About the 3rd Annual UCANA
CME Conference & Gala
Get ready for the next Annual UCMS Alumni CME Conference & Gala, taking place August 13–16, 2026, at the world-famous Hilton Anatole in Dallas, Texas. Join healthcare professionals, educators, and innovators from across North America for an unforgettable experience of learning, networking, and celebration. Stay tuned for more details on the program highlights and special events as we continue to strengthen and celebrate our global UCMS alumni community.
About the 3rd Annual UCANA
CME Conference & Gala
Get ready for the next Annual UCMS Alumni CME Conference & Gala, taking place August 13–16, 2026, at the world-famous Hilton Anatole in Dallas, Texas. Join healthcare professionals, educators, and innovators from across North America for an unforgettable experience of learning, networking, and celebration. Stay tuned for more details on the program highlights and special events as we continue to strengthen and celebrate our global UCMS alumni community.
Conference Highlights
A closer look at sessions, experts, and learning opportunities.
| # | Session Title | Speaker | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
|
01.
|
Self-Awareness in Psychiatry |
Dr. Shivam Dubey (MD, FAPA) |
8:30 AM – 8:55 AM |
|
02. |
The Opioid Crisis: A Neonatal Perspective |
Dr. Vinit Manuel (MD) |
9:00 AM – 9:25 AM |
|
03. |
Addiction Medicine |
Dr. Gaurav Mehta (MD) |
9:30 AM – 9:55 AM |
|
04. |
Wellness & Burnout Strategies |
Dr. Neeraj Kaushik (MD) |
10:00 AM – 10:15 AM |
|
05. |
Featured Luncheon: Castle/Tissue Cypher Talk |
Dr. Shajan Peter (UAB) |
12:00 Noon |
| # | Session Title | Speaker | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
|
01.
|
Self-Awareness in Psychiatry |
Dr. Shivam Dubey (MD, FAPA) |
8:30 AM – 8:55 AM |
|
02. |
The Opioid Crisis: A Neonatal Perspective |
Dr. Vinit Manuel (MD) |
9:00 AM – 9:25 AM |
|
03. |
Addiction Medicine |
Dr. Gaurav Mehta (MD) |
9:30 AM – 9:55 AM |
|
04. |
Wellness & Burnout Strategies |
Dr. Neeraj Kaushik (MD) |
10:00 AM – 10:15 AM |
|
05. |
Featured Luncheon: Castle/Tissue Cypher Talk |
Dr. Shajan Peter (UAB) |
12:00 Noon |
| # | Session Title | Speaker | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
|
01.
|
Entrepreneurship for Physicians: Top Ten Tips |
Dr. Kashif Mazhar (MD) |
8:30 AM – 8:55 AM |
|
02. |
Sleep Apnea: Time to Wake Up |
Dr. Anuj Chandra (MD) |
9:00 AM – 9:25 AM |
|
03. |
Atypical GERD – Diagnosis & Management |
Dr. Sudhir Bhaskar (MD, FACG) |
9:30 AM – 9:55 AM |
|
04. |
Disruptive Paradigms in Endoscopic Practice |
Dr. Vivek Kaul (MD, FACG) |
10:00 AM – 10:15 AM |
|
05. |
Annual UCANA Business Meeting & Luncheon Talk |
Members Only |
10:30 AM – 11:00 AM |
|
06. |
Madrigal Lunch Product Theater |
Dr. Mitch Shiffman (MD) |
12:00 Noon |
| # | Session Title | Speaker | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
|
01.
|
Entrepreneurship for Physicians: Top Ten Tips |
Dr. Kashif Mazhar (MD) |
8:30 AM – 8:55 AM |
|
02. |
Sleep Apnea: Time to Wake Up |
Dr. Anuj Chandra (MD) |
9:00 AM – 9:25 AM |
|
03. |
Atypical GERD – Diagnosis & Management |
Dr. Sudhir Bhaskar (MD, FACG) |
9:30 AM – 9:55 AM |
|
04. |
Disruptive Paradigms in Endoscopic Practice |
Dr. Vivek Kaul (MD, FACG) |
10:00 AM – 10:15 AM |
|
05. |
Annual UCANA Business Meeting & Luncheon Talk |
Members Only |
10:30 AM – 11:00 AM |
|
06. |
Madrigal Lunch Product Theater |
Dr. Mitch Shiffman (MD) |
12:00 Noon |
Sponsorship Opportunities
Gain visibility while contributing to healthcare innovation.
Bronze – $15,000
10×10 booth, 1 staff pass, logo placement
Gold – $30,000
10×10 booth, 3 staff passes, branded materials
Silver – $25,000
10×10 booth, 2 staff passes, half-page flyer
Platinum – $35,000
10×20 booth, 5 staff passes, premium branding
Sponsorship Opportunities
to healthcare innovation.
Bronze – $15,000
10×10 booth, 1 staff pass, logo placement
Silver – $25,000
10×10 booth, 2 staff passes, half-page flyer
Gold – $30,000
10×10 booth, 3 staff passes, branded materials
Platinum – $35,000
10×20 booth, 5 staff passes, premium branding