Sept. 11, 2026 - EXHIBITORS ONLY - 10th Annual Art & Science of Brain Health Conference

Fairfax, VA US
September 11, 2026

Program Description

Inova Neurosciences offers an in-depth exploration of the rapidly evolving field of brain health enhancement. This program is crafted to deliver evidence-based strategies for addressing neurocognitive disorders and promoting healthy brain aging. Attendees will delve into topics such as nutrition, Alzheimer’s disease, the neuroscience of innovation and novelty, and the education of patients on lifestyle changes and interventions.

This event is In-Person only.

 

Target Audience

The intended target audience for this symposium is healthcare providers in the following specialties/sub-specialties:

  • Critical Care (Intensivists)
  • Family Practice
  • General Practice
  • General Surgery
  • Geriatric Medicine
  • Geriatric Psychiatry
  • Internal Medicine
  • Neurology
  • Neuropsychiatry
  • Neurosurgery
  • Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
  • Preventive Medicine
  • Psychiatry
  • Vascular Surgery

Learning Objectives

At the end of this activity, learners will be able to:

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Course summary
Course opens: 
05/12/2026
Course expires: 
12/31/2026
Event starts: 
09/11/2026 - 8:00am EDT
Event ends: 
09/11/2026 - 3:00pm EDT
Cost:
$2,500.00
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10th Annual Art & Science of Brain Health Conference Agenda 

 Friday, September 11, 2026

 DRAFT AGENDA

7:30 – 8:00 a.m. : Coffee and Breakfast with Exhibitors             

8:00 – 8:05 a.m.: Opening Remarks

James Leiphart, MD, PhD

8:05 – 8:45 a.m.: TBD                          

Jennifer Pauldurai, MD, MS  

8:45 – 9:25 a.m.:  Insomnia in the Psychiatric Patient

Ahmed Sherif Abdel Meguid, MD

9:25 – 10:05 a.m.: Brain fog and  hormonal changes relevant to brain health

Nedda Dastmalchi, MD

10:05 – 10:35 a.m.: Break with Exhibitors

10:35 – 11:15 a.m.: Moving Beyond the Pills: GI Effects on Drug Response and the Role of Subcutaneous Devices in Parkinson’s Disease

Drew Falconer, MD

11:15 – 11:55 a.m.: Your Brain Needs Other Brains: The Science of Social Connection, Digital Engagement, and Cognitive Longevity

Steph Herbert, NBC-HWC, CWP

11:55 a.m. – 12:55 p.m.: Lunch with Exhibitors

12:55 – 1:35 p.m.: Improving brain health and extending independence in older adults

Ellen Clarke, PhD

1:35 – 2:15 p.m.: Sleep and Vascular Health

Deepika Nandamuru, MD

2:15 – 2:55 p.m.: TBD

Geoffrey Ling, MD

2:55 – 3:00 p.m.: Closing Remarks

James Leiphart, MD, PhD

Inova Center for Personalized Health
8100 Innovation Park Dr
Entrance 3 - front door under Pedestrian Bridge
Fairfax, VA 22031
United States

Parking

Parking is complimentary at the Inova Center for Personalized Health Conference Center (ICPH) . Park in any surface parking lots and use Entrance 3 under the Pedestrian Bridge to enter the Conference Center. Take the stairs or elevator to Level 2.

 

Travel

Airports and Ground Transportation

Inova Center for Personalized Health Conference Center (ICPH)  is centrally located between Washington Dulles Airport (IAD) and Reagan Airports (DCA).  Union Station (in Washington, DC) is located about 30-40 minutes from the campus.  Both airports along with Union Station offer onsite ground transportation to Fairfax, VA which is about a 30–40-minute drive.  Uber or Lyft are also reliable ground transportation options in the DC metro area.

Hotels

There are many hotels in the local area and Tyson's Corner.

Below are the two hotels that are located closest to the Inova Center for Personalized Health Conference Center (ICPH) and offer us discounted rates.

8296 Glass Alley, Fairfax, VA 22031

Phone: 571-327-2277

Inova/corporate rate code: 8296INOVA

 

3111 Fairview Park Dr, Falls Church, VA 22042

(703) 849-9400

Program Director

James Leiphart, MD, PhD

Medical Director of Education, Neuroscience Service Line
Neurosurgery Residency Program Director
Professor, Department of Neurosurgery
University of Virginia School of Medicine, Inova Campus
George Mason University

Speaker Disclosure Statement:

Inova Health System’s Office of Continuing Medical Education adheres to ACCME’s Standards for Integrity and Independence in Accredited Continuing Education. Any individuals in a position to control the content of a CME activity, including faculty, program directors, and planners are required to disclose all relevant financial relationships with ineligible entities as defined by ACCME.  All relevant financial relationships listed for these individuals have been mitigated.  

Inova CME Accreditation

The Medical Society of Virginia is a member of the Southern States CME Collaborative, an ACCME Recognized Accreditor. Inova Health System Office of Continuing Medical Education is accredited by the Southern States CME Collaborative to provide continuing medical education for physicians.

Credit Designation The Inova Office of Continuing Medical Education designates this live educational activity for a maximum of 5.25 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s) ™. Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. Physicians may claim up to 5.25 credits in Type 1 CME on the Virginia Board of Medicine Continued Competency and Assessment Form required for renewal of an active medical license in Virginia.

ABS CC Statement:

Successful completion of this CME activity enables the learner to earn credit toward the CME requirement(s) of the American Board of Surgery's Continuous Certification program. It is the CME activity provider's responsibility to submit to ACCME for the purpose of granting ABS credit.

Nurse Credentialing FAQs

For the purpose of recertification, the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) accepts AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™ issued by organizations accredited by the ACCME.  For more information visit, https://www.nursingworld.org/certification/faqs/

American Speech-Language-Hearing Association

This event is eligible towards ASHA Certification Maintenance Hours (CMHs). Verification of attendance can be claimed towards Certification Maintenance and should be retained for your personal records after the event.  Certificate is available after attending the course.

Interested in Exhibiting? 

 

  1. You will first need to create an account in our CME portal on the home page – https://cme.inova.org/
  2. Return to this page and Register at top right corner.

Premium In-Person: $2,500

  • Prime table location, including a 6' undraped display table with three chairs
  • Full access to conference sessions and meals for three exhibit representatives
  • Verbal and name recognition the day of the conference with signage, podium mention and on screen during the conference
  • Company name recognition on:
    • Marketing emails
    • Introduction slides, break slides, and closing slides
    • Post-event follow-up attendee email
    • Exhibitor page on event website
  • Post attendee registration list (for those that opt in)
  • Highlighted Website Listing - Your company’s sales contact information will be prominently displayed on the event website. This listing will feature: 
    • Company Name & Sales Contact Person Email Address

Catering Sponsor Add-ons (Optional): Includes company name on buffet table signage.

  • Breakfast: $1,000
  • Lunch: $1,500
  • AM Break: $500

Non-Profit rate- $250 (501c3 must be submitted for approval)

 

EXHIBITOR SET UP: 6:45-7:30am before breakfast

EXHIBITOR BREAKDOWN: after lunch starting at 1:00pm

Please email Claudia Ventura with questions - [email protected]

Price

Cost:
$2,500.00
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Exhibitor Resources and Forms

2026 NNR Exhibitor Invitation Letter
PDF icon Invitation to Exhibit Brain Health 2026.pdf

Inova W9
PDF iconW-9 Inova Health Care Services 54-0620889 - 2026 - CME.pdf

CME Rules & Regulations
PDF iconCME Exhibitor Rules and Regulations.pdf