Connect with a VA recruiter at an event this October 

Ready to explore a career with real impact at the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA)? October is chock-full of in-person events where you can connect with VA recruiters and learn what it means to be part of the largest integrated healthcare system in the U.S. Whether you’re a physician, nurse, or other healthcare provider looking for your next opportunity, or a Veteran exploring what’s possible, VA will be on-site and eager to discuss how you can join our mission and grow in your career. 

Here’s where to find us: 

American College of Gastroenterology (ACG) Annual Scientific Meeting  

Join gastroenterologists and hepatologists at ACG’s 2026 Annual Scientific Meeting in Nashville, TN on October 9-14 for the latest clinical research and practice updates—and a chance to connect with a VA recruiter to learn about VA opportunities in gastroenterology, our benefits, and workplace culture. Come see us at booth #1532! 

American Society of Plastic Surgeons: Plastic Surgery The Meeting 

This October 15-18, join plastic surgeons driving the future of aesthetic and reconstructive surgery at Plastic Surgery The Meeting in Houston, TX. While you’re there, stop by booth #206 to connect with a VA recruiter who can share more about how your skills can change the life of a Veteran. 

American Society of Anesthesiologists (ASA) Annual Meeting  

More than 14,000 anesthesia professionals will convene this October 16-20 in San Diego, CA for the ASA Annual Meeting to explore advances in their field. Meet with a VA recruiter at booth #2606 while you’re there to jump-start your VA career. 

American Academy of Otolaryngology–Head and Neck Surgery Annual Meeting & OTO EXPO 

This October 17-20, explore groundbreaking ear, nose, and throat (ENT) research and network with peers at the American Academy of Otolaryngology–Head and Neck Surgery Annual Meeting & OTO EXPO. Stop by booth #1012 to chat with a VA recruiter about VA’s unparalleled benefits package, opportunities to grow your career, and why VA has the best patients. 

American College of Chest Physicians (CHEST 2026) 

Join pulmonary, critical care, and sleep medicine professionals this October 18-21 in Phoenix, AZ for cutting-edge education and hands-on simulations at CHEST 2026. Visit booth #591 to connect with a VA recruiter and learn more about what VA can offer. 

American Academy of Family Physicians (AAFP) – Family Medicine Experience (FMX)  

Primary care clinicians are coming together in Nashville, TN this October 20-24 for the AAFP FMX—the only professional conference for the family medicine specialty in the U.S. VA recruiters will at booth #2646 to answer any questions you might have about what it means to serve our nation’s heroes and how you can join our team. 

IDWeek 2026

Infectious disease professionals are gathering in Washington, D.C. this October 21-24 to discuss the latest breakthroughs at IDWeek 2026. Stop by booth #1044 to meet with a VA recruiter, who can tell you more about how you can bring your skills to VA and impact the lives of Veterans. 

American Society of Nephrology (ASN) Kidney Week 

Join nephrology experts in Denver, CO this October 22-24 as they exchange knowledge, discuss the latest medical advances, and grow their networks. Meet with VA recruiters at booth #1086 and hear more about how you can advance clinical care for Veterans across VA. 

Join our mission 

“Putting Veterans first in everything we do is what drives us,” states Hillary Garcia, a national healthcare recruiter at VA. 

If using your skills while serving Veterans sounds like a match for you, explore a rewarding career at VA. Can’t make it to an event? You can still connect with a VA recruiter online or join the VA Careers Talent Community to stay in the loop about opportunities that match your background.