Global Health Annual Symposia: Connecting Communities through Innovation
When:
8:30 a.m. - 5 p.m. CST on April 26, 2024
Who:
BCM Global Programs invites you to register for our upcoming symposium. Open to participants worldwide, this is your opportunity to join a diverse community of individuals passionate about Global Health. We extend a warm welcome to attendees from across the nation and around the world. Secure your spot and register for the symposium now to be part of this inclusive and enriching event.
Where:
Cullen Auditorium and Rayzor Lounge
Cullen Building
1 Baylor Plaza
Houston, TX 77030
Baylor College of Medicine’s Global Programs, in collaboration with the student organization BCM Global Health Interest Group, proudly presents the inaugural symposium aimed at showcasing innovative global health research and education.
This event aligns with our overarching mission to make meaningful and lasting contributions to healthcare through innovation, research, training, and patient care. As we mark our 10th anniversary as the governing body for all international programs and initiatives at BCM, we seek to celebrate and propel our commitment to advancing global health. Recognition will be given to the two best posters at the symposium.
Video Highlights
Opening Remarks
Toward Real Impact: Working Together to Save Newborn Lives in Africa
Magnifying Impact: How Brands are Contributing to Global Health Solutions and Delivery
Global Health is Local Health: Bridging the Divide for a Healthier Tomorrow
Empowering Tomorrow’s Leaders: Exploring BCM Residency Programs and Global Workforce Development Initiatives
Gallery
Agenda
Time | Session |
8:30 a.m. - 10 a.m. | Poster SessionBiotechnologies and Innovation |
| Guest SpeakersMaria Oden, Ph.D., M.S., B.S.E. Maddy Kulkarni, M.B.A. |
12:30 p.m. - 1:30 p.m. | Networking Lunch |
1:30 p.m. - 2:15 p.m. | Guest SpeakerUmair A. Shah, M.D., M.P.H. |
2:30 p.m. - 4 p.m. | Poster SessionEducation and Training |
4 p.m. - 4:45 p.m. | Panel SessionEmpowering Tomorrow's Leaders: Exploring BCM Residency Programs and Global Workforce Development Initiatives
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4:45 p.m. - 5 p.m. | AwardsHonoring the Recipients of the Best Poster and Photography Awards |
Guest Speakers
Maria Oden, Ph.D., M.S., B.S.E.
Toward Real Impact: Working Together to Save Newborn Lives in Africa
Maddy Kulkarni, M.B.A.
Magnifying Impact: How Brands are Contributing to Global Health Solutions and Delivery
Umair A. Shah, M.D., M.P.H.
Global Health is Local Health: Bridging the Divide for a Healthier Tomorrow
Panel Session
Rahel S. Selassie, M.D., Anesthesiology
Moderator
Kelli Diane Barbour, M.D., M.Sc, M.A., OB/GYN
Panelist
Heather Haq, M.D., MHS, Pediatrics
Panelist
Rachel W. Davis, M.D., Surgery
Panelist
Best Poster Awards
Biotechnologies and Innovation
A Continuous Respiratory Rate Monitor Intended for Low-resource Settings: A Device Validation Study
Authors: Dr. Amee Amin, Joshua Coyle, Dr. Maria Oden, Dr. Monika Patil and Dr. Rebecca Richards-Kortum
Education and Training
Mental Health Service Need and Utilization in an Afghan Refugee Community
Authors: Angelica Garcia Keeme-Sayre, Dr. Ila Gautham, Karissa A. Chesky, Laiba Asif and Dr. Sophia Banu