Must Attend Health Conferences in Q3 & Q4 2024

Healthcare executives must stay informed about the latest advancements and trends due to how quickly the field evolves. In the second half of 2024, numerous conferences will present new research, technological updates, and networking opportunities.

Here’s a curated list of key conferences for health professionals, researchers, and industry leaders to consider attending to enhance patient care and stay ahead in the industry.

Q3 2024

2024 ASCLS, AGT & SAFMLS Joint Annual Meeting (JAM)

Date: July 8-12, 2024

Location: Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Fees:

• Early Bird (Deadline TBD):

  • Professional Member: $595 (In person), $495 (Virtual)

  • Ascending/Emeritus Professional Member: $495 (In person), $395 (Virtual)

  • Developing Professional (Student) Member: $290 (In person), $220 (Virtual)

  • Non-Member (Customer): $755 (In person), $575 (Virtual)

• Regular Rate (Deadline TBD):

  • Professional Member: $645 (In person), $545 (Virtual)

  • Ascending/Emeritus Professional Member: $545 (In person), $445 (Virtual)

  • Developing Professional (Student) Member: $320 (In person), $245 (Virtual)

  • Non-Member (Customer): $805 (In person), $625 (Virtual)

• Onsite/Late Rate (TBD):

  • Professional Member: $695 (In person), $595 (Virtual)

  • Ascending/Emeritus Professional Member: $595 (In person), $495 (Virtual)

  • Developing Professional (Student) Member: $350 (In person), $270 (Virtual)

  • Non-Member (Customer): $855 (In person), $675 (Virtual)

  • Guest: $200 (In person)

Description: This joint annual meeting integrates educational programs, abstracts/posters, and industry engagement platforms. It offers a mix of in-person and virtual attendance options, featuring over 50 educational sessions, poster presentations, industry partner exhibits, and networking activities. Attendees will have access to all recorded sessions for 30 days post-event, with over 50 hours of P.A.C.E.-approved credit.

Who should attend? Clinical laboratory professionals, genetic technologists, federal medical laboratory scientists, researchers, students, and industry vendors and suppliers of laboratory equipment and technology.

Website: 2024 ASCLS, AGT & SAFMLS Joint Annual Meeting (JAM)

ADLM 2024 Clinical Lab Expo

Date: July 28 - August 1, 2024

Location: Chicago, Illinois

Fees:

• Expo Only Registration Fees:

  • Early (Now through June 7, 2024): $40

  • Advance Rate (June 8 - July 26, 2024): $50

  • Onsite Rate (July 27 - August 1, 2024): $60

Description: Previously known as the AACC Clinical Lab Expo, this event is now part of the Association for Diagnostics & Laboratory Medicine (ADLM). The ADLM 2024 Clinical Lab Expo is a major event in the field of lab medicine. It provides an opportunity to learn about the latest advancements in clinical testing and patient care.

The event has 900 exhibitors and allows people to learn about advanced science and technology in laboratory medicine. Attendees can engage in a range of activities, from plenary sessions with world-renowned scientists to intimate roundtables.

Who should attend? Clinical lab professionals, GPO executives & product development specialists, and key purchasing decision makers.

Website: ADLM 2024 Clinical Lab Expo.

Q4 2024

World Health Summit 2024

Dates: October 13-15, 2024

Location: Berlin, Germany

Fees:

• Early Bird:

  • Private Sector / Industry: 2800 €

  • Public Sector / Academia and Research Organizations: 560 €

  • Philanthropy / Foundations / NGOs: 440 €

  • Health System Workers: 304 €

  • Youth / Students (up to age 29): 168 €

• Regular Rate:

  • Private Sector / Industry: 3500 €

  • Public Sector / Academia and Research Organizations: 700 €

  • Philanthropy / Foundations / NGOs: 550 €

  • Health System Workers: 380 €

  • Youth / Students (up to age 29): 210 €

Description: The World Health Summit is a leading global health conference that brings together stakeholders from various sectors to address pressing health issues. The summit focuses on global health innovations, policy solutions, and collaborative efforts to improve health worldwide.

Who should attend? Global health leaders, policy makers, academics, and industry representatives.

Website: World Health Summit

The MedTech Conference

Dates: October 15-17, 2024

Location: Toronto, Canada

Fees: Registration details, including fees, will be available in Spring 2024.

Description: The MedTech Conference brings together top executives and innovators from the medical device, diagnostics, and digital technology sectors. Featuring over 100 sessions on topics like digital health, AI, health equity, climate change, and government regulations. The event includes a partnering program, an investor forum, the MedTech Innovator Showcase, an exhibit hall, and networking opportunities. It's a platform for collaboration, learning, and discovering the newest in medical technology.

Who should attend? Executive healthcare leaders, global company execs, medical technology innovators, policymakers, and investors.

Website: The MedTech Conference

HLTH 2024

Date: October 20th-23rd, 2024

Location: Las Vegas, Nevada

Fees:

Registration costs vary widely, ranging from free to $4,100, based on the level of access and early registration discounts.

Description: HLTH 2024 is a major event focusing on health innovation and transformation. It brings together stakeholders from across healthcare to discuss the latest advancements in health technology, care delivery, and policy. The conference includes immersive experiences, summits, and networking opportunities designed to foster collaboration and innovation in healthcare

Who should attend? Healthcare providers, payers, investors, startups, and government officials.

Website: HTLH 2024

AMIA Annual Symposium

Dates: November 9-13, 2024

Location: San Francisco, California

Fees:

• Early Bird:

  • Member: $1050

  • Nonmember: $1465

  • Student Member: $515

  • Student Nonmember: $630

• Advance:

  • Member: $1165

  • Nonmember: $1465

  • Student Member: $570

  • Student Nonmember: $630

• On-Site:

  • Member: $1265

  • Nonmember: $1565

  • Student Member: $620

  • Student Nonmember: $730

Description: The AMIA Annual Symposium gathers clinical informaticians to discuss practice-ready solutions and the latest advancements in health informatics. It serves as a platform for exchanging knowledge and ideas aimed at improving health through informatics-driven innovations and research.

Who should attend? Clinical informaticians, healthcare IT professionals, and researchers.

Website: World Health Summit

Driving Innovation and Building Connections

The health conferences planned for 2H 2024 go beyond simple gatherings; they are centers of innovation and collaboration. These events offer platforms for experts to exchange ideas, collaborate, and explore the latest research and technological advancements. Whether you're a lab executive or a scientist, these conferences cater to various specialties.