March 16-18 2027
Gaylord National Resort & Convention Center - 201 Waterfront Street
National Harbor, Maryland
Join AMSUS, The Society of Federal Health Professionals, at our premier yearly event: the AMSUS Annual Meeting. This dynamic gathering brings together dedicated U.S. federal health professionals from the Department of War, Department of Veterans Affairs, Department of Health and Human Services, and Department of Homeland Security, alongside colleagues in public and global health.
This year's theme—Federal Medicine: Advancing and Improving Health for All Americans — Honoring Our Commitment to Excellence—reflects the heart of our work. Federal health professionals serve as stewards of continuity, innovation, and equity across the nation's most critical healthcare missions. The 2027 program explores how federal medicine advances health outcomes and demonstrates excellence in service to America's Veterans, servicemembers, and citizens.
Sponsoring the 2027 AMSUS Annual Meeting is a valuable way to support the military and federal health community while increasing visibility for your organization. A range of sponsorship options are available to help you highlight your products and services, strengthen your brand presence, and engage with key stakeholders.
Whether you're looking to enhance your exhibit experience or build new connections, these opportunities offer a practical and effective way to align your company with the mission of advancing health within the federal sector.
Exhibit Cancellation Policy: If written notice of participation cancellation is received before January 31, 2027, the Exhibitor shall pay a cancellation fee equal to 50% of the total exhibition fee. Exhibitors who submit a contract on or after February 1, 2027, are responsible for the full (100%) exhibition fee, even in the event of cancellation at any time thereafter.
In 2025, AMSUS received nearly 400 awards submissions for 15 awards! The awards were presented during the 2026 AMSUS Annual Meeting at the Gaylord National Resort & Conference Center on 3 March 2026.
AMSUS proudly presents 17 distinguished awards recognizing exceptional contributions to federal healthcare. These accolades are divided into AMSUS Premier Awards and Individual Professional & Functional Mission Awards, celebrating both career-long achievements and impactful recent accomplishments. Nominations are open to any federal healthcare worker from the Army, Navy, Air Force, DHA, USPHS, Veterans Affairs, Homeland Security, Health and Human Services, and the Uniformed Services University. The awards are presented during the AMSUS Annual Meeting at the Gaylord National Resort & Conference Center.
AMSUS Premier Awards
The AMSUS Premier Awards – Rising Star, Innovator, and Lifetime Achievement – honor individuals at different career stages for significant and lasting contributions. The Rising Star Award recognizes early-career success in federal or VA healthcare delivery or management, positioning individuals for executive leadership. The Innovator Award celebrates those who have developed and implemented novel approaches to overcome complex healthcare challenges. The prestigious Lifetime Achievement Award marks a distinguished career of consistent excellence and significant fundamental contributions to federal healthcare. Nominations for these premier awards are reviewed by Executive Advisory Council members, with final selections made by the AMSUS Awards Committee and the Board of Directors.
Individual Professional Awards
The Individual Professional Awards and Functional Mission Awards recognize recent impactful accomplishments (within the past 12-18 months) or the recent impact of past achievements by any federal healthcare worker across the Army, Navy, Air Force, USPHS, Veterans Affairs, Homeland Security, Health and Human Services, and the Uniformed Services University. Self-nominations are not permitted. The Individual Professional Awards celebrate outstanding contributions in specific fields, including the Physician Award, Dentist Award, Nursing Award, the Andrew Craige Allied Health Professional Award, and the Management and Administration Award. The Lewis L. Seaman Enlisted Awards for Outstanding Operational Support further recognize the significant impact of both senior (E-7 to E-9) and junior (E-5 to E-6) enlisted medical healthcare professionals.
Functional Mission Awards
The Functional Mission Awards highlight excellence in critical support areas. The Communications Award recognizes leadership and impactful success in strategic communications. The Operational Medicine Award honors outstanding healthcare service or support within operational units or deployments. The William Gorgas Preventive Medicine Award celebrates distinguished work in clinical application, education, or research in preventive medicine. The Research & Development Award acknowledges significant discoveries and contributions in federal healthcare research. Finally, the Training and Education Award recognizes impactful contributions to healthcare education.
