A Mexican city is preparing to host an estimated 5,000 physiotherapists in 2027.
Guadalajara in Mexico, a member of the BestCities Alliance, has been selected as the host city for the World
Physiotherapy Congress 2027. The successful bid was a collaborative effort
between the AMEFI National College of Physical Therapy,
the Mexican Association of Physical Therapy and the
Guadalajara Convention and Visitors Bureau.
World Physiotherapy represents more than 600,000 physical therapists
worldwide through 128 member organisations, with an estimated 5,000 of them set to join the Mexican meeting in 2027 at Expo Guadalajara, the largest event
venue in Mexico.
“Guadalajara’s designation as host for the World
Physiotherapy Congress 2027 reflects our city’s capability
to execute world-class events and demonstrates our unwavering commitment to
provide unforgetable experiences for all
visitors,” said Gustavo Staufert, CEO of the
Guadalajara Convention and Visitors Bureau. "We
are proud of the joint effort between Guadalajara Convention
and Visitors Bureau and Expo Guadalajara to bring this exceptional congress to our city.”
Other recent wins for the City include the World Congress of
Dermatology (WCD) 2027 and the ICOLD Annual Meeting
of the International Commission on Large Dams
2026.
The World Physiotherapy Congress 2027 will offer a range of
sessions including focused symposia chaired by recognised experts in the field;
discussion panels that explore key industry topics; networking sessions in both
informal and group settings; clinical seminars; platform presentations and
more. Each session will be designed to create real-time
learning experiences that inform, engage and empower participants.
While in the City, delegates are encouraged to explore
Guadalajara’s world-class dining and arts scenes, as well as tourism attractions like Guadalajara Cathedral,
Museo Cabañas and Teatro Degollado.
