Education and advocacy to improve maternal and infant health across Kentucky.
Kentucky Perinatal Association
Uniting healthcare experts to advance care and outcomes for mothers and infants statewide.
SAVE THE DATE: KPA ANNUAL CONFERENCE JUNE 7TH-9TH
Uniting healthcare experts to advance maternal and infant health in Kentucky.
Together for Healthy Mothers and Babies
Focused education, collaboration, and resources for perinatal care
Key Focus Areas Driving Maternal and Infant Health Improvements in Kentucky
Cross-disciplinary education
Hospital collaboration
Community partnerships
Best practice resources
Quality improvement support
Provider training
Data sharing
Public health integration
Clinical guidelines
Member benefits designed to support your professional growth and connection
Advantages of Joining KPA
KPA membership offers timely educational opportunities, exclusive event access, and valuable resources tailored for perinatal healthcare professionals.
Discounted Conference Registration
Benefit from reduced fees for KPA’s annual conference, providing a platform to engage with experts and peers statewide.
Biannual Newsletter with Statewide Updates
Stay informed with a twice-yearly newsletter featuring the latest data, policy changes, and initiatives impacting maternal and infant health in Kentucky.
Continuing Education Opportunities
Through KPA Regional conferences, access continuing education hours through KPA offerings to maintain licensure and enhance clinical skills.
Events Spotlight
Maternal and Child Health “Hot Topics” Paducah Regional Conference
- 7:30-8:00 Registration & Breakfast
- 8:00-8:15 Welcome
- 8:15-9:00 SUID and Unintentional Injury (Henrietta Bada, MD, MPH)
- 9:00-9:45 Sepsis and Infections in Pregnancy (L. Neese, MD, MMM, CPE, FACOG)
- 9:45-10:00 Break
- 10:00-10:45 KyCOMPASS and Maternal Health Councils (B. Roberts, RN)
- 10:45-11:30 Hypertension and Pre-Eclampsia (L. Senn, MSN, RN)
- 11:30-12:00 Simulation in Education (Stephanie Kehler, PhD, RN, CHSE)
- 12:00-12:45 Lunch
- 12:45-3:00 Simulation Live! (Stephanie Kehler, PhD, RN, CHSE & UK Simulation Team)
- 3:00 Evaluations
March 31, 2026
Baptist Health Paducah
2501 Kentucky Avenue Road
Paducah, Kentucky 42003
Maternal and Child Health “Hot Topics” Owensboro Regional Conference
- 7:30-8:00 Registration & Breakfast
- 8:00-8:15 Welcome
- 8:15-9:00 SUID and Unintentional Injury (Henrietta Bada, MD, MPH)
- 9:00-9:45 Sepsis and Infections in Pregnancy (L. Neese, MD, MMM, CPE, FACOG)
- 9:45-10:00 Break
- 10:00-10:45 KyCOMPASS and Maternal Health Councils (B. Roberts, RN)
- 10:45-11:30 Hypertension and Pre-Eclampsia (L. Senn, MSN, RN)
- 11:30-12:00 Simulation in Education (Stephanie Kehler, PhD, RN, CHSE)
- 12:00-12:45 Lunch
- 12:45-3:00 Simulation Live! (Stephanie Kehler, PhD, RN, CHSE & UK Simulation Team)
- 3:00 Evaluations
April 1, 2026
Owensboro Health Regional Hospital
1201 Pleasant Valley Road
Owensboro, Kentucky 42303
KPA ANNUAL CONFERENCE
- Update on Kentucky Maternal Child Health Statistics
- Hypoglycemia Protocol for Neonates
- Role of Nurse Navigators
- Panel Discussion: Medical & Legal Ramifications of Vaccine Hesitancy
- Importance of Father’s Involvement
- Panel Discussion: Alcohol & Drug Trends
- Ramifications of Hospital Closings on Care
June 7TH-9TH
Rough River Dam State Resort Park
450 Ic-1003, Falls of Rough, KY 40119
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