National Symposium
National Symposium
ANNA's hybrid meeting program will enable you to choose the learning experience that meets your current personal and professional needs.
ANNA's hybrid meeting program will enable you to choose the learning experience that meets your current personal and professional needs.
Gather with nephrology professionals for a live educational experience, in-person networking opportunities, and time to explore the beauty and charm of our host city – or – interact with other conference attendees and expert speakers online when you livestream sessions from your home or workplace.
You will gain knowledge about new strategies for professional practice, leadership skills, and innovative approaches to care and promote evidence-based practices in nephrology.
2026 ANNA National Symposium
- April 25-28, 2026
- Hilton Riverside - New Orleans, Louisiana
- Hybrid Meeting
Experience the Spirit of New Orleans
Make the most of your time at the National Symposium by joining your colleagues for an evening of exploration and networking. We are excited to offer two unique tour opportunities on Monday, April 27, each providing a distinct look at the history and charm of the Crescent City.
Best of all, your participation supports a great cause: $10 from every ticket purchased will be donated to the Nephrology Nursing Foundation.
Space is limited, so be sure to reserve your spot for one of these memorable experiences:
Option 1: Evening Riverboat Cruise
Step aboard the Steamboat Natchez itself, a living piece of New Orleans history, and experience the river the way generations have before you.
Option 2: Motorcoach City Tour
Experience the Essence of New Orleans from the comfort of a motorcoach. Includes a stop at Café du Monde for beignets and café au lait (included in the tour price)!
Going to the 2026 National Symposium? Help us get the word out.
Spread the word about the 2026 ANNA National Symposium with our Social Media Share Kit! This kit includes a PDF guide, four eye-catching graphics, and four sample captions to make sharing easy. Whether you’re attending, speaking, or supporting the event, help us showcase the impact of nephrology nursing and encourage others to join us in New Orleans, April 25-28, 2026. Download the kit today and start sharing!
In this Event Share Kit, you will find:
- A quick message for newsletters
- 4 sample messages for social media
- 4 social media graphics
Thank you for sharing these messages and helping to elevate the success of nephrology nurses!
Exhibitor Information
We invite you to participate in a meeting that is certain to enhance your sales and marketing program among nephrology nurses. The American Nephrology Nurses Association will host the next National Symposium on April 25-28, 2026 at the Hilton Riverside in New Orleans.
As nephrology nursing leaders learn how to build a stronger team, how to produce an efficient workforce, and how to create new opportunities for better patient care within their facilities, exhibitors will have an opportunity to present their products and services to this audience of elite decision-makers.
Call for Proposals – ANNA 2027 National Symposium
The ANNA Conferences Committee invites individuals, regardless of clinical or corporate affiliation, to share their expertise, research, and clinically based findings by submitting an abstract.
We’re seeking engaging, evidence-based presentations that empower nephrology nurses through education, advocacy, networking, and science.
ANNA will award up to $1,500 in prizes to the top‑rated poster presentations only, based on attendee voting, crowdsourcing, and social media engagement (including hybrid attendees).
The 2027 National Symposium will be held April 18-21, 2027 at the Rosen Shingle Creek Hotel in Orlando, FL.
Submit your proposal to shape the future of nephrology nursing.
Professional Photos from the 2025 Symposium Available Now!
Erik Isakson Photographics has finished processing the 2025 National Symposium photos and posted them to their website. Take a look and see if you can find yourself. While there, don’t forget to purchase a print or two and support the work of such a talented photographer.
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Don't Forget to Save the Date for the 2026 Fall Summit!
2026 Nephrology Nursing Summit
- September 17-20 2026
- Scottsdale Resort & Spa
- Scottsdale, AZ
Registration Open for the 2025 Nephrology Nursing Summit
Don't want to wait until 2026 to grow your career? Join us at the 2025 Fall Summit!
- September 25-28, 2025
- Le Méridien Sheraton Charlotte Charlotte, NC
- Charlotte, NC
Why Join ANNA?
The American Nephrology Nurses Association is a non-profit, non-partisan membership organization established to support nephrology nurses through education, advocacy, networking and science.
We are committed to advancing the nephrology nursing specialty and nurturing every ANNA member.
