19th International Conference Neonatal & Childhood Pulmonary Vascular Disease

1. Utilize treatment delivery systems effectively based on past, current, and future therapeutics for neonatal and childhood pulmonary vascular disease
2. Apply new knowledge of the developmental vascular biology of neonatal pulmonary vascular disease to increase early detection of the pathology in infants
3. Understand the latest clinical and basic science updates of pulmonary vascular disease
4. Facilitate diagnosis and treatment choices using genetic testing

Course Number: MPD26002

An account in the UCSF CE Portal is required to register. Click SIGN IN in the menu bar and enter your email address or UCSF MyAccess credentials to complete your profile and continue with registration. Your profile must include your degree and profession to be able to claim credit.

Registration will close on 03/17/2026 at noon Pacific Time.  

Additional Fees or Information:

Registration fees includes access to the course and course materials, continuing education credits, continental breakfast and breaks.

Pre-course instructions and online syllabus will be shared with registrants 1 week prior to the course, through the CloudCME platform. 

All registrants claiming the PPHNet discount will be verified.

In support of improving patient care, the University of California, San Francisco Office of CME is jointly accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE), and the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), to provide continuing education for the healthcare team.

ANCC Credit: UCSF Office of CME designates this Activity for a maximum of 23.00 ANCC contact hours.

ACCME Credit: UCSF Office of CME designates this live Activity for a maximum of 23.00 AMA PRA Category 1™ Credit(s).

Advance Practice Registered Nurses and Registered Nurses: For the purpose of recertification, the American Nurses Credentialing Center accepts AMA PRA Category 1 Credit^TM issued by organizations accredited by the ACCME.

Physician Assistants: The National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA) states that the AMA PRA Category 1 Credit^TM are acceptable for continuing medical education requirements for recertification.

California Pharmacists: The California Board of Pharmacy accepts as continuing professional education those courses that meet the standard of relevance to pharmacy practice and have been approved for AMA PRA category 1 Credit^TM. If you are a pharmacist in another state, you should check with your state board for approval of this credit.

California Psychologists: The California Board of Psychology recognizes and accepts for continuing education credit courses that are provided by entities approved by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME). AMA PRA Category 1 Credit^TM is acceptable to meeting the CE requirements for the California Board of Psychology. Providers in other states should check with their state boards for acceptance of CME credit.

Cancellation Policy
Cancellations received in writing at least 30 days before the conference start date will receive a refund of registration fees minus a [10%] administrative fee. Requests received between 30 days and 14 days before the start date will receive a 50% refund. No refunds will be issued within 14 days of the start date. Please send cancellation requests through our Refund Request form.
 
UCSF Office of CME reserves the right to cancel or postpone this program if necessary; in the event of cancellation, course fees will be fully refunded. We are not responsible for other costs incurred, such as non-refundable airline tickets, hotel penalties, or other related personal expenses.

Accessibility Statement
The University of California, San Francisco welcomes everyone, including people with disabilities to our events. We are committed to ensuring that our programs, services, goods, and facilities are accessible to individuals with disabilities as specified under Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Americans with Disabilities Amendments Act of 2008. If you require accommodation for a disability in order to fully participate in this event please let us know during registration, or submit a learner support ticket with as much advance notice as possible and at least 7-10 days in advance of the event.

UCSF Land Acknowledgment Statement
We would like to acknowledge the Ramaytush Ohlone people, who are the traditional custodians of this land. We pay our respects to the Ramaytush Ohlone elders, past, present, and future, who call this place, the land that UCSF sits upon, their home. We are proud to continue their tradition of coming together and growing as a community. We thank the Ramaytush Ohlone community for their stewardship and support, and we look forward to strengthening our ties as we continue our relationship of mutual respect and understanding.

For more information, visit https://opportunity.ucsf.edu/initiatives/ucsf-land-acknowledgment.

Location for On Site Learning

Experience the 19th International Conference on Neonatal & Childhood Pulmonary Vascular Disease in style at the luxurious Hyatt SOMA San Francisco. Nestled in the heart of the city, this modern, sophisticated hotel offers world-class amenities and unparalleled convenience for conference attendees. Enjoy elegant accommodations, state-of-the-art meeting spaces, and exceptional dining options, all designed to enhance your visit.

We’ve secured a special discounted group rate at the conference hotel for our attendees. Be sure to book your room early—reservations must be made by the cut-off date or before the block is sold out. After the cut-off date, or if the room block sells out, rooms will be subject to availability and the group rate cannot be guaranteed. 

Hyatt Regency San Francisco Downtown SOMA

50 Third Street, San Francisco, CA 94103

Hotel Phone Number: +1 415-974-6400 or +1 800-424-8292

Link to hotel website

Room rate: $189/night + tax ($224/night inclusive)

Cutoff Date: February 25, 2026

Reserve your room online here

Why choose the Hyatt SOMA?

• Cost: Stay at the host hotel to enjoy exclusive discounted rates and help UCSF meet its contractual obligations, ensuring registration fees remain affordable for all attendees.

• Prime Location: Situated in the heart of San Francisco, the Hyatt SOMA offers easy access to iconic attractions like Yerba Buena Gardens, the Museum of Modern Art, and more.

• Modern Luxury: Enjoy sleek, contemporary accommodations designed for comfort and relaxation after a day of learning and networking.

• Exceptional Amenities: From world-class dining options to state-of-the-art fitness facilities, the hotel ensures a premium experience for every guest.

• Convenient Conference Spaces: Cutting-edge meeting venues tailored to foster collaboration and innovation.

• Vibrant Surroundings: Explore nearby shopping, arts, and entertainment districts for a well-rounded San Francisco adventure!

Location Information:

The Hyatt SOMA’s prime location puts you steps away from San Francisco’s vibrant neighborhoods, iconic attractions, and cultural landmarks. Whether you’re unwinding after a full day of sessions or exploring the city, the Hyatt SOMA ensures your stay is as memorable as the event itself.

In SoMa, San Francisco’s arts district, the city’s cutting-edge creative scene is alive and well. Here, California’s contemporary art museums sit shoulder to shoulder with the renowned Yerba Buena Center for the Arts, SF Museum of Modern Art (SFMOMA), fine dining restaurants and artisanal coffee shops. Located on the south of Market Street, Hyatt Regency San Francisco Downtown SoMa is a sophisticated destination hotel close to Salesforce Tower, the Moscone Center and some of the city’s most innovative and stimulating sights.

Discover the magic of San Francisco, a city bursting with iconic landmarks and vibrant culture. Explore the Golden Gate Bridge, Alcatraz Island, and Fisherman’s Wharf. Stroll through charming neighborhoods like Chinatown and Haight-Ashbury, or ride a historic cable car. With world-class dining, stunning views, and rich history, San Francisco offers unforgettable experiences!

Air Travel

United Airlines

We are pleased to partner with United Airlines® for travel to our upcoming event.

• To make flight reservations online please enter discount code ZRMC505963

• MileagePlus® members earn miles for their travel when using the United Meetings? discount code.

You may also call United Meetings Reservation Desk from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. CT, Monday–Friday (closed for major U.S. holidays) at (800) 426-1122 for booking assistance or visit united.com/meetingtravel and enter the code above.

Booking fees are waived for United Meeting reservations.
International customers may contact their local United Reservation Desk.

Welcome to the UCSF Office of Continuing Medical Education Faculty Portal.

Please complete the tasks assigned below as soon as possible so planning can continue. Note that failure to disclose financial relationships will prohibit your participation in a UCSF Continuing Education activity. Some additional tasks must also be completed by the indicated deadline to ensure appropriate planning and delivery of the activity occurs in a timely manner.

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Mitigation of Relevant Financial Relationships

This UCSF continuing education activity was planned and developed to: uphold academic standards to ensure balance, independence, objectivity, and scientific rigor; adhere to requirements to protect health information under the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA); and, include a mechanism to inform learners when unapproved or unlabeled uses of therapeutic products or agents are discussed or referenced.

UCSF adheres to the ACCME’s Standards for Integrity and Independence in Accredited Continuing Education. Any individuals in a position to control the content of a CE activity, including content planners, reviewers, authors, presenters, moderators, panelists, or others are required to disclose all financial relationships with ineligible entities. All relevant financial relationships have been mitigated prior to the commencement of the activity.

Member Information

Role in activity

Nature of Relationship(s) / Name of Ineligible Company(s)

Rob Corbett, CM
Conference Manager
UCSF

Activity Administrator

Nothing to disclose

Steven Abman, MD, Professor
Dr.
University of Colorado School of Medicine

Faculty

Advisor-Chiesi

Manish Aggarwal, MD
Washington University School of Medicine

Faculty

Nothing to disclose

Denise Al Alam, PhD
Associate Professor
Lundquist Institute/Harbor UCLA

Faculty

Nothing to disclose

Cristina Alvira, MD

Faculty

Elena Amin, MD
UCSF

Faculty

Grant or research support-HeartPoint Global

Eric Austin, MD
Vanderbilt University Medical Center

Faculty

Catherine Avitabile, MD

Faculty

Esther K Bae, PharmD
Dr.
Children's Hospital Colorado

Faculty

Nothing to disclose

Rolf Berger, MD, PhD
Prof
University Medical Center Groningen
Netherlands

Faculty

Erika Berman Rosenzweig, MD

Faculty

Jason Boehme, MD
UCSF

Faculty

Anna Brown, APRN
Vanderbilt University

Faculty

Andrew Choi

Faculty

Ryan Coleman, MD

Faculty

Elizabeth Colglazier, NP
UCSF Health

Faculty

Michael W. Cookson, MD
Assistant Professor
University of Colorado | Childrens Hospital Colorado

Faculty

Nothing to disclose

Paul Critser, MD

Faculty

Vinicio de Jesus Perez, MD, Associate Dean of MD Admissions and Professor of Medicine
Professor of Medicine
Stanford University

Faculty

Maria Jesus del Cerro Marin , MD, pediatric cardiologíst
Md, PhD
RAMON Y CAJAL UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL
Spain

Faculty

Independent Contractor (included contracted research)-Liquida (Relationship has ended)

Pirooz Eghtesady, MD
Professor and Emerson Chair, Department of Surgery,,Chief, Pediatric Cardiac Surgery
Washington University in St. Louis

Faculty

Nothing to disclose

Benjamin Frank, MD
University of Colorado

Faculty

Nothing to disclose

David Frank, MD, PhD
Dr.
Children’s Hospitslif Philadelphia

Faculty

Nothing to disclose

Bryan Goldstein, MD
UPMC Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh

Faculty

Membership on Advisory Committees or Review Panels, Board Membership, etc.-Medtronic (Any division)|Membership on Advisory Committees or Review Panels, Board Membership, etc.-W. L. Gore & Associates, Inc.|Membership on Advisory Committees or Review Panels, Board Membership, etc.-Mezzion Pharmaceuticals|Consulting Fee-PECA Labs

Kari Hedin
Parent

Faculty

Russel Hirsch, MD
University of Cape Town

Faculty

Rachel K Hopper, MD
Clinical Professor
Stanford University School of Medicine

Faculty

Nothing to disclose

Dunbar Ivy, MD
Professor
University of Colorado

Faculty

Consulting Fee-Janssen (Any division)|Consulting Fee-Merck (Any division)

Emma O Jackson, NP
Seattle Children's Hospital

Faculty

Nothing to disclose

Sudarshan R. Jadcherla, MD
The Research Institute at Nationwide Children's Hospital

Faculty

Nothing to disclose

Erik A Jensen, MD
Stanford University School of Medicine

Faculty

Nothing to disclose

Henri Justino, MD

Faculty

Usama Kanaan, MD
Emory University School of Medicine

Faculty

Nothing to disclose

Roberta Keller, MD
Professor
UCSF

Faculty

Nothing to disclose

James RF Klinger, MD, FCCP, ATSF
Dr
Brown University Health

Faculty

Nothing to disclose

Usha S Krishnan, MD, Professor
Dr
Columbia University

Faculty

Nothing to disclose

Michael Lee, MD

Faculty

Melissa Magness, APRN
Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center

Faculty

Nothing to disclose

Mjaye Mazwi, MD, MD
Division Head, Cardiac Critical Care, Co-Executive Director, Heart Center
Seattle Childrens/University of Washington

Faculty

Nothing to disclose

Elizabeth McGinn, MD

Faculty

Shahin Moledina, MD

Faculty

Mary Mullen, MD, PhD, FAHA, FACC
Director, Pulmonary Hypertension Service
Boston Children's Hospital

Faculty

Nothing to disclose

Hythem Nawaytou, MD
Dr
UCSF

Faculty

Nothing to disclose

Tymothi Peters, PhD
Director, Office of CME
University of California, San Francisco

Faculty

Nothing to disclose

Shabnam Peyvandi, MD

Faculty

Marlene Rabinovitch, MD
Stanford University

Faculty

Nothing to disclose

Usha Raj, MD
Professor
University of Illinois at Chicago

Faculty

Nothing to disclose

Rohit Rao, MD
Rady Children's Hospital/UCSD

Faculty

Nothing to disclose

Michael Smith, MD
Assistant Professor
University of California, San Francisco

Faculty

Nothing to disclose

Rachel T Sullivan, MD
Asst Professor of Pediatrics
Vanderbilt University Medical Center

Faculty

Nothing to disclose

Bernard Thébaud, MD
Ottawa Hospital Research Institute / Children's Hospital of Eastern Ontario
Canada

Faculty

Nothing to disclose

Stephanie Tsoi, MD
Dr.
University of California, San Francisco

Faculty

Nothing to disclose

Rachel D Vanderlaan, MD, PhD
Hospital for Sick Children
Canada

Faculty

Nothing to disclose

Vamsi V Yarlagadda, MD
Stanford University

Faculty

Nothing to disclose

Delphine Yung, MD
University of Washington

Faculty

Commercial Support

We welcome the support of this activity in the form of an educational grant. UCSF accepts unrestricted educational grants and commercial support for continuing education activities sponsored by UCSF. Funds should be directed to the Office of CME with a fully executed agreement, signed by both a representative of UCSF CME and the funder, outlining uses of the financial support and specifically agreeing to abide to the ACCME’s Standards for Integrity and Independence. Questions concerning financial support should be directed to the Manager of Finance or the Director.

View the full Management of Commercial Support of UCSF CME policy

Download a copy of UCSF’s payment information: UCSF W9

For information about commercial support opportunities, please contact: [email protected] or [email protected]. 

Exhibitors

EXHIBITORS WELCOME!

Please find our exhibitor rates below. Click the 'Exhibit at this Event' button to register.

Term & Conditions

UCSF Office of Continuing Medical Education reserves the right to deny any application. UCSF OCME will acknowledge exhibitor(s) support in course materials as permissible by the ACCME Standards for Integrity and Independence in Accredited Continuing Education.

The exhibitor acknowledges that conducting marketing or promotional activities in any conference area except for their assigned exhibit space is prohibited. Exhibitors/Vendors may not engage in sales, promotional activities, or distribute product-specific advertisements while in the designated location of the CME activity. CME activity space includes, but is not limited to, lecture halls, breakout rooms, and laboratory areas.

Exhibitors and UCSF OCME agree to abide by the ACCME Standards for Integrity and Independence in Accredited CE. Any actions that are not in accordance with the above-stated policies may result in the removal of the exhibiting company and its representatives from the conference site, in which case no refund of exhibit fees will be allowed.

Payment Deadline & Late Fee Policy

Exhibitor payment is due in full 30-days after your application has been accepted (and you have received the countersigned agreement); or two weeks before the course for late registrations. Your placement is determined by the date a countersigned agreement is sent. 

To avoid a $750 late fee and ensure participation, proof of payment (such as a check copy, electronic payment confirmation, or remittance advice) must be submitted by the deadline.

Please note that exhibit placement and promotional benefits are not guaranteed until full payment and proof of payment are received.

Cancellation Policy

There are no refunds for cancellations of exhibit registrations.

Payment must be received prior to the event.

Download a copy of UCSF’s payment information: UCSF W9

For information about commercial support opportunities, please contact: [email protected].