2025 Midwest Pediatric Cardiology Society (MWPCS) Annual Meeting

Expanding the Scope of Pediatric Cardiology

Thursday–Friday, Sept. 18–19

Thursday: 11 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Friday:   7 a.m. – 4:15 p.m.

Agenda coming soon

The Farnam, Autograph Collection
1299 Farnam Street, Omaha, NE 68102

Holland Performing Arts Center
1200 Douglas Street, Omaha, NE 68102

Meeting Overview

The Midwest Pediatric Cardiology Society (MWPCS) Annual Meeting brings together leading experts in the field to explore innovative strategies and share insights that will enhance the quality of care provided to young patients with cardiovascular needs.

This year’s theme, "Expanding the Scope of Pediatric Cardiology," aims to underscore the importance of contemporary, multidisciplinary approaches in managing pediatric patients with heart conditions.

Meeting Schedule and Highlights

Thursday, Sept. 18 – The Farnam & Holland Performing Arts Center 

The meeting will begin at 11:00 a.m. with registration and lunch at The Farnam. Exhibits will be located at the Holland Performing Arts Center, where attendees are encouraged to explore them before programming begins.

At 12:00 p.m., welcome remarks and the main educational programming will begin at the Holland, featuring presentations on:

• Cardiac Rehabilitation and Advances in Cardiopulmonary Exercise Testing
• Lipid Disorders and Pharmacologic Management
• Artificial Intelligence in Everyday Practice
• Emerging Trends in Cardiac Genetics

Educational sessions will conclude at 5:00 p.m., followed by a poster presentation session.

Thursday Dinner Reception and Guest Speaker – The Farnam, Autograph Collection

At 6:30 p.m., join us for a dinner reception featuring Taylor Yaw, DVM, DACZM, DABVP, as guest speaker. Although this event is not CME accredited, it will include a special presentation offering a unique perspective drawn from Dr. Yaw’s work in zoological medicine.

Dr. Yaw serves as Vice President of Science and Director of Animal Health at Omaha’s Henry Doorly Zoo & Aquarium, where he leads the veterinary team and oversees medical care for more than 39,000 animals.

Registrants may bring up to two adult guests (ages 18 and older) to this event. Available as an add-on during meeting registration.

Friday, Sept. 19 – Holland Performing Arts Center

The day begins at 7:00 a.m. with breakfast and exhibits. An exclusive breakfast for fellows, residents, and students will also take place at this time (registration required).

Educational programming will begin at 8:00 a.m. with welcome remarks, followed by oral abstract presentations throughout the day.

Friday Dinner – Omaha Henry Doorly Zoo & Aquarium

In the evening, attendees and their adult guests are invited to a very special event at Omaha's Henry Doorly Zoo & Aquarium–widely regarded as the best in the United States. Experience the zoo after hours with local food trucks, refreshments, and exclusive behind-the-scenes insights from Dr. Taylor Yaw on the zoo's cutting-edge approach to animal care and conservation.

Registrants may bring up to two adult guests (ages 18 and older). 

Please note:

This event is intended for medical professionals and their adult guests only—children are not permitted. 

You do not need a zoo pass to attend this Friday dinner. Available as an add-on during meeting registration.

Important Information

• Name badges are required for access to sessions, meals, and special events. Please wear your badge at all times.
• Adult guests are required to wear name badges when attending the Thursday evening dinner reception and the Friday evening zoo experience.
• Discounted Zoo Passes (valid for one year) are available for purchase during online registration. These passes are for separate, personal visits to the zoo at a time of your choosing. Passes will be available for pick-up at the meeting registration desk.

We look forward to your participation in what promises to be an engaging, educational, and collaborative annual meeting.

Registration Information

Registration Fees

These fees include access to all general sessions and educational programming:

• Physicians: $200
• All Other Attendees: $125

Meeting registration is required to participate in optional events and add-ons.

Optional Add-Ons

• Thursday Dinner and Guest Speaker @ The Farnam, Autograph Collection: $75 per person 
  A maximum of three attendees may be registered per participant (the participant plus two adult guests).
• Friday Dinner @ Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium: $20 per person
  A maximum of three attendees may be registered per participant (the participant plus two adult guests).
• Friday Morning Fellows Breakfast: FREE
  Exclusively for fellows, residents, and students. Registration is required.

Henry Doorly Zoo & Aquarium Passes

Valid for one year. Will be available for pick up at the meeting registration desk.

• Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium Discounted Adult Day Pass (Ages 12+): $28 
• Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium Discount Child Day Pass (Ages 3-11): $24

Register Now

The deadline to register is Sept. 11, 2025.

If you need assistance with online registration, please call our Registration Office at 402-559-5929. 

Cancel/Refund Policy

If you need to cancel your registration, please email registrationCCE@unmc.edu no later than Sept. 11, 2025. There is a $25 processing fee for cancellations made by Sept. 11. Cancellations made after this date and registrants who fail to attend are responsible for the full registration fee.

Sponsor

This meeting is sponsored by the UNMC Departmet of Pediatrics, Division of Pediatric Cardiology through the resources of the UNMC Center for Continuing Education and the UNMC College of Nursing Continuing interProfessional Development and Innovation (CiPDI).