ASES Foundation

Houston 2026

LIFT UP – ASES Foundation’s 2026 National Shoulder & Elbow Week

Join Us! May 8 – 15, 2026

(See all eight events at www.ases-assn.org/foundation)

An Evening of Education, Recognition, and Giving

Area: Houston, TX
Date: Friday, May 15, 2026
Location: Bell Tower on 34th
Address: 901 W 34th St, Houston, TX 77018
Ticket Price: $150

Description:
The American Shoulder and Elbow Surgeons Foundation invites you to join us for an exclusive event on Friday night, May 15^th at the Bell Tower on 34^th.

The evening will feature talks from renowned Houston specialists about cutting-edge developments in shoulder surgery. Don’t miss this opportunity to connect with local orthopedic surgeons, therapists, and industry professionals as part of National Shoulder and Elbow Week 2026. An exquisite dinner menu will be paired with a full bar selection to round out one of the most anticipated events of the year.

Agenda:
6:00 PM – 6:30 PM – Welcome Reception
– Cocktails and networking
– Opportunity to connect with colleagues and friends
Exhibitor showcase
6:30 PM – 6:40 PM – Opening Remarks – Joe Abboud, MD
– Welcome from ASES Foundation leadership
– Overview of the evening’s purpose and goals
6:40 PM – 7:10 PM – Educational Lectures and Panel (30 minutes total)
– Cutting-edge updates in shoulder and elbow surgery
– Speakers: Michael Cusick, MD; James Gregory, MD; Jeremy Somerson, MD
7:10 PM – 7:30 PM – National Shoulder Elbow Week Houston Honoree
– Honoring T. Bradley Edwards, MD for his extraordinary contributions
– Reflections and remarks by Dr. Edwards
7:30 PM – 7:40 PM – Closing Remarks
– Gratitude to sponsors, donors, and attendees
– Call to action: support the ASES Foundation’s mission
7:40 PM – 9:00 PM – Dinner & Fellowship
– Enjoy dinner and conversation
– Continued networking and celebration

Local Planning Committee:

Dr. Jeremy Somerson, Host
Dr. Michael Cusick
Dr. James Gregory
Dr. Joshua Woody
Dr. Natalie Rumbaugh
Dr. Daniel Torres

Event Sponsorship

Sponsoring a National Shoulder & Elbow Week Event provides a great opportunity for industry representatives to interact with local surgeon leaders in a fun, social environment. It also makes a direct impact on the community through grants that are given back to these surgeons for various research project which improves the care that patients receive. Sponsorship is open to industry partners, hospitals, private practice groups, physical therapy and rehabilitation facilities. Sponsors receive recognition both onsite and nationally, as well as they receive tickets to attend. Each year these events continue to grow and expand their reach to local communities. To sponsor and support National Shoulder & Elbow Week (NSEW), please review the sponsorship agreement by clicking the sponsor button above. If you have any questions about the 2026 NSEW sponsorships, please contact Matt Van Wie at matt@esvw.com, (804) 240-3839.

Thank you to our 2026 local and national sponsors.

Click HERE to see all 2025 Sponsors.

ASES Foundation Mission Statement

The mission of the ASES Foundation is to develop and provide resources to advance shoulder and elbow care.

ASES Foundation Vision Statement

The vision of the ASES Foundation is Forging a legacy of resources for a world where patients have the best shoulder and elbow care.