Annual Conference on Adolescent Health

The Adolescent Health Initiative (AHI) at Michigan Medicine launched the Annual Conference on Adolescent Health in 2014, to meet the growing need for improved training and resources that help professionals address adolescents' unique health care needs and actively involve them in their own care. Each year, the event hosts over 400 attendees from nearly all 50 states and a growing international community.

We hope that you enjoyed the hybrid 10th Annual Conference on Adolescent Health, held on May 6–7, 2024, at the Morris Lawrence Building at Washtenaw Community College in Ann Arbor, MI.

Agenda for the 2024 Conference on Adolescent Health: Translating Research into Practice 

• Assess strategies for adolescent-centered care in evolving social, technological, and environmental contexts.
• Identify and practice evidence-based approaches for emerging adolescent health challenges in mental health, primary care, sexual and reproductive health, school-based and community health, and youth engagement strategies.
• Discuss strategies to build youth resilience and well-being amid social and environmental changes.
• Practice provider communication and cultural humility skills to build trust and engage diverse adolescents.
• Compare collaborative care models that unite providers, educators, families, and communities.
   

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For a full list of speakers and topics, view our virtual agenda and our in-person agenda.

*Includes medical/graduate students, fellows, or trainees.

Our scholarship offerings are dependent on support from donors and sponsors, so please check back for updates.

Scholarship applications for nursing students only will open June 15-29.

As part of your conference experience, you will also receive:

• Virtual attendees get access to all sessions on Monday and access to presentation materials in the Conference app.
• In-person attendees get access to general sessions Friday and Saturday, workshops, special sessions, and roundtable discussions on Saturday.
• Complimentary continuing education credits commensurate with participation.
• Access to the Awards & Reception, with light hors d’oeuvres
• Access to presentation materials in the app
• Free basic wireless internet in the convention center
• Lunch on Friday and Saturday
• Beverages (coffee, tea, water) during breaks
• Swag! And access to our exhibitors hall

Check back as we continue to update our CE offerings for the 2026 Conference on Adolescent Health.

ACCME Accreditation and Credit Designation Statements: The University of Michigan Medical School is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians. The University of Michigan Medical School designates this live activity for a maximum of 13.5 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

This activity is approved for:

Monday, November 2

• 4.25 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™ (CME)

Friday, November 6

• 5 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™ (CME)

Saturday, November 7

• 4.25 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™ (CME)

The Annual Conference on Adolescent Health is proud to partner with individuals and organizations that share our commitment to adolescent-centered health. For more information on how you can play a role in the Conference and connect with our community, visit our Sponsorship Prospectus.

Interested in how we can help you achieve your goals? Contact the AHI Training & Outreach team at [email protected].

Our partner hotel, Courtyard by Marriott Detroit Downtown, has a block of discounted rooms for Conference attendees. Reservations are now open and the last day to book is October 8.  Attendees can either call 800-321-2211 and reference U of M Health, 2026 Conference on Adolescent Health at the Courtyard Detroit Downtown or book online through the Courtyard by Marriott Detroit Downtown website.

Transportation: The People Mover is free and runs directly between the hotel and Conference venue. It's about a 10-12 minute trip.

Amenities: The hotel has three different complimentary wellness areas in their fitness center: a cardio room, a yoga room, and a weight room. It also features an indoor pool, a dry sauna, and a small convenience store.

Parking: The hotel offers valet parking for $48 per day, and there is also a parking garage behind the hotel, Millender Center, which can be reserved through Spot Hero.

Parking at Huntington Place is $25 per day and $28 per day for group parking.

NOTE: You may receive phone calls or emails or see websites from unaffiliated organizations & individuals who claim to be acting on behalf on AHI. Improper solicitation of hotel reservations from any company or housing provider is not approved by AHI. Should you book your reservation outside of the AHI room block, AHI will not be able to assist you with any issues you may encounter, you solely assume the risks, including additional fees, harsh cancellation policy, lower quality rooms, and in some cases, no reservations. To support our efforts to provide you with a quality event, we ask that you book your housing accommodation using only the reservation information for the contracted hotels listed above.

Cancellations: AHI will accept written cancellation requests until the event venue's headcount deadline for food, seating, and related arrangements, which is set for October 19, 2026. A non-refundable administrative fee of $25 will be charged for all cancellations.

No-Show Policy: If a registrant fails to attend the event, they must notify AHI in writing within 24 hours of the event’s scheduled start time to be considered for a partial refund. Failure to provide timely written notice will result in forfeiture of any refund, and the registrant will remain responsible for the full registration fee. If payment has not yet been made, the registrant agrees to remit the full amount due.

Substitutions: In lieu of cancellation, the registrant’s organization may designate an alternate attendee to take their place. The registrant or their organization must either modify the registration online or submit a written request to AHI no later than October 26, 2026 to complete the substitution.

Event Postponement or Cancellation: If the event is postponed or rescheduled due to weather, technical difficulties, or other unforeseen circumstances, the registrant’s registration will automatically transfer to the rescheduled event. If the registrant cannot attend the rescheduled event, they may choose between (a) a complimentary registration for the next equivalent event or (b) a full refund. If the event is cancelled without the possibility of rescheduling, AHI will issue a full refund of the registration fee.

Payment Policy: All payments must be received in full by October 26, 2026. Acceptable forms of payment include check and credit card. On-site payment will not be available, and purchase orders will NOT be accepted. Failure to submit payment by the stated deadline may result in the cancellation of the registration.

Educational Planner:

• Terrill Bravender, MD, MPH

Educational Co-Planners:

• Jordan Bell
• Isabelle Birt, MPH
• Aubrey Huff, MPA
• Samreen Khan
• Elizabeth Kuzma, DNP, RN, FNP-BC
• Scott Mooney, MA
• Susan Radzilowski, MSW, LMSW, ACSW
• Iman Saleem, MPH
• Dana Thomas, MPH
• Lauren Vasquez, MS, CHES
• Activity Coordinators:
• Isabelle Birt, MPH
• Aubrey Huff, MPA