For nearly 30 years Vice Admiral Raquel C. Bono, MD, MBA, FACS, served with honor and distinction as a highly respected Naval Officer and the first woman surgeon in the military to hold the rank of Vice Admiral. A board-certified trauma surgeon, Dr. Bono is an inspiration and role model for all surgeons, especially female surgeons across the country and in the military. Currently, Bono is the CEO of MedicaliSight, a 3D imaging and guidance software company for intra-procedural navigational guidance.
This activity has been planned and implemented in accordance with the accreditation requirements and policies of the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education through the joint providership of UT Health Science Center San Antonio and the J. Bradley Aust Surgical Society. UT Health Science Center San Antonio is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education to provide continuing education for physicians.
UT Health Science Center San Antonio designates this live activity up to a maximum of 11.75 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
Healthcare professionals will receive a certificate of attendance and should consult with their licensing board for information on applicability and acceptance.
The venue for the 2025 meeting is the historic Pearl Brewery along the San Antonio River Walk. Events will be held at the Hotel Emma. A block of rooms has been reserved at the Hotel Emma, 136 E. Grayson St., San Antonio, TX 78215. The single/double occupancy guest room rate, subject to availability, is $345/night plus taxes and fees. The “cut-off date” for reserving rooms in the Room Block is Tuesday, May 13, 2025. Reservation requests received after the cut-off date will be based on availability at the hotel’s prevailing rates. Reservations can be made by calling (877) 801-6134 or through the web address www.thehotelemma.com. If calling, please identify yourself as part of the J. Bradley Aust Surgical Society group. If registering online, please use the special group identification code of JA0625 to obtain the contracted rate. Click here to register with contracted rates online using the direct link.
Location: Medical School, Room 309-310L
(see brochure for presentations)
Residents will present clinical and basic science research. Prizes will be awarded to the top three presenters in each category. In addition, our honorary guest speaker, Raquel Bono, MD, MBA, FACS, Vice Admiral, U.S. Navy (Ret.), will be presenting before lunch. Please use the annual meeting registration form to register for this event.
Location: Holly Auditorium Foyer
Join us for a delicious lunch and the opportunity to visit with members, colleagues, staff, house staff and guests. Please use the annual meeting registration form to register for this event.
Location: Carriqui, 239 E Grayson
ALL spouses are invited and encouraged to attend! Please use the annual meeting registration form to register for this event. Please include the name and cell phone number of your spouse on the registration form. Please arrive by 6:30pm. The reservation is under Robyn Myers.
Location: Hotel Emma, Elephant Cellar
The farewell banquet is highlighted by an awards ceremony, followed by a light-hearted resident roast and a faculty roast.
Location: Hotel Emma, Elephant Cellar
(see brochure for presentations)
Please use the annual meeting registration form to register for this event. Dr. Bono will be presenting right before lunch.
Please plan to have lunch at one of the many delicious restaurants at the Pearl with members, faculty, house staff, guests, and families.
Location: Hotel Emma, Elephant Cellar
Location: Hotel Emma, Cellar J & K/Foyer
Location: Hotel Emma, Elephant Cellar
Location: Hotel Emma
In addition to the Black Tie Banquet, the evening events will include a silent auction and casino night. If you would like to purchase playing chips for the casino prior to the event to avoid any lines, you may do so on the registration form. Chips will be sold in $50 increments.
Location: The Quarry Golf Course, 444 E. Basse Rd.
The golf tournament will be held at The Quarry Golf Course -- tee times begin at 8:00 a.m. The format will be a four-man scramble and the cost is $155 per person. Members are encouraged to sponsor a resident for this event. Guests are welcome. Please use the annual meeting registration form to register for this event. Please plan to meet in the Pro Shop by 7:30 a.m.
Location: National Shooting Complex, 5931 Roft Rd (210-254-1537)
The sporting clay event will be held at the National Shooting Complex beginning at 9:00am. The National Shooting Complex will provide Certified Instructors, loaner guns (you may also bring your own), ammunition, eye and ear protection, and beverages. Fifty sporting clays will be offered to each participant at a cost of $125. Members are encouraged to sponsor a resident for this event. Guests are welcome. Please use the annual meeting registration form to register for this event. Please plan to meet at the National Shooting Complex by 8:45am.