The First Annual Symposium in Pediatric Glomerular Diseases

Tuesday, September 15, 2026, 7:30 AM - 5:00 PM, Nationwide Children's Hospital Conference Center, Columbus, OH


AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™ (7.50 hours), AAPA Credit(s) (7.50 hours), ANCC Contact Hour(s) (7.50 hours), IPCE Credit(s) (7.50 hours), Non-Physician Attendance (7.50 hours)

This interprofessional educational symposium is designed to provide a comprehensive update on advances in the diagnosis, pathophysiology, and management of pediatric glomerular diseases. The activity will bring together a collaborative care team—including physicians, scientists, advanced practice providers, and nurses—to review emerging therapies, evolving clinical guidelines, and novel insights into disease mechanisms. Through expert-led presentations and case-based discussions, this symposium aims to enhance team-based, evidence-driven care and improve outcomes for children with glomerular disorders.

1. To describe recent advances in the pathophysiology and genetic basis of pediatric glomerular diseases.
2. To apply updated diagnostic approaches, including biomarkers and genetic testing, in clinical practice.
3. To evaluate current and emerging therapies, including immunosuppressive and targeted biologic treatments.
4. To collaborate effectively within an interprofessional team to develop comprehensive, patient-centered management plans.
5. To implement evidence-based strategies to improve outcomes and reduce variability in case for pediatric patients with glomerular disease.

Attention International attendees, Students, Fellows, and Residents!
For a special discounted registration rate, please contact [email protected] to receive your exclusive coupon code.

Presentation recordings will be available on the syllabus for registered attendees approximately 30 days after the conference. This allows our A/V team sufficient time to edit and upload the content.

In support of improving patient care, Nationwide Children's Hospital is jointly accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC),  and the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE), to provide continuing medical education for the healthcare team.

Cancellation Policy

Cancellations received in writing no less than 20 days before the course will be refunded, less a 20% administrative fee. No refunds will be made on cancellations received after that date. Please send cancellation requests to [email protected].

Nationwide Children's Hospital reserves the right to cancel or postpone this program if necessary; in the event of cancellation, course fees will be fully refunded. We are not responsible for other costs incurred such as non-refundable airline tickets or hotel penalties.

Accessibility Statement
 
Nationwide Children's Hospital is committed to ensuring that its programs, services, goods and facilities are accessible to individuals with disabilities as specified under Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Americans with Disabilities Amendments Act of 2008.  If you have needs that require special accommodations, including dietary concerns, please contact the CME Conference Coordinator.

The Nationwide Children's Hospital® adheres to ACCME Criteria, Standards and Policies regarding industry support of continuing medical education. Disclosure of faculty and their commercial relationships will be made prior to the activity.

Mitigation of Relevant Financial Relationships

Nationwide Children's Hospital adheres to the ACCME’s Standards for Integrity and Independence in Accredited Continuing Education. Any individuals in a position to control the content of a CE activity, including faculty, planners, reviewers or others are required to disclose all relevant financial relationships with ineligible entities (commercial interests). All relevant conflicts of interest have been mitigated prior to the commencement of the activity.

Tuesday, September 15, 2026

On behalf of Nationwide Children's Hospital, we invite you to exhibit on September 15, 2026 at the Pediatric Glomerular Disease Symposium.   The activity will bring together a collaborative care team—including physicians, scientists, advanced practice providers, and nurses—to review emerging therapies, evolving clinical guidelines, and novel insights into disease mechanisms.

If you are interested in joining us, please complete the 3-STEP REGISTRATION process listed below.

Step 1: Click "Exhibitor" and then "Exhibit at this Event" and it you will be lead through the registration and payment process.

Step 2: Pay online or send a check to the address listed on the next step (the exhibitor agreement).

Step 3: Once step 1 is complete, please download this exhibitor agreement to complete the registration process and confirm your participation. Once it is filled out and the last page is signed, please email it to [email protected]

** Note: Exhibitors will be accepted on a first come first serve basis, with all of the registration steps completed. 

If you would like, please click here to virtually view our Conference Center space.

Call for Breakfast & Lunch Sponsors

We are excited to invite organizations to partner with us as Breakfast or Lunch Sponsor. 

Sponsoring a meal is a valuable opportunity to showcase your organization’s support while gaining meaningful visibility among attendees. As a sponsor, your organization will be prominently recognized throughout the conference, including:

• Acknowledgment during the opening session

• Inclusion on conference opening slides as a designated meal sponsor

• Signage recognition during the sponsored meal

• Visibility among a broad audience of engaged professionals

To learn more or secure your sponsorship, please contact [email protected]

Exhibit at this Event