CONFERENCE DESCRIPTION

Our 28^th Annual National Conference on Fetal Monitoring has been designed for physicians, nurses, certified nurse midwives, nurse practitioners, and physician associates who are responsible for maternal-fetal assessment. During this comprehensive conference, our expert faculty will integrate emerging clinical research, analyze current case studies, and address controversial issues in maternal-fetal medicine. This educational activity aims to increase learner knowledge, improve the competence and performance of all attendees, and contribute to their ability to work together as part of a coordinated healthcare team.

Topics for this year’s conference have been selected based on the educational needs underlying identified professional practice gaps. The gaps were derived from a variety of sources including evaluations and outcomes data from past participants, clinical expert input, Symposia Medicus’ online survey, and other medical and nursing data such as current clinical guidelines, research findings, literature reviews, and patient safety considerations.

An outstanding faculty has been assembled for this conference. Each faculty member was selected based on their individual area of expertise and ability to communicate current, evidence-based, and practical information to participants.

The conference format includes didactic lectures, question and answer sessions, and case studies. Following a group of lectures, the question and answer sessions allow attendees to ask the faculty critical and challenging questions about caring for patients during various fetal monitoring situations.
 

CONFERENCE OBJECTIVES

As a result of participating in this conference, you should have increased knowledge and enhanced competence to:

• Recognize common maternal high risk conditions and their potential impact on fetal well-being
• Identify two principles of standardized interpretation of FHR tracings
• Recognize the common root causes of avoidable obstetric malpractice claims
• Develop a systematic process to decrease time from cesarean decision to skin incision
• Interpret EFM patterns observed during the second stage of labor
• Apply statistical principles in the context of managing obstetric complications

Enrollment for this conference is limited in order to provide the best possible learning environment.
Early registration is advised.

You can register and receive conference lodging group rates in the following ways:

• Online via this website (unless otherwise directed) OR:
   
• Call (925) 969-1789 Monday-Friday, 8:30am-5:00pm (Pacific Time), with
   Visa, MasterCard, American Express, or Discover; OR
   
• By mail; make check payable to Symposia Medicus and send along with registration form to:
  399 Taylor Blvd, Suite 102, Pleasant Hill, CA 94523-2287

Conference registration will be confirmed via email

Please call (925) 969-1789 for additional questions or information.
 

ATTENDEE REQUIREMENTS

After attending this conference, participants are entitled to a certificate of credit which will be available online. Successful completion of this activity is determined by attending the live activity, reviewing the educational session materials, and submitting the case studies test, evaluations, surveys, and verification of attendance form. Each participant should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
 

ACCREDITATION

This accredited continuing education activity was planned and produced in accordance with the ACCME and ANCC Standards for Integrity and Independence in Accredited Continuing Education.

Symposia Medicus is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.

Symposia Medicus is accredited as a provider of nursing continuing professional development by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation.
 

CONTINUING EDUCATION CREDIT

Physicians
Symposia Medicus designates this live activity for a maximum of 16 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

This ACE activity was developed with standards to address California Assembly Bill (AB) 1195 cultural and linguistic competency (CLC) and CA AB 241 implicit bias (IB) to reduce health disparities.

ACOG
Application has been made with the American College of Obstetricians & Gynecologists (ACOG) for cognates, Formal Learning.

Certified Nurse Midwives
The American Midwifery Certification Board (AMCB) accepts Category 1 CME approval from organizations accredited by the ACCME.

Physician Associates
NCCPA accepts certificates of participation for educational activities certified for AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™ from organizations accredited by ACCME or a recognized state medical society. Physician associates may receive a maximum of 16 hours of Category 1 credit for completing this program.

Nurse Practitioners/Nurses
The ANCC contact hours awarded for completion of this conference are 16.

Provider is also approved by the California Board of Registered Nursing, Provider #CEP2335, for 19.2 contact hours.

Fetal Heart Rate Monitoring
The approved credits include 16.00 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™ towards Fetal Heart Rate Monitoring and Assessment Education.

Pharmacists
The California Board of Pharmacy accepts as continuing professional education those courses that meet the standard of relevance to pharmacy practice and have been approved for AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™

Pharmacotherapeutic CEUs for Nurses
This activity is designated for a maximum of 1 pharmacotherapeutic credit towards meeting the requirement for nursing pharmacology continuing education. Sessions awarding pharmacotherapeutic credits are denoted with an Rx in the schedule. Please contact your state’s Board of Nursing for specific educational requirements as they may vary state to state.

DISCLOSURE STATEMENT

In accordance with ACCME and ANCC guidelines, Symposia Medicus maintains a policy to ensure balance, independence, objectivity, and scientific rigor in all educational activities. Prior to the planning of this educational activity, all individuals in control of content disclosed all financial relationships with ineligible companies within the past 24 months. Symposia Medicus will mitigate any and all relevant financial relationships before the conference begins. Beyond disclosure and mitigation of relevant financial relationships, faculty are required to disclose when they plan to discuss pharmaceuticals and/or medical devices that are not approved by the FDA and/or medical or surgical procedures that involve an unapproved or “off-label” use of an approved device or pharmaceutical. Symposia Medicus is committed to providing learners with commercially unbiased continuing education activities. This information is intended to assist learners in forming their own judgments about the content presented. Disclosure information will be included in the educational session materials for this activity and speakers will provide a disclosure slide for each presentation, which they will also disclose verbally on site.

CONFERENCE LODGING INFORMATION

Symposia Medicus has conference group rates at Caesars Palace and Horseshoe Las Vegas, both located in the center of the World-Famous Las Vegas Strip.

These special rates will only be available until Tuesday, April 6, 2027. We recommend you reserve your lodging as soon as possible, as rooms at the conference group rates are limited and on a first come, first served basis. Rooms may sell out and/or room rates may increase prior to the release date.

The conference group rates will also be available three days before and three days after the conference (based on availability) if you wish to extend your stay in Las Vegas.

CAESARS PALACE
3570 Las Vegas Blvd. South
Las Vegas, NV 89109
Direct: (702) 731-7110

TO MAKE YOUR HOTEL RESERVATION AT CAESARS PALACE:
Please call (866) 227-5944
and refer to group code SCSMA7

To make your reservations online at either property, please visit https://book.passkey.com/go/SCSMA7 https://book.passkey.com/go/SCSMA7

CAESARS PALACE ROOM INFORMATION

Run of House (Single/Double):
Tuesday - $199/night
Wednesday & Thursday - $140/night
Friday & Saturday - $249/night

Rooms are approximately 360 sq. ft., and include a king or two queen beds, hairdryer, minibar, desk, shower, safe, and TV.
 

HORSESHOE LAS VEGAS (located across the street from Caesars Palace)
3645 Las Vegas Blvd. South
Las Vegas, NV 89109
Direct: (702) 967-4111

TO MAKE YOUR HOTEL RESERVATION AT HORSESHOE LAS VEGAS:
Please call (800) 358-8777
and refer to group code SBSMA7

To make your reservations online at either property, please visit https://book.passkey.com/go/SCSMA7 https://book.passkey.com/go/SCSMA7

HORSESHOE LAS VEGAS ROOM INFORMATION

Run of House (Single/Double):
Tuesday-Thursday - $30/night
Friday & Saturday - $199/night

Rooms are approximately 450 sq. ft., and include a king or $199/night (Friday & Saturday) two queen beds, hairdryer, desk, shower, safe, and TV.

• A deposit equal to one night’s room & tax is due to the hotel with major credit card upon making your reservation. Each guestroom must have at least one registered guest 21 years of age or older.
   
  
• Resort Fee ($40 plus 13.38% tax at Caesars and $20 plus 13.38% tax at Horseshoe) includes unlimited local phone calls, admission to the Fitness Center for up to two guests daily, and in-room internet access for up to two devices per day
   
  
• Maximum guestroom occupancy is four, regardless of age
   
  
• Mandatory additional occupant charge is $30 per person, per night
   
  
• Bed Type Requests: You can select one or two beds; however, requests cannot be guaranteed until check-in
   
  
• Rollaway beds are available at an additional cost of $30 per night (subject to availability and change)
   
  
• Cribs are available on a complimentary basis (subject to availability and change)
   
  
• Check-in time is 4:00pm and check-out time is 11:00am. Any departures after 11:00am are subject to a full day charge. A late check-out can only be confirmed on the date of departure by the front desk. Late check-outs are based on availability and additional charges may apply.
   
  
• Credit/Debit Card Policy: Upon check-in, the hotel requires a credit or debit card to ensure that funds are available. Holds are placed on your account for your entire stay; however, the amount may be immediately deducted from your account. The length of time for which these holds remain on your credit or debit account varies from bank to bank.
   
  
• Early Departure Fee: Please notify the hotel of any changes to your scheduled departure date prior to your check-in date. Any changes, including changes made at the conference hotel, may be charged the full original length of stay.
   
  
• Parking: Self-parking is complimentary for conference guests
   
  
• Hotel Cancellations must be made directly with the hotel at least 72 hours prior to your confirmed arrival date or you will be charged a cancellation fee equal to one night’s deposit and tax

• All cancellations must be emailed to registrar@symposiamedicus.org by the date stated below
   
  
• Conference cancellations must be made in writing (via email) to Symposia Medicus and a refund, less a 10% processing fee, will be given. No refunds will be made if cancellation is received after March 25, 2027; however, tuition, less a 10% processing fee, may be applied to a future Symposia Medicus conference.
   
  
• In the unlikely event of conference cancellation by Symposia Medicus, full tuition refunds will be made. Symposia Medicus will not be responsible for refunding travel or any other expenses.
   
  

Each registrant will have online access to the educational session materials on our conference webpage. The educational session materials will be available for download approximately one week prior to the conference. You will receive an email with instructions.

If you are unable to attend this conference, you may purchase an electronic copy of the educational session materials one week after the conference. Please email publications@symposiamedicus.org for more information.

AIR TRAVEL INFORMATION

You will fly into Las Vegas Harry Reid International Airport (LAS), which is approximately 15 minutes from Caesars Palace.

Symposia Medicus has arranged for discount fares with Alaska, Delta, and United Airlines for this conference. Reservations can be made either through your travel agency or through the airlines at the website or Convention Desk numbers listed below.

In order to receive the discounted rate, you or your travel agent must refer to the Symposia Medicus Group ID number listed here.
 

Alaska Airlines
For discounts on Alaska Airlines flights, please book online at www.alaskaair.com and click on the link “Use Discount Code,” located at the bottom of the “Book Flights” box. Once you click on this link, another page will appear. On this page, you will need to insert ECMQ277 in the “Discount Code” box, located at the right hand side of the page.

Delta Airlines
For discounts on Delta Airlines, please book online http:\\www.delta.com, enter in your travel plans and then click on the “Advanced Search” link located below the “Passenger” box. Once you click on this link, a panel will appear, and you will need to insert NY4VF in the “Meeting Code” box.
For questions, please call the Delta Airlines Convention Desk at (800) 328-1111.

United Airlines
For discounts on United Airlines, please book onlinehttp:\\www.united.com and click on Advanced Search, located on the bottom left corner of the “Book Travel” box. Once you click on this link, another page will appear. At the bottom of this page, you will insert ZR7P576699 in the “Promotions and Certificates” box.
For questions, please call the United Airlines Convention Desk at (800) 426-1122.
 

CAR RENTAL DISCOUNT

For conference discounts, Symposia Medicus has made arrangements with AVIS and Budget Car Rentals. Reservations can be made by phone; please refer to the conference code and the conference/airport location when making your reservations. Please see below:

AVIS
www.avis.com
800-331-1600
AWD # B766625

Budget
www.budget.com
800-772-3773
BCD # U076767
 

TRAVEL POLICIES

Registrants are strongly encouraged to purchase comprehensive travel insurance to protect against unforeseen circumstances, including trip cancellation or interruption, medical emergencies, travel delays, and other unexpected events. Symposia Medicus is not responsible for any costs incurred due to changes in travel plans or event modifications beyond our control.

CONFERENCE LOCATION

At the heart of the iconic Las Vegas Strip, Caesars Palace blends timeless luxury with world-famous entertainment, dining, and hospitality. Inspired by the grandeur of ancient Rome, the resort delivers an unforgettable experience filled with wonderful accommodations, stunning architecture, and vibrant nightlife.

You can indulge in award-winning restaurants from celebrated chefs, relax at the expansive Garden of the Gods Pool Oasis, or explore premier shopping at The Forum Shops. From upscale spa experiences to headline entertainment and nightlife, every detail is designed to create an exciting Las Vegas getaway!

Whether you seek rest and relaxation or crave entertainment and excitement, Las Vegas has it all. Stretch your legs walking the famous Las Vegas Strip, stimulate your taste buds in one of the city’s world-class restaurants, or extend your conference stay and take a day trip to Hoover Dam or the Grand Canyon and witness the grandeur of the Colorado River. Explore the city’s casinos or enjoy great entertainment in the showplaces and lounges. Las Vegas is truly the city that never sleeps!

Whatever your pleasure, you’ll be sure to find it in Las Vegas, at our 28^th Annual National Conference on Fetal Monitoring.