The 2026 Ginny Kennedy Palys Annual Symposium
About
Where emergency medicine
meets high performance.
Step up to the plate at the Ginny Kennedy Palys Annual Symposium on May 28, 2026. This dynamic, CME-accredited program delivers four hours of cutting-edge content, from a statewide research showcase to advocacy wins and reimbursement strategies specific to Illinois practice.
Headlining the event, MLB legend Ron Kittle brings powerful insights on leadership, resilience, and performing when it matters most. Join colleagues from across the state for a fast-paced day designed to sharpen clinical expertise, strengthen leadership, and elevate your impact in the ED.
CME
4 HRS
AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™, accredited by ACEP.
Reach
ILLINOIS
Statewide network of EM professionals.
Format
FULL DAY
Education, BBQ lunch, and a White Sox game.
Focus
HOME FIELD
Advocacy and reimbursement for IL practice.
Keynote · 8:00 AM
From the dugout
to the ED.
Leadership lessons from an MLB legend on resilience, performance under pressure, and what it takes to lead a team when the game is on the line.
Ron Kittle
Retired MLB · Chicago White Sox
Schedule
A day at the ballpark.
Subject to change
01 / Morning
Sessions · 7:00 — 11:45 AM
07:00 — 07:25
Registration, Breakfast & Visit with Exhibitors
07:25 — 07:30
Welcome & Introduction
Christopher Colbert, DO, FACEP, FACOEP · Joseph Palter, MD
07:30 — 08:00
Review the Tape: Statewide Research Showcase
Moderator: Shu Chan, MD, FACEP
08:00 — 08:25
★ Keynote
From the Dugout to ED: Leadership Lessons from an MLB Legend
Ron Kittle — Retired MLB White Sox Player
08:25 — 08:45
Break & Visit the Exhibits
08:45 — 09:08
ICEP Update
Amit Arwindekar, MD, MBA, FACEP — ICEP President
09:08 — 09:15
ICEP Awards Presentation
Amit Arwindekar, MD, MBA, FACEP
09:15 — 09:40
Stepping Up to the Plate: Advocacy Wins That Delivered
Moderator: Kristen Donaldson, MD, MPH, FACEP · Ryan Stanton, MD, FACEP · Thomas Sugarman, MD, FACEP
09:40 — 10:00
Break & Visit the Exhibits
10:00 — 10:30
From Chart to Check: Decoding the Illinois Pay Pathway
James Shoemaker, MD, FACEP · Nicholas Cozzi, MD, FACEP
10:30 — 11:05
Resident Speaker Competition
Moderator: Christopher Colbert, DO, FACEP, FACOEP
11:05 — 11:45
Gut Reactions: GLP-1 Complications Walking Through Your ED Entrance
Moderator: Joseph Palter, MD · Theresa Schwab, MD · Bill Schroeder, DO · Scott Yilk, MD
11:45
Adjourn
02 / Afternoon
Lunch & First Pitch
11:45
BBQ Lunch
1:10
First Pitch · White Sox Game
Registration
Get your ticket.
Includes breakfast, four hours of CME, BBQ lunch, and a White Sox game ticket.
ICEP / ACEP Member
$200
Non-Member Physician
$250
Nurse / Paramedic / PA
$175
Resident
$75
Medical Student
$50
Bring a Guest
Lunch & Game
$80
Game Only
$27
Add-on
Parking Pass
$20
Research Forum
Submit your abstract or case report.
Download the application to submit research for presentation at the 2026 Spring Symposium Research Forum.
Location
Inside Guaranteed Rate Field.
Home of the Chicago White Sox — a state-of-the-art conference space combined with all the energy of a major league ballpark.
Conference Center
333 W 35TH ST · CHICAGO, IL 60616
Parking
On-site ($20 add-on)
Transit
Red Line — Sox-35th
Hours
07:00 — 13:10
FAQ
Common questions.
How many CME hours are offered?+
This event offers 4 hours of AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™, accredited by ACEP through joint providership with the Illinois College of Emergency Physicians.
Is the White Sox game ticket really included?+
Yes — your registration includes a ticket to the Chicago White Sox game at 1:10 PM. After a morning of high-impact learning, enjoy America’s favorite pastime with your colleagues.
What’s included with registration?+
Access to all sessions, 4 hours of CME credit, continental breakfast, BBQ lunch, exhibitor displays, and a White Sox game ticket.
Where do I park?+
On-site parking at Guaranteed Rate Field is $20. The venue is also accessible via Red Line (Sox-35th).
Who should attend?+
Emergency medicine physicians, residents, and advanced practice providers across Illinois.
CME Accreditation Statement
This activity has been planned and implemented in accordance with the accreditation requirements and policies of the ACCME through the joint providership of the American College of Emergency Physicians and the Illinois College of Emergency Physicians. ACEP is accredited by ACCME to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
ACEP designates this live activity for a maximum of 4.00 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation.
Approved by ACEP for a maximum of 4.00 hours of ACEP Category I credit.
05.28.2026
Take
The Field.
Join colleagues from across Illinois for a day of high-impact education, networking, and Chicago fun.
Register Now →QUESTIONS? MARYT@ICEP.ORG · 630.495.6400