Attendee
When/where is the Healthcare Design Conference + Expo?
The Healthcare Design Conference + Expo is being held November 4-7, 2023 at the Ernest N. Morial Convention Center in New Orleans, Louisiana. The conference will begin on the 4th, and the expo will kick off on the 5th. We hope to see you there!
How do I register for the conference? What is the cost to attend?
Registration is not yet open for the 2023 HCD Conference + Expo in New Orleans. 2022 pricing information can be found here. To get show updates about the 2023 show, click here.
If I am having issues registering for the conference, who do I contact?
Click here to email Customer Service, and one of our friendly team members will be happy to address your questions and/or concerns. If you require immediate assistance, you may call them Monday through Friday, 9am – 6pm EDT, at 864-342-6275.
Can I get a guest pass for my spouse/partner/family member?
All HCD Conference + Expo attendees must have a badge. Personal guest badges are available for purchase in registration for non-industry persons. Guest passes include access to keynotes, conference-provided networking events, and the exhibit hall during exhibit hall hours. Guests are prohibited from attending education sessions, tours, workshops, interactive discussions, and pre-conference offerings.
Are there any special travel and hotel discounts related to the conference?
Yes! Once registration is officially open, please book your stay through HCD’s official housing provider, EventSphere, for the best rates and availability. Click here to learn more!
Does the Healthcare Design Conference + Expo offer continuing education credits? From what organizations?
The Healthcare Design Conference plans its educational content to comply with the accreditation requirements accepted by most major credentialing organizations. This includes many AIA, IDCEC, and EDAC hours. Because continuing education requirements differ among state and national agencies, attendees should contact their credentialing agencies for specific acceptance requirements. Attendees receive CE credits for participating in the following educational opportunities: facility tours, pre-conference workshops, keynotes, and educational breakout sessions.
To receive Continuing Education Credits following criteria must be met:
- • Full Conference registration fees must be paid in full, and you must attend entire session (no leaving before the session is over).
- • Attendee’s badge must be scanned by the room monitor at the start of every session. It is the attendee’s responsibility to ensure their badge is scanned. If there is no badge scanner available, a sign-in sheet will be provided.
- • All CE provider forms must be completed and legible in order to receive your certificates. Conference attendees who do not fulfill these requirements will not receive a certificate of attendance. There are no exceptions to this policy. Thank you for adhering to these guidelines.
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Exhibitor
How do I get exhibitor badges?
All exhibitors must register for HCD exhibitor badges. Exhibiting companies receive one (1) exhibitor conference badge and two (2) exhibitor expo only badges per 100 sq ft. of booth space. Registration is not yet open for HCD 2023 – stay tuned!
Where do I pick up my badge?
Badges will not be mailed in advance. If you’ve pre-registered, you will pick up your badge upon arrival at the registration desk.
If I am having issues registering for the conference, who do I contact?
Click here to email Customer Service, and one of our friendly team members will be happy to address your questions and/or concerns. If you require immediate assistance, you may call them Monday through Friday, 9am – 6pm EDT, at 864-342-6275.
What does the floor plan look like?
The 2023 floor plan can be viewed here >>
What are the expo hours?
This year’s exhibit hall will be open during the following times:
Sunday, November 5
4:00 pm – 6:30 pm
Monday, November 6
10:30 am – 2:15 pm
Tuesday, November 7
10:30 am – 1:00 pm
Does the venue have Wi-Fi?
More details coming soon.
How do I order a scanner?
Information about ordering lead retrieval units can be found in the Exhibitor Kit once it’s posted online.
The Healthcare Design Conference + Expo is an annual conference focused exclusively on the design of hospital and clinic environments. The educational program is driven by industry experts who share case studies, research, best practices, and new approaches throughout the three-day learning experience.
To create the annual program, a call for presentations is opened, with submissions selected via a rigorous review process. All conference sessions must qualify for continuing education units, with four distinct learning objectives and one hour of content delivered.
The Center for Health Design is HCD's educational partner for the conference and manages the call for presentation process. Follow the link below to view the form on The Center’s website and submit a presentation proposal.
Top-of-mind topics for sessions include but are not limited to: patient safety and satisfaction, ambulatory care, remodeling, renovation and conversions, impact of technology, clinical perspectives, the high-performance hospital and sustainable practices, design for wellness, innovations in facility planning and management, design challenges and solutions, specialty facilities and departments (i.e., oncology, pediatrics, behavioral health, OR, ED), strategies for financing and operations, international trends and practices, and projects and initiatives that advance equality and social justice.
Join us in November 2023 in New Orleans, Louisiana, for the ultimate networking, education, and product-sourcing event!