Eighteenth International Conference on SBS/AHT
October 23, 24 and 25, 2022
The National Center on Shaken Baby Syndrome is excited to announce our Eighteenth International Conference on SBS/AHT to be held at the beautiful Loews Philadelphia Hotel on October 23, 24 and 25, 2022! The conference will bring the latest medical diagnostic innovations, investigative and legal procedures and techniques, evidence-based and creative SBS/AHT prevention programs and support for victim families.
Registration Now Open
2022 Registration Prices
| Physicians | $495 |
| General | $395 |
| Students | $250 |
| Families of Victims | $250 |
| Groups of 5-9* | $350 per attendee |
| Groups of 10+* | $300 per attendee |
*Groups must receive a group code prior to registering. Please contact conference administrators at . or (801) 447-9360 for more information on group rates.
Conference COVID Policy: The Eighteenth International Conference on SBS/AHT will observe CDC and local Philadelphia guidelines.
Babies and Toddlers Trauma Investigations Bootcamp
The NCSBS in partnership with Babies and Toddlers, Inc will be hosting a three-hour trauma investigations bootcamp directly following the Eighteenth International Conference on SBS/AHT on Tuesday, October 25, 2022 from 1pm-4pm. Babies and Toddlers Trauma Investigations Bootcamp offers specific, practical investigative and courtroom training for any law enforcement or legal professional involved in these complex cases. An agenda and more details will be available soon. You can register for the Bootcamp as a stand-alone event or you can register for the Bootcamp together with the SBS/AHT conference at a discounted rate.
Cost if registering for the Bootcamp only: $150
Cost if also registered for the NCSBS Conference: $125
Venue
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Loews Philadelphia Hotel
12 South 12th Street
Philadelphia, PA 19107
The Eighteenth International Conference on Shaken Baby Syndrome/Abusive Head Trauma will be held at the extraordinary Loews Philadelphia. The Loews is conveniently located in the heart of city next to the Reading Terminal, one of the country’s oldest and largest public markets. You’ll find everything you need to meet your food cravings!
The 30th Street Station is right across the street from the hotel as well so it is extremely easy to get to the hotel from anywhere along the East Coast.
The NCSBS has secured a greatly discounted rate of $209.00 (excluding taxes) a night.
Program
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Find the program as it currently stands below. More presentations will be added, so check back often for the most up-to-date schedule.
Sunday, October 23, 2022
Monday, October 24, 2022
Tuesday, October 25, 2022
Resources for Families
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The NCSBS recognizes that families and caregivers of victims of SBS may need additional support and services during their stay in Philadelphia. The Loews Philadelphia Hotel offers multiple accessible rooms and can accommodate additional requests to help make your stay as stress free as possible. For a guide to navigating accessibility in Philadelphia, please visit this link.
Family Reception
After the devastating injury or death of a child due to shaking, families and friends experience overwhelming grief and frustration. This conference provides an opportunity for families to connect with others to create a network of support. The NCSBS would like to invite all families to attend a gathering to honor the children and families affected by SBS/AHT. Light refreshments will be served and this event is open to all conference participants. Family reception is Monday, October 24th, 2022 from 5:00-7:00 PM.Financial Support
Limited funding is available this year to provide scholarships to families of victims of SBS/AHT. Families who have not attended an SBS/AHT Conference in the past or who have not received a scholarship from the NCSBS will be given priority. These funds shall be used exclusively towards hotel and travel costs. This assistance will be awarded in amounts up to $750. Funds will be reimbursed upon arrival at the conference with copies of all applicable receipts. To apply for the scholarship, please fill out the application found below. A committee will review all applications award based on financial need and desired outcomes of conference attendance.All applications must be emailed to the address below no later than October 24, 2022. Applying for scholarships does not guarantee you will receive assistance.
Download the Scholarship Application and fill in the requested fields. Please contact Makensie Dawson at with any questions.
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