Public Health Symposium

Monday, November 16, 2026 | 08:15 AM to 05:00 PM

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The Allegheny County Health Department Annual Public Health Symposium, on Monday November 16, 2026 from 8:30 am to 5:00 pm, brings together public health professionals, community partners, researchers, students, and local leaders to explore emerging issues, share best practices, and connect around strategies that advance health equity across Allegheny County.

Featuring engaging keynote presentations, interactive sessions, and opportunities to network with colleagues dedicated to improving population health. For a seasoned practitioner or someone new to the field, the symposium offers a welcoming space to learn, contribute, and grow.

Registration

Ticket Type Price  Registration Details
Early Bird  $65 Rate ends on October 1, 2026
General Admission  $80 Rate begins October 2, 2026
Student  $30 Email to request Student Rate

Public Health Symposium Registration

Agenda at a Glance

Time Slot Agenda Item
7:00 am to 9:00 am Registration 
7:30 am to 8:00 am Breakfast 
8:15 am to 9:00 am Welcome Message From Dr. Iulia Vann, MD, MPH
ACHD Director
9:00 am to 10:30 am Innovations in Public Health Plenary 
10:30 am to 10:45 am Break
10:45 am to 12:00 pm Keynote Speaker Dr. Debra Houry, MD, MPH
Former CDC Chief Medical Officer
12:00 pm to 1:00 pm Public Health Awards Luncheon 
1:00 pm to 3:45 pm Breakout Sessions
  • Environmental Public Health in Allegheny County: Challenges, Priorities, and Action
  • Reflective Insights and Visionary Planning; Improving Maternal and Child Health Outcomes through History, Clinical Practice, Research and Utilization of AI at the County and National Levels
  • Advancing Population Health Through Equity, Care, and Trust
3:45 pm to 4:45 pm Exhibit Hall / Poster Session/ Networking

 

Continuing Education Credits

Continuing Education (CE) credits for certified public health professionals (CPH-CE, 3 hours) and certified health education specialists (CECH category 1, 3 advanced) are available for the breakout sessions. To receive credit, participants must attend from beginning to end and complete an evaluation; no partial credit will be given. MAR-PHTC is a designated provider of continuing education contact hours (CECH) in health education by the National Commission for Health Education Credentialing, Inc. Provider ID# MEP 100475.

When

  • Monday, November 16, 2026 | 08:15 AM - 05:00 PM

Location

Monroeville Convention Center, 209 Mall Plaza Blvd., Monroeville, PA, 15146, View Map

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