Society of Hospital Medicine - SHM 2027
Event Date
March 30 – April 2, 2027
Location
Las Vegas, NV
About This Show
AI-drafted summarySHM Converge is the annual conference of the Society of Hospital Medicine (SHM), billed as "the only conference by hospitalists, for hospitalists." The 2027 edition takes place at Mandalay Bay Resort & Casino in Las Vegas, Nevada, with pre-courses on March 30 and the main conference running March 31 through April 2, 2027.
The meeting brings together leading experts in hospital medicine and thousands of hospitalists from across the country to share the latest evidence, best practices, and innovative solutions. Attendees range from medical students and residents to new physicians, mid-career and experienced hospitalists, and leadership and multi-site directors, plus nurse practitioners and physician assistants.
Programming spans clinical updates, quality and patient safety, leadership, AI and information technology, POCUS, perioperative co-management, pediatrics, palliative care, and more. Attendees come with their biggest challenges and leave with actionable knowledge, proven strategies, and valuable connections to improve patient care, strengthen their teams, and advance their institutions. With immersive pre-courses, interactive workshops, and abstract presentation opportunities, Converge is designed to deliver value at every stage of a hospital medicine career.
Show Highlights
Key features of SHM Converge 2027 include:
- Immersive pre-courses on Tuesday, March 30 — half- and full-day sessions such as Fundamentals of POCUS, Next Level POCUS, High Payout Perioperative Medicine, AI Fundamentals for the Hospitalist, and Advanced AI for the Hospitalist.
- Multiple educational tracks, including Clinical Updates, Quality, Leadership, Health Policy, AI/Information Technology, Clinical Reasoning & Diagnostics, Academic/Research, POCUS, Perioperative/Co-Management, Pediatric, Palliative Care, Practice Management, NP/PA, and Post-Acute Care & Hospital at Home.
- A new Arts, Wellness & Humanities track for 2027, featuring sessions on "Taking humor seriously" and "Building a culture of kindness," plus a workshop on narrative medicine and storytelling.
- Interactive workshops — 90-minute, small round-table sessions focused on hands-on skill building led by expert faculty.
- Research, Innovations & Clinical Vignettes competitions, offering national recognition, awards, and publication opportunities in the Journal of Hospital Medicine.
- Dedicated early-career programming, including a resident lunch and networking event, a new member networking breakfast, and skills workshops for residents and students.
The 2027 Annual Conference Committee is led by Course Director Manpreet Malik, MD, FACP, SFHM (Emory University) and Assistant Course Director Catriona Harrop, MD, FACP, SFHM (Jefferson).
Registration
Registration is available online through SHM's Cvent registration portal, linked from the official Converge website. Attendees who cannot register online can download a registration form and submit it by mail or email to the SHM Meetings office in Philadelphia, PA.
Registration packages include:
- Full Experience — registration for the main conference plus On Demand access through 2030 (over 100 sessions available to rewatch and claim credit).
- Main Conference — registration for the live event only, without On Demand access.
- On Demand Only — post-conference recorded content; $525 for members and $685 for non-members.
- Pre-Courses — optional half- and full-day sessions on March 30 (not included in the Full Experience package).
Member and non-member pricing is offered across physician, PA, resident/fellow, international, and student categories. Early Bird rates are available through January 27, 2027 (11:59 p.m. ET), saving $200. Cancellations must be submitted in writing; a full refund less a $100 administrative fee applies through January 27, 2027, a full refund less a $200 fee applies January 28–March 2, 2027, and no refunds are given after March 2, 2027.
History
SHM Converge is the annual meeting of the Society of Hospital Medicine (SHM), the professional organization representing hospitalists. The conference is developed each year by an Annual Conference Committee that gathers feedback from attendees and shapes the educational program around the community's needs. Recent editions have been held in cities across the U.S., with the 2027 meeting scheduled for Las Vegas at Mandalay Bay Resort & Casino.
Frequently Asked Questions
When and where is SHM Converge 2027 being held?
SHM Converge 2027 takes place at Mandalay Bay Resort & Casino in Las Vegas, Nevada. Pre-courses are held on March 30, and the main conference runs March 31 through April 2, 2027.
Who should attend SHM Converge?
SHM Converge is designed for hospital medicine professionals at every career stage, from medical students and residents to new, mid-career, and experienced physicians, as well as leaders, multi-site directors, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants.
How do I register and are there early bird discounts?
You can register online through SHM's Cvent portal or by submitting a downloadable form by mail or email. Early Bird pricing is available through January 27, 2027 (11:59 p.m. ET) and saves $200.
Is there a virtual attendance option?
No, SHM Converge 2027 is in-person only. However, most sessions are recorded, and On Demand access to over 100 sessions is available through the Full Experience package or as a separate On Demand Only purchase.
Where should I stay and how do I book a hotel?
SHM has secured discounted rates at select Las Vegas hotels through onPeak, the only official hotel provider for the event, with accommodations located on the Mandalay Bay campus. Attendees should book early through onPeak to secure the best rates and avoid unendorsed third-party providers.
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