The Premier Home Medical Equipment Conference
Medtrade stands as the largest Home Medical Equipment (HME) and Expo conference in the United States, serving as a critical annual gathering for the HME industry since 1980. The event connects manufacturers of home medical equipment and durable medical equipment (DME) products with providers, buyers, and industry professionals.
Key 2027 Event Details
The 2027 edition of Medtrade is scheduled for March 23–25, 2027, and will be held at the Fort Worth Convention Center in Fort Worth, Texas. The conference portion runs March 23–25, while the Expo floor opens on March 24–25.
Note on Venue: The event had previously announced Phoenix, Arizona, for 2026 after three years in Dallas, with the 2027 location still to be determined at that time. However, the latest information confirms the March 2027 event will be in Fort Worth.
Who Should Attend
Medtrade serves professionals across the home medical equipment and durable medical equipment sectors, including:
- HME and DME providers and suppliers
- Home healthcare professionals
- Industry buyers and purchasing professionals
- Medical equipment manufacturers
- Rehabilitation and therapy specialists
Conference Program and Education
The Medtrade Conference features an educational program developed in collaboration with its Educational Advisory Board (EAB).
Call for Speaking Proposals (2027)
Organizers are currently accepting proposals for the 2027 conference. High-quality proposals that stand out typically include:
- New content debuting at Medtrade 2027
- Diverse perspectives that inspire and educate
- Interactive formats such as hands-on training and panels
- Real-world insights from providers sharing experiences
- Broad educational levels covering beginner to advanced topics
- Actionable takeaways addressing timely industry challenges
The deadline to submit a speaking proposal is July 17, 2026.
Exhibitor Categories
The Expo floor features a comprehensive range of products and services, including:
- Hospital and technical medical equipment
- Home healthcare and居家保健 products
- Rehabilitation and therapy equipment
- Respiratory therapy equipment
- Orthotic and prosthetic supplies
- Medical consumables and disposable supplies
- Sports medicine equipment
- Computer hardware and software solutions
Future and Past Editions
The event operates annually. Following the 2026 edition, which was scheduled for Phoenix, Arizona (March 2–4), and the recent 2025 edition held in Dallas, Medtrade is now confirmed for Fort Worth in 2027. Previous editions, such as 2019, were hosted in Atlanta at the Georgia World Congress Center.
With its focus on the full HME and DME supply chain, Medtrade remains an essential meeting point for the medical products industry, offering education, networking, and business opportunities under one roof.
