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ForwardTransforming Women's Health 2026 - Live (in-person)
June 11 - 13, 2026 - Westin Chicago River North - Chicago, Illinois
Course Directors - Ekta Kapoor, MBBS, Jewel Kling, MD, MPH, Taryn Smith, MD
Mayo Clinic's Transforming Women's Health course is designed to assist healthcare professionals in improving the care of women based on emerging scientific and clinical evidence related to medical conditions that are unique to women, occur more frequently in women or present differently in women. The course includes presentations from key women's health specialty and subspecialty disciplines including gynecology, reproductive medicine, breast health, sexual health, menopausal medicine, cardiology, endocrinology, internal medicine, and preventive medicine.
| Registration Fees | |
|---|---|
| General Session Live or Livestream | |
| MD, DO, PhD | $900 |
| Nurse Practitioner, Physician Assistant, Nurse, Resident, Fellow, Allied Health Professional | $875 |
| Optional Session (In-person ONLY) | |
| The Menopause Society's Menopause 101 Course | $300 |
Target Audience
This activity is appropriate for healthcare professionals including physicians, nurse practitioners, physician assistants, nurses, and others with an interest in women’s health.
Learning Objectives
Attendance at any Mayo Clinic course does not indicate or guarantee competence or proficiency in the skills, knowledge or performance of any care or procedure(s) which may be discussed or taught in this course.
- Summarize current evidence-based guidelines for breast cancer screening, including modality selection and population-specific considerations (e.g., age, risk level, and density).
- Apply clinical decision-making tools to assess osteoporosis risk and initiate appropriate diagnostic evaluation and treatment in menopausal women.
- Analyze the benefits and risks of hormone therapy and non-hormonal options for managing menopause symptoms, considering individual patient profiles and comorbidities.
Attendance at any Mayo Clinic course does not indicate or guarantee competence or proficiency in the skills, knowledge or performance of any care or procedure(s) which may be discussed or taught in this course.
Guest rooms have been reserved for attendees and their guests with special course rates at Westin Chicago River North. In order to receive the special rate, reservations must be made before the room block is filled or before the expiration of 5:00 pm CST Tuesday, May 19, 2026, whichever comes first. Reservations will be taken following this date based on space and rate availability. The Room Block is expected to fill, register for the conference and reserve your room early.
- Room Rate: $309 run of house rooms
- Complimentary Wi-Fi in guest rooms
- Waived $25 per room/day destination fee
- Complimentary health club usage for all attendees
- Group rate offered 3 days pre/post official event dates (based on hotel availability)
Reservations - room block not yet open
Online: Reserve your room
Phone: Central Reservations Department at (888) 627-8359, Reference Mayo Clinic Transforming Women’s Health Room Block
All travel and lodging expenses are the sole responsibility of the individual registrant.
Travel
Hotel Information
Located in the heart of downtown Chicago, IL, in the prestigious River North district, our hotel in North Chicago with river views is an ideal home base for work or rest. Connect with our historic and energetic Windy City at The Westin Chicago River North, which is within walking distance from Millennium Park, the Chicago Riverwalk, the Magnificent Mile, and the Chicago Theatre District. Recharge in your choice of pet-friendly hotel accommodations ranging from traditional rooms to spacious suites with views of the Chicago River or downtown Chicago skyline. Maintain your health and exercise goals at our WestinWORKOUT® Fitness Studio, offering classes with a personal trainer. Fuel your day with delicious and healthy on-site dining at 320 RiverBar.
Parking: Valet parking Daily $86.00
Off-site Parking: Greenway Self Park 0.1 Miles
60 West Kinzie St. Chicago, IL 60654
Note: Valet parking accommodates vehicles under 6'5". Self-parking at Greenway Garage accommodates vehicles under 8'0".
Check-in: 4:00 pm
Check-out: 12:00 pm
Minimum Age to Check In: 21
Pets welcome (Maximum Pet Weight: 40.0lb) contact Chicago River North for policies and fees (312-744-1900)
Getting Here
The information is listed as courtesy to attendees.
| Airports | Other Transportation |
Chicago O'Hare International Airport (16.2 miles from property) This hotel does not provide shuttle service | Bus Station Union Station Subway Station Chicago Transit Authority Red Line Train Station Chicago Union Station Taxi or Ride Share |
Things to do:
Chicago River 45-Minute Architecture Tour from Magnificent Mile : https://www.tripadvisor.com/AttractionProductReview-g35805-d19058674-Chicago_River_45_Minute_Architecture_Tour_from_Magnificent_Mile-Chicago_Illinois.html
Navy Pier: https://navypier.org/
Millennium Park: https://www.chicago.gov/city/en/depts/dca/supp_info/millennium_park.html
Old Town Art Fair: https://www.oldtownartfair.org/
Baseball -
White Sox vs Atlanta Braves June 6-10
White Sox vs LA Dodgers June 12-14
Accreditation Statement
In support of improving patient care, Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science is jointly accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE), and the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) to provide continuing education for the healthcare team.
Credit Statement(s):
AMA
Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science designates this live activity for a maximum of 18.00 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
Credit allocation:
Thursday 6/11/26 General Session: 4.00
Friday 6/12/26 General Session: 7.25
Saturday 6/13/26 General Session: 6.75
MOC Statement
American Board of Internal Medicine (ABIM)
Successful completion of this CME activity, which includes participation in the evaluation component, enables the participant to earn up to 18.00 MOC points in the American Board of Internal Medicine’s (ABIM) Maintenance of Certification (MOC) program. It is the CME activity provider’s responsibility to submit participant completion information to ACCME for the purpose of granting ABIM MOC credit.
Other Healthcare Professionals
A record of attendance will be provided to all registrants for requesting credits in accordance with state nursing boards, specialty societies or other professional associations.
For disclosure information regarding Mayo Clinic School of Continuous Professional Development accreditation review committee member(s) and staff, please go here to review disclosures.
Available Credit
- 18.00 ABIM - Medical Knowledge
- 18.00 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
- 18.00 Attendance
Price
Please update your profile to let us know if you have dietary restrictions or access requirements.
Commitment to Belonging and Inclusion
Mayo Clinic School of Continuous Professional Development (MCSCPD) strives to foster a learning environment in which all individuals are valued, allowing all to achieve their fullest potential.
Cancellation and Refund Policy
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