UVA Health Continuing Education · Charlottesville, VA · 2027
2027 UVA Advanced Practice Conference (APOGEE)
01 Overview
UVA Health's 2027 Advanced Practice Conference, branded APOGEE, runs February 5 and 6, 2027, at the Omni Hotel in Charlottesville, Virginia. It is meant for NPs, PAs and other advanced practice clinicians in inpatient, outpatient and community settings.
Beyond clinical topics such as nicotine harm across the lifespan and care transitions for complex patients, much of the program deals with APP careers: hospital administration, research, leadership across health systems and teaching. The activity carries 12.75 ANCC contact hours and 12.75 AAPA Category 1 CME credits. Two-day registration is $275 until January 10, 2027 and $325 afterwards; registration closes January 31 and walk-ins are not accepted.
02 CME / CE credits
| Credit | Amount | System |
|---|---|---|
| AAPA Category 1 CME Credit | 12.75 | AAPA |
| ANCC Nursing Contact Hours | 12.75 | ANCC |
Accredited provider: UVA Health Continuing Education
03 Registration fees
| Attendee | Early | Regular | Single Day |
|---|---|---|---|
| All attendees | $275until Jan 10 | $325until Jan 31 | $150until Jan 10 |
| Students | $150until Jan 10 | $200until Jan 31 | — |
04 Key deadlines
- Jan 8, 2027
- Hotel block cutoff
- Jan 10, 2027
- Early-bird registration
- Jan 31, 2027
- Registration closes
05 Program highlights
| Session | Day | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Keynote: APPs as Drivers of Change | Fri, Feb 5 | — |
| Expanding Access and Impact | Fri, Feb 5 | — |
| Position for Influence: APPs and the Evolving Business of Medicine | Fri, Feb 5 | — |
| At the Table or on the Menu? PA and NP Roles in Hospital Administration | Fri, Feb 5 | — |
| Research Opportunities for the APP | Fri, Feb 5 | — |
| Connecting the Commonwealth: APP Leadership Across Health Systems | Fri, Feb 5 | — |
| Hooked Early, Harmed Long: The Lifespan Impact of NicotineCovers: Substance use disorders (DEA MATE Act) | Sat, Feb 6 | — |
| The Bold and the Few: APPs Redefining Care Through Innovation | Sat, Feb 6 | — |
| Education for the Next Generation: PA and NP Program Leadership and Faculty Development | Sat, Feb 6 | — |
| Climate Change is a Health Issue: The Clinician's Call to Action | Sat, Feb 6 | — |
| Care Transitions for Medically and Socially Complex Populations Across the Continuum | Sat, Feb 6 | — |
| Keynote: Transforming Healthcare in Uncertain Times: Leadership, Sustainability, Innovation, and Impact | Sat, Feb 6 | — |
06 Speakers & faculty 24
- Dawn AdamsDNP, ANP-BCKeynote · Virginia Commonwealth University
- Julie Cowan NovakDNSc, RN, MA, CPNP, FAANP, FAANKeynote · University of San Diego Hahn School of Nursing and Health Science
- Cy LampugnalePAChair · UVA Health
- Reid B. AdamsMD, FACSFaculty · UVA Health
- Eden HendersonFNPFaculty · UVA Health
- Charles Russ ManleyMPAFaculty · UVA Health
- Rebekah ComptonDNP, FNP-BC, MBAFaculty · UVA Physicians Group
- Jennifer HortonMSFaculty · UVA Health
- Chizoro TaylorPhD, MS, PA-CFaculty · UVA Health
- Michael LittleMSN, RN, CCRN, CNL, AGACNP-BCFaculty · UVA Health
- Kathryn ReidPhD, RN, FNP-CFaculty · UVA School of Nursing
- William LombardiDNP, RN, AGACNP-BC, CCRNFaculty · UVA Health
- Paula BrooksDNP, MBA, FNP-BC, RNFA, FAPPexFaculty · MCV Physicians
- Todd RoarkACNP-BC, RN, MBAFaculty · Sentara
- Bobby Cockram, Jr.DMSc, PA-C, DFAAPA, FACHEFaculty · Inova Health System
- Neely DahlMPH, CTTSFaculty · UVA Health
- Jennifer PeregoyNCTTPFaculty · UVA Health
- Jimmy HowellMSN, PMHNP-BC, CPNP-PCFaculty · Mental Fitness Matters
- Kimberlee KetchersidMMSc, PA-CFaculty · Randolph-Macon College PA Program
- Blake RogersDMSc, PA-CFaculty · University of Lynchburg
- Shelly SmithPhD, DNP, APRN-BC, FAAN, FNAPFaculty · UVA School of Nursing
- Malinda L. MyersDNP, RN, FNP-BCFaculty · UVA School of Nursing
- Novella W. ThompsonMBA, MA, ALM-C, FACHEFaculty · UVA Health
- Kristi GottMSN, RN, PNPFaculty · UVA Health
07 Official hotels
- The Omni Hotel Charlottesville · HQ
- from $199/night · book by Jan 8, 2027
08 Questions
When is APOGEE 2027?
It takes place Feb 5–6, 2027 in Charlottesville, VA.
Where is APOGEE 2027 held?
At The Omni Hotel Charlottesville, Charlottesville, VA (212 Ridge McIntire Road, Charlottesville, VA 22903).
What is on the APOGEE 2027 program?
12 sessions are listed so far. Speakers include Dawn Adams, DNP, ANP-BC; Julie Cowan Novak, DNSc, RN, MA, CPNP, FAANP, FAAN; Cy Lampugnale, PA and 21 others.
How much does APOGEE 2027 cost?
Registration starts at $275, depending on membership and registration date (official website, checked Nov 1, 2026).
When does early-bird registration end for APOGEE 2027?
Jan 10, 2027 (official website, checked Nov 1, 2026).
Where to stay for APOGEE 2027?
The official hotel block includes The Omni Hotel Charlottesville (headquarters) from $199/night. Book by Jan 8, 2027 to get the group rate.
How many CME/CE credits does APOGEE 2027 offer?
12.75 AAPA Category 1 CME Credit; 12.75 ANCC Nursing Contact Hours. Final credit numbers are set by the accredited provider.
How do I claim CE credit for APOGEE 2027?
Credit is issued by UVA Health Continuing Education, the accredited provider; attendees claim it through the evaluation the provider sends after the meeting.