SREF Annual Conference

10th Annual Edition

South Texas
Comprehensive
Stroke Care
Symposium

Dates

May 1 – 2, 2026

Two full days

Venue

Hilton Garden Inn

South Padre Island, TX

CME Credits

Available

Select at registration

About the Conference

Focused Education for Better Stroke Care in South Texas

The 10th Annual South Texas Comprehensive Stroke Care Symposium brings together healthcare professionals from across the Rio Grande Valley and beyond for two days of practical, high-level education focused on modern stroke care.

This conference is designed to address the real clinical challenges facing our region, with sessions covering acute stroke intervention, endovascular treatment, ischemic stroke prevention, acute stroke management, subarachnoid and intracerebral hemorrhage, and stroke rehabilitation. Attendees will hear from experienced physicians and specialists and gain insights they can take back to their hospitals, clinics, emergency departments, and care teams.

Neurologists & Physicians

Nurses & NPs / PAs

EMS & First Responders

Medical Students & Residents

Attendees at the Annual Stroke Care Symposium

CME Credits Available

Indicate your interest during registration

Schedule

Conference Agenda

Two full days of educational sessions led by specialists in stroke treatment, prevention, intervention, and recovery. Detailed speaker schedule available upon final confirmation.

Day 1 — May 1, 2026

7:00 AM

Registration and Breakfast

Check-in, badge pickup, and networking

8:00 AM

Welcome and Opening Remarks

8:15 AM

Acute Stroke Intervention

9:00 AM

Emergency Stroke Systems and Time-Sensitive Care

9:45 AM

Endovascular Treatment Updates

10:30 AM

Break

10:45 AM

Ischemic Stroke Prevention

11:30 AM

Acute Stroke Management

12:15 PM

Lunch — provided for all registered attendees

1:15 PM

Subarachnoid and Intracerebral Hemorrhage

2:00 PM

Rehabilitation and Recovery

2:45 PM

Case Reviews / Panel Discussion

3:30 PM

Adjourn

Day 2 — May 2, 2026

7:30 AM

Breakfast and Check-In

8:00 AM

Morning Session

8:45 AM

Prevention and Long-Term Stroke Risk Reduction

9:30 AM

Advanced Clinical Topics

10:15 AM

Break

10:30 AM

Interdisciplinary Stroke Care

11:15 AM

Case-Based Discussion

12:00 PM

Closing Session

12:30 PM

Adjourn

CME credit forms distributed to eligible attendees

* Agenda based on current conference program and subject to change. Detailed speaker schedule available upon final confirmation.

Registration

Registration Categories and Pricing

Registration is available by attendee type for either a single conference day or both days.

Early Bird Registration through April 1, 2026. Registration after April 1 will increase by $50 for each day.

Physicians

MD, DO, Neurologists, EM Physicians

Single Day $225

Both Days $250

NPs / PAs / Nurses

Nurse Practitioners, Physician Assistants, RNs

Single Day $100

Both Days $125

EMS / Non-Clinical

EMS, Technicians, Non-Clinical Professionals

Single Day $75

Both Days $100

Students

Medical Students & Residents

Single Day $25

Both Days $50

Final payment integration is being prepared. Registration requests submitted through the form will be confirmed and followed up with payment instructions.

Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

Who should attend the symposium?

This symposium is designed for practicing neurologists, emergency physicians, neurosurgeons, hospitalists, nurses, nurse practitioners, physician assistants, EMS professionals, physical and occupational therapists, and medical students or residents with an interest in stroke care.

Are CME credits available?

Yes. CME credits are available for eligible attendees. Please indicate your interest in CME credits when completing the registration form. Certificate details will be provided to qualified attendees following the event.

What is the registration fee?

Registration pricing depends on attendee type and whether you plan to attend one day or both days. Physicians: $225 single day or $250 both days. NPs, PAs, and Nurses: $100 single day or $125 both days. EMS, Technicians, and Non-Clinical attendees: $75 single day or $100 both days. Medical Students and Residents: $25 single day or $50 both days. Lunch is provided for registered attendees on both days.

Where exactly is the event held?

The symposium takes place at the Hilton Garden Inn, South Padre Island, Texas. Hotel room block information and driving directions will be sent to registered attendees ahead of the event.

Is the Red Ball happening the same weekend?

Yes. The Red Ball 2026 fundraising gala takes place on Saturday evening, May 2 — the same weekend as Day 2 of the Symposium. We encourage attendees to join us for both events. Tickets for the Red Ball are available separately.

How do I contact the organizers?

For questions about registration, agenda, or logistics, please contact:
Lisa Evans — lisa.evans@valleybaptist.net · 956-389-6741
Teri Retana — ltmretana1@gmail.com

Support the Symposium

Sponsorship & Exhibitor Opportunities

Organizations can support the 10th Annual South Texas Comprehensive Stroke Care Symposium through sponsorship or exhibitor participation — connecting with healthcare professionals and community leaders while advancing stroke education and research across South Texas.

Presented in partnership with Valley Baptist Health System

Sponsorship Levels

Double Platinum

$20,000

Presenting sponsorship
Faculty dinner sponsor — seating for 8
Featured double booth location
Presenting roll-up banner
Top placement on symposium signage
Recognition from podium
8 tickets (both days, reserved seating, breakfast & lunch)

Platinum

$10,000

Prominent booth location
Platinum sponsor roll-up banner
Recognition from podium
Placement on symposium signage
6 tickets (both days, reserved seating, breakfast & lunch)

Gold

$5,000

Prominent booth location
Recognition from podium
Gold placement on symposium signage
4 tickets (both days, reserved seating, breakfast & lunch)

Silver

$3,000

Booth at symposium
Silver placement on symposium signage
2 tickets (both days, breakfast & lunch)

Exhibitor Levels

Double Platinum Exhibitor

$5,000

Featured double booth in exhibit hall
Top placement on symposium signage
8 tickets (both days, breakfast & lunch)

Platinum Exhibitor

$2,500

Prominent booth in exhibit hall
Platinum placement on symposium signage
6 tickets (both days, breakfast & lunch)

Ready to Participate?

Use the buttons above to submit your sponsorship or exhibitor inquiry. Our team will follow up to confirm your selection and provide payment instructions.

Questions? Contact us at:

ltmretana1@gmail.com · strokerefoundation@gmail.com

Check payments payable to Stroke Research & Education Foundation · 4409 Water Edge, Harlingen, Texas 78552