The top 20 healthcare meeting destinations in the U.S. over the last ten years hosted 51.3% of all reported healthcare meetings.

Large healthcare meetings and conventions can be accommodated by a limited number of locations, thus impacting the representation of those cities. However, since over half of all reported healthcare meetings take place in these cities, these are the most likely locations where convention costs will be incurred. Thus, knowing where meetings are held is helpful in managing costs, forecasting expenses and planning strategies. For example, the costs associated with labor can vary widely from city to city.

Where Did Meetings Go In 2006?

In 2006, 46.9% of all reported healthcare meetings took place in the top 20 destinations. Compared to the averages of all reported meetings held in 2006, meetings held in the top 20 destinations, on average, reported 41% more professional attendance and 57.1% more total attendance. For more information, visit the HCEA Member Area.

Top 20 Healthcare Meeting Cities in 2006

All Reported Meetings

Locations	Reported Meetings
Las Vegas	104
Chicago	101
Oralndo	93
Washington, DC	73
San Diego	70
San Francisco	68
Boston	68
Atlanta	61
San Antionio	42
New York	38
Baltimore	35
Philadelphia	32
Phoenix	28
Tucson	27
Miami	25
Dallas	25
St. Louis	25
Denver	24
Nashville	21
New Orleans*	20

*New Orleans numbers affected by Hurricane Katrina