Workshops, Symposiums, and Conferences
The Department of Surgery hosts a variety of events throughout the year featuring speakers from the Texas Medical center and around the country on topics and innovations in the area of surgery.
Upcoming Events
Symposium on the Modern Management of Metabolic Syndrome and Obesity
May 11, 2024
The 2024 Symposium on the Modern Management of Metabolic Syndrome and Obesity will provide the learners with the current state of metabolic syndrome as a disease of epidemic proportions, our current understanding of its causes, and how available treatments help reverse this disease.
Advances in Critical Care
Oct. 11-12, 2024
This annual Advances in Critical Care conference features speakers from the Texas Medical Center and around the country from all aspects of critical care.
Current Trends in Aortic and Cardiovascular Therapy
Nov. 1- 2, 2024
We have secured the commitments of world-class experts in their fields, who will come together in Houston, Texas, during our two-day conference on Nov. 1 and 2, 2024.
Essential Surgery Skills Course
Sept. 18-23, 2023
The course provides a six-day skills conference leading to certification in Tropical Surgery, Obstetrics and Gynecology. Physicians train to provide emergent surgical care in low surgeon-density, humanitarian and disaster contexts. They also network and collaborate with physicians dedicated to improving access to surgical and anesthetic services worldwide.
12th Annual Research Day
June 4-5, 2024
This annual symposium highlights the academic achievements of the trainees in the Michael E. DeBakey Department of Surgery.
