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Annual Rural Health Conference

May 19-22, 2020 San Diego, Calif.
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NRHA's Annual Rural Health Conference is the nation's largest rural health conference, created for anyone with an interest in rural health care, including rural health practitioners, hospital administrators, clinic directors and lay health workers, social workers, state and federal health employees, academics, community members and more.
 

Medical education and health equity events

The annual Rural Medical Education Conference and Health Equity Conference (formerly the Rural Multiracial and Multicultural Health Conference) will both be held May 19 directly prior to the Annual Rural Health Conference.

Scholarship funds are now available for students and community members with a critical need for financial support with conference expenses. Please see the Scholarships menu below for more info.

  • icon-agenta Agenda

    2020 Annual Rural Health Conference agenda TBA
     

    Past agendas

    2019 Annual Rural Health Conference agenda
    2018 Annual Rural Health Conference agenda
    2017 Annual Rural Health Conference agenda
     

    Medical education and health equity events

    The annual Rural Medical Education Conference and Health Equity Conference (formerly the Rural Multiracial and Multicultural Health Conference) will both be held May 7 directly prior to the Annual Rural Health Conference.

  • icon-scholarships Scholarships

    Scholarship funds are now available for students and community members with a critical need for financial support with conference expenses.

    Scholarships will be awarded on a first-come, first-served basis to people who meet the eligibility criteria specified on the application form, and who are unable to attend the 2020 Annual Rural Health Conference without such support.

    For more information, please see the application form.
     

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    Register online for NRHA's San Diego events


    You may also register via downloadable PDF form email to [email protected], mail or fax.

    Early registration rates (before April 27)
    $735 for members
    $835 for non-members*
    $368 for students

    Standard registration rates (after April 27)
    $835 member
    $935 non-member*
    $418 for students

    * Price includes a one-year complimentary membership for first-time NRHA members.

    Contact Lisa Inman at 816-756-3140 for more information on registration.

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    Exhibitors, sponsors and advertisers

    Don't miss the opportunity to increase your visibility in the rural market with ads and sponsorships or by becoming a vetted NRHA Partner. 

    Download NRHA's 2020 AC and RHIS engagement guide, or contact Colleen Bay to learn more.

    NRHA offers sponsorships for all events, providing a valuable opportunity for your organization to gain visibility. These sponsorships, ads and partnerships are great ways to get your company's message in the hands of hundreds of attendees. Remember, one-third of all U.S. hospitals are rural facilities.
     

  • icon-building Accommodations

    Hotel

    The conference hotel, the Sheraton San Diego Hotel & Marina, includes relaxed waterfront lodging with 3 pools and is located within the Point Loma neighborhood, a seaside community with numerous fresh seafood restaurants and featuring nearby Sunset Cliffs & hiking trails at Cabrillo Monument.

    The hotel, located at 1380 Harbor Island Drive, is just minutes away from the San Diego International Airport and complimentary shuttle service runs every 15 minutes from 5:30 a.m. to midnight.

    The group rate is $219 plus tax (currently 10.695%) with a deadline of April 27 or when rooms sell out. For reservations booked within the group block, the hotel's $26/day resort fee is waived and complimentary in-room WIFI is included.
     

    Tourism

    Experience San Diego: San Diego is known for its beaches, parks and warm climate. Balboa Park is the site of the world-famous San Diego Zoo, as well as numerous art galleries, artist studios, museums and gardens. A deep harbor is home to a large active naval fleet, with the USS Midway, an aircraft-carrier-turned-museum, open to the public. Visitor information is available.
     

    Fraud alert

    Some NRHA’s members have been contacted by companies claiming to represent NRHA in booking hotel reservations for this conference. This is unfortunately a widespread problem in the meeting industry. NRHA does not use a third party booking service, and hotel reservations can be booked directly.

    NRHA certificates of attendance will be available at the registration desk. Attendees may use these certificates with third-party organizations or their employer as documentation of having received conference hours of instruction.