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2026 Medical Directors Retreat

CALIFORNIA ASSOCIATION OF NEONATOLOGISTS (CAN) MEDICAL DIRECTORS & CHIEFS RETREAT 2026

November 18, 2026

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Conference Chairs

  • Meera N. Sankar, MD President, California Association of Neonatologists (CAN)
  • James McElroy, MD Vice President, California Association of Neonatologists (CAN)

We look forward to welcoming California’s neonatal leaders to Stanford for a day of discussion, collaboration, and exchange of ideas.

Agenda

Time: 8:00am – 2:30pm

Reception: 3:00pm – 4:30pm

Location: Center for Academic Medicine (CAM) Conference Room 453 Quarry Road, Stanford Campus

There is no cost to attend this retreat.

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About the Retreat

The CAN Medical Directors & Chiefs Retreat is an exclusive one-day event designed to bring together neonatology leaders from across California. Attendance is limited to approximately 50 to 60 participants to foster meaningful discussion, collaboration, and networking among colleagues.
 
This retreat provides a unique opportunity to connect with fellow neonatal leaders, share experiences and challenges, and engage in thoughtful discussions about the future of our field.
 
Key topics will include:
  • State-level advocacy
  • Safety and quality initiatives
  • Applications of artificial intelligence in neonatology
  • The future of neonatal care
  • Leadership development and skills
  • Peer networking and collaboration
 
We are grateful to Mead Johnson and Abbott for their generous sponsorship of this event.

Additional Information

We have included information on hotels located near the Stanford campus to assist with travel planning. This information is located in the form to register.
 
Registered participants will receive reminder communications and event updates in the weeks leading up to the retreat to ensure they have all necessary information.
 
Please note:
No CME credits will be provided. Travel and hotel accommodations are the responsibility of attendees. A complimentary breakfast and lunch will be provided.
 
We hope you will join us on November 18, 2026!
 
Questions? Please contact mnsankar@stanford.edu for additional information.
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