What is the deadline for early bird registration?

Early bird registration ends January 15th at midnight. After that, registration continues until the day of the conference, February 20, 2026.

What is the discount/group code when reserving a room?

Group Code: 422942 . (PLACE IN GROUP ID BOX WHEN USING THE LINK). Cost is $139 per night.

Is there a discount for students or retired midwives?

Yes! When registering, select "Student or Retired Midwife Registration"

Can I pay for part of the conference?

Yes, there is a "Daily Registration" ticket for $100 /day

Yes, all meals except for lunch on Friday, Feb 20, 2026 are included in the price of registration. Lunch on Friday, Feb 20, 2026 is provided for those who paid for the Ultrasound workshop add-on.

Are refunds available?

Yes, we will provide a refund of the paid admission price minus processing fees ($1.79 + 6.6% of paid registration). Deadline for refunds is February 12, 2026 at midnight.

2026 Ohio ACNM Forward

By Ohio Affiliate of the ACNM

Overview

Join us at the 2026 Ohio Forward: “Rooted & Rising” — Unite, learn, and grow in clinical excellence, advocacy, and midwifery leadership.

Welcome to 2026 Ohio ACNM Forward! Join us for an exciting in-person event at the Nationwide Hotel and Conference Center (rebranding to The Ohioan Hotel and Event Center). Get ready for a day filled with insightful sessions, networking opportunities, and engaging discussions. Don't miss out on this chance to connect with fellow professionals and advance your knowledge in the field. We can't wait to see you there!

Room Reservations:

Make reservations via online: BOOK HERE or call the Front Desk (24/7): 614-880-4300. Rooms are $139 per night.

Group Code: 422942 . (PLACE IN GROUP ID BOX WHEN USING THE LINK)

Reminder: Avoid third-party booking sites like Expedia or Orbitz, to ensure reservations are placed using the group code. Researve rooms directly through the hotel.

Cutoff Date: Tuesday, January 20, 2026
After this date, room availability and group rates are no longer guaranteed.

Category: Health, Medical

Good to know

Highlights

2 days 3 hours
In person

Refund Policy

Refunds up to 8 days before event

Location

Nationwide Hotel and Conference Center (rebranding to The Ohioan)

100 Green Meadows Drive South

Lewis Center, OH 43035

How do you want to get there?

Driving Public transport Biking Walking

Agenda

8:30 AM - 5:00 PM

Registration

9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Mastering Ultrasound: Preparing for the ACMB Certification Exam (fee required)

Lucinda (Cindy) Farina, PhD, APRN-CNM

This interactive workshop builds a strong foundation in ultrasound principles, including the physics of sound waves and equipment operation. Students will analyze clinical case studies to evaluate ultrasound’s diagnostic appropriateness across scenarios and create a personalized study plan with targeted strategies, resources, and practice questions to prepare for the ACMB certification exam, strengthening both competence and confidence. Lunch included for workshop participants.

12:45 PM - 1:00 PM

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Ohio Affiliate of the ACNM

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