Save the Date for the 9th Annual Neonatal Resuscitation Symposium & Workshop September 10 - 11, 2026

am thrilled to share that the 9th Annual Neonatal Resuscitation Symposium & Workshop will take place in Indianapolis in September 2026. This flagship international meeting brings together world-renowned experts, frontline clinicians, educators, and researchers committed to improving outcomes for newborns in the delivery room and beyond.

Each year, the symposium provides an exceptional platform to explore cutting-edge science, emerging clinical practices, educational innovation, and ethical considerations in neonatal resuscitation. Participants will have the opportunity to learn from leading voices in the field, join high-impact discussions, and connect with peers working at the forefront of neonatal care worldwide.

👐 Hands-On & Tele-Resuscitation Workshop

📅 Thursday, September 10, 2026📍 In-Person Only

The symposium opens with a highly interactive, in-person workshop focused on the rapidly evolving field of tele-resuscitation. This immersive session will be led by Dr. Abhi Makkar, Dr. Jennifer Fang, and Dr. Rachel Umoren, three international leaders who have pioneered virtual support models for neonatal resuscitation teams.

Participants will gain hands-on experience with tele-resuscitation technologies, explore real-world case scenarios, and discuss implementation strategies that strengthen teamwork and decision-making—especially for rural, remote, or resource-limited settings.

This workshop is designed to make learning practical, collaborative, and impactful, offering skills that can be directly translated into improving delivery room care.

🎤 Symposium Program Highlights

📅 Friday, September 11, 2026

This year’s program features a remarkable lineup of international experts delivering timely, practice-changing insights:

Keynote Address

• Effective Ventilation – Charles Roehr (UK)

Featured Sessions

• How to prepare a team for HILO situations – Lou Halamek

• Tele-Resuscitation: Implementing Tele-Resus Programs – Abhi Makkar & Jennifer Fang

• NRP 9th Edition Implementation: Hospital-Based & Outreach Perspectives – Jenny Fox & Bobbi Byrne

• Surfactant Administration in the Delivery Room – Roger Soll

The program will offer a comprehensive look at current and emerging themes shaping neonatal resuscitation—from technological innovations such as tele-resuscitation, to optimized delivery room respiratory support, to the practical rollout of the NRP 9th Edition.

🌟 Why You Should Attend

The 9th Annual Neonatal Resuscitation Symposium & Workshop promises to be one of the most impactful gatherings yet. Whether you are a neonatologist, nurse, respiratory therapist, educator, researcher, or trainee, this meeting provides:

• Evidence-based updates from global leaders

• Practical skills development through hands-on learning

• Networking opportunities with colleagues advancing newborn care

• A chance to explore new ideas, innovations, and collaborative pathways

Stay tuned—registration details, full program, and travel information will be released soon.We look forward to welcoming you to Indianapolis in September 2026 for an inspiring and energizing meeting dedicated to improving care for the most vulnerable infants.