Annual Rural Health Conference

We'll see you in ABQ and virtually

Join NRHA and rural health leaders from across the country for a hybrid event hosted in the Land of Enchantment to help raise the standard for rural health with over 80 innovative, practical, and cost-saving sessions and much more.
 

NRHA's 45th Annual Rural Health Conference, 7th Rural Hospital Innovation Summit, and associated events are May 10-13 in Albuquerque, N.M. and our virtual environment.

Don't miss NRHA's Health Equity Conference and Rural Medical Education Conference occurring immediately beforehand on May 10.

We want everyone to get the most out of the nation’s largest gathering of rural health pros. That’s why NRHA's 45th Annual Rural Health Conference will be our first hybrid event.

Along with our proud return to live educational and networking opportunities, we will offer a limited virtual option for those unable to attend in person at rates equating to 50 percent of our corresponding in-person rates.

Recordings and provided materials will be available for registered sessions through the virtual event environment for three months following the close of the event.

Scholarships are now available below on a first-come, first-served basis to apply to onsite registration for students and attendees who would otherwise not be able to attend.

“If you’re interested in actively engaging in transformational work on behalf of rural communities, NRHA’s annual events are where it’s at.” – NRHA member Peggy Wheeler

We are so excited to see everyone in Albuquerque this spring – it has been a long time coming.

• icon-agenta Agenda

  2022 agenda:

  Annual Rural Health Conference agenda 

  Past agendas:

  • 2021 Annual Rural Health Conference agenda
  • 2020 Annual Rural Health Conference agenda
  • 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 10 directly prior to the Annual Rural Health Conference.
  
  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.

• icon-scholarships Scholarships

  Scholarships are now available on a first-come, first-served basis to apply to onsite registration for students and attendees who would otherwise not be able to attend NRHA's:
   

  • Health Equity Conference
  • Rural Medical Education Conference
  • Annual Rural Health Conference (all awarded)

• icon-field-visits Field Visits

• icon-rates Rates

  Register for NRHA's Albuquerque events

  
  
  
  You may also register by email to registration@nrharural.org.
   

  Member onsite rates

  $845 Annual Rural Health Conference/Rural Hospital Innovation Summit
  $310 Health Equity Conference
  $315 Rural Medical Education Conference
   

  Non-member onsite rates

  $945 Annual Rural Health Conference/Rural Hospital Innovation Summit
  $410 Health Equity Conference
  $415 Rural Medical Education Conference
   

  Student onsite rates

  $433 Annual Rural Health Conference/Rural Hospital Innovation Summit
  $165 Health Equity Conference
  $168 Rural Medical Education Conference
   

  Member virtual rates

  $422 Annual Rural Health Conference/Rural Hospital Innovation Summit
  $155 Health Equity Conference
  $155 Rural Medical Education Conference
   

  Non-member virtual Rates

  $472 Annual Rural Health Conference/Rural Hospital Innovation Summit
  $205 Health Equity Conference
  $205 Rural Medical Education Conference
   

  Student virtual Rates

  $217 Annual Rural Health Conference/Rural Hospital Innovation Summit
  $83 Health Equity Conference
  $83 Rural Medical Education Conference

  ​* must authenticate as NRHA and student members. Contact NRHA's membership team for assistance.
  
  Contact NRHA's registration team or call 816-756-3140 for more information.
   

  NRHA COVID policy

  With your onsite registration, you certify that you are, or will be prior to the conference, fully vaccinated against COVID-19 by one of the three FDA approved vaccines (Pfizer, Moderna, or J&J).
   
  NRHA will adhere to CDC Guidelines on Masking according to their COVID-19 Community Level Tool that determines prevention steps according to threat levels. While masks are always encouraged, they will not be required except when the community threat level as determined by the CDC for Bernalillo County, New Mexico is HIGH, or if state/local mandates are imposed at the time of our conference.
   

  NRHA Refund policy

  For cancellations received by National Rural Health Association at least 30 days prior to a conference or seminar, a full refund, less a 30% processing fee, will be provided to the registrant.
  
  For cancellations received less than 30 days prior to a conference or seminar, a credit towards attendance at a future conference or seminar will be provided.
  
  No refunds or credits will be provided for no-shows and cancellation notifications received after the conference or seminar is held.

• icon-exhibitors Exhibitors

  Exhibitors, sponsors and advertisers

  Download the 2022 Annual Conference Prospectus for event exhibiting and sponsorship information.
  
  Don't miss the opportunity to increase your visibility in the rural market by engaging with our audience throughout the year by becoming a vetted NRHA Partner.
  
  Download NRHA's 2022 engagement guide or contact Larry Bedell 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

  Sessions

  All onsite educational sessions and meetings will be held at the Albuquerque Convention Center, located at 401 2nd St N.W., Albuquerque, N.M. 87102.
   

  NRHA room block hotels

  Visit NRHA's Albuquerque visitor guide for a map of accommodations and links for everything you'll need.
  
  Hotel room tax is currently 13.875%.
  
  The Clyde Hotel (formerly Albuquerque Hyatt Regency) - $169
  330 Tijeras Ave N.W.
  Albuquerque, N.M. 87102
  (Three minutes by foot to Convention Center)
  
  Doubletree by Hilton Hotel Albuquerque - SOLD OUT
  201 Marquette Ave N.W.
  Albuquerque, N.M. 87102
  
  Hotel Andaluz - SOLD OUT
  125 2nd St N.W.
  Albuquerque, N.M. 87102

  
  Alternate hotels

  Rates vary as no NRHA room block is available.
  
  Embassy Suites by Hilton Albuquerque
  1000 Woodward Pl. N.E.
  Albuquerque, NM 87102
  (five minutes by car or 22 minutes by foot to Convention Center)
  
  Hilton Garden Inn Albuquerque Downtown
  222 Central Ave. S.E.
  Albuquerque, NM 87102
  (three minutes by car or eight minutes by foot to Convention Center)
  
  Hotel Parq Central
  806 Central Ave. S.E.
  Albuquerque, NM 87102
  (four minutes by car or 17 minutes by foot to Convention Center)
  
  Disclaimer
  Unfortunately, it is becoming more common for association meetings and conventions to be targeted by third-party websites and online scams. NRHA never uses a third-party booking service and room registration for NRHA conferences is only possible via the online registration links found on our website.
   

  Onsite COVID Precautions

  All onsite registrants and NRHA staff are required to be fully vaccinated. NRHA is following the Center for Disease Control and Prevention definition of full vaccination available here.
   
  With your onsite registration, you certify that you are, or will be prior to the conference, fully vaccinated against COVID-19 by one of the three FDA approved vaccines (Pfizer, Moderna, or J&J).
   
  NRHA will adhere to CDC Guidelines on Masking according to their COVID-19 Community Level Tool that determines prevention steps according to threat levels. While masks are always encouraged, they will not be required except when the community threat level as determined by the CDC for Bernalillo County, New Mexico is HIGH, or if state/local mandates are imposed at the time of our conference.
  
  Additionally, there are hand sanitizer stations throughout the public space, and all hotel and convention center staff members are following CDC masking guidelines. NRHA will inform conference participants about local testing capabilities should it be necessary during the event.
  
  NRHA will follow onsite protocols, working closely with local public health officials. We will monitor for developments and adjust our conference protocol as needed.

Onsite COVID Precautions

All onsite registrants and NRHA staff are required to be fully vaccinated. NRHA is following the Center for Disease Control and Prevention definition of full vaccination available here.
 
With your onsite registration, you certify that you are, or will be prior to the conference, fully vaccinated against COVID-19 by one of the three FDA approved vaccines (Pfizer, Moderna, or J&J).
 
NRHA will adhere to CDC Guidelines on Masking according to their COVID-19 Community Level Tool that determines prevention steps according to threat levels. While masks are always encouraged, they will not be required except when the community threat level as determined by the CDC for Bernalillo County, New Mexico is HIGH, or if state/local mandates are imposed at the time of our conference.

Additionally, there are hand sanitizer stations throughout the public space, and all hotel and convention center staff members are following CDC masking guidelines. NRHA will inform conference participants about local testing capabilities should it be necessary during the event.

NRHA will follow onsite protocols, working closely with local public health officials. We will monitor for developments and adjust our conference protocol as needed.
 

Recognize COVID-19 Symptoms

The CDC has identified the following symptoms of a COVID-19 infection. If you have one or more of these symptoms on the day of the event, please do not participate. If you are waiting for COVID-19 test results or have had close contact with a person who has tested positive for or who has COVID-19 symptoms, please stay home unless you get a negative test result before the event. The COVID-19 virus and its variants are highly contagious. Event attendees acknowledge the risk of exposure to the COVID-19 virus, assume all such risk, and NRHA shall not be held liable. As such, all conference participants will be asked to sign a COVID-19 risk and liability waiver during registration.
 

Protect Our Community

Help to protect our community. Please report to NRHA if you test positive for COVID after the event such that you could have received or spread the virus at the event.

Your safety is our number one priority.
 

Security

Unfortunately, it is becoming more common for association meetings and conventions to be targeted by third-party websites and online scams. NRHA never uses a third party booking service and registration for NRHA conferences is only possible via the online registration links found on our website.