Program Overview
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​​Join us for three days of transformative learning, networking, and collaboration. The 2026 LSS Surgical Symposium brings together leading surgeons, researchers, and medical professionals from across the nation.
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From opening keynotes to specialized breakout sessions, from research presentations to professional development workshops, this program is designed to advance your career and expand your network.
Times and locations subject to change.
3
Day Event
5
Networking Event
25+
Featured Sessions
30+
Academic Leaders
Program at a Glance
Quick overview of each day's schedule with key highlights and locations
Morning
8:00 AM – 12:00 PM
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Registration opens
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Community service project
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Leadership meetings
Midday
12:00 PM – 3:00 PM
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Specialty breakout sessions
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Advisory committee meetings
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Lunch provided
Afternoon
3:00 PM – 6:00 PM
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Student & resident workshops
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Mentor matching sessions
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Networking break
Evening
6:00 AM – 9:00 PM
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Welcome reception
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Opening remarks
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Networking & refreshments
Day Highlights
Deep dive into each day's key moments and featured programming
Friday
April 24, 2026
The Study Hotel
Registration, community engagement, and networking kickoff with specialty-focused breakout sessions and leadership meetings.
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Registration & Welcome (8:00 AM)

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Community Outreach Service Project (9:00 AM)


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LSS Leadership & Advisory Meetings (1:00 PM)


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Specialty Group Breakouts (3:00 PM)


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Student & Resident Workshops (4:00 PM)


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Welcome Reception & Opening Remarks (6:00 PM)
Saturday
April 25, 2026
University of Chicago Campus
Full day of keynote presentations, research sessions, and professional development with networking breaks and evening social events.
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Walk/Run/Roll & Breakfast (7:00 AM)
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Opening Keynotes (9:00 AM)
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Institutional Spotlights (10:30 AM)
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Research Plenary Sessions (11:30 AM)
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Breakout Research Sessions (2:00 PM)
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Career Development Workshops (3:30 PM)
Sunday
April 26, 2026
The Study Hotel
Business meeting, closing keynote from Dr. Carlos Pellegrini, presidential panel, and awards ceremony to conclude the symposium.
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Breakfast & Information Desk (8:00 AM)
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LSS Business Meeting (9:00 AM)
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Organizational Updates (10:00 AM)
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Closing Keynote: Dr. Carlos Pellegrini (11:00 AM)
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Presidential Panel Discussion (12:00 PM)
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Awards & Closing Ceremony (1:00 PM)
Featured Sessions
Don't miss these highlighted presentations and workshops
Saturday, 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM
Opening Keynote: The Future of Surgery
University of Chicago
Dr. Maria Rodriguez
Saturday, 2:00 PM – 3:30 PM
Advancing Health Equity in Surgical Care
University of Chicago
Dr. Juan Martinez
Saturday, 3:30 PM – 5:00 PM
Career Development: Navigating Academic Surgery
University of Chicago
Panel Discussion
Sunday, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Closing Keynote with Dr. Carlos Pellegrini
The Study Hotel
Dr. Carlos Pellegrini, MD
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