The medtech sector continues its rapid evolution, with digital innovation reshaping how medical devices are designed, manufactured, and deployed. As this transformation accelerates, staying informed about breakthrough technologies and industry shifts has become critical for professionals seeking to maintain their competitive edge. Success in this industry requires deliberate engagement with the latest developments, emerging methodologies, and innovative solutions.
Attending premier industry conferences remains one of the most valuable ways to stay ahead of the curve. These gatherings provide direct access to pioneering technologies, thought leadership, and meaningful professional connections. We've carefully compiled this guide to the most impactful medical device and MedTech conferences happening in 2026, organized chronologically with detailed insights into why each event deserves your attention, including our standout recommendations for the year ahead.
MD&M WEST 2026
Feb 3-5, 2026 | Anaheim, CA
As the leading medical device exhibition in North America, MD&M West continues to draw over 14,000 participants and 1,600+ exhibiting companies annually. This cornerstone event showcases breakthrough innovations across medical devices, digital health platforms, hospital infrastructure, cardiovascular technologies, and pharmaceutical solutions. MD&M West fosters collaboration that drives healthcare forward and delivers measurable improvements in patient care worldwide. Hattrick considers this a must-attend event for 2026.
LSI Emerging Medtech Summit - Hattrick Favorite!
Mar 18-22, 2026 | Monarch Beach, CA
Join the LSI Emerging Medtech Summit this March for unparalleled access to early-stage investment opportunities and strategic partnerships. Designed for innovative medtech, healthtech, and digital health ventures, this Life Science Intelligence (LSI) gathering brings together industry visionaries committed to healthcare transformation. The Monarch Beach setting provides an ideal backdrop for meaningful connections.
DeviceTalks
May 27-28, 2026 | Boston, MA
DeviceTalks serves as the definitive meeting place for MedTech professionals dedicated to pushing the boundaries of medical device innovation. With 1,600+ engaged participants, this Boston event connects you with funding sources, showcases emerging technologies, and provides the momentum needed to bring your next device breakthrough to market.
MedTech World North America
May 11-13, 2026 | West Palm Beach, FL
MedTech World North America brings together the entire healthcare innovation ecosystem at one of the industry's fastest-growing conferences. This three-day summit attracts 2,000+ attendees including startup founders, investors, healthcare leaders, and service providers from over 50 countries. The event features 300+ speakers, curated 1:1 matchmaking through their MedTech Match platform, startup pitch competitions, and the prestigious MedTech Awards Night. Positioned uniquely at the intersection of media, events, and capital, MedTech World creates unparalleled opportunities for meaningful connections and strategic partnerships. We haven't attended before but it's on our radar this year!
AAMI Exchange
May 29- June 1 | Denver, CO
AAMI eXchange stands as the world's most comprehensive healthcare technology management exhibition. This essential event provides unmatched access to health technology systems, products, and services that are shaping the future of healthcare delivery and patient safety.
FIME
Jun 17-19, 2026 | Miami, FL
The Florida International Medical Expo returns to Miami Beach Convention Center in June 2026, welcoming 13,000+ healthcare professionals from over 116 countries alongside 1,158+ exhibitors. FIME provides an unmatched international stage for networking, knowledge exchange, and business development across the healthcare spectrum. This event ranks among Hattrick's top recommendations for medical device conferences in 2026.
MEDevice Boston
August 26-27, 2026 | Boston, MA
This premier medical device exposition brings together engineers, technology executives, and innovators in the nation's third-largest MedTech hub. MEDevice Boston accelerates product development timelines, delivers crucial regulatory guidance, and facilitates vital OEM partnerships—all within a focused, efficient format designed for breakthrough collaboration.
MedTech Conference - Hattrick Favorite!
Oct 18-21, 2026 | San Diego, CA
The MedTech Conference delivers exceptional networking opportunities for industry executives and decision-makers. This fall gathering convenes global leaders, policy experts, and pioneers from across medtech specialties. Expect world-renowned speakers and exposure to transformative technologies that will define the industry's future.
American Medical Device Summit
Oct 26-27, 2026 | Chicago, IL
This executive-focused summit brings together 250+ medical device leaders to explore frontier innovations in wearables, robotics, and artificial intelligence. Participants gain strategic perspectives through expert presentations covering product development approaches, regulatory navigation, and international MedTech market dynamics.
MD&M Minneapolis
Oct 21-22, 2026 | Minneapolis, MN
Part of Advanced Manufacturing Minneapolis, MD&M Minneapolis represents the premier medical design and manufacturing gathering for the region. Situated in Medical Alley—a recognized healthcare innovation corridor—this conference delivers exceptional networking with medtech pioneers while highlighting Minnesota's unique capacity to advance healthcare through technological innovation and specialized talent. This promises to be one of the standout medical device conferences of 2026.
MEDevice Silicon Valley
Nov 19-20, 2026 | Silicon Valley, CA
BIOMEDevice Silicon Valley assembles 1,200 professionals and 170 exhibiting companies to examine the latest medical device breakthroughs. Featuring 40+ industry authorities delivering educational content and facilitating networking opportunities, this conference provides comprehensive perspectives on the advancing medical technology ecosystem.
The medical device sector shows no signs of slowing its innovation trajectory. Technological advancement and an unwavering commitment to enhanced patient outcomes continue to propel the industry forward. The MedTech conferences featured in this guide represent exceptional opportunities for industry professionals to remain current with emerging capabilities and market developments. Each gathering provides distinct insights into medical technology progress, spanning next-generation devices to digital health breakthroughs.
For professionals committed to leading rather than following in medical device innovation, these MedTech conferences deliver the strategic relationships and industry intelligence essential for navigating an increasingly sophisticated marketplace.
We've highlighted several events where Hattrick team members may be present throughout 2026. Which conferences are on your calendar for the year ahead? Share your plans in the comments or reach out to explore potential collaboration opportunities!