The second annual David Fromm Research and WSU Surgical Alumni Day will be 8 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., Wednesday, Oct. 17, in McGregor Conference Center. The Symposium will include research presentations given by faculty members of the WSU Department of Surgery or their resident/fellow designees. The purpose of the annual event honors David Fromm, M.D., former chairman of surgery, and his passion for and contributions made to surgical research. It also showcases the cutting-edge basic, translational, and clinical research currently done in the department; demonstrates that research remains an important priority for the department; encourages medical students and surgical residents to pursue a career in academic surgery; and recognizes the achievements of those who previously trained in the Department of Surgery.

There is no charge for attending the Symposium. Free parking will be available from Parking Structure 1, on the northwest corner of Palmer and Cass.

The Wayne State University School of Medicine designates this educational activity for a maximum of 6.00 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)(tm). Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.