June 20, 2023 – June 25, 2023 New Orleans, Louisiana
CE: Approximately 34 CH of CE credit
AANP accreditation review to designate CH is underway.
Join the American Association of Nurse Practitioners® (AANP) at the Ernest N. Morial Convention Center in New Orleans for the largest nurse practitioner (NP) event of the year! Attend for a week filled with continuing education (CE), exclusive keynote speakers, legislative and policy updates, hands-on workshops, lively exhibitors and unparalleled collegial networking opportunities. With a focus on "Restoring, Recharging and Renewing the Nurse Practitioner Community," this conference offers something for every NP. By registering for the in-person conference, you will also receive access to the 80-session 2023 AANP National Conference on-demand package — at no extra charge — extending your learning opportunity through Aug. 3!
Why Attend the 2023 AANP National Conference?
AANP empowers all NPs to advance accessible, person-centered, equitable, high-quality health care for diverse communities through practice, education, advocacy, research and leadership. Through the annual national conference, AANP will:
AANP members enjoy significant savings on conference registration.
Member Type | Fees Received by May 4 | Fees Received After May 4 |
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NP Member | $595 | $645 |
Student Member | $125 | $175 |
Licensed NP Student Member | $515 | $565 |
Career Starter Member | $370 | $420 |
Retired Member | $370 | $420 |
Associate Member | $595 | $645 |
Non-member | $795 | $845 |
Member Type | Fees Received by May 4 | Fees Received After May 4 |
---|---|---|
NP Member | $360 | $410 |
Student Member | $125 | $175 |
Licensed NP Student Member | $320 | $370 |
Career Starter Member | $245 | $295 |
Retired Member | $245 | $295 |
Associate Member | $360 | $410 |
Non-member | $520 | $570 |
Cash will not be accepted for on-site registration.
Cancellation and registration policies may be found on the Terms and Policies tab. If you have a question about registration, please contact AANP.
Questions: Visit the AANP Help Center.
Phone: 512-442-4262
10 a.m.-6 p.m. ET, Monday through Friday, excluding holidays.
Fax: 512-442-6469
Mail: American Association of Nurse Practitioners
P.O. Box 12846
Austin, TX 78711
AANP is pleased to present more than 330 sessions and workshops at the in-person 2023 AANP National Conference, available Tuesday, June 20, through Sunday, June 25.
In addition, dozens of sessions from the in-person conference will be made available on demand. If you register for the in-person conference package, you can access the full on-demand package at no extra charge!
The program is under review by AANP to determine CE and pharmacology credit. Up to 34 contact hours of CE will be offered (includes one session for each time slot Tuesday through Sunday).
The link to access presentation handouts will be emailed to all conference registrants by early June 2023. Registrants are encouraged to print the materials or store them on an electronic device prior to attending sessions. In addition, all handouts can be viewed using the AANP Mobile App, available for iOS and Android devices.
Visit the Exhibit Hall for poster presentations featuring the latest evidence in the field. A detailed schedule with information on individual poster presentations will be available in the 2023 AANP National Conference Guide.
Presentation Schedule
Thursday, June 22 | 3-4:30 p.m. |
Friday, June 23 | 1-2:30 p.m. |
Saturday, June 24 | 10:30-11:45 a.m. |
“I think the conference allows you to network with your colleagues, get CE that you need for continuing education, meet different vendors and learn about the latest updates on clinical practice and guidelines. So it's definitely worthwhile.”
- Rosalyn M., Wisconsin, Member since 2008
The cost of industry-supported and sponsored (IS) events with food service presented at the 2023 AANP National Conference is not included in the conference registration fees. Non-CE product theaters are funded entirely by the supporting or sponsoring company, allowing AANP to offer some conference registrants complimentary access to a limited number of non-CE educational presentations. Due to their educational focus and guideline requirements, attendance is restricted to only conference registrants. To expedite the admittance of attendees into these events, registration will occur on-site at the entrance of each scheduled event on a first-come, first-served basis. There is no pre-registration.
Make plans to visit the Exhibit Hall and explore the many resources offered:
In addition to more than 330 CE sessions, the 2023 AANP National Conference also offers skill-enhancing workshops for hands-on learning opportunities and in-depth discussion on a variety of topics. Workshops are subject to an additional fee. Workshop attendees must also register for the corresponding conference days.
Advanced Suturing and Digital Blocks | $135 |
CMV Medical Examiner Training: Parts 1 and 2 | $135 |
Fundamental Critical Care Support Course (FCCS) | $225 |
Introduction to Bedside Ultrasound | $135 |
Introduction to Critical Care Ultrasound | $135 |
Key Phrases in Spanish for the Busy Nurse Practitioner | $50 |
Musculoskeletal Assessment in Common Orth Conditions | $135 |
Office Gynecology Procedures | $135 |
Basic Suturing: Sew Inclined | $135 |
Skin Biopsy and Cryotherapy for Primary Care | $135 |
Urgent Care Procedure Skills | $135 |
Women's Sexual Health: Parts 1 and 2 | $135 |
Additional workshops are available within the registration portal.
Intermediate Medical Spanish for Health Care Providers | $50 |
Urgent Care Procedure Skills | $135 |
Basic Suturing: Sew Inclined | $135 |
Become a Pro: A Musculoskeletal Injection Toolkit | $135 |
Aromatherapy: Introduction for Clinical Use | $135 |
Become a Pro: A Musculoskeletal Injection Toolkit | $135 |
Pediatric Orthopedics: Practical Knowledge and Application | $135 |
Basic to Advanced Emergency HEENT Procedures | $135 |
Extremity Fractures: Basic Splinting | $135 |
Take your practice to new heights with insights from retired NASA astronaut, rocket scientist and electrical engineer Joan Higginbotham. As the third African American woman to travel into space, Higginbotham is a trailblazer whose 20-year career at NASA included participating in 53 space shuttle launches, contributing to the construction of the International Space Station and logging more than 300 hours in space. With executive-level experience at the intersection of science, innovation and technology, Higginbotham has received countless honors, including the National Space Medal, the Adler Planetarium Women in Space Award and the NASA Exceptional Service Medal. She was named one of Savoy Magazine’s Top Influential Women in Corporate America and one of Essence Magazine’s Top 50 Women.
During her keynote address, Higginbotham will inspire you to seize new opportunities, build resilience and thrive in high-pressure environments. She will provide valuable insights on ways to work well with diverse teams and innovate to meet emerging needs. By sharing her powerful experience overcoming barriers, Higginbotham will reveal the key to elevating your personal career and advancing the NP role.
The following provides a broad overview of the conference week schedule. Your personal session selections (to fill in the Concurrent Presentations time blocks) can be added.
4-7 p.m. | Registration Open |
4-7 p.m. | Speaker Ready Room Available |
6:30 a.m.-6:30 p.m. | Registration Open |
6:30 a.m.-6:30 p.m. | Speaker Ready Room Available |
7:30 a.m.-12 p.m. | Seminars and Workshops |
1-5:30 p.m. | Workshops |
1:30-5 p.m. | Concurrent Presentations |
5:30-7 p.m. | Welcome Reception |
6 a.m.-5:30 p.m. | Registration Open |
6 a.m.-5:30 p.m. | Speaker Ready Room Available |
8:15-9:30 a.m. | Opening General Session |
9:45 a.m.-12 p.m. | Concurrent Presentations |
11 a.m.-2 p.m. | Uniformed Corps Chief Updates |
12-1:15 p.m. | Lunch Non-CE Product Theaters |
1:30-5 p.m. | Concurrent Presentations |
1:30-5:30 p.m. | Seminars and Workshops |
5:15-6:30 p.m. | Dinner Non-CE Product Theaters |
5:15-6:45 p.m. | Uniformed Military Services Branch Meetings |
6:30 a.m.-6:15 p.m. | Registration Open |
6:30 a.m.-6:15 p.m. | Speaker Ready Room Available |
6:30-7:45 a.m. | Breakfast Non-CE Product Theaters |
8-11:30 a.m. | Concurrent Presentations |
8 a.m.-12 p.m. | Seminars and Workshops |
11:45 a.m.-1 p.m. | Lunch Non-CE Product Theaters |
1:15-2:15 p.m. | Concurrent Presentations |
2:30-6 p.m. | Exhibit Hall Open Unopposed time: 2:30-4:30 p.m. |
3-4:30 p.m. | Attended NP Posters: Group One |
4:45-5:45 p.m. | Concurrent Presentations |
6-10 p.m. | Fellows Induction Ceremony and Reception Admission to the Reception Dinner is by invitation only. |
6:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m. | Registration Open |
6:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m. | Speaker Ready Room Available |
6:30-7:45 a.m. | Breakfast Non-CE Product Theaters |
8-9 a.m. | Concurrent Presentations |
9:15-10:15 a.m. | General Session: Legislative Policy Update |
10:30-11:30 a.m. | Concurrent Presentations |
10 a.m.-4:30 p.m. | Exhibit Hall Open Unopposed Time: 1-2:30 p.m. |
11:45 a.m.-1 p.m. | Lunch Non-CE Product Theaters |
1-2:30 p.m. | Attended NP Posters: Group Two |
1:30-5:30 p.m. | Seminars and Workshops |
2:30-4:45 p.m. | Concurrent Presentations |
5-6 p.m. | Salute to the State Awards Ceremony |
5-6:15 p.m. | Dinner Non-CE Product Theaters |
6-7 p.m. | Salute to the States Reception for Awardees |
6:30 a.m.-5 p.m. | Registration Open |
6:30 a.m.-5 p.m. | Speaker Ready Room Available |
6:30-7:45 a.m. | Breakfast Non-CE Product Theaters |
8-10:15 a.m. | Concurrent Presentations |
8 a.m.-12 p.m. | Seminars and Workshops |
10:15 a.m.-1:30 p.m. | Exhibit Hall Open Unopposed Time: 10:15-11:45 a.m. |
10:30-11:45 a.m. | Attended NP Posters: Group Three |
11:45 a.m.-1 p.m. | Lunch Non-CE Product Theaters |
1:15-3:30 p.m. | Concurrent Presentations |
3:45-4:45 p.m. | General Session |
5-6:15 p.m. | Dinner Non-CE Product Theaters (Tentative) |
7:30 a.m.-12 p.m. | Registration Open |
7:30-10:30 a.m. | Speaker Ready Room Available |
8-11:30 a.m. | Concurrent Presentations |
“Coming to the conference, we get to meet people from all over the country and even the world — making those connections, hearing what other practitioners are doing ... and being successful at it, that helps to encourage you.”
- Sherri G., TX, Member since 1999
If you are planning on attending the conference and have not secured a hotel reservation, search for hotel availability via our trusted partner aRes Travel. The rates are not AANP's negotiated hotel rates since housing is now closed.
You may book online or call 1-877-300-6147 for Live Assistance
aRes Travel is a third-party travel planner. Rates, deposits, and cancellation policies may vary and are the responsibility of the guest. Questions on hotel policies or payments made on aRes website should be directed to the aRes Reservation Center or to the hotel directly.
Beware of third-party room poachers misrepresenting themselves as travel agents.
The AANP Housing Center is available to answer questions from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, excluding holidays.
Please use the contact form to submit your inquiry or call 864-699-0731 for assistance.
A timeless city with a unique way of life, New Orleans offers exciting nightlife, vibrant live music and distinctive cuisine, inspired by its French, African and American roots. From the moment you arrive, the city will indulge your senses and enchant your heart.
While attending the 2023 AANP National Conference at the Ernest N. Morial Convention Center, AANP invites you to explore New Orleans, visit its cultural attractions and celebrate everything that makes the Big Easy one of America’s most unique, authentic and enthralling destinations.
Whether this is your first time in New Orleans or you’re a frequent guest, the city’s infectious spirit is sure to inspire you. Make the most of your national conference experience by planning ahead and scheduling one or more adventures with your colleagues.
The AANP app is the best way to have the full conference schedule, your personal schedule of sessions, speaker details, handouts, events, information and so much more right at your fingertips.
Following AANP on social media is a great way to connect with other NPs and industry professionals, to stay current with the latest health care news and to receive conference announcements!
Connect with AANP today on:
Be sure to join the conference conversation and share clinical pearls from the sessions you attend by using the official #AANP23 hashtag.
Receipts, notifications and updates from AANP are communicated via email. Please verify that aanp@aanp.org is in your email contact list so you never miss an important announcement.
If you are not currently receiving communications from AANP, please visit the AANP Help Center to get in contact with a member of our team.
Bridge House/Grace House provides gender-sensitive treatment to people who have become dependent on alcohol or drugs to help them lead sober and productive lives. Long-term residential services are offered — regardless of one’s ability to pay — in an atmosphere that promotes dignity, honor and respect. They accept monetary donations and new or gently used items for their thrift stores, including clothing, kitchen items, decorative or household items and furniture. Learn more.
AANP will provide collection bins within the conference venue to collect your new or gently used donations for Bridge House/Grace House. Thank you for supporting this AANP Special Initiative.
AANP appreciates your dedication in planning and providing advisement on this conference schedule.
Sophia Thomas, DNP, APRN, FNP-BC, PPCNP-BC, FNAP, FAANP (Chair)
Jessica Peck, DNP, APRN, CPNP-PC, CNE, CNL, FAANP, FAAN (Board Liaison)
James L. Dickens, CAPT (retired), DNP, FAANP, FAAN
Allison Dimsdale, DNP, NP-C, AACC, FAANP
Sheryl Mitchell, DNP, APRN, FNP-BC, ACNP-BC, FAANP
Monica Nandwani, DNP, RN, FNP-BC
Laura Searcy, MN, APRN, PPCNP-BC, FAANP
Doug Smith, DNP, APRN, ACNP-BC, CCRN, CNRN, SCRN, FCCM
Paula Tucker, DNP, FNP-BC, ENP-C, FAANP
Colleen Walsh-Irwin, DNP, RN, ANP-BC, AACC, EBP-C, FAANP
AANP reserves the right to change information on this webpage without advance notice.
To reduce the risk of infectious disease transmission, AANP will follow the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and local guidelines or regulations in place at the time of the event.
Cancellation and Refunds
All cancellation requests must be submitted to AANP no later than 11:59 p.m. ET on Monday, May 8, 2023. No refunds will be granted after this date. A refund will then be issued minus a $75 administrative fee or a $25 administrative fee for student registrations (entry-level student members only).
No Shows
If you do not cancel in writing by 11:59 p.m. ET on May 8, and you do not attend, no refund will be granted.
Housing Cancellations
If you cancel your conference registration, remember to cancel your housing reservation within the AANP housing block. AANP reserves the right to remove any housing reservations that are not supported by a conference registration.
Hotel Policies
Policies are hotel specific. Please view the housing tab on this webpage for policies specific to deposits, early departure fees and cancellations.
Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA)
The Ernest N. Morial Convention Center complies with the requirements specified by the ADA. AANP is responsible for all non-permanent accessibility requirements.
If you have any questions or require special accommodations or auxiliary aid related to a disability for your conference attendance, please notify AANP via the AANP Help Center or 512-442-4262 no later than Monday, May 16.
Animals
Live animals are prohibited within the Ernest N. Morial Convention Center, other than animal(s) that serve a guide or service function as defined by the ADA. The ADA defines service animals as dogs that are individually trained to do work or perform tasks for people with disabilities.
Firearms and Weapons
Firearms and weapons are prohibited at the 2023 AANP National Conference.
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Children
Children, including infants, under the age of 16 are not allowed in conference sessions or the Exhibit Hall due to safety concerns, audio recording and maintaining an appropriate learning environment.
Child Care
AANP does not arrange or provide child care services during the national conference. The Orange County Convention Center does not offer child care services.
Conference Attire
Attire is business casual. The Ernest N. Morial Convention Center strives to keep rooms at a comfortable temperature, but layered clothing is strongly suggested. Comfortable shoes are highly recommended.
On-Site Payment
Payment at AANP events must be made with a check or credit card. Cash payment will only be accepted on-site for AANP PAC donations.
Smoking
Smoking is prohibited in the Ernest N. Morial Convention Center. This includes traditional cigarettes, cigars, vaping devices and e-cigarettes.
Standing and Sitting in Classrooms
Sitting in chairs is required in classrooms for the majority of presentations due to Fire Marshal regulations. Sitting on floors is not permitted. Standing is very limited and not allowed unless there is a hands-on or networking portion of the session, or you have a medical or health condition. Please kindly inform the classroom assistant(s) if you have a medical or health condition and need to stand during part of a session.
AANP, the national organization representing the interests of more than 385,000 NPs, invites you to attend the 2023 AANP National Conference! View the Industry Prospectus and the Industry Sponsored Non-CE Product Theater Prospectus to learn more about exhibit and sponsorship options for this conference.
Don’t miss the opportunity to connect with this growing, influential, professional group of health care providers.
The conference is being held in New Orleans June 20-25. Access to the on-demand conference sessions will be available June 28-Aug. 3.
The Ernest N. Morial Convention Center (MCCNO) is located at 400 Calliope Street in New Orleans. Ample parking is available on-site for a daily fee. Follow the signs to enter the convention center parking lots from Calliope Street riverbound. Overnight parking is prohibited. ADA-accessible parking is available. Email parking@MCCNO.com if you have specific needs.
View the shuttle map and schedule online. To obtain the most current shuttle information, please refer to signs posted at the MCCNO and hotels within the AANP Housing Block.
Check-in is on the first floor of the MCCNO. Registration and check-in are located to the right of the shuttle entrance in Hall G Lobby. The hours of operation are listed below:
Monday, June 19 |
4-7 p.m. |
Tuesday, June 20 |
6:30 a.m.-6:30 p.m. |
Wednesday, June 21 |
6 a.m.-5:30 p.m. |
Thursday, June 22 |
6:30 a.m.-6:15 p.m. |
Friday, June 23 |
6:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m. |
Saturday, June 24 |
6:30 a.m.-5 p.m. |
Sunday, June 25 |
7:30 a.m.-12 p.m. |
Kiosks are available for convenient self-check in. At the kiosk, simply type your name in and follow the prompts. Staff will be available to assist you, if needed.
Your badge will be printed along with your conference schedule (if you pre-selected your sessions), and the speaker ticket to exchange for your badge holder and conference bag.
Guest badges can be purchased for $50 at the on-site registration and help desk on the first floor in Hall G Lobby of the MCCNO near the self-check in and badge pick-up area.
Visit national.aanp.org or download the AANP Mobile App at mobile.aanp.org to view your conference schedule.
An attendee can earn up to 34 CH of CE during the in-person conference by selecting one session for each available time slot throughout the week. Additional CE may be earned via the on-demand conference platform.
To receive credit for CE earned at the conference in New Orleans, fill out the short, electronic evaluation for each session you attend, along with the general conference evaluation by using the AANP Mobile App or by visiting eval.aanp.org. Evaluations open 15 minutes prior to the scheduled end time of a session. Once evaluations are complete, your CE certificates will be available in your CE Tracker within the AANP CE Center. You have six months from the last day of the conference to complete your evaluations and claim CE credit for the live sessions. Evaluations must be completed within that six-month time frame.
On-Demand Sessions
To receive credit for CE earned on-demand, you must complete the post-test for each session you attend before the conference platform closes on Aug. 3.
Session changes can only be made through the AANP Mobile App.
You can check the schedule and locations of sessions in the guide you will receive at check in or on the AANP Mobile App. Maps are also available in the guide and mobile app. Signage is posted on-site to help you navigate the conference venue.
Make plans to visit the Exhibit Hall to explore new products, services and trends in health care. A number of booths will be available from a variety of health care organizations and health tech companies.
The Exhibit Hall will be open during the following days and times: |
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Thursday, June 22 |
2:30 p.m.-6 p.m. |
Friday, June 23 |
10 a.m.-4:30 p.m. |
Saturday, June 24 |
10:15 a.m.-1:30 p.m. |
The 2023 AANP National Conference handouts are now available online. You are encouraged to print the materials or store them on an electronic device prior to attending sessions. In addition, all handouts can be viewed using the AANP Mobile App.
To reduce the risk of infectious disease transmission, AANP will follow the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and local guidelines or regulations in place at the time of the event.
Payment at AANP events must be made with a check or credit card. Cash payment will only be accepted on-site for AANP PAC donations.
Unfortunately, the deadline to cancel your registration has passed. However, with the in-person conference package, you receive complimentary access to the on-demand portion and any conference sessions selected for inclusion within the AANP CE Center.
The on-demand portion of the 2023 AANP National Conference will be available June 28-Aug. 3.
Registration closes on July 27at 11:59 p.m. ET (10:59 p.m. CT).
A receipt will be emailed to you after you complete your registration. When the on-demand conference officially opens on June 28, you will receive an email with instructions, including information on how to log in, how to access the online platform and other pertinent information.
On-demand sessions will be available for 35 days. Access them at your convenience from June 28 to Aug. 3. To claim CE credit for on-demand sessions, complete the post-test for each session you attend by Aug. 3.