Pediatrics & Neonatology

About the Conference

Welcome to the 27th Annual Congress on Pediatrics & Neonatology, a premier international gathering dedicated to advancing pediatric and neonatal medicine, clinical practice, research, education, and child healthcare. Taking place in the historic city of Rome, Italy, on February 24–25, 2027, this prestigious two-day congress will bring together pediatricians, neonatologists, researchers, healthcare professionals, educators, and clinical experts to explore the latest developments in child and newborn healthcare.

Join a global community of pediatricians, neonatologists, pediatric surgeons, child health specialists, nurses, researchers, healthcare professionals, and medical innovators as they share knowledge, discuss emerging developments, and exchange innovative approaches to improve pediatric and neonatal care, promote healthy development, and enhance outcomes for children and newborns worldwide.

Why Attend?

• Gain insights from expert-led sessions covering advances in pediatrics, neonatology, newborn care, pediatric diseases, child development, and clinical management.
• Explore the latest developments in evidence-based pediatric medicine, neonatal intensive care, preventive healthcare, and child health research.
• Engage in meaningful discussions with global professionals shaping the future of pediatric and neonatal medicine and healthcare delivery.
• Build valuable connections with professionals from hospitals, universities, pediatric centers, research institutions, and healthcare organizations.
• Showcase your research, clinical experiences, and innovations through poster presentations, oral presentations, and interactive scientific sessions.
• Discover emerging approaches, technologies, and treatments transforming modern pediatric and neonatal healthcare.

Who Should Participate?

• Pediatricians and Neonatologists
• Pediatric Surgeons and Specialists
• Neonatal and Pediatric Nurses
• Child Health and Development Specialists
• Pediatric Researchers and Medical Scientists
• Pediatric Healthcare Professionals
• Medical Educators and Academicians
• Obstetricians and Maternal-Fetal Medicine Specialists
• Healthcare Administrators and Hospital Leaders
• Public Health and Community Health Professionals
• Pediatric Nutrition and Child Wellness Specialists
• Medical Students and Early-Career Professionals

As healthcare continues to evolve, pediatric and neonatal professionals remain at the forefront of providing safe, compassionate, evidence-based care for newborns, infants, children, and adolescents. The 27th Annual Congress on Pediatrics & Neonatology provides an excellent platform to exchange knowledge, present research, explore emerging innovations, and connect with professionals working to shape the future of pediatric and neonatal healthcare.

Join us in Rome on February 24–25, 2027, where pediatric excellence, neonatal innovation, medical research, and global collaboration come together to advance child and newborn healthcare and improve health outcomes worldwide.

Call for Abstracts

We invite pediatricians, neonatologists, pediatric surgeons, child health specialists, nurses, healthcare professionals, researchers, academicians, clinicians, and medical experts to submit abstracts for presentation at the 27th Annual Congress on Pediatrics & Neonatology, taking place on February 24–25, 2027, in Rome, Italy.

This is an excellent opportunity to present innovative research, clinical experiences, evidence-based practices, emerging treatments, healthcare strategies, and impactful case studies that are advancing pediatric and neonatal medicine, improving child and newborn care, and promoting better health outcomes worldwide.

Share your knowledge, showcase your research and clinical expertise, and contribute to meaningful scientific discussions that are shaping the future of pediatrics, neonatology, and child healthcare.

Abstract Categories Include:

• General Pediatrics and Clinical Practice
• Neonatology and Newborn Care
• Neonatal Intensive Care
• Pediatric Emergency and Critical Care
• Pediatric Surgery and Surgical Innovations
• Pediatric Cardiology
• Pediatric Neurology and Neurosciences
• Pediatric Infectious Diseases
• Pediatric Oncology and Hematology
• Pediatric Pulmonology and Respiratory Medicine
• Pediatric Gastroenterology and Nutrition
• Pediatric Endocrinology and Metabolic Disorders
• Pediatric Nephrology and Urology
• Pediatric Allergy and Immunology
• Pediatric Genetics and Rare Diseases
• Child Growth, Development, and Developmental Disorders
• Adolescent Medicine and Child Psychology
• Maternal-Fetal and Perinatal Medicine
• Breastfeeding, Infant Nutrition, and Pediatric Nutrition
• Immunization and Preventive Child Healthcare
• Child Health and Public Health
• Pediatric Pharmacology and Therapeutics
• Evidence-Based Pediatric and Neonatal Medicine
• Healthcare Innovation and Emerging Technologies
• Digital Health and Telemedicine in Pediatrics
• Pediatric Research and Clinical Practice Innovations
• Case Reports and Case Studies in Pediatrics & Neonatology
• Student Research and Early-Career Medical Studies

Submission Guidelines:

• Abstracts must be written in English and structured with Background, Methods, Results, and Conclusion.
• Word limit: 250–300 words.
• All submissions must be original and unpublished at the time of submission.
• Authors may indicate their preferred presentation format: Oral Presentation, Poster Presentation, or Workshop Presentation.
• Multiple abstract submissions are welcome from individuals, institutions, and research groups.

Visa Information for Attendees

We warmly welcome all international participants to the 27th Annual Congress on Pediatrics & Neonatology, taking place in Rome, Italy, on February 24–25, 2027. To ensure a smooth and hassle-free travel experience, we strongly recommend that attendees begin their visa application process well in advance of the congress dates.

Early preparation will help minimize potential delays and ensure you have sufficient time to complete all required travel and visa documentation.

Do You Need a Visa to Enter Italy?

Participants traveling from non-Schengen countries may need to obtain a short-stay Schengen visa to attend the 27th Annual Congress on Pediatrics & Neonatology in Rome. Visa requirements vary according to nationality and individual circumstances. We recommend checking with the nearest Italian Embassy or Consulate for the most accurate and up-to-date information.

Steps to Apply for a Schengen Visa for Italy

1. Check Visa Requirements

Visit the official Italian visa information portal to determine whether you require a visa and review the documentation required for your application.

2. Gather Required Documents

• A valid passport with sufficient validity beyond your intended stay
• Completed visa application form
• Proof of accommodation
• Travel medical insurance
• Flight itinerary or travel reservation
• Official conference invitation letter
• Proof of sufficient financial means
• Any additional documents requested by the Italian authorities

3. Request an Invitation Letter

After completing your congress registration, eligible participants may request an official invitation letter from the conference organizers. When requesting the letter, please provide your full name, passport details, and registration confirmation as required.

4. Schedule a Visa Appointment

Book an appointment with the appropriate Italian Embassy, Consulate, or authorized visa application center in your country. As processing times can vary, we recommend scheduling your appointment as early as possible.

5. Attend the Visa Appointment

Submit your completed application and supporting documents and provide biometric information, including fingerprints and a photograph, when required. Additional documentation or information may be requested by the visa authorities.

Important Notes

• The congress organizers are not authorized to influence or intervene in visa decisions. However, we will be pleased to provide eligible registered participants with the necessary official documentation to support their visa application.
• Visa processing times vary depending on the applicant's country, individual circumstances, and time of year. Applicants should check the latest processing information with the relevant Italian authorities.
• Please ensure that your visa, if required, covers the entire period of your intended stay in the Schengen Area, including your congress dates and travel period.
• Visa approval is solely determined by the relevant Italian immigration and consular authorities.

Need Assistance?

For visa-related inquiries or assistance with obtaining your official congress invitation letter, please contact the conference support team. We will be happy to guide you regarding the available conference documentation and registration requirements.

We look forward to welcoming you to Rome on February 24–25, 2027, for the 27th Annual Congress on Pediatrics & Neonatology, where pediatricians, neonatologists, researchers, educators, clinicians, and healthcare professionals will come together to share knowledge, exchange ideas, and advance the future of pediatric and neonatal healthcare.

Sessions & Tracks

General Pediatrics & Clinical Practice

General pediatrics encompasses comprehensive healthcare for infants, children, and adolescents. This area focuses on pediatric assessment, diagnosis, treatment, preventive care, growth monitoring, and management of common and complex childhood conditions. Sessions explore evidence-based clinical approaches, emerging diagnostic methods, and strategies for delivering safe, effective, and patient-centered pediatric care.

Neonatology & Newborn Care

Neonatal medicine focuses on the specialized care of newborns, particularly premature and critically ill infants. Topics include neonatal assessment, respiratory support, neonatal infections, thermoregulation, nutrition, developmental care, and management of neonatal complications. Sessions highlight advances in newborn care and approaches to improving short- and long-term outcomes.

Neonatal Intensive Care

Neonatal intensive care requires specialized knowledge, advanced technology, and multidisciplinary collaboration. Sessions address respiratory support, mechanical ventilation, neonatal resuscitation, monitoring of critically ill newborns, sepsis management, premature infant care, and other critical neonatal conditions. Discussions focus on evidence-based interventions and innovations that support improved neonatal outcomes.

Pediatric Emergency & Critical Care

Pediatric emergencies require rapid assessment, accurate diagnosis, and timely intervention. This area covers pediatric trauma, respiratory emergencies, shock, resuscitation, acute infections, poisoning, and critical illness. Sessions explore advanced emergency-care strategies, pediatric intensive care, monitoring technologies, and multidisciplinary approaches to managing critically ill children.

Pediatric Cardiology

Pediatric cardiology focuses on the diagnosis and management of cardiovascular conditions affecting infants, children, and adolescents. Topics include congenital heart disease, pediatric arrhythmias, cardiomyopathies, heart failure, cardiac imaging, interventional procedures, and postoperative care. Sessions highlight advances in diagnosis, treatment, and long-term management of pediatric cardiac conditions.

Pediatric Neurology & Neurosciences

Pediatric neurological disorders can significantly affect development, learning, and quality of life. Discussions include epilepsy, developmental disorders, neuromuscular diseases, cerebral palsy, pediatric headaches, neurogenetic conditions, and other neurological disorders. Sessions explore advances in diagnosis, neuroimaging, therapeutics, rehabilitation, and multidisciplinary care.

Pediatric Infectious Diseases

Infectious diseases remain an important concern in pediatric healthcare. This area explores childhood infections, antimicrobial therapy, vaccination, emerging infections, antimicrobial resistance, infection prevention, and outbreak management. Sessions focus on early diagnosis, evidence-based treatment, preventive strategies, and approaches to reducing the burden of infectious diseases among children.

Pediatric Oncology & Hematology

Pediatric oncology and hematology focus on the diagnosis and comprehensive management of childhood cancers and blood disorders. Topics include leukemia, lymphoma, solid tumors, anemia, bleeding disorders, immunological conditions, cancer therapies, survivorship, and supportive care. Discussions emphasize advances in treatment, precision medicine, psychosocial support, and improving long-term outcomes.

Pediatric Pulmonology & Respiratory Medicine

Respiratory disorders are among the common causes of illness in children. Sessions address asthma, pneumonia, bronchiolitis, chronic respiratory diseases, sleep-related breathing disorders, cystic fibrosis, and other pediatric pulmonary conditions. Discussions explore advances in respiratory diagnosis, treatment, ventilation, prevention, and long-term respiratory care.

Pediatric Gastroenterology, Hepatology & Nutrition

This area focuses on gastrointestinal, liver, and nutritional disorders affecting infants and children. Topics include pediatric inflammatory bowel disease, liver disorders, malabsorption, food allergies, feeding difficulties, obesity, nutritional deficiencies, and intestinal disorders. Sessions explore diagnostic advances, nutritional interventions, therapeutic approaches, and strategies for supporting healthy growth and development.

Pediatric Endocrinology & Metabolic Disorders

Pediatric endocrine and metabolic conditions can affect growth, development, and overall health. Topics include diabetes, thyroid disorders, growth abnormalities, obesity, metabolic disorders, puberty-related conditions, and inherited endocrine diseases. Sessions examine advances in diagnosis, monitoring, treatment, and personalized approaches to pediatric endocrine care.

Pediatric Nephrology & Urology

Pediatric nephrology and urology address kidney, urinary tract, and related developmental disorders in children. Discussions include congenital urinary abnormalities, pediatric kidney disease, nephrotic syndrome, urinary tract infections, hypertension, renal failure, and pediatric urological conditions. Sessions highlight advances in diagnosis, medical management, surgical approaches, and long-term kidney health.

Pediatric Allergy, Immunology & Rheumatology

Immune-mediated and inflammatory disorders can significantly impact childhood health. This area covers food and environmental allergies, asthma-related immune conditions, primary immunodeficiencies, autoimmune diseases, and pediatric rheumatological disorders. Sessions explore modern diagnostic techniques, immunotherapies, disease management, and multidisciplinary approaches to improving outcomes.

Pediatric Genetics & Rare Diseases

Genetic and rare diseases often require early recognition and specialized multidisciplinary care. Topics include genetic testing, genomic medicine, inherited disorders, chromosomal abnormalities, rare pediatric syndromes, and precision medicine. Discussions explore advances in genetic diagnosis, targeted therapies, counseling, and coordinated long-term care for children with rare conditions.

Child Growth, Development & Developmental Disorders

Healthy physical, cognitive, emotional, and social development is fundamental to childhood wellbeing. Sessions address developmental assessment, growth monitoring, developmental delays, autism spectrum disorders, learning difficulties, behavioral conditions, and early intervention. Discussions emphasize early identification, multidisciplinary support, family involvement, and individualized developmental care.

Adolescent Medicine & Mental Health

Adolescence is a critical stage involving significant physical, emotional, and social development. Topics include adolescent mental health, eating disorders, substance use, reproductive health, obesity, behavioral challenges, and health promotion. Sessions explore confidential, respectful, and developmentally appropriate approaches to adolescent healthcare.

Maternal-Fetal & Perinatal Medicine

Maternal and fetal health has a direct impact on neonatal outcomes. This area explores high-risk pregnancy, fetal development, prenatal diagnosis, maternal complications, fetal monitoring, preterm birth, and perinatal interventions. Sessions highlight collaboration between obstetric, fetal medicine, neonatal, and pediatric teams to improve outcomes for mothers and newborns.

Breastfeeding, Infant Nutrition & Pediatric Nutrition

Nutrition plays a central role in healthy growth and development. Sessions address breastfeeding, complementary feeding, infant nutrition, nutritional support for premature infants, childhood obesity, micronutrient deficiencies, and specialized pediatric nutrition. Discussions focus on evidence-based nutritional strategies that support healthy development and prevent nutrition-related disorders.

Immunization & Preventive Child Healthcare

Preventive healthcare is essential for reducing childhood illness and promoting lifelong health. Topics include childhood immunization, vaccination strategies, screening programs, preventive examinations, health education, and disease prevention. Sessions explore approaches to improving vaccination coverage and strengthening preventive healthcare services for children and families.

Pediatric Surgery & Surgical Innovations

Pediatric surgery requires specialized techniques and multidisciplinary expertise tailored to developing children. Topics include congenital anomalies, minimally invasive surgery, neonatal surgery, pediatric trauma, gastrointestinal surgery, urological procedures, and postoperative care. Sessions highlight surgical innovations, advanced technologies, and approaches that support safe recovery and improved outcomes.

Pediatric Pharmacology & Therapeutics

Safe and effective medication use in children requires careful consideration of age, weight, development, and pharmacokinetics. Sessions address pediatric drug development, medication safety, dosing, adverse effects, antimicrobial therapy, precision therapeutics, and emerging treatments. Discussions emphasize evidence-based prescribing and strategies for improving medication safety in pediatric populations.

Digital Health, Telemedicine & Pediatric Technology

Digital transformation is creating new opportunities for pediatric and neonatal healthcare. Topics include telemedicine, electronic health records, remote monitoring, mobile health applications, artificial intelligence, digital diagnostics, and clinical decision-support systems. Sessions explore the responsible use of technology to improve access, continuity, diagnosis, monitoring, and delivery of child healthcare.

Pediatric Research & Evidence-Based Medicine

Research and evidence-based medicine are essential for advancing pediatric and neonatal care. This area focuses on clinical research, epidemiology, translational research, clinical trials, research methodologies, and implementation of scientific evidence. Sessions provide opportunities to present research findings and explore approaches for translating evidence into improved pediatric and neonatal practice.

Pediatric Rehabilitation & Supportive Care

Children with chronic illnesses, developmental conditions, injuries, or disabilities may require comprehensive rehabilitation and supportive services. Topics include physical rehabilitation, occupational therapy, speech and language support, developmental therapies, pain management, and psychosocial care. Sessions emphasize multidisciplinary and family-centered approaches that promote independence and quality of life.

Child Health, Public Health & Global Pediatrics

Child health is influenced by healthcare access, socioeconomic conditions, environment, nutrition, and public health policies. Discussions address global child health challenges, health disparities, disease prevention, community interventions, maternal-child health, and healthcare accessibility. Sessions explore sustainable approaches to improving health outcomes among children across diverse populations.

Healthcare Innovation & Emerging Technologies

Rapid advances in medical technology continue to transform pediatric and neonatal medicine. Topics include artificial intelligence, robotics, wearable devices, advanced imaging, precision medicine, genomic technologies, and innovative treatment approaches. Sessions examine how emerging technologies can be integrated responsibly while maintaining safety, ethical standards, and compassionate patient-centered care.

Case Studies & Clinical Practice Innovations

Clinical case studies and practice innovations provide valuable opportunities to share real-world experiences and practical approaches to pediatric and neonatal healthcare challenges. This area welcomes unique clinical cases, innovative treatments, diagnostic experiences, successful care models, and emerging clinical practices. Sessions encourage knowledge exchange among pediatricians, neonatologists, researchers, educators, and healthcare professionals while highlighting approaches that can improve care and outcomes for children and newborns.

Market Analysis

The global market for pediatric healthcare, neonatal care, child health services, pediatric pharmaceuticals, medical technologies, and specialized clinical care is experiencing continued growth, driven by increasing healthcare needs, advances in medical technology, rising awareness of childhood diseases, improved survival of premature and critically ill newborns, and growing investment in child and maternal healthcare. These developments strongly align with the objectives of the 27th Annual Congress on Pediatrics & Neonatology, which will be held in Rome, Italy, on February 24–25, 2027.

Pediatric and neonatal healthcare remains a fundamental component of global healthcare systems, providing essential services across hospitals, children's medical centers, neonatal intensive care units, primary healthcare facilities, research institutions, and community health settings. Growing demand for specialized pediatric services and the increasing complexity of childhood and neonatal conditions are creating greater need for healthcare professionals with advanced clinical, diagnostic, technological, and research expertise.

At the same time, healthcare organizations and governments are placing greater emphasis on child health promotion, preventive care, early diagnosis, neonatal survival, vaccination, nutrition, and pediatric workforce development. Investments in specialized training, clinical research, and healthcare infrastructure are helping healthcare systems improve their capacity to address the evolving needs of newborns, children, and adolescents.

The rapid adoption of artificial intelligence, digital health, telemedicine, advanced imaging, remote monitoring, genomic medicine, and precision healthcare is also transforming modern pediatric and neonatal medicine. These technologies are creating new opportunities for earlier diagnosis, personalized treatment, continuous monitoring, and improved clinical decision-making. Healthcare professionals increasingly require specialized education and training to effectively integrate emerging technologies into pediatric and neonatal practice.

The growing focus on premature births, neonatal complications, congenital conditions, chronic childhood diseases, developmental disorders, and pediatric emergencies is further increasing demand for specialized healthcare services. Neonatal and pediatric professionals play an important role in intensive care, disease management, rehabilitation, preventive healthcare, nutrition, developmental support, and long-term follow-up.

Furthermore, increasing attention to patient safety, evidence-based medicine, infection prevention, vaccination, clinical quality, family-centered care, and personalized treatment is strengthening the importance of specialized pediatric and neonatal professionals. Hospitals and healthcare institutions are investing in advanced clinical practices, multidisciplinary care models, specialized equipment, and research programs to improve outcomes for newborns and children.

The global pediatric and neonatal healthcare sector is also seeing increased collaboration between universities, children's hospitals, neonatal centers, research institutions, pharmaceutical companies, medical technology companies, and healthcare organizations. Such partnerships are supporting clinical research, medical innovation, workforce development, development of new therapies, and the implementation of evidence-based approaches in child healthcare.

These evolving market trends highlight the importance of continuous medical education, clinical research, technological innovation, specialized training, preventive healthcare, and international collaboration within pediatrics and neonatology. The 27th Annual Congress on Pediatrics & Neonatology provides an important platform for pediatricians, neonatologists, researchers, healthcare professionals, educators, and industry experts to exchange knowledge, present innovations, explore emerging developments, and contribute to the continued advancement of pediatric and neonatal healthcare.