Cervical Spine Research Society - CSRS 2026
Event Date
December 2–5, 2026
Location
Austin, TX
About This Show
AI-drafted summaryThe Cervical Spine Research Society (CSRS) Annual Meeting is a premier international gathering for the global cervical spine community. The 2026 edition marks the society's 54th Annual Meeting, held in Austin, Texas, and is paired back-to-back with the 31st Instructional Course, combining foundational learning with advanced science, innovation, and collaboration.
The meeting convenes approximately 600 leading orthopedic and neurosurgical physicians, alongside residents, fellows, allied health professionals, medical students, engineers, and industry partners from around the world. It serves as a forum for presenting high-quality research and exchanging ideas on the diagnosis, treatment, and advancement of cervical spine care.
Through scientific sessions, discussions, and collaborative programming, attendees engage with the latest innovations shaping the field. The 2026 program also features a dedicated wellness thread focused on surgeon health and career sustainability. For clinicians, researchers, and medical-device professionals working in cervical spine care, it is a key venue for education, networking, and continuing medical education (CME) credit.
Show Highlights
- Two events in one: The 31st Instructional Course opens the week, followed by the 54th Annual Meeting scientific program.
- Wellness at CSRS: A dedicated wellness thread woven throughout the program addressing surgeon burnout, resilience, and career sustainability — from morning movement to expert-led discussion.
- Keynote — "The Moral Obligation of Self-Care": Presented by Steve Forti, VP, Chief Wellness and Resiliency Officer at Hospital for Special Surgery, drawing parallels between surgeon burnout and the resilience of Army Special Operators.
- "Healing the Healer" symposium: Experts address the physical strain, burnout, and support systems that help spine surgeons thrive across a full career.
- Friday Morning Wellness Run: A casual, non-competitive 5K around Lady Bird Lake on Friday, December 4 at 6:30 AM (limited capacity, pre-registration required).
- Scientific objectives include reviewing cervical spine anatomy, comparing diagnostic methods, evaluating operative and non-operative treatments, managing surgical complications, and exchanging research with U.S. and international surgeons.
- Leadership: CSRS President Thomas E. Mroz, MD; Annual Meeting Co-Chairs Michael P. Steinmetz, MD, and Sheeraz A. Qureshi, MD, MBA.
Attendance
The CSRS Annual Meeting convenes approximately 600 attendees, including leading orthopedic and neurosurgical physicians, residents, fellows, allied health professionals, medical students, engineers, and industry partners from around the world.
Registration
Registration for the 54th Annual Meeting opens Wednesday, August 5, 2026. Admission includes access to scientific sessions (Wednesday, December 2 at 4:30 p.m. through Saturday, December 5), breakfast, receptions, the Industry Lunch Workshop (pre-registration required, limited seats), and CME.
Registration rate periods:
- Early Pricing: August 5 – November 4, 2026
- Regular/Onsite Pricing: On or after November 5, 2026
Sample rates (early / regular):
- Active Member: $0 / $0
- Candidate Member: $100 / $100
- Senior / CSRS Allied Organization Member: $800 / $1,000
- Medical Student: $25 / $25
- Resident/Fellow and Young Practicing Surgeon: $175 / $175
- Allied Health/Scientist: $850 / $1,100
- Physician (non-member): $1,100 / $1,300
- Industry Representative: $1,100 / $1,300
Online registrations require credit card payment and incur a 4% processing fee. Registrations canceled on or before November 4 are subject to a 10% cancellation fee; cancellations on or after November 5 receive no refund. Group registrations for corporate groups are due by November 20. Invitation letters for visa requests are available to registered attendees.
History
The CSRS Annual Meeting is presented by the Cervical Spine Research Society, a multidisciplinary organization that provides a forum for the exchange of ideas and promotes clinical and basic science research of the cervical spine. The 2026 event in Austin is the society's 54th Annual Meeting, held alongside the 31st Instructional Course, reflecting a long-running tradition of annual gatherings dedicated to advancing cervical spine care.
Frequently Asked Questions
When and where is the CSRS 54th Annual Meeting held?
The meeting takes place December 2-5, 2026, at the Austin Marriott Downtown in Austin, Texas. The 31st Instructional Course is held on December 2, followed by the 54th Annual Meeting through December 5.
Who should attend the CSRS Annual Meeting?
It is designed for orthopedic and neurosurgical physicians, residents, fellows, allied health professionals, medical students, engineers, and industry partners with an interest in cervical spine care. The meeting draws roughly 600 attendees from around the world.
How do I register and what does it cost?
Registration opened August 5, 2026, with early pricing available through November 4 and regular pricing thereafter. Rates vary by category, from $25 for medical students and $175 for residents/fellows up to $1,100-$1,300 for non-member physicians and industry representatives; active members register free.
Where should I stay and what is the hotel rate?
The host hotel is the Austin Marriott Downtown, which is also the meeting venue. CSRS has a room block at a discounted rate of $299 per night, with a booking cut-off of November 9, 2026.
What makes the 2026 meeting worth attending?
Attendees gain access to high-quality cervical spine research, scientific sessions, CME credit, and networking with global experts. The 2026 program also features a dedicated wellness thread addressing surgeon burnout and career sustainability, including keynote sessions and a Friday morning wellness run.
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