Annual Conference
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About USASP
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USASP works to keep the annual meeting affordable while offering great science, networking, and career development. The goal is to break even, not make a profit. We don't have large exhibits, and we plan carefully to keep costs reasonable.
When we hold the meeting, we sign a contract with the hotel that includes costs for guest rooms and food. The hotel provides the meeting space at no extra cost if we meet these minimums.
Because we don't know exactly how many people will attend until we are days out from the meeting, we have to make our best estimate months in advance. We base our budget and registration fees on past meetings and current events that might affect attendance, while setting prices that cover us if fewer people come than expected.
We try to keep fees as low as possible, especially for trainees. Fees cover meals, audio/visual setup, poster boards, and speaker travel. Meals at the hotel cost more but help everyone stay together for networking and discussions, which is valuable for all.
Lodging:
We also contract with the hotel for attendees to book a certain number of rooms (for example, 170 rooms per night). If we don't meet that number, USASP has to pay for the unused rooms. Room rates are negotiated to be lower than market rates and booking at the meeting hotel helps support USASP and future meetings.
The Bottom Line:
Our rates are estimated based on what we expect for USASP to break even from the Annual Scientific Meeting. Please book your room at the Loews Philadelphia Hotel to best support USASP.
How does USASP decide the cost of the Annual Scientific Meeting?
FULL (IN PERSON) ATTENDANCE
Attendee Type | Early Bird Rate | Regular Rate | Late Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
Trainee | $400 | $400 | $400 |
Regular Members | $750 | $950 | $1210 |
Speaker | $750 | $750 | $750 |
Non-Member* | $980 | $1180 | $1440 |
* New member rate includes a one year regular membership.
ONE-DAY (IN PERSON) ATTENDANCE
Attendee Type | Early Bird Rate | Regular Rate | Late Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
Member (day rate) | $350
| $550 | $810 |
Non-Member (day rate) | $560 | $800 | $1100 |
* Non-member rate does not include a membership.
VIRTUAL ATTENDANCE
Attendee Type | Registration Rate |
|---|---|
Trainee (virtual) | $50 |
Regular Member (virtual) | $200 |
Speaker (virtual) | $0 |
Non-Member (virtual) | $600 |
Join our scientific programming starting with our pre-conference workshops and Early Career Forum on Monday, March 23rd. Afterwards, our President's Reception invites all attendees to celebrate the incredible work accomplished this year in preparation for the impactful perspectives shared during our full program.
Early bird rates extend until January 17th, 2026.
Regular rates continue until February 24th, 2026.
Late rates take effect until registration closes March 23rd, 2026.
Please read this explanation of how we calculate registration rates.
Continuing Education Credits
CME will NOT be available.
Pre-Conference Workshop Registration
Registration for pre-conference workshops is included as part of the 2026 Annual Scientific Meeting registration. However, full meeting registration is not required to attend/register for a pre-conference workshop.
Funding for Patient Advocates and Persons with Lived Experience
The USASP is committed to amplifying the voices of those with lived experience with pain. We invite you to apply for funding to attend the 2026 USASP Annual Scientific Meeting. This funding can cover expenses such as registration, travel, lodging, and meals. Applicants must be USASP members and demonstrate financial need and alignment with our mission. Deadline passed on Friday, January 16
Travel Awards:
Travel awards will only be available if applied for through poster abstract submissions. Please hold off on registering until you find out the status of your application. View details on poster abstracts here.
Virtual Attendance Opens in January:
If you are unable to attend in-person, we will be using software that allows virtual conference participation. This year, all symposia and plenary sessions will be streamed through Zoom. Only symposia and plenary sessions will be recorded.
Cancellation Policy:
Cancellations and requests for refunds must be made before March 1st, 2026.
