Vin Gupta, MD, MPA
Managing Director of Healthcare Innovation, Manatt
Visionary Tech Innovator, Globally Recognized Public Health Expert, Former Amazon CMO
2026 AAPL Annual Leadership Conference
Live Your Purpose, Lead With Passion
October 22-24, 2026
The Westin Kierland Resort & Spa
Scottsdale, AZ
Experience the 2026 AAPL Annual Leadership Conference
The 2026 AAPL Annual Leadership Conference moves to Scottsdale, Arizona, October 22-24, bringing together influential physicians and healthcare leaders from around the globe. Experience three transformative days of world-class keynotes, expert-led workshops, and international networking at the Westin Kierland Resort & Spa.
Looking ahead
Mark your calendars: the Annual Leadership Conference will return to The Westin Kierland Resort in Scottsdale, Arizona for the next two years.
2027: October 14-16, Scottsdale, AZ
2028: October 12-14, Scottsdale, AZ
Keynotes
AI Is Here. Are Physician Leaders Ready?, Expert Panel
Saturday, October 24, 1:00 - 1:45 PM
The Future of Healthcare Quality & Leadership, Industry Expert
Friday, October 23, 8:00 - 8:45 AM
Leading Healthcare Into the Next Era, Industry Expert
Saturday, October 24, 4:30 - 5:30 PM
Insights from Women Leading the Way, Expert Panel
Saturday, October 24, 8:30 - 9:30 AM
General Session, Convocation: Insights, Celebration & Recognition
Thursday, October 22, 2026 , 2:45 - 5:00 PM
Navigating the Policy Maze, Expert Panel
Friday, October 23, 11:15 am - 12:15 PM
Join us
In Scottsdale, network with your community at the 2026 Annual Leadership Conference featuring keynote speakers, peer presentations and more. Explore The Venue (opens in a new tab)
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CME Credits
The American Association for Physician Leadership is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
The American Association for Physician Leadership® designates this live activity for a maximum of 18 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
Registration Rates
Registration Type |
Preview Rate Registration |
Early Bird Registration |
Advanced Registration |
Standard Registration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Ends Jan. 5 |
Jan. 6 - July 6 |
July 7 - Sept. 7 |
After Sept. 7 |
|
Member |
$1,934 |
$2,380 |
$2,678 |
$2,975 |
Non-Member |
$2,275 |
$2,800 |
$3,150 |
$3,500 |
Lodging and Travel Not Included
2026 Sponsors
Platinum Sponsor
Gold Sponsors
Silver Sponsors
Bronze Sponsors
