Iowa Maternal Health Symposium

“The Iowa Maternal Health Symposium: Empowering Conversations & Proven Maternal Health Solutions,” presented by Wellpoint and UnityPoint Health is a premier virtual event dedicated to addressing the unique challenges and opportunities available when it comes to providing maternal health within rural communities. The Nov. 6, 2024, event will bring together Iowa healthcare providers, policymakers, researchers, community leaders, and advocates, to share knowledge, best practices, and innovative solutions aimed at improving maternal and infant health outcomes in rural areas.

New this year are the Ignite Sessions, a captivating opportunity to spotlight organizations significantly impacting maternal health in rural areas. This portion of the day aims to showcase innovative programs, share success stories, and inspire collaboration among attendees committed to improving health outcomes for mothers and babies in rural communities.

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The Iowa Maternal Health Symposium: Empowering Conversations & Proven Maternal Health Solutions

Nov. 6 | 8:30 a.m.-4 p.m. | Virtual Event

Agenda for 2024 Maternal Health Symposium hosted by Healthy Birth Day, Inc.

Registration is open and available through Des Moines University. Follow the link below to reserve your spot.

*Note: You will be taken to the Des Moines University Website for registration.

CE Credit Available

Des Moines University Medicine and Health Sciences is the accredited provider and has approved this activity for AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™, American Osteopathic Association credit, nursing contact hours, and continuing education contact hours. The speaker(s) will disclose if any pharmaceuticals, medical procedures, or devices discussed are investigational or unapproved for use by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA). The activity director is responsible for determining educational content and selecting speakers. View the planning committee and speaker disclosures. No ineligible company provided financial support for this continuing education activity. If you have questions regarding continuing education credit, please email [email protected].

This event was approved for 6.75 CME/CEs.

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Symposium Partners

Thank You to Our Partners!

We are proud to partner with the following organizations to hold the Maternal Health Symposium. We are grateful for their support in exploring solutions to improve maternal healthcare and birth outcomes for Iowans.

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Presenting Sponsor: Wellpoint
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Presenting Sponsor: UnityPoint Health
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Additional Sponsors

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Iowa Total Care
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Broadlawns Medical Center
Broadlawns Medical Center
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Molina Healthcare
Molina Healthcare
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Mid- Iowa Health Foundation
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Des Moines Area Community College
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University of Iowa Health Care
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MCH Symposium Visual Report (Instagram Post)
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Bridging the Gap: Improving Maternal and Rural Health Symposium

This report summarizes the key themes and takeaways from the Bridging the Gap symposium held on Oct. 30, 2023.

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