2026 American Medical Society for Sports Medicine (AMSSM) Annual Meeting

2026 American Medical Society for Sports Medicine (AMSSM) Annual Meeting is organized by American Medical Society for Sports Medicine (AMSSM) and will be held from Apr 24 - 29, 2026 at Seattle, Washington, United States of America.

Conference Highlights:
A new lineup of Signature Lectures will feature expert talks on concussion, sports medicine fellowships, the use of corticosteroids in pregnancy, and sport-specific considerations for soccer athletes. There will continue to be the diverse lineup of lectures, hands-on sessions, and other educational topics for all levels of sports medicine physicians and trainees. Also, come join us for the AMSSM Collaborative Research Network (CRN) Summit –Orthobiologics for Sports Medicine Physicians: Bridging the Gaps as we will be celebrating 10 years of the CRN.

Course Objectives:
Upon completion of this course, the participant should be able to:

• Discuss the latest evidence associated with the use of platelet rich plasma (PRP).
• Recognize the physiology and treatment paradigms of extracorporeal shockwave therapy.
• Describe the pros and cons of various imaging modalities for peripheral neuropathies, in particular ultrasound and MRI.
• Analyze the top research articles and determine clinical applicability.
• Identify the role that evidence has played in sports medicine and how it exists in today’s practice.
• Describe how to utilize the latest guidelines in pre-participation electrocardiograms.
• Discuss the unique demands, treatment plans, and diagnostic workups for Winter Olympians and Paralympians.
• Identify aspects of leadership that can help physicians advance their career in a healthy manner.
• Discuss the complex interaction of the elbow joint, its role in a variety of sports, and how to appropriately diagnose and treat its associated pathologies.
• Describe the intricacies of, and apply strategies for, emergency action plans.
• Discuss the unique demands, treatment plans, and diagnostic workups for soccer athletes.
• Identify how to develop plans to optimize health and performance of athletes with relative energy deficiency.
• Discuss the importance of sleep and methods to implement a sleep health program.
• Recognize the role of nutrition in athletic health and performance.
• Discuss the role of hematology within sports medicine
• Identify the unique radiological aspects of pediatric sports medicine
• Describe the role of exercise in sports medicine
• Develop strategies for preventing injuries in a variety of sports