Events

MAR

9

to Mar 12

HIMSS26

The HIMSS Global Health Conference & Exhibition is the can’t-miss health information and technology event of the year, where professionals throughout the global health ecosystem connect for education, innovation and collaboration. The event is known for its world-class educational programming, with hundreds of highly vetted sessions from industry leaders, renowned keynote speakers, specialty programs to meet distinct needs, and hands-on preconference symposia and forum.

The Venetian Convention & Expo Center, Caesars Forum, and Wynn Las Vegas

APR

26

to Apr 28

AVAS 2026

This meeting is attended by general, oncologic, peripheral vascular, endovascular, thoracic, cardiac, wound care, and critical care surgeons as well as anesthesia providers from VA hospitals throughout the United States. Many university-based surgeons, surgery residents, and medical students from programs with VA affiliations typically attend this meeting. We anticipate approximately 180 surgeons and 20 exhibitors will attend.

Hyatt Regency Newport Beach

APR

28

to Apr 29

DoD/VA & GOV Health IT Spring Summit

DSI’s Biannual DoD/VA & Government HIT Summit will bring together leaders from across the VA, DHA, DoD, federal government, and relevant industry stakeholders to explore the successes and challenges of implementing and maintaining a unified, interoperable federal Electronic Health Record (EHR) system. This spring’s event will also discuss innovative technologies and solutions to enhance healthcare delivery and quality for Veterans and active-duty service members.

National Housing Center

MAY

26

to May 27

AFCEA Bethesda Health IT Summit

Technology provides an environment for collaboration, cooperation, and coordination among key players in the healthcare system, including government agencies, private-sector partners, and academia. This collaboration fortifies the health IT ecosystem and makes it more resilient. Specifically, digital transformation improves healthcare equity. It promotes the use of data as a strategic asset and breaks down silos to improve interoperability among the engaged entities.

Bethesda North Marriott Hotel and Conference Center

JUN

1

to Jun 4

VETS26

The VETS26 Conference brings together Federal Procurement Decision Makers + Large Prime Contractors + Procurement Ready Small Business Leaders for 3 days of non-stop Networking, Training, and Teaming! 60+ content-rich training sessions. 200+ Vendors & Teaming Partners on the industry’s’ largest Exhibit Hall.

Hyatt Regency New Orleans

JUL

28

to Jul 29

VA Healthcare Summit 2026

IDGA's Veterans Affairs Healthcare Summit is now in its 19th iteration and is an industry-wide staple for those supporting the VA’s mission set. Their partners across the military, government, private and non-profit healthcare sector, academia and consultant communities have consistently made this event a marquee gathering for senior stakeholders, technology experts, industry innovators, clinicians, nurses and administrators. The Summit regularly hosting over 500+ attendees, this engagement opportunity will provide those leaders across the VA Healthcare ecosystem the chance to learn, share, and connect with our nation’s veterans to improve health outcomes, care access, and delivery.

MGM Hotel and Casino

SEP

10

to Sep 13

AVAHO 2026

The Association of VA Hematology and Oncology (AVAHO) exists to increase the skills and abilities of veteran-centered cancer care professionals across all disciplines so they can provide the best possible care for our veterans. Our current membership of nearly 1,300 professionals is comprised of medical oncologists and hematologists, surgical oncologists, radiation oncologists, pharmacists, nurses, nurse practitioners, Advanced Practice Registered Nurses, physician assistants, social workers, cancer registrars, and other allied health professionals. AVAHO provides opportunities for networking, strengthen the educational activities, and improve the research capabilities among VA Hematology/Oncology professionals.

Austin Marriott Downtown