
ASE | American Society of Echocardiography 2026
Event Date
June 26–28, 2026
Location
Aurora, CO
About This Show
AI-drafted summaryThe ASE Scientific Sessions is the annual meeting of the American Society of Echocardiography, and the 2026 edition marks the society's 37th Annual Scientific Sessions. The ASE 2026 Scientific Sessions are designed to provide clinicians, sonographers, and researchers with the latest advancements in echocardiography practice and technology, integrating innovation, multimodality imaging, and collaborative learning across diverse cardiovascular disciplines.
The program is broad in scope. ASE 2026 content is not only designed for cardiologists and sonographers, but also is inclusive of specialists like pediatricians, point of care clinicians, anesthesiologists, interventionalists, vascular specialists, surgeons, veterinarians, nurses, researchers, and engineers.
Attendees gain hands-on education, exposure to emerging technologies, and networking with global leaders in cardiovascular ultrasound. Hosted by the American Society of Echocardiography, ASE 2026 takes place June 26–28, 2026 at the Gaylord Rockies Resort & Convention Center in Aurora, Colorado, bringing together clinicians, sonographers, and researchers from around the world to explore the latest advancements in echocardiography, imaging technology, and patient care. The accompanying Echo Expo lets attendees discover new products and interact with exhibitors.
Show Highlights
Signature features and tracks include:
- AI & Innovation — artificial intelligence foundations, debates on AI integration, and novel technologies in echo labs.
- Multimodality Imaging — joint sessions with CT and interventional imaging specialists addressing planning and procedural integration.
- Pediatric/ACHD/Fetal — a 'Meet the Legends' series, congenital heart disease updates, and multidisciplinary pediatric/fetal case reviews.
- Veterinary Cardiology — a joint ASE–ACVIM session featuring late-breaking abstracts and translational lessons from veterinary imaging.
- Interventional Echocardiography, Quality & Safety, and Education & Accreditation tracks.
A full-day POCUS Workshop is also offered. This intensive, full-day workshop is designed to provide a comprehensive, hands-on learning experience in Point-of-Care Ultrasound for frontline clinicians, covering cardiac, pulmonary, and abdominal ultrasound and culminating in a Certificate of Completion. Networking centerpieces include the President's Welcome Reception, the Echo Expo, and the ePoster theater.
Attendance
The meeting draws a global audience. ASE has a membership database of more than 17,000, and also promotes the Scientific Sessions & Echo Expo to an extensive database of non-members interested in echo-specific cardiovascular ultrasound education. Exhibitors interact with the largest cardiovascular ultrasound membership community, including clinicians, hands-on physicians, and sonographers with direct and/or influential purchasing power in hospitals, private clinics, and university settings. The society notes that the Scientific Sessions bring together echo enthusiasts from over 45 countries.
Registration
Registration for ASE 2026 at the Gaylord Rockies Resort & Convention Center, June 26-28, 2026, is open and can be completed online. Pricing is tiered by date and registrant type:
- ASE Physician Member: $1,029 early (through April 1, 2026), $1,129 advance, $1,255 on-site.
- Physician Nonmember: $1,439 / $1,539 / $1,665.
- Sonographer/Veterinarian/Allied Health ASE Member: $655 / $755 / $880.
- ASE Fellows-in-Training Member: $400 / $500 / $625.
- Student Sonographer: $380 / $480 / $605.
- One-Day: $279 / $379 / $505.
- Guest: $85 (all periods).
Residents of Colorado can receive 10% off full in-person conference registration by emailing ASE. Active or retired U.S. military attendees may email ASE to receive a discount code. Cancellation requests received on or before May 26, 2026 receive a full refund minus a $100 administrative fee, while cancellations between May 27 and June 25, 2026 receive a 50% refund. Note that there is no online content streaming this year, though captured content may be purchased with conference registration.
History
The American Society of Echocardiography was founded in 1975; in 2025, ASE celebrated its milestone 50th anniversary. The 2026 meeting is the society's 37th Annual Scientific Sessions. ASE is the Society for Cardiovascular Ultrasound Professionals and the largest global organization for cardiovascular ultrasound imaging, serving physicians, sonographers, nurses, veterinarians, and scientists as the leader and advocate setting practice standards and guidelines for the field. The Scientific Sessions rotate among major U.S. convention cities each June. Future editions are scheduled for the Tampa Convention Center in June 2027, followed by Boston (2028), San Diego (2029), and Boston again (2030).
Venue & Travel
Venue
Gaylord Rockies Resort & Convention Center
6700 N Gaylord Rockies Blvd.
StreamTV Show 2026 takes place at the Gaylord Rockies Resort & Convention Center, a newly renovated alpine-inspired property just minutes from Denver International Airport. The resort offers mountain views, five restaurants and bars, the Relâche Spa, a fitness center, and the Arapahoe Springs Water Park. The show's exhibit and meeting hall hosts the Market Floor, meeting spaces, and networking areas such as the Circle Bar.
Parking
The resort charges a daily resort fee and offers parking for guests. Overnight guests receive discounted self-parking at $20 per day.
Getting There
The venue is just minutes from Denver International Airport (DEN), making air travel the most convenient option. A complimentary StreamTV shuttle operates during the show: it runs a continuous 30-minute loop between the Holiday Inn Express & Suites Denver Airport, Fairfield Inn & Suites Denver Airport, SpringHill Suites Denver Airport, and the Gaylord Rockies Resort & Convention Center. Rideshare and self-parking are also available for those driving.
Nearby Hotels
The host hotel is the Gaylord Rockies Resort & Convention Center, where the official room block is available (though it can sell out on peak nights). The organizer has secured additional room blocks nearby at the Fairfield Inn & Suites Denver Airport and SpringHill Suites Denver Airport, with shuttle service to and from the Gaylord. The Holiday Inn Express & Suites Denver Airport is also served by the show shuttle route. Rooms can be booked through the event's official Passkey booking link.
Frequently Asked Questions
When and where is ASE 2026 taking place?
The ASE 2026 Scientific Sessions take place June 26-28, 2026 at the Gaylord Rockies Resort & Convention Center in Aurora, Colorado, near Denver International Airport.
Who should attend the ASE Scientific Sessions?
The program is designed for cardiologists and sonographers, and is also inclusive of pediatricians, point-of-care clinicians, anesthesiologists, interventionalists, vascular specialists, surgeons, veterinarians, nurses, researchers, and engineers with an interest in echocardiography.
How do I register and how much does it cost?
Registration is open online through ASE. Fees are tiered by date and registrant type, ranging from $279 for a one-day pass and $400 for ASE Fellows-in-Training members to $1,029 for ASE physician members at the early rate, with higher advance and on-site prices.
How much CME credit can I earn?
ASE designates the live course for a maximum of 19.75 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits, with MOC and MOCA 2.0 points also available, and CME hours recognized toward sonographer registry requirements.
Is parking available and what does it cost?
Yes. The daily and overnight self-parking rate is $24.75. Day visitors should select the ASE button at the self-parking gate, and overnight guests should tell the front desk they are attending ASE to receive the discounted rate.
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