Registration – Hypertension Scientific Sessions
Hyatt Regency Crystal City | Arlington, Virginia
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Pricing
American Heart Association Professional Member Pricing
IMPORTANT: A registrant must be an active member of American Heart Association at registration and their membership must be paid through the time of the meeting to qualify for the discounted member registration rates.
American Heart Association will not reimburse the difference between the member and non-member registration rates to any attendee who registers before becoming a member or whose membership expires before or at the time of the meeting.
| Membership Level | Early Bird May 20 – July 13 |
Advance July 14 – Aug. 24 |
Standard Aug. 25 – October 11 |
|---|---|---|---|
| General Professional Member | $1,149 | $1,249 | $1,349 |
| Early Career Member | $549 | $649 | $749 |
| Student/Trainee Member | $299 | $399 | $499 |
| Premium Emeritus Member | $99 | $199 | $299 |
| Premium Professional Member | $899 | $999 | $1,099 |
| Premium Professional Plus Member | $899 | $999 | $1,099 |
| Nurse/Allied Health/Other General Professional Member | $549 | $649 | $749 |
| Nurse/Allied Health/Other Premium Professional Member | $449 | $549 | $649 |
| Nurse/Allied Health/Other Premium Professional Plus Member | $449 | $549 | $649 |
| One Day Attendance Member | $549 | $649 | $749 |
Nonmember Pricing
| Membership Level | Early Bird May 20 – July 13 |
Advance July 14 – Aug. 24 |
Standard Aug. 25 – October 11 |
|---|---|---|---|
| General Professional Nonmember | $1,399 | $1,549 | $1,699 |
| Early Career Nonmember | $799 | $899 | $999 |
| Student/Trainee Nonmember | $599 | $699 | $799 |
| Nurse/Allied Health/Other Nonmember | $799 | $899 | $999 |
| One Day Attendance Nonmember | $699 | $799 | $899 |
Ticketed Items
| Event | Date & Time | Price |
|---|---|---|
| American Heart Association Welcome Exchange: Innovations in Hypertension Care Join the American Heart Association for a preconference reception at Hypertension Scientific Sessions 2026. This engaging gathering is designed to spark ideas, foster meaningful connections, and showcase innovation focused on hypertension management. Attendees will benefit from model-sharing presentations and brief lectures delivered in a relaxed yet informative setting, welcoming both experienced and emerging professionals in hypertension care. |
Wednesday, October 7, 2026 5:00 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. |
Complimentary But registration is required |
| Hypertension & KCVD Member Reception |
Wednesday, October 7, 2026 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. |
Complimentary But registration is required (Members-only event; limit 1 ticket per person) |
| Council on Hypertension Annual Awards Dinner | Saturday, October 10, 2026 7:30 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. Location: McCormick and Schmick's Seating is limited, so buy your tickets now! |
Member: $120 Nonmember: $175 Student/Trainee Member: $90 Note: Special Student/Trainee Member rate is only available for American Heart Association Members of this category. |
International Attendees
Begin your visa application process as soon as possible. Consulates in some countries can take several months to process applications.
US visa information from State.gov | Find an embassy/consulate in your country
Invitation letters will be available only AFTER your registration has been confirmed. You can submit this letter with your visa application to verify names, dates, location, and purpose of the event. The following documents will be generated through the registration process and be available in the Registration Resource Center:
- Official Letter of Invitation for Meeting Attendees - This letter will be generated only after your registration has been confirmed. You can submit this letter with your visa application to verify the name, dates, location, and purpose of the event.
- Registration Confirmation - Once you have registered for the meeting, you will receive an e-mail confirmation that you can refer to during your visa interview.
NEW: Hypertension OnDemand
Explore the latest discoveries advancing our understanding of hypertension, its connection to stroke, heart disease, and kidney dysfunction, and the most effective strategies for detection, evaluation, and treatment. Revisit the insights shaping clinical practice and follow the conversations driving better outcomes across diverse populations.
Members who register for Hypertension Scientific Sessions automatically receive that year’s edition of Hypertension Sessions OnDemand for free – a $299 value included with your registration.
| Membership Level | Before & During Event May 20 – Oct. 11, 2026 |
Post-Event Starting Oct. 12, 2026 |
|---|---|---|
| Member | $0 Included with Hypertension26 registration |
$299 |
| NonMember | $399 + Hypertension26 registration | $499 |
Daycare
Hypertension Daycare Stipend
The Daycare Stipend is for qualified individuals registered for the Hypertension Scientific Sessions 2026 conference to defray at-home caregiving costs (for school-aged and younger children, older adults, or other caregiving responsibilities) while attending the conference October 7-11, 2026, in Arlington, Virginia.
The goal is to help support individuals with caregiving expenses and allow them to fully take part in the conference. All stipends will be distributed on a first-come, first-served basis. Qualified applicants will receive a stipend in the amount of $200.
The deadline to apply is to apply is Wednesday, September 23, 2026, or until available funds are fully expended.
Apply for Daycare Stipend(link opens in new window)
To Qualify:
- Applicant must be registered for the Hypertension conference before applying. (You will need your badge number which can be found on your registration confirmation email from [email protected]).
Application Instructions:
- Register for the Hypertension 2026 conference.
- Fill out the online application (link coming in May).
- Stipends will be distributed on a first-come, first-served basis for applicants who meet qualification criteria.
- Applications that do not include all the required information will not be considered.
- The deadline to apply is to apply is Wednesday, September 23, 2026.
NOTE: Stipend payments will be processed after the conference. You will be required to provide your W-9 and direct deposit form as part of the payment process.
Questions? Email: [email protected]
Please see the Terms and Conditions for information about the AHA policy regarding children at conferences.
Registration Resource Center
After registering for the conference, you can:
- Review your registration
- Print a receipt
- Resend your confirmation email
- Print Visa Letter
- Add additional items to your registration
- Book Housing
For three months post-conference you can:
- Print a receipt
- Resend your Confirmation email
- Print a Certificate of Attendance
Questions?
Registration
Contact: [email protected]
Phone: 1-508-743-8517
Monday through Friday, 9am to 5pm ET
General Conference Info
General Conference Contact: [email protected]
Phone: 1-888-242-2453 or 214-570-5935
Exhibits
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Media Inquiries
American Heart Newsroom
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 214-706-1173
Membership
Phone: 1-888-242-2453 (Inside U.S.) or 972-349-5803 (outside the U.S.)
Email: [email protected]