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ATRN Annual Health Submit

Join us as we delve into crucial discussions surrounding the dynamic and evolving health landscape in the Appalachian region. With a focus on innovative strategies and collaborative approaches, this summit aims to address pressing challenges and explore opportunities for enhancing healthcare delivery and outcomes.

Registration will be open soon!

Image of a barn with the Appalachian Translational Research Network logo
Date
Oct 12 - 13, 2026
Cost
Free
Time
9 a.m. - 5 p.m. ET
Location

Nationwide and Ohio Farm Bureau 4-H Center
2201 Fred Taylor Dr, Columbus, OH 43210

Key Topics Include:

  • Behavioral Science and Health Behaviors (Substance Use, Nutrition, Exercise, Smoking, etc.)
  • Clinical and Translational Research
  • Clinical Conditions/Diseases (Cancer, Mental Health, Diabetes, etc.)
  • Data Access for Community Decision Making
  • Disease Prevention and Treatment (Drug Development, Mental Health, Pain Management, etc.)
  • Dissemination and Implementation Science
  • Environmental Health
  • Evidence-Based Practice
  • Access to Quality Care for All
  • Health Literacy, Health Misinformation, Health Communication, Trust in Science
  • Health Related Policy Implementation and Enforcement
  • Impact of Bidirectional Learning Between Communities and Their Academic Partners
  • Impact of Consolidated/Closed Health Organizations in Appalachia
  • Program Development and Evaluation
  • Training, Education, and Workforce Development
  • Translational Health, Informatics, Telemedicine, and Data-Driven Technologies

Registration Information:
We invite anyone passionate about advancing health equity and improving health outcomes in Appalachia to join us at the ATRN Annual Health Summit.