Abstract Submissions Have Now Closed

Thank you to everyone who submitted an abstract for ICHOM 2026. We are grateful for the outstanding response and look forward to reviewing the many examples of innovation, implementation, and impact from across the global value-based healthcare community.

The ICHOM Abstract Judging Panel will now begin the review process, and submitting authors will be notified of the outcome in due course.

Abstract Categories

AI and Tech-Enabled Care Pathways and Healthcare Analytics

Patient-Important Outcomes Improvement

Delivering Value

VBHC Methods

Learning Collaboratives and Benchmarking

Patient Engagement and Shared Decision-Making

Health Policy and Payment Reform

Addressing Outcomes Disparities and Risk Stratification Parity

• Global Recognition and Outreach
  Elevate the profile of your organization and your team by presenting your groundbreaking insights and accomplishments, to a global VBHC audience at the ICHOM Conference, establishing yourself as a pioneer in healthcare transformation through outcome measurement.
• Collaboration and Networking
  Connect with fellow researchers, clinicians, industry leaders and key-decision makers in value-based healthcare at this year’s event, with the invaluable opportunity to engage in meaningful discussions about your work. Build your global network for peer collaboration and shared learning.
• Digital Abstract Gallery
  Authors of successful abstracts will be invited to provide a digital copy of their abstract (PDF) to be included in the ICHOM Virtual Abstract Gallery and also on the ICHOM 2026 event app.
• Abstract Poster Gallery
  Accepted abstracts will be invited to bring their research abstract in poster format which will be displayed during the ICHOM Conference in Montreal. They will also be invited to provide a digital version which will be displayed in the virtual ICHOM Abstract Gallery and also on the ICHOM 2026 event app.
• Live Presentation
  Authors of the 5 highest-rated abstracts will be invited to provide a short presentation of their research in front of a live audience at the ICHOM Conference in Montreal.
• ICHOM Recognition and Awards
  In 2022, ICHOM and NEJM Catalyst launched the ICHOM–NEJM Catalyst Implementation Prize to shine a light on the groundbreaking work carried out by the ICHOM community. ICHOM and NEJM Catalyst judges will select the top abstract for recognition with the ICHOM–NEJM Catalyst Implementation Prize 2026 on stage at the ICHOM Conference in Montreal.
  In 2024, ICHOM introduced the ICHOM People’s Choice Abstract Prize. Via ICHOM’s event app, attending delegates will have the opportunity to review presented abstracts and vote for the recipient of the ICHOM People’s Choice Abstract Prize 2026.
  In 2025, ICHOM introduced the ICHOM Case Study Award to recognise and celebrate providers who are implementing ICHOM Sets and the vital role they play in advancing value-based care and improving patient outcomes. We are delighted to continue these awards in 2026.
• ICHOM Newsletter and Case Studies
  The top 5 abstracts will receive special recognition in the ICHOM Newsletter following the 2026 Conference and may be adapted into ICHOM case studies.
• Discounted Conference Registration
  Authors of abstracts will receive a 5% discount off registration for the ICHOM 2026 Conference. Discount code will be included in the confirmation email. If you have not received this, contact events@ICHOM.org

  Thank you once again to everyone who submitted an abstract. We look forward to showcasing selected work at ICHOM 2026 in Montréal.

Key Dates:

The submission window for ICHOM Abstracts is now closed.

Our Judging Period runs from 20 July – 24 August 2026

Shortlist Announcement 14 September 2026

We will contact you by Monday 14 September 2026 to let you know if your submission has been accepted.

If you have any questions about submitting your abstract, please email abstracts@ichom.org