We’re just under 70 days away from the 2025 MedTech Conference, taking place in beautiful San Diego—and we couldn’t be more excited. This year’s theme, “Medtech Redefines the Future of Health Care,” captures the transformational spirit of our industry. From groundbreaking innovation to patient-centered solutions, medtech continues to shape what’s next in health care, and this year’s conference will spotlight it all

Here’s your early look at what to expect when you join us:

Who You’ll Meet in San Diego

With more than 1,800 participating companies across 40+ countries, this is your opportunity to engage with:

• CEOs, policymakers, regulators, investors, and engineers
• Executives from start-ups to multinational powerhouses
• Hospital buyers, global delegations, service providers, and emerging professionals

Nearly half of attendees are executive-level, offering powerful peer-to-peer networking and dealmaking opportunities.

Whether you’re an entrepreneur or an executive, a researcher or a regulator, you’ll find your community at the MedTech Conference.

Medtech Leaders in Attendance

The 2025 MedTech Conference is backed by a robust lineup of sponsors and participants, including:

• Abbott, Medtronic, Stryker, ResMed, Johnson & Johnson MedTech, GE HealthCare, Boston Scientific, BD, Philips, CooperSurgical, Dexcom
• Big Tech leaders like Google Health and Microsoft
• Policy influencers from FDA and international regulatory bodies
• And dozens of top investors, including Deerfield, Vensana, Water Street, and Morgan Stanley

Special programming includes corporate reverse pitches, 15-minute sessions led by business development leaders at these companies, highlighting strategic priorities and innovation goals.

Spotlight on the Medtech Campus

The Medtech Campus will once again be the heart of the expo floor. Highlights include:

• Tech in Motion Hub: Top medical device and equipment manufacturers will lead product demos and showcase their technology in this high-energy and immersive area of the Medtech Campus. This year’s presenting companies include GE Healthcare, BD, Hologic, Resmed, and Solventum.
• Innovation Pavilion with early-stage digital health, imaging, and diagnostic companies
• Pitch & Pour Start-up Competition
• Booth Crawl + SMTA Reception for immersive networking

Expect an energizing environment filled with discovery and collaboration.

Small Company Spotlight

This is the event for startups and early-stage medtech companies. Why?

• Company Presentations: Pitch in front of partners and investors ($1K entry)
• Innovation Pavilion kiosks: Exhibit your tech in a high-traffic zone
• Most confirmed meetings in 2024 came from startups, thanks to the “MyMedTech” partnering tool

As Juliana Elstad, CEO of Vibrato Medical, Inc. and #MTC25 committee chair, put it:

“Where else can you casually discuss business philosophy with the CEO of a multi-billion-dollar company over happy hour?”

World-Class Education and Programming

With 400+ expert speakers, the conference spans critical topics like:

• AI & digital health innovation
• Investment strategy & M&A trends
• Global regulatory strategy
• Cybersecurity compliance
• Decentralized diagnostics
• Women’s health, wearables, and the future of patient engagement

Special sessions include:

• Redefining the Future of Health Care Through AI featuring Microsoft’s Chief Scientific Officer
• CDRH Town Hall with FDA leadership
• And new Sunday programming to kick off the week

We’ll also feature top-tier keynote speakers and “CEO Unplugged” sessions—raw, unscripted conversations with industry leaders that go beyond the press release.

Networking All Week Long

From curated partner meetings to laid-back receptions, you’ll connect with peers across the industry. Highlights include:

• Networking Lunches and Meetups daily at the Campus
• Global Medtech Welcome Reception
• Chairman’s Cheers @ The Medtech Campus
• CEO Reception + MTC Live! @ Eve
• Open Night Monday—ideal for hosting private dinners

Ready to Redefine the Future With Us?

Whether you’re still on the fence or already packing your bags, we hope this gives you a glimpse of what makes the MedTech Conference the industry’s must-attend event of the year.

✅ Register by July 31 for early bird pricing
✅ Book official housing before it sells out