2018 AAO Annual Session

A Capital Destination.
A Monumental Experience.” truly describes the 118th AAO Annual Session. Known for its iconic, history-infused landscape and attractions, Washington, D.C.’s cultural, artistic and architectural treasures include the Old Post Office Pavilion, where we will hold our Monday evening Celebration event. As we are surrounded by visual marvels in Washington, we will also be inspired by the vocal artistry of Emmy and Tony Award-winning actress and singer Kristin Chenoweth, our Opening Ceremonies featured entertainer.
Those seeking world-class leadership insights – or maybe a few sports stories, too – will not be disappointed by Duke University Head Basketball Coach Mike Krzyzewski. Coach Krzyzewski, our keynote speaker, will appear at the Excellence in Orthodontics Awards Ceremony.
We look forward to meeting many attendees from throughout the world during the International Reception at the uniquely beautiful National Museum of Women in the Arts, which has brought recognition to work by great female artists of the past and present. In the lecture halls, our “monumental experience” will be shaped by speakers from around the world.
Our Planning Committee has received commitments from nearly 150 colleagues who are eminently qualified to speak on the newest research and to offer rich clinical insights into emerging treatment topics. The Board of Trustees and the 2018 Planning Committee look forward to welcoming you to Washington, DC next May.