North American Sikh Medical and Dental Association Program 2026
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*Registration payment includes Credit Cards and Interfund Transfers ONLY.
Description
The 2026 North American Sikh Medical and Dental Association (NASMDA) Conference will be a dynamic four-day gathering of healthcare professionals, students, and community leaders. From January 16–19, this event will feature a rich blend of continuing medical education (CME) lectures, hands-on clinical workshops, and thought-provoking panels on topics ranging from women’s health and dementia prevention to global volunteerism and healthcare technology. Attendees will also enjoy cultural programming, professional networking, and keynote addresses from distinguished leaders.
Beyond the clinical and academic sessions, NASMDA 2026 offers a vibrant platform for mentorship, intergenerational dialogue, and community service. With parallel tracks for medical professionals and non-medical attendees—including pre-professional development, Sikh history, and mindfulness workshops—the conference fosters holistic growth and collaboration. Evening galas, musical performances, and local excursions round out the experience, making it a celebration of service, learning, and Sikh values in healthcare.
IMPORTANT REGISTRATION INFORMATION:
A portion of this event offers continuing education credits to healthcare professionals.
This event is intended for HEALTH CARE PROFESSIONALS REQUIRING CREDIT.
Your individual registration fee includes:
----- Continuing Education Credits
----- Individual breakfast, lunch & dinner for Saturday and Sunday
----- Entertainment at Saturday's Gala dinner!
If you plan to attend Saturday's Gala, your registration covers your own attendance.
If you wish to invite guests to Saturday's Gala, you can select the number of guests during checkout. Additional tickets for SATURDAY'S GALA per guest fee: $175 each. To buy a ticket to the GALA ONLY (COMING SOON): Non-healthcare Professionals Registration at NASMDA website.
Registration OPENING SOON for NON-HEALTHCARE PROFESSIONALS: Non-healthcare Professionals Registration at NASMDA website.
EARLY BIRD registration ends December 15, 2025!
For a FULL AGENDA and DETAILS: NASMDA Program 2026 AGENDA.
Book Your Hotel Room
Book your room at the group rate for the NASMDA Program 2026 at Hilton Charlotte Airport by January 3, 2026.
Follow this link for information and to make a reservation at the Hilton Charlotte Airport.
Accreditation Statement
In support of improving patient care, Advocate Health 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 Designation Statement(s)
American Medical Association (AMA)
Advocate Health designates this live activity for a maximum of 10.75 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
Advocate Health is an ADA CERP Recognized Provider. ADA CERP is a service of the American Dental Association to assist dental professionals in identifying quality providers of continuing dental education. ADA CERP does not approve or endorse individual courses or instructors, nor does it imply acceptance of credit hours by boards of dentistry. Concerns or complaints about a CE provider may be directed to the provider or to the Commission for Continuing Education Provider Recognition at CCEPR.ADA.org. Advocate Health designates this activity for 10.75 continuing education credits. Concerns or complaints about a CE provider may be directed to the provider, or to the Commission for Continuing Education Provider Recognition at CCEPR.ADA.org.
Board Recognition Statement(s)
American Board of Surgery (ABS)
Successful completion of this CME activity enables the learner to earn credit toward the CME requirement of the American Board of Surgery’s Continuous Certification program. It is the CME activity provider's responsibility to submit learner completion information to ACCME for the purpose of granting ABS credit.
Disclosure
Faculty disclosures are being reviewed and will be presented to the audience in advance of the program.
ADA Statement
If you need any auxiliary aids or services identified in the Americans with Disabilities Act in order to attend this conference, please contact Gina Barnard at gina.barnard@advocatehealth.org.
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Objectives
- Evaluate and apply current best practices and emerging trends in key medical areas to improve patient outcomes.
- Demonstrate proficiency in essential clinical procedures through guided, hands-on practice in simulated healthcare scenarios.
- Analyze the influence of cultural identity, including Sikh values, on healthcare delivery and integrate inclusive practices into patient care.
- Create meaningful mentorship connections across disciplines and generations to support career development and leadership growth.
- Evaluate and implement digital tools and emerging technologies to enhance clinical decision-making and expand access to care.
- Design and participate in service-oriented initiatives that address local and global health disparities through community engagement.
Electives
Additional Saturday Gala Guest ONLY
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Open
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Jan 16 - 18, 2026
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- 8:00 AM
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- $175.00 -
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Open
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Jan 16 - 18, 2026
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- 8:00 AM
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- $350.00 -
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Open
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Jan 16 - 18, 2026
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- 8:00 AM
- Fee
- $525.00 -
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Open
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Jan 16 - 18, 2026
- Check-In Time
- 8:00 AM
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- $700.00 -
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Open
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Jan 16 - 18, 2026
- Check-In Time
- 8:00 AM
