ATLS Global Symposium

Global Unity, Local Impact:
Advancing ATLS & Trauma Education Everywhere

Join trauma care leaders, educators, clinicians, and innovators from around the world for the 2026 ATLS Global Symposium March 13–15, 2026, in Birmingham, Alabama, as we celebrate and explore the next era of Advanced Trauma Life Support® (ATLS®).

Registration

Registration for the 2026 ATLS Global Symposium will open in early December 2025.

Why Attend?

Discover practical tips and tricks for successfully implementing ATLS 11th Edition.
Engage with ATLS Friends and Family from across the globe.
Participate in interactive sessions, global case studies, and policy roundtables.
Explore first-ever Global Symposium poster session showcasing trauma education innovation.
Gain insights from tracks designed for ATLS educators, coordinators and instructors.
Connect with COT Annual Meeting participants for special programming on
Friday, March 13, 2026.

Visa Information

For international attendees, it is strongly encouraged to apply for a visa as early as possible and preferably at least 90 days before the start of the symposium due to current and longer processing times to obtain a visa for the US. You may request a letter from the College inviting you to the ATLS Global Symposium through the Invitation Letter Request Form.

Travel & Lodging

Travel

Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport connects travelers nonstop to 20 airport destinations across the Unites States. This airport is home to 5 Airlines: American Airlines, Delta Air Lines, Southwest Airlines, Spirit Airlines, and United Airlines.

The airport is located 5 miles from downtown Birmingham, AL.

Explore Birmingham

Visit the Birmingham, Alabama visitors bureau for information on things to do as well restaurant options.