Gerontological Advanced Practice Nurses Association · Honolulu, HI · 2027
PharmaCon27
01 Overview
GAPNA's PharmaCon27 takes place April 6 to 10, 2027, at the Hilton Hawaiian Village Waikiki Beach Resort in Honolulu. The conference is built around pharmacology for nurse practitioners and clinical nurse specialists caring for older adults in primary and specialty settings.
Attendees can earn up to 18 ANCC contact hours, all of which count as pharmacology. Full registration costs $329 for members and $459 for nonmembers through February 9, 2027 (postmark), then $409 and $539; the on-demand package has the same early rates and a one-day in-person pass is $102 or $180. The discounted hotel rate is available through March 4, 2027, and written refund requests are accepted until February 23, 2027.
02 CME / CE credits
| Credit | Amount | System |
|---|---|---|
| ANCC Nursing Contact HoursUp to 18 contact hours, including 18 pharmacology credits | 18 | ANCC |
03 Registration fees
| Attendee | Early | Regular | Virtual | Single Day |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Non-members | $459until Feb 9 | $539 | $459until Feb 9 | $180 |
| Members | $329until Feb 9 | $409 | $329until Feb 9 | $102 |
04 Key deadlines
- Feb 9, 2027
- Early-bird registration — Save $80 when registering by this date
- Mar 4, 2027
- Hotel block cutoff
05 Program highlights
| Session | Day | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Mastering Polypharmacy: Advanced Medication Optimization for Complex Older AdultsCovers: Pharmacology (NP/APRN); Geriatrics / aging | Wed, Apr 7 | — |
| PharmacogenomicsCovers: Pharmacology (NP/APRN) | Wed, Apr 7 | — |
| Chronic Kidney Disease and Pharmacologic ManagementCovers: Pharmacology (NP/APRN) | Wed, Apr 7 | — |
| Symptom Management: Hospice and Palliative CareCovers: End-of-life & palliative care | Wed, Apr 7 | — |
| Pain ManagementCovers: Pain management | Thu, Apr 8 | — |
| Heart Failure and Afib: Treatment Options and Medication Lists to Reduce the Risk of FallsCovers: Pharmacology (NP/APRN) | Thu, Apr 8 | — |
| Overview of Dementia and Pharmacotherapy Guidelines for Alzheimer's Disease TreatmentCovers: Dementia & Alzheimer's care; Pharmacology (NP/APRN) | Thu, Apr 8 | — |
| Antiretroviral Therapy for Older Adults Living with HIVCovers: HIV/AIDS; Geriatrics / aging | Thu, Apr 8 | — |
| Antibiotic Update: Therapy for Common Pulmonary, Urinary, and Skin Infections | Fri, Apr 9 | — |
| Diabetes Management: Tailoring Strategies for SeniorsCovers: Geriatrics / aging | Fri, Apr 9 | — |
| Parkinson’s Disease Diagnosis and Treatment Updates | Fri, Apr 9 | — |
| Treatment and Management of Osteoporosis | Fri, Apr 9 | — |
| Overview of Common Respiratory MedicationsCovers: Pharmacology (NP/APRN) | Sat, Apr 10 | — |
| Psychotropic Stewardship in Older AdultsCovers: Geriatrics / aging | Sat, Apr 10 | — |
| General Practitioner Care of Liver Disease: Metabolic Dysfunction-Associated Steatotic Liver Disease (MASLD) and Cirrhosis Care | Sat, Apr 10 | — |
| Anticoagulation of the Oldest Old: Risk-Benefit Decision-Making in Older Adults Aged 85 and OlderCovers: Geriatrics / aging | Sat, Apr 10 | — |
06 Speakers & faculty 15
- Isabel CasimiroMD, PhDFaculty · The Queen's Health Systems
- Fay GaoMDFaculty · UH Mānoa John A. Burns School of Medicine (JABSOM); The Queen's Health Systems
- Leslie (Lani) HubbardMS, GNP-BC, APRN, ACHPNFaculty · Bristol Hospice Hawai’i
- James IrelandMDFaculty · West Oak Nephrology
- Michael JaffeDO, FFSMBFaculty · Hawai’i Brain and Spine
- Chad KawakamiPharmD, BCPSFaculty · University of Hawai'i at Hilo
- Shari KoganMDFaculty · Queen’s University Medical Group
- Sarah LiaoMSN, AGNP-BCFaculty · Evergreen Health
- Kara LumMDFaculty · Spark M. Matsunaga VA Medical Center
- Kamal MasakiMDFaculty · University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa, John A. Burns School of Medicine
- Jessica NishikawaDNP, APRNFaculty · Hawai’i Pacific University School of Nursing and Straub Benioff Medical Center
- Divya RobertsAPRN, ACHPNFaculty · Bristol Hospice Hawai’i
- Corrie SandersPharmD, BCACP, CPGxFaculty · Huna Health Diagnostics
- Brent TatsunoMD, FCCPFaculty · Queen's University Medical Group
- Christina WangDNP, MPH, APRN-Rx, AGPCNP-C, AAHIVSFaculty · Hawaiʻi Health & Harm Reduction Center
07 Official hotels
- Hilton Hawaiian Village Waikiki Beach Resort · HQ
- Group rate · book by Mar 4, 2027
08 Questions
When is GAPNA PharmaCon 2027?
It takes place Apr 6–10, 2027 in Honolulu, HI.
Where is GAPNA PharmaCon 2027 held?
At Hilton Hawaiian Village Waikiki Beach Resort, Honolulu, HI.
What is on the GAPNA PharmaCon 2027 program?
16 sessions are listed so far. Speakers include Isabel Casimiro, MD, PhD; Fay Gao, MD; Leslie (Lani) Hubbard, MS, GNP-BC, APRN, ACHPN and 12 others.
How much does GAPNA PharmaCon 2027 cost?
Registration starts at $329 and goes up to $539, depending on membership and registration date (official website, checked Nov 1, 2026).
When does early-bird registration end for GAPNA PharmaCon 2027?
Feb 9, 2027 (official website, checked Nov 1, 2026).
Where to stay for GAPNA PharmaCon 2027?
The official hotel block includes Hilton Hawaiian Village Waikiki Beach Resort (headquarters). Book by Mar 4, 2027 to get the group rate.
How many CME/CE credits does GAPNA PharmaCon 2027 offer?
18 ANCC Nursing Contact Hours. Final credit numbers are set by the accredited provider.
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