The UW Health Northern Illinois Perinatal Conference aims to address persistent gaps in perinatal practice by providing multidisciplinary education. It focuses on improving outcomes for mothers and infants through updated, evidence-based knowledge in areas such as therapeutic hypothermia, pain management, and anesthesia practices. The conference also emphasizes the importance of interdisciplinary collaboration and trauma-informed care strategies to manage antepartum substance use and diabetes. Attendees can expect comprehensive sessions covering maternal health, neonatal care, allied health disciplines, and medico-legal considerations. The agenda includes discussions on therapeutic hypothermia protocols, management of maternal diabetes, and medico-legal issues in perinatal care. Notable speakers will provide insights into these critical areas, enhancing the competence of healthcare professionals.
Mental Health Conferences
UW Health Northern Illinois Perinatal Conference (2026)
The UW Health Northern Illinois Perinatal Conference will take place in Rockford, IL, focusing on interdisciplinary education to improve perinatal outcomes. It addresses gaps in maternal and neonatal care through comprehensive sessions.
Conference Overview
Some quick details about this conference.
Time and Place
Maybe the most important details of the conference.
Conference Date: January 22, 2026
Location: UW Health Women and Children's Hospital - Rockford
City/State: Rockford, Illinois
Address: 1350 Charles St, Schwartz Auditorium, 1st Floor, Rockford, IL, 61104, United States
Event Format: in-person
Conference Organizer
This organization is hosting this conference.
University of Wisconsin–Madison Interprofessional Continuing Education Partnership (ICEP)
The University of Wisconsin–Madison ICEP provides continuing education for healthcare professionals, focusing on improving patient care through interdisciplinary learning.
Email: help@icep.wisc.edu
Registration Fees
How much does this conference cost?
| Cost | Type | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| $50.00 | Non-UW Health Professionals | Includes cost of tuition and a nonrefundable processing fee of $25. |
| $25.00 | UW/VA/UnityPoint Health/UW Health Northern Illinois Faculty & Staff/Fellows | Includes cost of tuition and a nonrefundable processing fee of $25. |
See the conference's actual website for more details around these fees, as sometimes they can be more complicated.
Schedule and Agenda
It's important to know what is planned.
The conference will begin with a continental breakfast and registration at 7:30 am, followed by sessions on diabetes, therapeutic hypothermia, malpractice, pain management, and substance use. The event will conclude at 4:45 pm.
Notable Speakers
These folks will be speaking at the conference.
Elizabeth Duffell, M.S., CCC-SLP, NTMC
Speech pathologist specializing in oral feeding and development in infants of diabetic mothers.
Dr. Jamie Limjoco
Physician at UW Health, expert in therapeutic hypothermia for neonates.
Sarah Bradley, MD
Physician at UW Health, focusing on malpractice and legalities in obstetrics.
Heather Nixon, MD
Professor of Anesthesiology and Division Chief of Obstetric Anesthesiology at University of Illinois Hospital at Chicago.
Lisa Solomon, DO
Anesthesiologist at UW Health, specializing in airway management.
Philip Carlson-Dexter, MD
Family Medicine physician at UW Health, focusing on substance use.
CEU Details
Here's information on Continuing Education Units (or CEUs).
The conference offers a maximum of 7.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™, 7.0 ANCC Contact Hours, and other credits for various healthcare professionals.
Hotel Information
You need somewhere to stay! (Unless you live relatively close.)
The conference will be held at the UW Health Women and Children's Hospital in Rockford, IL. Attendees are encouraged to arrange accommodations nearby.
Parking Information
Unless you're taking public transit.
Valet parking and shuttle services are available for attendees at the venue.
Other Links and Information
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