD 210–300 / per room per night | estimate | 2026-10-31 |
| visa | visitor | B-1 | USD 185 / per person | estimate | 2026-10-31 |
Decision
Six quick questions to see whether AAOP2027 is a visit, an exhibit or a skip for your team.
QUESTION 1 OF 6
What best describes your role?
Compare participation options side by side to choose the best fit for your objectives.
visit
You have a clinical or procurement problem to solve and can attend at least one full day.
Best for
Clinicians and practice teams who need CEUs and a supplier shortlist
Min. budget
$1,200.00
Timeline
4-8 weeks
Risks
Session clashes
Hotel rates rise late
exhibit
You have a product to demonstrate and a follow-up process that can convert clinical leads.
Best for
O&P product, materials and software suppliers
Min. budget
$7,000.00
Timeline
3-4 months
Risks
Freight deadlines
Low traffic if staffing is thin
skip
You cannot act within a year and the audience does not match your products.
Best for
Teams with no O&P remit or no near-term decision
Timeline
Not applicable
Risks
Missing relationship-building
Book with
Recommended providers
Official B-1 guidance and appointment scheduling.
Host hotel; request the AAOP rate when the block opens.
Compare one-stop routes into MSY; book early for February.
Official-style exhibition services provider; confirm the 2027 show contract before shipping.
Event and travel insurance quote; confirm exhibitor liability cover separately.
Book French Quarter and Garden District tours outside session hours.
Badge-scan lead capture with CRM export; test before the show.
FAQs & glossary
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