2026 Texas Neonatology Medical Conference
Controversies and Updates on Management of the Neonate
📅 Sept 19th-20th
📍 Austin, TX
Join us for a 1.5 day educational event bringing together neonatologists, pediatricians, newborn hospitalists, neonatal nurse practitioners, neonatal nurses, respiratory therapists, and perinatal care professionals from across Texas.
Overview
Dates
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Full Day — Saturday, Sept 19 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM (Breakfast & Lunch included)
Half Day — Sunday, Sept 20 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM (Breakfast included)
Location
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Austin Marriott Downtown (Not JW Marriott)
Address
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304 East Cesar Chavez Street, Austin, TX 78701
Topic
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Controversies and Updates on Management of the Neonate
Speakers
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Roberto Romero (Virtue Talk), Pablo Sanchez, Joseph B. Cantey, Alan Groves (POCUS Workshop), Kim Updegrove, Cynthia Blanco, Sarbattama (Rimi) Sen, Paul Thornton, Carl Backes, James Barry
Pricing
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Physician — $425
Advanced Practitioners — $320
Nurses, Trainees, and Others — $150
Agenda
The full agenda will be posted here as the conference date approaches.
Hotel & Travel
Austin Marriott Downtown
304 East Cesar Chavez Street, Austin, TX 78701
A discounted room block has been reserved for conference attendees. Book your stay at the special conference rate before the cut-off date of Friday, August 28, 2026.
Room Type
Dates Available
Rate
September 18, 2026
Standard Room
$279.00 + taxes & fees
September 19, 2026
Standard Room
$279.00 + taxes & fees
Attendee perks included with your stay
Complimentary Basic Wi-Fi in guest rooms and meeting space
Complimentary Fitness Center and Pool/Pool Deck access for all attendees
Double Marriott Bonvoy Points
Destination Fee Waived
50% discount on Valet Parking for overnight hotel guests
Austin Marriott Downton Location
*50% discount on AMD Valet Parking for overnight hotel guests
Austin Convention Center Parking Garage
*Additional self-parking at Austin Convention Center Parking lot on 201 E 2nd St.
Course Directors
Neonatologist | Clinical Professor of PediatricsFernando Moya, MD
Frank Cho, MD
NeonatologistPediatrix Medical Group of Austin
Pediatrix Medical Group of Austin | University of Texas A&M Medical School
Timothy Biela, MD
Neonatologist; Medical DirectorEric Reynolds, MD, MPH
Pediatrix Medical Group of San Antonio
Professor of PediatricsUniversity of Texas Houston Health Science Center
Pediatrix Medical Group of Austin
NeonatologistOrganizing Committee
Director, Division of Neonatology | Professor of PediatricsCynthia Blanco, MD
Deborah Catland, APRN, NNP-BC
APP CoordinatorPediatrix Medical Group of San Antonio
Dept. Pediatrics, University of Texas Health Science Center of San Antonio
Alan Groves, MD
Associate Professor of Pediatrics; Director Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Fellowhip Program DirectorCourtney Morse, DNP, APRN, NNP-BC
Neotantal Nurse PractitionerNeonatal Research, Dell Children’s Hospital
Pediatrix Medical Group of Austin
Callie Turner, MSN, APRN, NNP-BC
Tuan Tran, MD
Neonatal Nurse PractitionerNeonatologistPediatrix Medical Group of Austin
Pediatrix Medical Group of Dallas | Baylor University Medical Center
Peter Untalan, MD
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Frequently Asked Questions
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For questions about registration, agenda, hotel reservations, or any other conference details, please reach out to us directly:
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Use the conference reservation link provided on the Accommodations section of this page. Booking directly through the general Marriott website will not guarantee the discounted rate.
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Yes. Overnight hotel guests receive a 50% discount on Valet Parking. Public parking is also available at the Austin Convention Center parking garage, located across from the hotel on San Jacinto Street.
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The conference runs September 19–20, 2026. Saturday, Sept 19 is a full day from 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM, and Sunday, Sept 20 is a half day from 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM. Plan travel accordingly, you'll be free by noon on Sunday.
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Austin Marriott Downtown, 304 East Cesar Chavez Street, Austin, TX 78701. Please note this is the Austin Marriott Downtown — not the JW Marriott.
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Yes! Breakfast is provided both days. Lunch is included on Saturday, September 19 (full day) only.
Sponsored by an unrestricted educational grant from the American Academy of Pediatrics and from Mead Johnson Nutrition