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Delivering Measurable, Nationally Recognized Quality in the Department of Surgery | Quality Time with Dr. Schaal-Online CE Course (FOR PHYSICIANS IGHA)
THIS IS THE PAID VERSION REQUIRED FOR PRIVATE PHYSICIANS WITHIN GREATER HOUSTON AREA ONLY*. ALL OTHER LEARNERS ARE ELIGIBLE TO ATTEND THE ACTIVITY FOR FREE HERE.
Click here to visit the Quality Time podcast page
On this episode of Quality Time, Dr. A. Osama Gaber shares how Houston Methodist’s Department of Surgery maintains its high standards and innovative drive by focusing on safety, quality management, and programmatic development. By pairing talented faculty with strong institutional quality frameworks, the department continuously improves patient safety and results.
He also shares how out of the devastating loss of his daughter came Nora’s Gift Foundation and Nora’s Home—a hospitality home in the Texas Medical Center that provides affordable, supportive housing for transplant patients and their families. Built with support from Houston Methodist, Nora’s Home includes 32 rooms and community spaces and has served thousands of families over the past 13 years.
Experts: Dr. A. Osama Gaber, John F. Jr. and Carolyn Bookout Presidential Distinguished Chair in Surgery, chair of the Department of Surgery at Houston Methodist, and the Founding Director of the J.C. Walter Jr. Transplant Center
Notable Topics Covered:
- The evolution of transplantation and robotic surgery
- Houston Methodist’s performance on national quality metrics
- Programmatic growth and curriculum development
- Nora’s Home
Links:
- Dr. A. Osama Gaber Faculty Profile
- Dr. A. Osama Gaber LinkedIn
- Houston Methodist Department of Surgery
- Nora’s Home
Fees
| REGISTRATION TYPE | FEE |
|---|---|
Private physician (located within the Greater Houston Area)* | $20 |
* In compliance with HM’s policy on Physician Non-Monetary Compensation regarding “Stark Law,” private physicians who reside and/or practice medicine within the Greater Houston Area are required to pay the full Fair Market Value registration fee.
Target Audience
Physicians, nurses, allied health professionals, residents, fellows, students, administration.
Learning Objectives
After listening to this podcast episode, the participant will be able to:
- Discuss advancements in transplantation, robotics, and minimally invasive surgery
- Discuss the importance of incorporating quality management in curriculum
Activity Director
Shlomit Schaal, MD, PhD, MHCM
Executive VP, Chief Physician Executive, Houston Methodist
Professor of Clinical Ophthalmology, Academic Institute
Full Clinical Member, Research Institute
Department of Ophthalmology-Blanton Eye Institute
Houston Methodist Hospital
Weill Cornell Medical College
Experts
A. Osama Gaber, MD
John F. Jr. and Carolyn Bookout Presidential Distinguished Chair in Surgery, Houston Methodist
Professor of Surgery, Academic Institute
Founding Director, J.C. Walter Jr. Transplant Center
Chair, Department of Surgery
Houston Methodist Hospital
Weill Cornell Medical College
Available Credit
- 0.50 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
Houston Methodist is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
Houston Methodist designates this Enduring material for a maximum of 0.50 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
- 0.50 Attendance
Price
Registration Instructions
- STEP 1 - Select the applicable fee and add to cart to complete the checkout process.
- STEP 2 - Once registered, click the "Take Course" button to begin the activity.
Fees
| REGISTRATION TYPE | FEE |
|---|---|
Private physician (located within the Greater Houston Area)* | $20 |
* In compliance with HM’s policy on Physician Non-Monetary Compensation regarding “Stark Law,” private physicians who reside and/or practice medicine within the Greater Houston Area are required to pay the full Fair Market Value registration fee.