Registration Now Open!

2026 SCOA Annual Meeting
August 6-8, 2026 | The Sanctuary at Kiawah Island
We're excited to invite you to the premier gathering of South Carolina's orthopaedic community at Kiawah Island! Reconnect with your peers as we seek clinical and professional excellence through dynamic keynotes, member talks, and research presentations.
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Registration:
EARLY BIRD PRICING – Register by May 1st to qualify for Early Bird Registration!
- SCOA Current & Emeritus Members: $350 (Login to access member pricing)
- Non-Member Physicians: $900
- Non-Member Allied Health Professionals: $500
- Administrators: $200
- Candidates (Medical Students, Residents, & Fellows): Free
REGULAR PRICING – Applies to all registrations effective May 2nd.
- SCOA Current & Emeritus Members: $450 (Login to access member pricing)
- Non-Member Physicians: $950
- Non-Member Allied Health Professionals: $550
- Administrators: $250
- Candidates (Medical Students, Residents, & Fellows): $100
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Meeting Agenda:
We’re hard at work drafting the agenda for the 2026 Annual Meeting. Check back for updates!
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Social Events & Activities:
Bring your family to join in the fun as you reconnect with colleagues. The Annual Meeting offers an exciting line-up of activities:
- Thursday, August 6th: Welcome Reception
- Friday, August 7th: Opportunities for Golf
- Friday, August 7th: Family Dinner
- Saturday, August 8th: Presidential "Sunset" Reception
Please Note: Some events require additional payment.
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Call for Abstracts:
Orthopaedic residents, surgical fellows and SCOA members are invited to submit research abstracts for presentation at the 2026 Annual Meeting. Both poster and podium presentations will be considered.
The deadline for abstract submissions is February 15, 2026. Click here to get started.
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Housing Information:
The 2026 Annual Meeting will be held at The Sanctuary Hotel:
Kiawah Island Golf Resort
One Sanctuary Beach Drive,
Kiawah Island, SC 29455
Upon registering for the Annual Meeting you will receive housing instructions via email on how to book your accommodations using our group rate:
- Sanctuary Hotel Guest Room: $760.00 per night (plus taxes & fees)
- Villa- One Bedroom: $320.00 per night (plus taxes & fees)
- Villa- Two Bedroom: $450.00 per night (plus taxes & fees)
The cut-off date for the group rate is July 7, 2026. However, rooms and villas can sell out before that date. We encourage you to register & make your reservations early!
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Sponsors & Exhibitors:
Explore potential partnerships, discover innovative products, and gain insights into industry trends at the Annual Meeting. Attendees will have multiple opportunities to network with company representatives. The list of 2026 exhibitors will be available soon.