The AAP D8 SONPM is best known for our outstanding annual conference featuring an original scientific program, State of the Art lectures, Advanced Practice networking event, and more. Our conferences are held throughout the states and provinces of District VIII, including Big Sky, Montana (2022), San Diego, California (2023), Banff, Alberta (2024) and Boise, Idaho (2025).
49th Annual District VIII Conference will be held May 28-31, 2026 at
Skamania Lodge, Stevenson WA
Transforming Neonatal Care, Integrating Innovation, Technology and Teamwork

Check out our new conference website at www.d8sonpmevent.org
Get ready to mark your calendars and register now for the 49th Annual District VIII SONPM Conference – happening May 28–31, 2026 at the stunning Skamania Lodge in Stevenson, Washington! This high-impact regional gathering brings together neonatal and perinatal care professionals from across District VIII for a cutting-edge program focused on transforming neonatal care by integrating innovation, technology, and teamwork. The full agenda is now LIVE and packed with hands-on workshops, expert sessions, and dynamic discussions designed to elevate your practice and expand your network. Registration is officially OPEN – secure your spot today, explore the agenda, and plan your trip to the Columbia River Gorge for an unforgettable learning and networking experience!
Explore the full conference agenda, register to attend, book lodging, and find additional details at www.d8sonpmevent.org!
Browse our website and consider joining our AAP District VIII SONPM family. You can be part of this wonderfully collegial organization and support our equally outstanding annual conference.





Free membership for attending physicians, NNPs, PAs, RNs, RTs, fellows, residents, other trainees, and all other persons who contribute to the care of mothers and their babies), you can be part of this wonderfully collegial organization and support our equally outstanding annual conference and mission.

2025 District VIII SONPM Council
Please consider a donation to the District VIII Education Foundation. With your help we are creating an endowment that can be self sustaining and enable us to support our Neonatology Fellows and other professionals in training as we benefit the care of mothers and newborns in our District through our educational mission.
