If you’re heading to Chicago for RSNA 2026, you’ll have plenty to explore, from emerging medical imaging technologies and artificial intelligence to educational sessions led by some of radiology’s most respected professionals. With hundreds of exhibitors and thousands of industry professionals gathering under one roof, deciding where to spend your time may be one of the biggest challenges.
RSNA 2026 takes place November 29 through December 3 at McCormick Place in Chicago. This year’s theme, At the Center of Care, highlights the important role radiology plays in diagnosis, treatment, and patient care.
Here’s a look at some of the speakers, programs, and innovations worth adding to your schedule.
More Than 700 Exhibitors Showcasing Radiology Technology
The Technical Exhibits are among the biggest attractions at RSNA, featuring more than 700 companies across approximately 421,000 square feet of exhibition space.
Attendees can explore advancements in CT, MRI, ultrasound, image processing, radiology reporting, and technologies designed to improve clinical operations. More than 120 first-time exhibitors are also expected, providing opportunities to discover newer companies and emerging solutions.
For hospital administrators and radiology directors, the exhibit floor offers a chance to compare technologies, meet service providers, and discuss how different solutions may integrate with existing imaging workflows.
Technical Exhibit Hours: November 29–December 2, 10 a.m.–5 p.m. CT.
AI Showcase and Emerging Imaging Technologies
Artificial intelligence continues to attract considerable attention in radiology, and RSNA 2026 will provide opportunities to explore how AI-assisted technologies are being developed and incorporated into clinical practice.
Located in South Hall A, the AI Showcase will feature companies demonstrating applications involving image analysis, workflow prioritization, reporting assistance, and other areas of diagnostic imaging.
Attendees can also visit Innovation Park, which includes a Startup Showcase, Innovation Theater, and First-Time Exhibitor Pavilion. These areas highlight emerging technologies and offer opportunities to meet developers working on new approaches to radiology.
Beyond the demonstrations, AI governance, clinical oversight, and system compatibility remain important considerations for healthcare organizations evaluating these technologies.
Notable Speakers at RSNA 2026
This year’s plenary sessions feature radiology leaders discussing clinical innovation, healthcare leadership, emergency preparedness, and patient-centered care.
Jeffrey S. Klein, MD — At the Center of Care
Sunday, November 29 | 4 p.m. CT
RSNA President Dr. Klein will deliver the President’s Address, exploring radiology’s evolving role in patient care, medical innovation, and multidisciplinary healthcare.
Jonathan S. Lewin, MD — Seeing Beyond the Image
Sunday, November 29 | Opening Session
Drawing on his experience as a radiologist and health system CEO, Dr. Lewin will discuss leadership lessons that extend from the reading room into healthcare administration.
Gwendolyn M. Bryant-Smith, MD — Breast Radiology at the Center of Care
Monday, November 30 | 11 a.m. CT
Dr. Bryant-Smith will examine advancements in breast imaging, multidisciplinary collaboration, and approaches to improving access to patient-centered care.
Mark P. Bernstein, MD — Mass Casualty Incidents: The Role of Radiology
Tuesday, December 1 | 11 a.m. CT
This presentation explores how radiology departments contribute during mass casualty incidents, including the challenges of coordinating emergency imaging services.
Janice M. Newsome, MD — From Pixels to People
Tuesday, December 1 | 1:30 p.m. CT
Dr. Newsome will discuss humanism, equity, and artificial intelligence in interventional radiology, examining how technological advancements intersect with patient care.
Interactive Sessions and Special Programs
Beyond the plenary presentations, RSNA 2026 includes interactive programs that allow attendees to test their diagnostic skills and explore complex clinical cases.
Image Interpretation Session — November 30
Moderated by Amy K. Patel, MD, this popular session challenges five imaging experts to interpret previously unseen cases across multiple radiology subspecialties.
RSNA/AAPM Symposium — December 1
From Concept to Clinic examines how collaboration between radiologists and medical physicists can advance musculoskeletal imaging.
It’s Complicated: Post-Treatment Cases — December 2
This returning game-show-style program features teams of radiologists competing to interpret challenging post-treatment cases, offering an engaging approach to diagnostic learning.
Networking and Radiology Workflow Discussions
RSNA also brings together radiologists, researchers, imaging technologists, hospital administrators, and healthcare technology professionals from around the world.
Alongside the educational sessions, attendees can participate in vendor workshops, industry presentations, and networking activities covering clinical workflows, imaging interoperability, radiologist availability, and operational efficiency.
For smaller hospitals and outpatient imaging centers, these discussions offer opportunities to explore practical approaches to managing imaging workloads and maintaining access to specialized expertise.
Visit Vesta Teleradiology at RSNA 2026!
Vesta Teleradiology is excited to join the radiology community in Chicago! As a nationwide provider of 24/7 teleradiology services, Vesta supports hospitals and imaging centers with Nighthawk coverage, overflow interpretations, subspecialty reads by U.S. board-certified radiologists, and radiologist-led AI-assisted imaging support.
Stop by Booth #1153 to meet our team, learn about our services, and enter our Ray-Ban Meta glasses giveaway. Visit the booth and have your badge scanned to enter.
We look forward to seeing you at RSNA 2026!
Plan Your RSNA 2026 Visit
With so many sessions, exhibits, and networking opportunities available, reviewing the schedule ahead of time can help you make the most of your visit.
Visit the official RSNA 2026 Annual Meeting website for registration, program details, and updates.
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- RSNA — 2026 Annual Meeting
- RSNA — 2026 Technical Exhibits
- RSNA — 2026 Plenary Speakers and Special Programs
- RSNA — Annual Meeting FAQs
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