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AAA 2027 St. Louis — American Academy of Audiology Annual Convention

AAA 2027 + HearTECH Expo — American Academy of Audiology Annual Convention
📅 7–10 April 2027📍 America's Center, St. Louis, USA🌐 English
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AAA 2027 · St. Louis

About AAA 2027

The American Academy of Audiology (AAA) Annual Convention, together with the HearTECH Expo, takes place on 7–10 April 2027 at America's Center Convention Complex in St. Louis, Missouri.

According to the official site, the convention brings clinical audiologists together for education on evidence-based practice and leadership, clinical sessions, research presentations and innovation showcases, with networking among thousands of audiologists, leading experts, service providers and manufacturers.

The convention moves to a different US city each year; according to the official schedule, AAA 2028 will be held in Denver on 22–25 March 2028.

⏳ Upcoming deadline

Submissions for Learning Modules, Spotlight Sessions, Research Podiums and the Student Research Forum close on 2 October 2026; posters close on 5 November 2026.

Why Attend?

  • An annual convention aimed directly at clinical audiologists, bringing together thousands of them.
  • An education programme focused on practice management, leadership and evidence-based clinical practice.
  • Priority topics such as paediatric and vestibular care, interprofessional collaboration and advances in technology.
  • Hearing technology companies at the HearTECH Expo.
  • A call for abstracts open to clinicians, researchers and academics worldwide, with a dedicated student research forum.

Key Dates

Abstracts
Learning Modules · Spotlight · Research Podiums · Student Forum2 October 2026
Decisions (oral)17–20 November 2026
Poster deadline5 November 2026
Poster decisions18 December 2026
Industry updates8 January 2027
Registration
Member registration & housing open4 November 2026
Non-member registration opens2 December 2026
Full refund deadline (less USD 50)9 February 2027
Early-bird registration ends24 February 2027
50% refund deadline16 March 2027
Advance registration ends5 April 2027
Convention
AAA 20277–10 April 2027

Dates are compiled from the official AAA website.

Program & Courses

The programme centres on practice management, leadership and evidence-based clinical best practice. Priority topics in the call for abstracts:

  • Advances in audiology and the evolution of technology
  • Interprofessional collaboration
  • Career development and business management
  • Paediatric and vestibular care

Session Types

  • Learning Modules — 60 minutes
  • Spotlight Sessions — 30 minutes
  • Research Podiums — 30 minutes
  • Student Research Forum
  • Posters and industry updates

ℹ️ Information being updated

The details in this section have not yet been finalized by the convention's official organization. This page will be updated as information is announced; for the most up-to-date information, you can visit the official website.

Official Site

Abstract Submission

The call for abstracts is open to clinicians, researchers and academics from around the world. All submissions are peer-reviewed in a blind-review process, considering content quality, available space and programme balance.

Learning Module (60 min)2 Oct 2026
Spotlight (30 min)2 Oct 2026
Research Podium (30 min)2 Oct 2026
Student Research Forum2 Oct 2026
Poster5 Nov 2026
Industry Update8 Jan 2027

Call for Abstracts

Organiser

The convention is organised by the American Academy of Audiology, based in Reston, Virginia.

Speakers

The programme committee and invited speakers have not been announced yet.

ℹ️ Information being updated

The details in this section have not yet been finalized by the convention's official organization. This page will be updated as information is announced; for the most up-to-date information, you can visit the official website.

Official Site

Registration & Attendance

Member registration and housing open on 4 November 2026, and non-member registration on 2 December 2026. Early-bird registration ends on 24 February 2027 and advance registration on 5 April 2027. Fees will be published on the registration pages; according to the official site, membership plus the member registration fee costs less than the non-member rate.

Cancellation

  • Until 9 February 2027: full refund less a USD 50 processing fee
  • Until 16 March 2027: 50% refund
  • From 17 March 2027: no refunds

Accommodation

Maritz Global Events is the official housing provider; booking through the AAA room block secures the lowest rate.

RegistrationHotels & Travel

Convention Venue

The convention is held at America's Center Convention Complex in downtown St. Louis.
701 Convention Plaza, St. Louis, MO, USA

Travel & Visa

The official site has a section on air and ground transportation and information for international travellers. Depending on your citizenship you may need a visa to enter the US; apply early, as visa appointments can take time.

Travel Information