Three-day conference brings together healthcare professionals and peers to share insights, drive progress and advance patient care

CHICAGO, Oct. 13, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — The American Academy of Hospice and Palliative Medicine (AAHPM) and Hospice and Palliative Nurses Association (HPNA) are excited to announce the opening of registration for the 2027 Annual Assembly of Hospice and Palliative Care which will be held at the David L. Lawrence Convention Center in Pittsburgh, PA from March 17 – 20, 2027. This event provides brings over 3,000 healthcare professionals together, providing a unique experience to make connections, knowledge share on the newest research, and equip the hospice and palliative workforce with the skills necessary to implement innovative care approaches.

“Each year, Annual Assembly brings together today’s leaders and the next generation of professionals who are working collectively to advance hospice and palliative care,” said AAHPM CEO, Pierre Désy, MPH, CAE. “Every year I look forward to connecting with colleagues, exchanging ideas and celebrating the latest achievements in the hospice and palliative care fields at AAHPM and HPNA’s largest education event of the year.”

Attendees will have the opportunity to participate in-person and with recorded sessions available on demand for three months following the conference. Programming includes three keynote sessions, three “Deep Dive” discussions focused on some of the top conversations and topics within the palliative medicine field, and over 100 practice-related presentations.

The Thursday morning keynote session will be lead by Susannah Fox, former Chief Technology Officer of the United States Department of Health and Human Services. Susannah Fox is a health and technology strategist who explores and maps the terrain created by patients, survivors, and caregivers. Friday’s keynote session will be the “Best In Science” top three rated science research submissions. And rounding out the event, Saturday’s keynote session will focus on Medical Aid in Dying (MAID) and hearing different perspectives on the topic from interdisciplinary members. 

“The 2027 Annual Assembly brings the best of the hospice and palliative care community together to challenge and inspire one another to think differently and identify new opportunities to advance the field,” said HPNA CEO, Ginger Marshall, MSN, ACNP-BC, ACHPN®, FPCN®. “This will be my last Annual Assembly before my retirement from HPNA, and I am so honored to have witnessed the ideas and progress that come out of these meetings annually to advance patient care.”

Attendees may also sign up to attend pre-conference workshops, which will take place on Wednesday, March 17. Workshop topics include best practices in hospice and palliative care, leadership, improving the care of diverse patient populations, and evidence-based approaches for managing complex pain and symptoms in individuals with serious illnesses.

“Every year, the goal of Annual Assembly is to create space where colleagues and peers are able to share knowledge and learn about the latest scientific research shaping the field,” said Annual Assembly Planning Committee Co-Chairs, Christina Ullrich, MD MPH FAAHPM and Michelle Webb, DNP, RN, CHPCA®, FPCN. “This year we will be bringing timely, high-quality educational sessions that will reignite attendee’s passion for healthcare and caregiving.”

AAHPM and HPNA have prioritized the creation of a welcoming and safe environment for in-person attendees. For more information on 2027 Annual Assembly, please visit annualassemblyhapc.org.  

About American Academy of Hospice and Palliative Medicine 
The American Academy of Hospice and Palliative Medicine (AAHPM) is the professional organization for physicians specializing in hospice and palliative medicine (HPM), as well as nurses, social workers, and other health and spiritual care practitioners committed to improving quality of life for seriously ill patients and their families. For more than 30 years, AAHPM has been dedicated to expanding access to high quality palliative care, and advancing the discipline of HPM, through professional education and training, development of a specialist workforce, support for clinical practice standards, research and public policy. AAHPM is governed by a 20-member Board of Directors and managed by a full-time staff along with additional support provided by Association Management Center (AMC) based in Chicago, IL.

About Hospice & Palliative Nurses Association
The Hospice & Palliative Nurses Association was established in 1986 and is the national professional organization that represents the specialty of palliative nursing, which includes hospice and palliative nurses. We support the profession through education programs, research, and advocacy. Learn more at https://advancingexpertcare.org/.

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