Home - 32nd Improvement Palooza & Cool Topics in Neonatology

Join us beachside for the latest advancements in neonatal care, hosted by the California Association of Neonatologists (CAN), the Section on Neonatal Perinatal Medicine (SoNPM), and the California Perinatal Quality Care Collaborative (CPQCC).

This premier annual conference brings together experts in neonatology to explore cutting-edge developments in quality improvement and modern newborn care. Don’t miss this opportunity to connect with leaders in the field and enhance your expertise in an inspiring setting!

Whether you’re a seasoned practitioner or new to the field, this event is the perfect opportunity to enhance your skills, network with fellow professionals, and earn continuing education credits. Engage in interactive sessions and lively panel discussions, all designed to propel your practice into the future.

Don’t miss out on this unique blend of professional growth and relaxation at one of the most picturesque beaches. Come for the knowledge, stay for the sunset!

Who should attend: Multidisciplinary caregivers including families, physicians, fellows, advanced practice providers, registered nurses, NICU-based therapists, dieticians, developmentalists, as well as obstetrical colleagues, maternity care providers, community partners, and quality improvement specialists. Anyone who is dedicated to improving newborn health and outcomes is invited to attend!

Agenda at a Glance

Agenda subject to change. For the detailed agenda, click here.

Improvement Palooza & Life After Fellowship

Morning Sessions
Wednesday, 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Lunch
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Afternoon Sessions
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

Joint Sessions - Improvement Palooza, Life After Fellowship, & Cool Topics

Session 1: Voices that Heal
Wednesday, 2:30 PM - 3:45 PM
Joint session for ALL Improvement Palooza, Life After Fellowship, and Cool Topics attendees
Session 2: Keynote Address with Susan Hintz, MD, MS, Epi
4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Lessons Learned Along the Way: Collaboration, Shared Purpose, and Choices
Abstract Poster Reception
5:00 PM - 6:30 PM

Cool Topics in Neonatology

Session 3: Rethinking the NICU
Thursday, 8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Session 4: Beyond the Medicine
10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
From NICU to Neurodevelopment: Tracking the Human Milk Effect - Roundtable Discussion
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM; Lunch Provided
Fast or Slow? Finding the Feeding Sweet Spot for Safety and Growth - Roundtable Dicussion
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM; Lunch Provided
Session 5: Innovations in Neonatal Kidney Management
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
Session 6: Navigating Neonatal Lymphatic Disorders
3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Session 7: Economics and Compensation in Neonatology
4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
All Attendee Dinner
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Location TBA
Session 8: Foundation Care for the 21-23 Week Infant
Friday, 8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
Session 9: Trials that Shape Neonatal Practice
9:50 AM - 11:50 AM

POCUS Workshop

POCUS Workshop
Friday, 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM
POCUS Workshop Cont.
Saturday, 8:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Speakers

Speaker details coming soon!

Cody Arnold, MD

Amir H. Ashrafi, MD

James Barry, MD, MBA

Cody Bartrug, MA, BSN, RNC-NIC

Dilip Bhatt, MD

Manoj Biniwale, MD

Christine Bixby, MD

Courtney Breault, MSN, RN, CPHQ

Christopher Caira, ChFC, CFS

Caitlin Carter, MD

Tarah Colaizy, MD, MPH

Ben Courchia, MD

Elizabeth Crouch, MD, PhD

Alexis Davis, MD, MS Epi

Jennifer Fang, MD

Tara Glenn, MD

Agenda at a Glance

Speakers

Cody Arnold, MD

Amir H. Ashrafi, MD

James Barry, MD, MBA

Cody Bartrug, MA, BSN, RNC-NIC

Dilip Bhatt, MD

Manoj Biniwale, MD

Christine Bixby, MD

Courtney Breault, MSN, RN, CPHQ

Christopher Caira, ChFC, CFS

Caitlin Carter, MD

Tarah Colaizy, MD, MPH

Ben Courchia, MD

Elizabeth Crouch, MD, PhD

Alexis Davis, MD, MS Epi

Jennifer Fang, MD

Tara Glenn, MD

Louis Halamek, MD

Tanya Hatfield, MSN, RNC-NIC, C-ELBW

Kaley Haymond, MSN, APRN, ACCNS-N, RNC-NIC

Susan Hintz, MD, MS, Epi

Amy Hobson, DO

Anup Katheria, MD

Ashwini Lakshmanan, MD, MS, MPH, FAAP

Satyan Lakshminrusimha, MD

Matthew Laughon, MD, MPH

Adrian Lavery, MD, MPH

Kelly Mahaney, MD

Terri Major-Kincade, MD, MPH

Gilbert Martin, MD

Marielle Nguyen, MD

Erin Osterholm, MD

Rangasamy Ramanathan

Lynn Ramirez, MD, MS

Carlos Ramos

Virender Rehan, MD

Craig Robinson, BS, MS, LMFT

Matt Rysavy, MD, PhD

Meera Sankar, MD

Sherry Seethaler, PhD

Tom Shimotake, MD

Sanjay Sinha, MD

Martha Sola-Visner, MD

Clara Song, MD

Robin Steinhorn, MD

Denise Suttner, MD

Thea Tagliaferro

Dalal Taha, MD

Stephannie Voller, MD, MS

Daphna Yasova Barbeau, MD

Andi Markell, RD, LD, MSL-BC, CSP