Final GPA 2017 Conference Brochure 6 11 2017 (PDF)

Georgia Perinatal Association
GPA: 40 Years Strong
31st Annual Conference: September 20-22, 2017

St Simons Island, GA
www.kingandprince.com

Program Agenda
Wednesday, September 20, 2017
11:00-3:00pm
11:00-2:30 pm

Conference Registration

King & Prince Lobby

Pre-Conference: A Safe Care CommUNITY

Panel Discussion

( Natalie Green, LMSW, Wrayanne Glaze Parker, LAPC, MAC, CARES, Peggy Walker, Judge,
Joelyn T. Alfred, MS, NCC, CMOTC, Rev. Vonshurrii S. Wrighten, M.Div., MAC, CACII, CCSS on
how healthcare, social services, legal and recovery programs partner to support families with
infants affected by Neonatal Abstinence Syndrome and Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder.

3:45pm

Conference Opens

Dina Herren, MSN, IBCLC,
NP-C, GPA President

Welcome/Announcements

4:00-5:00pm

Perinatal and Maternal Mortality

Lara Jacobson, MD

5:00-6:00pm

Risk Management: Hindsight is 20/20

Astrid Wightman, RN-C, CEFM & Chris Melcher, JD

6:00-8:00pm

Conference Reception & Exhibit Visitation

Heavy hors d’oeuvres & cash bar (1 complimentary drink ticket provided!)

Enjoy St. Simons!
Thursday, September 21, 2017
7:00-8:00am

Conference Registration

King & Prince Lobby

Continental Breakfast, Silent Auction Opens

8:00-8:15 am

Welcome/Announcements

Dina Herren, MSN, IBCLC,
NP-C, GPA President

8:15-9:15am

QI: Behind the Scenes in the NICU

Jack Owens, MD, MPH

9:15-10:15am

Intimate Partner Violence

Judy Layden, RN, BSN

10:15-10:30am

Break & Exhibit Visitation
Silent Auction Continues

10:30-11:30am

Is It Baby- Friendly or Baby-UNFRIENDLY?

Sally Woods, BSN,RN,
IBCLC, LCCE

11:30-12:45pm

Advances in the Management of Preterm Labor:
Achieving Optimal Practice

Dan Eller , MD

12:45-2:00pm

Luncheon/Meeting
Colors, Personalities, and Leadership

Panel Discussion

(Panel discussion by Kelly Smith, MSN, NP-C, IBCLC, Dina
Herren, MSN, NP-C, IBCLC, Jodi Hudgins, RN, MSN, & Jo Ellen
McDonough, PhD, RN, BC, CNE on effective leadership and
communication skills based on your personality color)

2:00pm

Adjourn

Relax and enjoy GPA’s scavenger hunt (see registration packet)

Friday, September 22, 2017
7:00-8:00am

Registration & Breakfast Buffet

King & Prince Lobby

Breakfast Buffet /Silent Auction
Continues

8:00-8:15am

Welcome/Announcements

Dina Herren, MSN, NP-C,
IBCLC, GPA President

8:15-9:15am

NAS: An Emerging Epidemic in Georgia

9:15-11:15 am

Taking it to the Streets...Safe Sleep Practice from
Policy, Practice and Public

Jodi Hudgins, RN, MSN
Terri Miller, MPH, CHES
Sue Ellen Abney-Roberts,
DNP, RNC, C-EFM

11:15-12:15am

Low Milk Supply: A Provider's Guide

12:15pm

Closing Remarks/Adjourn

Kelly Smith, MSN, NP-C,
IBCLC

Jack Owens, MD, MPH

Intended Audience
The conference is for anyone interested in improving the health status of mothers and infants. It is appropriate for
all perinatal health advocates, providers, including administrators, physicians, nurses, nurse midwives, nurse
practitioners, perinatal social workers and others involved in perinatal care.

Accreditation
Educational Credits Applied For

Lodging: The King & Prince Beach & Golf Resort

HOTEL RESERVATIONS:
THE KING & PRINCE BEACH AND GOLF RESORT
201 ARNOLD RD, ST. SIMONS ISLAND, GA 31522
WWW.KINGANDPRINCE.COM
Call 800-342-0212 or email reservations@kingandprince.com and mention the “GPA17” to reserve a room. The
group rate will be offered till Sunday, August 20th or till the group block is sold out.
Ocean Front Rooms: $161/night
Partial Ocean Front Rooms: $151/night
Resort View Rooms: $140/night
Standard Room: $130/night

GPA: 40 Years Strong

REGISTRATION FLOW CHART
31st Annual Conference I September 20-22, 2017 I The King & Prince Resort I St. Simon’s Island
Use this flowchart to determine which registration fee category (A, B, or C) best applies to you, then flip over
and fill out the detailed registration form.

Start Here
Have you paid 2017
GPA Dues?

NO

Would you like to
become a GPA
member today?

Not sure

Email
georgiaperinatalassociation@gmail.com
to find out your membership status

YES

NO

See Box C
to get your meeting rate and
become a member

See Box B
to find your Non-Member
meeting rates

YES

See Box A
to find your Member
meeting rates

31st Annual Conference – GPA: 40 Years Strong
REGISTRATION FORM – September 20-22, 2017
By August 20

A

Registration Fee: (Select One)

B

After August 20th

2017 GPA Member: RN/NP/PA/Allied Health Professional

$230

$295

2017 GPA Member: Physician

$250

$315

$150

$200

2017 GPA Non-Member: RN/NP/PA/Allied Health Professional

$330

$395

2017 GPA Non-Member: Physician

$380

$445

$180

$230

Become a 2017 Member with Meeting Registration: RN/NP/PA/Allied Health Professional

$280

$345

Become a 2017 Member with Meeting Registration: Physician

$300

$365

2017 GPA Member – 1 Day Registration (select day)

2017 GPA Non-Member – 1 Day Registration (select day)

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Wed

Wed

Thurs

Thurs

Friday

Friday

Become a 2017 Member with 1 Day Registration: (select day)
ADDITIONAL MEETING ADD-ON
Wednesday Pre-Conference

$50

Guest (Wednesday night reception and Friday breakfast access)

$50

Thursday Lunch (No Charge) – Please check the box if you plan to attend the lunch

FREE LUNCH (Yes, I plan to attend the lunch)

2018 GPA Membership Dues

$50

Name_______________________________________________________Credentials_____________________________
Mailing Address__________________________ City__________________ State____ Zip__________
Work Phone (___)_______________ Home Phone (___)____________ Email:__________________________
(email address required for confirmation of registration)

Tell us about yourself:
1) Place of Employment: ___________________________________________________________________________
2) # of years as health professional:________________________
3) Specialty (circle all that apply) OB/GYN Peds Perinatal Neonatal Home Health Health Dept Other ___________________

PAYMENT METHOD:
Check (enclosed, made payable to Georgia Perinatal Association):___ Credit Card: __ VISA ___MasterCard __ America Express
Card # ___|___|___|___|___|___|___|___|___|___|___|___|___|___|___|___|
TOTAL DUE: _______
Exp. Date ____/______ Signature: __________________________________
RETURN BY MAIL: Georgia Perinatal Association, P.O. Box 13784, Savannah, GA 31416. (912) 495-8266, Fax (912) 233-1952
All cancelations must be made in writing. Cancellation must be made on or before 9/2/17, and will be subject to a $40
processing fee. Refunds between 9/3-9/16, will receive a 50% refund. No refunds for cancelations after 9/16/17.
Questions? Call (912) 495-8266 or email georgiaperinatalassociation@gmail.com