Thank you for your interest in submitting an abstract for consideration to podium present at the 2026 Annual Congress August 21-25, 2026 at the Thomas Michael Menino Convention and Exhibition Center in Boston, MA.

Please review the Submission Guidelines and Abstract Grading Rubric before submitting your abstract(s). AANA will accept up to three (3) submissions per presenter with a maximum of two (2) presenters per abstract submitted.

Submission Deadline and Notification

Submission Deadline: September 17, 2025 at 12:00 pm (NOON) CT. *No abstracts may be submitted or will be considered after the deadline.

Grading Deadline: October 22, 2025

Notification Deadline: Submitters will be notified of their status no later than January 15, 2026.

Annual Congress is designed to provide various educational topics that will develop the maximum effectiveness of CRNAs/nurse anesthesiologists in their roles as healthcare providers in diverse settings across the nation. Annual Congress is an excellent opportunity to present your best practices and research to your peers and colleagues. In 2025, Annual Congress was attended by over 4,000 CRNAs/nurse anesthesiologists, nurse anesthesia residents, and RN-APRNs.

The goals of the Annual Congress are as follows:

• Provide an organized learning experience that augments the knowledge and skills of the CRNA/nurse anesthesiologist in various settings.
• Serve as a forum where research pertinent to the specialty of nurse anesthesia can be presented.
• Familiarize CRNA/nurse anesthesiologists with the latest medical equipment, technology, and pharmacological products.
• Provide AANA members with an opportunity to participate in the business of the AANA.
• Facilitate interaction and networking between participants on a professional and social level.

AANA will provide a discount on registration(s) to Annual Congress 2026 for the Primary and Secondary (if applicable) speaker(s) of accepted abstracts. Speakers/presenters will be responsible for their own travel costs, accommodation reservations and costs, and any additional fees.