Early Bird: MD / DO
Full conference attendance
$1300
$1,400 after January 19, 2026
The 51st Annual University of Colorado Vail OB-GYN Conference
February 15th - 20th, 2026
Presented by:
Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology
About the Conference
Learning Objectives
- Identify the impact and challenges of the declining workforce in Reproductive Endocrinology.
- Implement appropriate counseling information for patients about Prenatal Genetic Screening options.
- Identify current developments in Male Contraception.
- Develop appropriate treatment plans for Miscarriage.
- Identify the pros and cons of Preimplantation Genetic Screening.
Conference Accreditation
The University of Colorado School of Medicine is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
The University of Colorado School of Medicine anticipates this live activity will offer up to 20.25 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
Conference Leadership
L. Chesney Thompson, MD
Ronald S. Gibbs, MD
K. Joseph Hurt, MD, PhD
Gabrielle Whitmore, MD
Shannon Son, MD, MSCI
Nanette F. Santoro, MD
Conference Location
The Hythe Vail
Nestled amid a picturesque landscape within steps of Eagle Bahn Gondola, The Hythe Vail offers scenic comfort in a stunning travel destination. Along with the conference seminars, enjoy skiing or shopping, refresh in the sparkling waters of the pools or restore balance at the luxurious resort spa. Designed to inspire effortless relaxation, The Hythe Vail is a scenic haven for your Colorado getaway.
The Hythe Vail is part of the Marriott Luxury Collection Resorts.
Exploring Vail
S'mores and Hot Chocolate at The Hythe Vail
At 4pm daily enjoy complimentary s'more making and hot chocolate on the hotel Après Deck. Located on the first floor.
Colorado Snowsports Museum Hall of Fame
Explore the history of Vail and skiing in Colorado at the Colorado Snowsports Museum. Admission is free and is open 10 AM to 6 PM daily.
Historic Vail Walking Tour
Join a historian on a walking tour of Vail starting at the Colorado Snowsports Museum. Occurs Tuesdays and Thursdays at 11am and tickets are $10. Please call to reserve your spot at (970) 476-1876.
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Vail Sleigh Rides and Dog Sledding
Discover Dog Sledding and horse drawn Vail Sleigh Rides.
Downhill Skiing and Snowboarding
Vail boosts 5,317 acres of skiable terrain — including seven Legendary Back Bowls and three parks — and is considered one of the top winter-sport destinations in the world. Get lift tickets discounts in our "Skiing and Travel" section.
Cross Country Skiing and Snowshoeing
The Vail Nordic Center is an idyllic location for cross country skiing and snowshoeing featuring Groomed Tracks and Off-Track Trails. The Vail Nordic Center is a just 7 minute drive from The Hythe Vail.
Conference Speakers
Guest Speakers
Linda Bradley, MD
Professor Obstetrics, Gynecology and Reproductive Biology
Director, Center for Menstrual Disorders, Fibroids, and Hysteroscopic Services
Cleveland Clinic Lerner College of Medicine
Vice Chair, Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
Cleveland Clinic Women's Health Institute
Judette Louis, MD, MPH
Professor and Dean, Eastern Virginia Medical School
Macon & Joan Brock Virginia Health Sciences at Old Dominion University
Versha Pleasant, MD, MPH
Director, Breast Health & Cancer Genetics Clinic, Department of OB-GYN
Clinical Assistant Professor
University of Michigan
Local Speakers
Cara Clure MD, MSCS
OB-GYN
Chesney Thompson, MD
OB-GYN
Elizabeth Clain, MD
OB-GYN
Ellen Roy Elias, MD
Pediatrics
Emily Gottenborg, MD
Hospital Medicine
Gabrielle Whitmore, MD
OB-GYN
Genevieve Moyer, MD, MSc
Internal Medicine, Hematology
George Zlotchenko, MD
Radiology
Hillary Dunlevy, MD
Medicine-Infectious Disease
Jennifer Braverman, MD, MA
OB-GYN
Jonathan Hirshberg, MD
OB-GYN
Lauren Rascoff, MD
OB-GYN
Leilah Zahedi-Spung, MD
OB-GYN
Linda Barbour MD, MSPH
OB-GYN
Marisa Moroney, MD
OB-GYN
Mark Wilcox, MD
OB-GYN
Megan Orlando, MD
OB-GYN
Nancy Fang, MD, MS
OB-GYN
Saketh Guntupalli, MD
OB-GYN
Sarah Mengshol, MD
Pathology
Stephen Mitchell Scott, MD, MPH
OB-GYN
Veronica Alaniz, MD
OB-GYN
Conference Registration
Registration will open soon for the 2026 conference.
Conference Agenda
Sunday
Lectures: 4:00 - 6:00 PM MT
Reception: 6:15 - 7:30 PM MT
Monday - Thursday
Lectures: 7:15 - 9:15 AM MT
Break: 9:15 AM - 3:30 PM MT
Apres Ski: 3:30 - 4:00 PM MT
Lectures: 4:00 - 6:20 PM MT
Friday
Lectures: 7:15 - 9:15 AM MT
Agenda
Special Events
More information to come.
Conference Exhibitor Information
On behalf of the University of Colorado Vail OB-GYN Conference and the esteemed faculty, we cordially invite you to participate in this exciting educational conference. The 51st year of this highly regarded program will be held February 15th-20th, 2026 at the Hythe Vail in Vail, Colorado.
Exhibitor FAQs
Exhibitor packet 2026
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