Advances in Lactation Management 2026

Advances in Lactation Management

presented by Michigan Association of Lactation Consultants (MALC)

Featuring:

• Dr. Lisa Hammer
• Dr. Kathryn Lankton
• Dr. PaulaKay Schreck

Join us for an exciting event focused on the latest advances in lactation management! This in-person gathering will take place in the Moceri Learning Center's Qazi Auditorium at Corewell Health Troy Beaumont Hospital in Troy, MI, USA. Whether you're a lactation professional, a perinatal worker, physician, advanced practice provider, other healthcare professional, or interested in pursuing a lactation profession, this event is perfect for you. Don’t miss this chance to deepen your practice with evidence-based tools, expert insight, and practical knowledge. Expand your knowledge and network with like-minded individuals during this incredible opportunity to stay up-to-date with the latest advancements in lactation management!

Speakers:

Read more about our speakers in the line up!

Lisa Hammer, MD, IBCLC

Kathryn Lankton, MD, NABBLM-C, IBCLC

PaulaKay Schreck, MD, NABBLM-C, IBCLC, FABM

Continuing Education

An application has been made for this continuing education activity to the Ohio Nurses Association, an Ohio Board of Nursing approver. (OBN-001-91).

An application has also been made for Continuing Medical Education through the Michigan State University College of Osteopathic Medicine, Department of Continuing Medical Education (ACCME and AOA).

It has also been approved by the International Board of Lactation Consultant Examiners for 6.0 L-CERPs (Continuing Education Recognition Points), Approval #C2026679. Participants must sign in, attend the entire activity, and submit an evaluation form. Lisa Hammer, Kathryn Lankton, and PaulaKay Schreck acknowledge they have no actual or potential conflicts of interest to declare related to this program

Location

Corewell Troy Beaumont Hospital - Qazi Auditorium

For the Qazi Auditorium—attendees should look for the Moceri Family Learning Center. The learning center and its 175-seat multimedia auditorium are located on the ground floor on the west side of the campus, right near the Emergency Center.

https://corewellhealth.org/locations/LOC0000193221/corewell-health-beaumont-troy-hospital

44201 Dequindre Rd, Troy, MI 48085

Parking

• West Parking Lot (preferred): This surface lot provides the most direct outdoor access to the west side facilities and the Emergency Center area.
• Main Parking Garage: Located on the south side of the campus, this deck offers ample covered parking spaces. You can park here and follow the indoor corridors toward the west wing/Emergency Center area.

Walking Directions From Your Parking Choice

• From the West Parking Lot: Walk directly toward the Emergency Center / West Entrance. The Moceri Family Learning Center and its Qazi Auditorium are located on the ground level right inside this wing. This is the shortest outdoor walk.
• From the South Parking Garage: Enter through the main south building doors. Follow the indoor hospital signage corridors moving west toward the Emergency Center wing. The multimedia auditorium will be on the ground floor as you reach the west section of the facility.

Hotel Accommodations

The following hotels are in close proximity to the venue, though several others are also available.

SpringHill Suites by Marriott Detroit Sterling Heights

7575 17 Mile Rd, Sterling Heights, MI 48313

Fairfield by Marriott Inn & Suites Rochester Hills

3900 S Rochester Rd, Rochester Hills, MI 48307

Embassy Suites by Hilton Detroit Troy Auburn Hills

850 Tower Dr, Troy, MI 48098

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Detroit - Utica

45555 Utica Park Blvd, Utica, MI 48315

Contact

For questions about this event or contact hours please contact: hello@michganassociationoflactationconsultants.org

About MALC

MALC is an affiliate of USLCA. Its purpose is to create opportunities for education, networking, professional support, and recognition of the promotion and practice of International Board Certified Lactation Consultants and other lactation supporters.

All Vendors and Exhibitors participating in the conference have agreed to follow the guidelines of the International Code of Marketing of Breast-Milk Substitutes, the WHO Code.

Join today or renew your membership with your conference registration!

To learn more about MALC, visit:

w ww.michiganassociationoflactationconsultants.org