Caring for children, supporting each other

BAPHON connects pediatric hematology/oncology nurses across Northern California through education, networking, and advocacy for our patients and families.

Join BAPHON Upcoming Events

Who We Are

BAPHON is the Bay Area local chapter of APHON (Association of Pediatric Hematology/Oncology Nurses), a national professional organization dedicated to optimal nursing care for children and adolescents with cancer and their families.

We plan educational events and an annual symposium, as well as networking opportunities for our chapter members and other interested nurses throughout Northern California.

View Events 📄 Latest Newsletter Contact Us

Official Local Chapter of

BAPHON is a 501(c) nonprofit organization.

EIN: 77-0149547

10th

Annual Symposium — 2026

BAPHON members in superhero capes at the Golden Gate Bridge

10th Annual Symposium — May 2, 2026

TENder Hearts & TENacious Minds

Hyatt Regency San Francisco · A celebration of 10 years with 60+ attendees, incredible speakers, and a surprise dino appearance! 🦕

BAPHON board with APHON Bay Area Chapter banner

View Full Gallery →

Upcoming Events

See All Events

2027 Annual Symposium · April 30 – May 1

Interested in Exhibiting or Sponsoring?

Join us at the Flamingo Resort & Spa, Santa Rosa — connect with pediatric hematology/oncology nurses across Northern California.

Exhibit With Us →

🛍️ BAPHON Merch Store is Open!

Show your BAPHON pride with our official merchandise. All proceeds support our chapter's mission.

Shop BAPHON Swag

Events

Educational events, symposiums, and networking opportunities for pediatric hematology/oncology nurses.

Upcoming BAPHON Events

Nov

5

2026

Fall CE Dinner (San Francisco)

Topic: Integrative Medicine in Treatment of Pain and Distressing Symptoms in Children

Speaker: Dr. Stefan Friedrichsdorf, MD · Osha Thai Embarcadero, 4 Embarcadero Ctr, San Francisco, CA

Time: Check-in 6:30 PM · Dinner & lecture 7:00 PM

Pricing: $40 Members / $70 Non-Members · No refunds or transfers

BAPHON Event

Register →

Aug

18

2026

Summer CE Dinner (Peninsula)

Topic: Silent Struggles, Skilled Care: Nursing and Sickle Cell Disease

Speaker: Dr. Anju Goyal, MD · Angelica's, 863 Main St, Redwood City, CA

Time: 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM

BAPHON Event

Register →

Apr

30

2027

BAPHON 11th Annual Symposium — Save the Date!

Reflect, Recharge, & Reignite · April 30 – May 1, 2027

Flamingo Resort & Spa, Santa Rosa, CA

BAPHON Event

Other Upcoming Events

May

13

2026

APHON's Spring Educational Exchange

May 13–14, 2026 · Virtual

APHON National

Learn More →

Sep

16

2026

APHON 50th Annual Conference & Exhibit

September 16–18, 2026 · Renasant Convention Center, Memphis, Tennessee

APHON National

Past BAPHON Events

May

2

2026

BAPHON 10th Annual Symposium ✓

TENder Hearts & TENacious Minds · Hyatt Regency San Francisco

Past Event

Feb

25

2026

Winter CE Dinner — East Bay ✓

Topic: Pediatric Anemia · Dr. Lisa Goodman, MD · Trader Vic's, Emeryville

Past Event

Nov

5

2025

Fall CE Dinner — San Francisco ✓

Challenges Caring for Young Adults with Cancer · Dr. Josh Fronk, DO · Osha Thai, SF

Past Event

Aug

5

2025

Summer CE Dinner — Peninsula ✓

Bleeding Disorders · Lauren Edelman, MSN, CPNP-PC · Angelica's, Redwood City

Past Event

APHON Education & Certification

Any

Time

Preparing for the CPHON Exam

Online — Ongoing · APHON ACE Center

Ongoing

Enroll →

Any

Time

APHON Chemo & Biotherapy Provider Courses

Check APHON website for upcoming class dates

Ongoing

View Schedule →

Any

Time

COG Nursing Discipline Lectures

Available on Vimeo · Free

Ongoing

Watch →

📬 Have an event to post? Email events@baphon.org

Membership

Why Join BAPHON?

Connect with a local community of pediatric hematology/oncology nurses who understand your work.
Take part in educational events and an annual symposium to stay current in the field.
Build relationships with Bay Area colleagues who share your commitment to improving care for children with cancer.
Strengthen your professional network through a chapter that combines learning, collaboration, and support.

Membership Levels

1-Year Membership

$40

per year

Join Now

Best Value

2-Year Membership

$65

for 2 years (save $15)

Join Now

Student Membership

$20

per year

Join Now

BSN, MSN, or Allied Health students. Proof of enrollment required.

⭐ APHON Member? Please have your APHON membership information ready when joining or renewing.

Questions? Email membership@baphon.org

Join or Renew

🌟

Ready to join BAPHON?

Membership is processed securely through Wild Apricot. Click below to join or renew — it only takes a few minutes.

Join or Renew on Wild Apricot →

Officers

2026–2028 BAPHON Officers

President, Sponsor Liaison

Jessica Meyappan, MSN, RN, OCN

Stanford Medicine Children's Health

Co-Vice President

Courtney Erickson, BSN, RN

UC Davis Children's Hospital

Co-Vice President

Jennifer Moon, MSN, FNP-C

Stanford Medicine Children's Health

Treasurer

Morgan Driskill, RN, BSN, CPN

UCSF Benioff Children's Hospital San Francisco

Secretary

Stacy Kawula, RN, MSN, CPHON

Kaiser Permanente Oakland

Sponsor Liaison

Lauren Matamoros, BSN, RN, CPHON, PED-BC

Stanford Medicine Children's Health

Membership Chair, Conference Co-Chair

Christine Lin, PNP

Stanford Medicine Children's Health

Conference Co-Chair

Vince Fok, MSN, RN, CPHON, CPN

Stanford Medicine Children's Health

Co-Event Coordinator

Janelle Ho, PNP

Stanford Medicine Children's Health San Francisco

Co-Event Coordinator

Carly Hoffman, CPNP, CPON

UCSF Benioff Children's Hospital

Social Media / Co-Volunteer Coordinator

Allison Hager, RN

Stanford Medicine Children's Health

Co-Volunteer Coordinator, Speaker Liaison

Ryan Jann, MSN, RN, CPHON, CPN

UCSF Benioff Children's Hospital

Volunteer Board Members

Mena Akbar, BSN, RN — UCSF Benioff Children's Hospital Oakland
Isabella Cristobal — Nursing Student — University of San Francisco
Karina Espinoza, BSN, RN — Speaker Liaison — Kaiser Permanente Oakland
Anita Johnson, RN, BSN, CPON, TCTCN — Logistics & Presentation Support Coordinator — Stanford Medicine Children's Health
Nichole Mosher, CPNP — Stanford Medicine Children's Health at John Muir
Meghan Patterson, RN, BSN — Stanford Medicine Children's Health
Lucy Richardson, BSN, RN — Website Chair
Anita Sharma, PNP — Stanford Medicine Children's Health

Photo Gallery

Moments from BAPHON symposiums, events, and gatherings over the years.

10th Annual Symposium — May 2, 2026

Dr. Betsy Young presenting at the symposium

Registration table — APHON Bay Area Chapter

Resources & Links

2026 Sponsors

Thank you to our generous sponsors who support BAPHON's mission.

Contact Us

Get in Touch

📧

General inquiries:
info@baphon.org

📅

Events:
events@baphon.org

🪪

Membership:
membership@baphon.org

🤝

Sponsorship:
sponsors@baphon.org

🌐

baphon.org

Quick Actions

Join / Renew Membership View Upcoming Events Register for Events Shop BAPHON Merchandise

11th Annual Symposium — April 30–May 1, 2027

Supporters & Exhibitors

BAPHON depends on and is grateful for the organizations that help make our educational events outstanding. By supporting BAPHON, your organization demonstrates its commitment to pediatric hematology/oncology nursing education across Northern California. Your support helps us host CE dinners, symposiums, and provide educational opportunities to our chapter members.

Questions? Contact our Sponsor Liaison: sponsors@baphon.org

Levels of Support

All supporters will be recognized on the BAPHON website.

Platinum

$5,500

✦ Table at two-day Annual Symposium (April 30–May 1)
✦ Company logo in conference program
✦ Logo display at breakfast, lunch, & breaks
✦ Company logo on Sponsor Bingo Card
✦ Logo displayed on welcome tote bag
✦ Dedicated logo/info slide in conference slideshow
✦ Table at both CE Dinners (Winter & Fall)

Gold

$4,500

✦ Table at two-day Annual Symposium (April 30–May 1)
✦ Company logo in conference program
✦ Logo display at breakfast, lunch, & breaks
✦ Company logo on Sponsor Bingo Card
✦ Table at one CE Dinner (Winter or Fall)

Silver

$3,500

✦ Table at two-day Annual Symposium (April 30–May 1)
✦ Company logo in conference program
✦ Logo display at breakfast, lunch, & breaks

2027 Exhibitor Interest Form

Complete this form to express your interest in supporting BAPHON's 11th Annual Symposium (April 30–May 1, 2027, Flamingo Resort & Spa, Santa Rosa, CA). Our sponsor liaison will follow up with full exhibitor package details and payment information.

Caring for children, supporting each other

Who We Are

TENder Hearts & TENacious Minds

Interested in Exhibiting or Sponsoring?

🛍️ BAPHON Merch Store is Open!

Events

Fall CE Dinner (San Francisco)

Summer CE Dinner (Peninsula)

BAPHON 11th Annual Symposium — Save the Date!

APHON's Spring Educational Exchange

APHON 50th Annual Conference & Exhibit