Keynote: How Leaders Drive Positive Change
Wally Schmader, Founder, The Leader Lab
Alcohol Use Disorder: Recognition, Detoxification, and Recovery Support Across the Continuum of Care
Omari Peterkin, M.Ed., PMHNP; Veronica Osborne and Rikkileigh Monarque, Peer Recovery Specialists
Septic Arthrosis of the Knee
Christopher Schultz, PA-C
Migraine Treatment/Evaluation
Jennifer Campbell, MSN, APRN, A-G NP
POCUS/Regional Pain Service
Richard Slama, M.D.
Anatomy of the CBC
Nicholas M. Drake, M.D.
Pulmonary Hypertension
Oladunni Enilari, M.D.
Urinary Incontinence in Women: Evaluation and Treatment
Matthew Tompkins, M.D.
The Evaluation and Management of Hypercalcemia and Hypocalcemia
Silya Mazigh, M.D.
Lipid Management
Joseph Adinaro, M.D.
GLP-1 Receptor Agonists
Parin Patel, M.D., FACOG, DABOM, PMH-C
Conference Overview
Riverside's 15th Annual APP Conference brings together expert clinicians and thought leaders for a day of learning, innovation, and professional development. A featured highlight of the conference is keynote speaker Wally Schmader, national leadership expert and co-owner of The Leader Lab, who will challenge attendees to elevate their influence, communication skills, and ability to lead change in today's complex healthcare environment. Complementing this leadership-focused session are evidence-based presentations and specialty-specific breakout tracks addressing some of the most relevant topics in contemporary practice, from alcohol use disorder and chronic pain management to cardiovascular risk reduction, women's health, pulmonary hypertension, and emerging therapies. Attendees will leave with practical strategies to strengthen patient care, expand clinical knowledge, and grow as healthcare leaders.The conference is open to all Advanced Practice Providers and Advanced Practice Provider Students.
REGISTER ONLINE by JANUARY 18, 2027
Register before January 1, 2027, and you’ll be entered in a raffle for a chance to win a special prize!
- Riverside NP/CNM/PA $50
- Non-Riverside NP/CNM/PA $125
- NP/CNM/PA Students $40
Payment types accepted: Credit Card or Check
A nominal convenience fee is added to credit card payments.
Mail-in payments should be sent to:
Mail-in payment address
Riverside Medical Group Administration
Attn: Michelle Warren, APP Conference
856 J. Clyde Morris, Blvd. Ste. A
Newport News, VA 23601
Check payable to: Riverside Physician Services
Memo: APP Conference
Refunds are available until January 11, 2027, less a $15 administrative fee. No refunds will be processed after this date.
Book your group rate for Riverside APP Conference — $129/night until Jan. 10, 2027, or call 866-329-1758 and ask for “Riverside APP Conference” group block.
Accreditation Statement: CME/CNE jointly provided by UVA Health and Riverside Health. Conference is approved for 6.0 CME.
Financial Support: This educational activity is supported by Riverside Health and Riverside Medical Group. Disclosure of faculty and commercial relationships will be made at the activity.
Target Audience: All Advanced Practice Providers and students enrolled in an advanced practice provider curriculum.
Nursing Contact Hours: Nursing contact hours/pharmacology credit: pending approval from Riverside Health
Hosted by: Riverside Health
Committee
Riverside Medical Group Advanced Practice Provider Conference Planning Committee
Conference Chairpersons:
Sarah Halvorsen, FNP-BC, ENP-BC (Chairperson)
Tammy Hedspeth, FNP-BC (Exhibitor Coordinator)
Terry Thompson, ACNP-BC, FHM (CME Coordinator)
Committee Members:
Sarah Aledia, AGACNP-BC
Hannah Dun, FNP-BC
Brittany Fields, PA-C
Latosha Foster, FNP (Community Outreach Coordinator)
Jatifha Harris, ACNPC-AG, CCRN, SCRN
Julie Lear, ACNPC-AG, AGPCNP-C
Amberly Levan, FNP-C
Kelli MacAdam, DNP, CNM
Vince Mertz, DNP, FNP-C, PMHNP
Lindsay Otis, FNP-C
Omari Peterkin, PMHNP
Ashlea Robertson, FNP-C (Exhibitor Coordinator)
Carla Rothmann, FNP-BC (Community Outreach Coordinator)
Tiffany Schaefer, PA-C (Poster / Exhibitor Coordinator)
Nehemiah Thrash, M.D.
Katie Valdivieso, AGACNP
Meenal Walia, PA-C (Poster Coordinator)
The Riverside Medical Group APP Committee invites our conference participants to “GIVE BACK” to our communities.
The Riverside Simulation Training Lab, dedicated in memory of Dr. Brandon D. Rogers, is the culmination of a three-year collaborative effort among the Rogers Family, Community Donors, Riverside Medical Staff, and the Riverside Foundation. This 8,400 square-foot facility outfitted with specialized clinical areas and a procedural suite is designed to emulate the clinical environment and provide a safe place for medical staff/providers to develop, learn and practice skills to ultimately improve patient care.
For more information, visit Riverside Simulation Training Lab >
To make a donation online, please visit the Riverside Foundation Medical Simulation Fund >
