Promoting Excellence in Maryland's Trauma Care

A collaborative statewide approach to address issues
related to all aspects of trauma care delivery

Point Counterpoint Conference XLIII Registration Open

The American College of Surgeons Point Counterpoint Conference XLIII

May 7th and 8th, 2026

Renaissance Baltimore Harborplace Hotel

202 East Pratt Street

Baltimore, MD 21202

Discover the latest breakthroughs in trauma, emergency general surgery, and acute care at this dynamic two-day event.

  • Engage in Pro/Con debates, panel discussions, and interactive breakout sessions. 
  • Cutting-edge topics explored through state-of-the-art management strategies and tackle today’s most controversial issues. 
  • Tailored content through afternoon breakout sessions on trending topics designed for nurses, APPs, and physicians. 

Keynote Speakers 

Ellen MacKenzie, PhD

Charles C. Wolferth, Jr., MD, Memorial Lecture

Adil Haider, MD, MPH, FACS

Sharon M. Henry Maryland COT State-of-the-Art Lecture

For information, please contact:

Claire Cain Leidy 

cleidy@som.umaryland.edu

Pamela Shinnick

pshinnick@som.umaryland.edu

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