Conferences Pediatric Hematology-Oncology Quality and Safety Conference
Texas Children’s Cancer and Hematology Center is offering a conference in Quality and Safety. The goal of the conference is to advance a culture of integrated quality improvement in Pediatric Hematology and Oncology, provide a forum to share and discuss ongoing initiatives, and foster collaborative work in Pediatric Hematology-Oncology quality and safety. The symposium will feature keynote speakers and a poster session.
When
Thursday, November 5, 2026
11:00 am – 5:00 pm
Friday, November 6, 2026
7:30 am – 4:00 pm
Where
Texas Children's Legacy Tower, 16th floor auditorium
6651 Main Street
Houston, TX 77030
Target Audience
Physicians, residents, fellows, advanced practice providers, nurses, social workers, pharmacists and other healthcare professionals.
Featured Speakers
Keynote: David Johnson, MD
Professor, Division of Pediatric Hospital Medicine
Director of Quality, Department of Pediatrics
Vanderbilt University School of Medicine
Title: "Leading Change: Empowering Teams with Data for Improvement"
Claire Stokes, MD
Assistant Professor of Pediatrics
Emory University, Atlanta, GA
Register here: https://orit.research.bcm.edu/R5T80IF3WH2/TXCHQualityConference
Agenda pending
Abstract Submission
All conference attendees are encouraged to submit abstracts and present a poster during the conference. Abstract topics will be Hematology, Oncology, Bone Marrow Transplant, General Operations and Other.
The poster session will be on November 6, 2026 from 11:45 am to 1:00 pm
Submit abstracts here: https://orit.research.bcm.edu/R5T80IF3WH2/TXCHQualityConference
CME and NCPD Information
This CME is provided by Texas Children’s Hospital.
This NCPD activity is jointly provided by Texas Children’s Hospital and Baylor College of Medicine.
Target Audience
Physicians, residents, fellows, advanced practice providers, nurses, social workers, pharmacists and other healthcare professionals
Educational Objectives
At the conclusion of the lecture, the participants should be better able to:
• Integrate Quality and Patient Safety standards into Pediatric Hematology and Oncology clinical practice.
• Identify the key components of Quality Improvement Programs in Pediatric Hematology and Oncology institutions.
• Understand the use of data to lead to changes and improvements
Desired Learning Outcome
At the conclusion of this conference, 90% of participants will identify at least one concept learned to enhance prioritization in quality and safety standards within the Pediatric Hematology and Oncology field based on information learned during the session(s).
Accreditation/Credit Statement
Texas Children’s Hospital is accredited by the Texas Medical Association to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
Texas Children’s Hospital designates this live activity for a maximum of 11 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s) TM. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
Texas Children’s Hospital is accredited with distinction as a provider of nursing continuing professional development by the American Nurses Credentialing Center's Commission on Accreditation. This NCPD activity will award up to 11.0 contact hours.
Company Support Acknowledgement
This CME/CNE activity is supported by grant from Northwestern Mutual, www.northwesternmutual.com
Disclosure
Persons involved in the planning of this activity have reported no relevant financial relationships with any ineligible company.
Contact Information
For questions or additional information, please email inquiries to Florence Noel at fxnoel@texaschildrens.org, or by telephone at 832-822-1539.
Hotel Information
Guest Rate Location:
InterContinental Houston
6750 Main St, Houston, TX 77030
713-422-2779
Conference rate available at this location until October 5. Please book in advance as a limited number of rooms is available at discounted rate.
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The Westin Houston Medical Center/Museum District
1709 Dryden Rd, Houston, TX 77030
713-730-2404
SureStay Plus By Best Western Houston
6700 Main St, Houston, TX 77030
713-522-2811
DoubleTree by Hilton Houston Medical Center Hotel & Suites
6800 Main St, Houston, TX 77030
713-528-7744
Houston Marriott Medical Center/Museum District
6580 Fannin St, Houston, TX 77030
713-796-0080
Extended Stay America – Houston Med. Ctr.
1301 S Braeswood Blvd, Houston, TX 77030
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Blossom Hotel Houston
7118 Bertner Ave, Houston, TX 77030
832-734-8888
Hyatt Place Houston Medical Center
7329 Fannin St, Houston, TX 77030
346-502-4703