PSTM Events
Plastic Surgery The Meeting brings together the best and the brightest surgeons in the specialty, poised to share their expertise with colleagues who arrive from countries around the globe. Our annual meeting is poised to do just that and more!
Other events scheduled for Plastic Surgery The Meeting 2026 include:
Opening Ceremonies/Welcome Reception
Join us at 6 p.m., Friday, Oct. 16, in the Goerge R. Brown Convention Center to celebrate innovations in plastic surgery and a historic year. We'll recognize accomplishments, and our Global Partners, share in the specialty's successes and announce the ASPS Patients of Courage. Immediately afterward, we'll enjoy a night of comradery at the Welcome Reception.
Close The Loop 5K Run/Walk
Join us in Houston, TX, on Friday, Oct. 16, for the eighth annual Close The Loop 5K Run/Walk.
Lace up your sneakers and join plastic surgeons, patients, office staff, and supporters from across the country as we come together to raise awareness and funds for breast reconstruction charitable care and groundbreaking research.
WPS Events
The Women Plastic Surgeons (WPS) Forum represents and advocates for the interests and concerns of the female plastic surgeon members and candidates for membership of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS). All female plastic surgeons are considered members of the WPS Forum..
YPS Events
The ASPS Young Plastic Surgeons (YPS) Forum is a diverse community and resource for young plastic surgeons which provides opportunities for networking, sharing of ideas, political advocacy and leadership development.
Acting as a liaison between plastic surgeons in the early stages of their careers and established ASPS Member Surgeons, the YPS Forum facilitates opportunities for young plastic surgeons to become involved in the Society, fostering openness to new ideas and fresh perspectives while having fun. All plastic surgeons who are age 45 or under and/or have been in practice for 10 years or less, whichever is longer, are considered young plastic surgeons.
Plastic Surgeons of Chinese Descent Reception
The Plastic Surgeons of Chinese Descent will be hosting a reception from 7 — 8 p.m. on Thursday, Oct. 15, at Hilton Americas - Houston.
The Plastic Surgeons of Chinese Descent (PSCD) special interest group supports a community of plastic surgeons who either come from a Chinese background or have an interest in learning about the culture.
The Jewish Plastic Surgeons Reception
The ASPS Jewish Plastic Surgeons will be hosting a reception from 7 — 8 p.m. on Thursday, Oct. 15, at Hilton Americas - Houston.
The ASPS Jewish Plastic Surgeons (JPS) Forum supports a community of providers committed to advancing the field of plastic surgery while fostering connection, understanding and education.
The Military Plastic Surgeons Forum Reception
The Military Plastic Surgeons Forum will be hosting a reception from 7 — 8 p.m. on Thursday, Oct. 15, at Hilton Americas - Houston.
The Military Plastic Surgeons Forum (MPSF) supports a community of providers who strive to advance the field of reconstructive plastic surgery as it applies to military populations through education, advocacy and military-civilian partnership.
PRIDE Forum Reception
The ASPS PRIDE Forum Steering Committee will be hosting a reception from 7 — 8 p.m. on Thursday, Oct. 15, at Hilton Americas - Houston.
The PRIDE Forum serves as a hub to connect LGBTQIA+ plastic surgeons, residents, fellows, medical students and allies worldwide.
Medical Students Day
The American Society of Plastic Surgeons is proud to present an all-star faculty lineup of moderators and panelists for the 2026 Medical Students Day, which will be held virtually from 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. CDT, Saturday, Aug. 29, 2026.
Some of the session topics will cover:
- Overview of Plastic Surgery Training Programs
- Sub-Is and Timeline for Matching into PRS Residency
- Breakout Sessions About Special Interest Groups and Subspecialties
- Introduction of ROADMAPS
Your Guide to Houston
Houston makes it easy to build free time around the meeting. George R. Brown Convention Center (GRB) sits beside the urban oasis parkland of Discovery Green and close to downtown dining, Daikin ballpark and nightlife, so attendees can stay local after sessions or venture farther out for museums, skyline parks, shopping and NASA.
To help you plan your outings, we've curated a list of spots to help you make the most of your time in H-Town.