With many thanks to the 2026 Conference Planning Committee lead by Sharon Barron and Sally Dear-Healey, the 2026 Conference was highly successful! Over 260 individuals attended the conference, and preliminary evaluation reviews indicate the vast majority of attendees rating the conference as highly valuable in context to learning and networking, and citing the high-quality educational content, diverse perspectives, and practical resources that will directly influence their professional practice. Feedback reflected a strong appreciation for the conference’s focus on evidence-based care, multidisciplinary collaboration, and person-centered approaches to maternal and infant health.
A few comments: “I always look forward to attending this conference because of the presenters’ knowledge/expertise, engaging questions/conversations from attendees, and resources I learn about and can share with families I work with.” And, “This conference assisted in increasing my confidence with speaking with patients throughout the entire perinatal period.”
The NYSPA conference would not be possible without the businesses and entities that sponsor as well as all the entities that provide information and resources through exhibiting. Many thanks to all sponsors: Platinum: NY Presbyterian Hospitals, Prolacta Bioscience, RQI Partners, LLC; Silver: ACOG, District II, Assoc. of Regional Perinatal Programs, March of Dimes; Bronze: AngelEye Health, Assoc. of Perinatal Networks, Biomarin, Mennen Medical, Odyssey House. and Westchester Medical Center. See the conference pages for the complete listing of all Exhibitors.
For the first time, we invited everyone to stay in touch with real-time updates and connect with colleagues as well as make new connections through use of the WHOVA app – everyone loved it! We will definitely be using it next year.
The Board and conference committee welcome your ideas for 2027!