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Forward12th Annual Quality Improvement and Patient Safety Conference
Conference Information
Baylor College of Medicine (Main Campus)
Cullen Auditorium and Rayzor Lounge
One Baylor Plaza Houston, 77030
May 14, 2026
3:00pm - 7:00pm
Onsite registration will be available at the conference.
Attendees can park in Garage 6, download 
Parking Map.
CALL FOR ABSTRACTS
Submission Deadline: Monday, March 2 2026 at 11:59PM
Abstract Submission Form: Click here
- Abstract submission is open to faculty, nurses, other health professionals, trainees, and students from all TMC institutions
- All abstracts will be peer reviewed by faculty experts in quality improvement and patient safety.
- The highest rated abstracts will be selected for oral presentations during the conference. The authors of other accepted abstracts will be invited to present their findings during the poster session.
- Please note that submissions from chief residents in quality and safety will be scored as faculty submissions.
- Eligible physicians and physician assistants may be eligible to earn MOC Part 4 credit/points or NCCPA Category 1 PI-CME.
Contact [email protected] for additional abstract information.
Poster Presentation Participants
Eligible physicians and physician assistants can earn MOC Part 4 credit/points or NCCPA Category 1 PI-CME credit, respectively, as follows: 1) for authoring/co-authoring a qualified QI Poster (featuring an improvement project in which they participated) presented at the conference, or 2) for participating in the improvement project (non-poster authors) featured on a qualified QI Poster presented at the conference.
IMPORTANT: Interested physicians/physician assistants should review submission AND poster eligibility criteria (link below). Credit request must be submitted directly by the physician/PA seeking credit, immediately following the conclusion of the conference.
If approved, MOC Part 4 (Improvements in Medical Practice) credit/points are issued to physicians by participating Member Boards of the American Board of Medical Specialties (ABMS). Likewise, NCCPA Category 1 Performance Improvement Continuing Medical Education (PI-CME) credit is issued to physician assistants by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA).
Eligibility Criteria and Credit Request Instructions: https://baylorqips.org/maintenance-of-certification-bcm/moc4-getting-started/moc4-credit-opportunity-qi-poster/
For credit-related questions or assistance, please contact the BCM MOC Program: [email protected]
Needs Statement
Join us for the Baylor College of Medicine 12th Annual Quality Improvement and Patient Safety Conference, an event dedicated to advancing healthcare quality through innovation and collaboration. As medical errors continue to pose significant public health and ethical challenges, healthcare providers must prioritize patient safety and continuously enhance their quality of care.
This year’s theme, “High Value Care: Patient Experience and Provider Experience,” underscores the need to lead change across clinical systems in ways that advance quality improvement and produce measurable gains in patient health outcomes. Attendees will gain insights from expert-led sessions, real-world case studies, and discussions on providing safe, effective, and patient-centered services into clinical practice.
Educational Objectives
At the conclusion of this activity, the participant will be able to:
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Target Audience
Faculty, health professionals, trainees and students
Educational Methods
Lecture ▪ Small Group Breakout Session ▪ Question and Answer ▪ Poster Session
Activity Evaluation
Evaluation by questionnaire will address program content, presentation, and possible bias.
Parking
Attendees can park in Garage 6, download Parking Map.
Physician
AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
Baylor College of Medicine is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
This activity is approved for AMA PRA Category 1 CreditsTM
Opportunity to earn ABA, ABIM, ABOHNS, ABPath, ABP, and ABS MOC Part 2 Credits.
ANCC
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.
Price
Onsite registration will be available at the conference.
Click the links below for step-by-step instructions on creating a profile:
Baylor College of Medicine ECA Profile Instructions
Questions about registration, contact [email protected].
CANCELLATION/REFUND POLICY
Requests for registration refunds must be in writing and received by the Division of Continuing Professional Development (DCPD) at least 10 business days before the activity begins. The date the request is received by the DCPD will be considered the cancellation date. Requests received after the refund deadline will not be processed. Cancellations are subject to a $50 administrative fee deducted from the registration fee paid to cover guarantees and other expenses. Requests should be emailed to the DCPD [email protected].
The DCPD reserves the right to cancel activities, not less than 10 business days before the scheduled date, if extenuating circumstances make it necessary. Registrants will be notified at the contact email indicated on the registration form. If an activity is cancelled, DCPD’s liability is limited to the registration fee paid. Note: If payment is made by check, a social security number is required to process the refund.