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What Makes Our Summits Stand Out
The NPHI Summit isn’t your typical healthcare conference. It’s a place where leaders come together to share openly, challenge conventional thinking, and learn from one another — all with a shared commitment to delivering better care for people and families.
You’ll find big ideas without losing the practical conversations, national perspectives alongside real-world experiences, and plenty of opportunities to connect with people who understand the work you do.
Come for the ideas. Leave with new connections, fresh thinking, and the energy to put it all into action.
Collaborative Networking
Connect with your NPHI Collaboratives in relaxed, interactive settings designed for candid conversation. Compare challenges, share what’s working, learn from peers, and find new opportunities to work together.
Meaningful Connections
Some of the best Summit conversations happen between sessions. With dedicated time built into the agenda, you’ll have plenty of opportunities to meet new colleagues, reconnect with peers, exchange ideas, and build relationships with leaders from across the country.
12+ Breakout Sessions
Go deeper with topic-focused sessions built around the challenges and opportunities facing providers today. Explore new ideas, strategies, emerging innovations, and real-world approaches you can bring back to your organization.
Plenary Sessions
Big ideas take center stage. Hear from dynamic keynote speakers, industry leaders, and bold thinkers exploring what’s changing, what’s possible, and what comes next for hospice, palliative, and advanced illness care.
Many social events
This is Austin — we plan to have some fun while we're in town. From our Welcome Reception to happy hours and other Summit gatherings, there will be plenty of opportunities to unwind, experience the city, and connect with the NPHI community outside the meeting room.
Education
Continuing Education
We’re pleased to offer approx. 10 IPCE & ACE continuing education credits for select Summit sessions, available for a small additional fee.
- Package for nurses and social workers $175
- Package for physicians $250
*You can add during registration or go back and purchase later.
**Sessions will cover a broad range of subject matter.
More details to follow for registered members.
Stay Sharp. Stay Certified.
We’ll share more details soon about which Summit sessions will be eligible for continuing education (CE) credit. CE packages can be purchased at any time — during registration or later — so you can earn credit for eligible sessions you attend.
Wednesday, April 21
Join us on the final evening for our annual dinner, entertainment and awards evening.
We’ll begin the evening with a Cocktail Hour followed by red carpet photos and our exciting evening agenda.
More details will be released shortly.
Don’t forget to purchase your dinner ticket ahead of time.
Member pricing: $115
Sponsor prcing: $225
Venue
JW Marriott Austin
This year’s Summit takes place at the newly renovated and stylish JW Marriott in Austin.
Members are encouraged to book hotel accommodation at the same time as you register for the Summit. There is a discounted rate for all members in the NPHI room block. More details will be shared via email upon registration.
About the JW Marriott Austin
- Stay in the heart of downtown Austin at the JW Marriott Austin, just steps from the city’s dining, nightlife, and attractions.
- Unwind at the rooftop pool and Edge Rooftop, with panoramic city views, cocktails, small bites, and private cabanas.
- Eat and drink without needing to leave the hotel, with Dean’s Italian Steakhouse, Corner Restaurant, The Burger Bar, the JW Lobby Bar, Starbucks and more!
- Recharge between Summit events at Spa by JW or the hotel’s 24-hour fitness center.
Next Steps?
Your Summit 2027 Checklist
Follow these steps in order to secure your spot at the 2027 Summit.
1. Register yourself and your team.
We always recommend bringing multiple staff members from your organization so your team can divide and conquer across sessions — and groups of 5 or more receive a registration discount.
2. Reserve your hotel room.
Summit 2027 will be held at the JW Marriott Austin, with a discounted room block available for attendees. Our room block fills quickly, so we recommend booking early.
The hotel reservation information is included in your confirmation email.
3. Book your travel to Austin.
Fly into Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS). We recommend arriving Monday with plenty of time to join us for the Welcome Reception. If you’re participating in Pre-Summit events, plan to be at the hotel and ready to go Monday morning.
4. Keep checking back for updates.
We’ll continue adding agenda details, speaker announcements, session information, and important Summit updates as plans are finalized.
Lastly… start planning how you’ll spend your free time — from live music and incredible food to rooftop drinks, local neighborhoods, and everything else the city has to offer.
