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Annual Rural Health Conference

May 10-13, 2022 Albuquerque, N.M.
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Join NRHA and rural health leaders from across the country 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.

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

“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
 

Albuquerque 2022 call for presentations


Each year, more than 200 individuals present over 85 concurrent educational sessions, 20 research papers and up to 100 research and educational posters at NRHA's annual events, constituting the nation's largest, most inclusive rural health conference.

Any person with an interest in rural health is invited to submit original research by Jan. 13 for presentation during the 2022 conferences.
 

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    2022 Albuquerque agenda:


    2022 Annual Rural Health Conference agenda DRAFT (updated 11.16.21)
     
     

    Call for presentations


    Each year, more than 200 individuals present over 85 concurrent educational sessions, 20 research papers and up to 100 research and educational posters at NRHA's annual events, constituting the nation's largest, most inclusive rural health conference.

    The agenda has been set, but any person with an interest in rural health is invited to submit original research by Jan. 13 for presentation during the 2022 conferences.

     

    Past agendas:

     


    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.

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    Register for NRHA's Albuquerque events




    You may also register by email to [email protected].

    Early member* registration rates (before April 18)
    $745 Annual Rural Health Conference/Rural Hospital Innovation Summit
    $210 Health Equity Conference
    $215 Rural Medical Education Conference

    Standard member* registration rates (after April 18)
    $845 Annual Rural Health Conference/Rural Hospital Innovation Summit
    $310 Health Equity Conference
    $315 Rural Medical Education Conference

    Early non-member registration rates (before April 18)
    $845 Annual Rural Health Conference/Rural Hospital Innovation Summit
    $310 Health Equity Conference
    $315 Rural Medical Education Conference

    Standard non-member registration rates (after April 18)
    $945 Annual Rural Health Conference/Rural Hospital Innovation Summit
    $410 Health Equity Conference
    $415 Rural Medical Education Conference

    Early student* registration rates (before April 18)
    $383 Annual Rural Health Conference/Rural Hospital Innovation Summit
    $115 Health Equity Conference
    $118 Rural Medical Education Conference

    Standard student* registration rates (after April 18)
    $433 Annual Rural Health Conference/Rural Hospital Innovation Summit
    $165 Health Equity Conference
    $168 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.

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    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 2021-22 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.
     

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    Sessions

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

    Hotels

    Visit NRHA's Albuquerque visitor guide for a map of accommodations and links for everything you'll need.

    April 18 is the deadline for both discounted hotel and early registration rates. Hotel room tax is currently 13.875%.

    Albuquerque Hyatt Regency - $169
    330 Tijeras Ave N.W.
    Albuquerque, N.M. 87102

    Doubletree by Hilton Hotel Albuquerque - $119
    201 Marquette Ave N.W.
    Albuquerque, N.M. 87102

    Hotel Andaluz - $150
    125 2nd St N.W.
    Albuquerque, N.M. 87102

    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.

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    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.