62nd Annual Meeting
Memphis, TN
September 28 - October 1, 2023
Hosted by Dr. Max and Sue Langham
We look forward to hosting you in Memphis!
Memphis, home of the Blues and birthplace of Rock and Roll, has a lot to offer. Conde-Nast recently named Memphis as one of 23 places in the world for tourists to visit in 2023. We plan a meeting focused on time together, community, and creativity. While much has changed over the 62 years of our organization, much remains the same. The surgeons will have time to share difficult problems faced in our work and we will host a quality scientific session. Spouses and surgeons will have time together, and with old friends with time to catch up.
Accommodations
A block of rooms has been reserved at the iconic Peabody Hotel.
Reserve online: Visit the hotel’s custom group rate link.
Reserve by phone: Call (901) 529-4000 and mention ”Lilliputian Surgical Society Meeting”.
For those who want to arrive early, the group rate will be available beginning Tuesday, March 27. If you wish to remain after the meeting, please contact the hotel directly to arrange your stay.
The group rate has expired.
Thursday, September 28
Optional premeeting activities (conclude by 5:00 PM):
If you wish to participate in any of the above activities and have not already done so, please email Max Langam at mlangham@uthsc.edu with your activity preference.
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Home of the PGA St. Jude Classic. Costs will be green fees and whatever refreshments you consume.
Visit TPC Southwind Course to learn more.
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The iconic home of Elvis Presley has been preserved as it was when he lived (and died) there and surrounding parts of town have been turned into a Mecca for fans and include an extensive museum, memorabilia, and even his private airplanes. Tickets are $74.75 in total with tours any time between 9 am and 4 pm on the 28th. Transportation will be arranged.
Visit Graceland to learn more.
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The Memphis Sand Aquifer, while under threat produces very high-quality water for the Memphis metropolitan area which has consistently been recognized as having the first or second-best urban water quality in the United States. Great water is necessary for great beer and the urban microbrew scene in Memphis has exploded. These breweries include Ghost River, Wiseacre, High Cotton, Crosstown, Memphis Made, and Grind City, along with the Old Dominick distillery. Dr Regan Williams will be hosting a tasting tour that will include lunch and music stops along the way. Price and schedule are to be determined based on headcount.
Evening Activities
3:00 PM: Hotel check-in at the Peabody Hotel
149 Union Ave, Memphis, Tennessee 38103
6:00-7:30 PM: Reception at The Hernando Desoto Room & Club Bar
Dress: Business Casual
7:30 PM: Dinner on your own
See below for our restaurant recommendations!
Friday, September 29
Dress: Casual
6:30-8:00 AM: Breakfast in the Louis XVI Room at the Peabody Hotel
8:00 AM: Board buses for the University of Tennessee Health Science Center
8:30 AM: Virtual tour of FedEx: Place TBD
9:40 AM: Board buses for the Dixon Gallery and Gardens
10:00 AM - 1:15 PM Enjoy the art museum, the gardens, and lunch at the Hughes Pavilion
Featuring art by our own Sally Smith!
1:15 PM: Board buses for Crosstown tour
1:30-2:30 PM: Crosstown concourse and WYXR
2:30 PM: Board buses for St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital
3:00-5:00 PM: Tour of St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital
5:00 PM: Board buses for the Peabody Hotel
5:15 PM: Free Time
7:00 PM: Dinner at Rendezvous Barbeque (upper level)
52 S. Second Street (across the street from the Peabody and down the alley)
Saturday, September 30
6:30-8:30 AM: Breakfast in the Louis XVI Room the Peabody Hotel
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Dress: Business Casual
7:30 AM: Board bus for LeBonheur Physician’s Office Building Auditorium
8:00 AM: Welcome
8:30 AM: SHIFTing the Paradigm of Community Violence
Regan Williams MD FACS
Associate Professor of Surgery and Pediatrics, UTHSC9:00 AM: Harnessing chemokine-mediated homing to improve adoptive cell therapy for pediatric solid tumors.
Lindsey Talbot, MD FACS
Assistant Member, St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital9:30 AM: The Utility of Extracorporeal Life Support for Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia: Who, When, Why, and How?
Tim Jancelewicz, MD FACS
Associate Professor of Surgery and Pediatrics, UTHSC10:00 AM: Break
10:15 AM: Unique Presentation of an Extralobar Sequestration.
Rachel Landish, MD FACS
Assistant Professor of Surgery and Pediatrics, UTHSC10:45 AM: Childhood Cancer Surgery training in limited resource settings
Hafeez Abdullhafeez, MD FACS
Assistant Member, St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital11:15 AM: Translational Research in Bilateral and Relapsed Favorable Histology Wilms’ Tumor
Andrew J. Murphy, MD FACS
Associate Member, St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital11:45 AM: Adjourn for Lunch at LeBonheur Children’s Hospital
12:00 PM: Lunch with spouses/significant others
1:30 PM: Albatross session
3:30 PM: Guests board bus for the Peabody
Members only: Business meeting
5:00 PM: Members board bus for the Peabody
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Dress: Casual
8:30 AM: Board bus for tour of downtown and the National Civil Rights Museum
9:15 AM: National Civil Rights Museum
11:30 AM: Board bus for LeBonheur Children’s Hospital
12:00 PM: Lunch with spouses/significant others
1:30 PM: Tour of LeBonheur Children’s Hospital Arts in Medicine Program
3:00 PM: Board bus for the Peabody
3:30 PM: Time on your own
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Dress: Cocktail attire
6:00 PM: Board bus for Central Station Hotel
6:15 PM: Reception: Grand Hall Foyer
7:00-9:00 PM: Dinner: The Grand Hall
8:30-10:30 PM: Entertainment: The Grand Hall
10:30 PM: Board buses for the Peabody
Sunday, October 1
Dress: Casual
7:30-9:00 AM: Breakfast in the Louis XVI Room at the Peabody Hotel
11:00 AM: Hotel check out
Attendees
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Steve and Suzanne Almond, Corpus Christi, TX
Bob and Lynn Arensman, Chicago, IL
Bob and Linda Bloss, Houston, TX
Matias and Vicky Bruzoni, Emerald Hills, CA
Casey and Barb Calkins, Brookfield, WI
Clint and Connie Cavett, Chattanooga, TN
Matt and Vicky Clifton, Atlanta, GA
Cindy Downard and Kay Ohta, Louisville, KY
Mary Fallat and Tom Walker, Louisville, KY
Diana Farmer and Chico Cauldwell, Carmichael, CA
Howard and Kay Filston, Knoxville, TN
Andre and Jennifer Hebra, Ft Meyers, FL
Michael and Jenni Helmrath, Cincinnati, OH
Whit and Karen Holcomb, Nashville, TN
Jose and Jeanette Iglesias, Ft Worth, TX
Sam and Juliana Kim, Hilton Head, SC
Max and Sue Langham, Memphis, TN
Chuck and Jackie Leys, Middleton, WI
Craig and Beverly Lillehei, Chestnut Hill, MA
Bo and Suzanne Lovvorn, Nashville, TN
Walter and Anne Morgan, Nashville, TN
Kurt and Alison Newman, Bethesda, MD
Dan and Roxanne Ostlie, Paradise Valley, AZ
Fred and Mechelle Rescorla, Zionsville, IN
Bob and Kathy Shamberger, Wellesley, MA
CD and Sally Smith, Charleston, SC
Chuck and Paige Snyder, Leawood, KS
Shawn and Barb St. Peter, Leawood, KS
Kuojen and Courtney Tsao, Houston, TX
Charles Turner and Catherine Greene, Winston Salem, NC
Glaze and Kim Vaughan, Knoxville, TN
Dan and Emily von Allmen, Cincinnati, OH
Brad and Barbara Warner, Frontenac, MO
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Bill and Kim Adamson, Orlando, FL
Liz Beierle and Mike Chen, Birmingham, AL
Bob and Ann Maloley-Cusick, Omaha, NE
Emily and Matt Durkin, Grand Rapids, MI
Trey and Angela Eubanks, Memphis, TN
Aaron and Thu Lescher, Charleston, SC
Dan and Cheryl Lodwick, Ft Worth, TX
Sara and Amelia Mansfield, Columbus, OH
Amar and Malini Nijagal, San Francisco, CA
Tolu and Kiki Oyetunji, Kansas City, KS
Ben and Tamara Garcia Padilla, Phoenix, AZ
Rob and Lindsey Russell, Birmingham, AL
Chris and Maria Streck, Charleston, SC
Chip and Ashley Uffman, Ft Worth, TX
What to Do
What could be better than catching up with friends? We have worked to organize a program that minimizes time on the bus and maximizes time together while introducing you to a city that is complex, creative, and caring. Like other major urban areas in the United States, safety can be an issue. Travel together and avoid staying out too late. We use Uber or Lyft when we are not walking or taking the trolley in the downtown area.
Friday evening is Trolley Night in Memphis. We will have dinner at 7pm at the Rendezvous across from the Peabody. We plan to be back to the hotel by 5:30pm. For those who don’t want to slow down and rest, you might walk to Main Street, and hop a trolley (free) to explore the South Main Arts District, where shops and galleries are open.
If you are an early riser who likes some exercise, check out the redesigned Tom Lee Park, which opens September 2, or walk across the Big River Crossing to Arkansas.
If you plan to arrive early on Thursday and are not interested in golf, Graceland, or a brewery tour, or if you plan to depart later there are lots of things to do and places to see. Here are a few of our favorites. Others can be found at at Memphis Travel.
Sun Studio
Visit the birthplace of rock 'n' roll at Sun Studio. This iconic recording studio is where legendary musicians like Elvis Presley, Johnny Cash, and Jerry Lee Lewis got their start. Take a guided tour and learn about the studio's impact on music history.
Stax Museum of American Soul Music
Explore the history of soul music at the Stax Museum. Located at the original site of Stax Records, this museum showcases exhibits on soul legends like Otis Redding, Isaac Hayes, and Booker T. & the M.G.'s.
Bass Pro Shop
Located inside the iconic Pyramid building, Memphis’ Bass Pro Shop mega store spans over 500,000 square feet and has everything from shopping and dining to archery, and an aquariam. Take the elevator to the glass-floored cantilevering observation deck to enjoy spectacular views of the city.
Memphis Botanic Garden
Relax and enjoy the beauty of nature at the Memphis Botanic Garden. Explore various gardens, including a Japanese garden and a children's garden, and take a leisurely stroll through the grounds.
Peabody Ducks
Witness the famous Peabody Ducks at the Peabody Hotel. Every day, a group of ducks marches through the lobby to the hotel's fountain, creating a charming tradition that has delighted visitors for decades.
National Ornamental Metal Museum
Blues Hall of Fame
Memphis Zoo
Memphis Rock 'n' Soul Museum
Offering a comprehensive experience from the rural field hollers and sharecroppers of the 1930s, to Memphis’ musical heyday in the 70s, and its global influence.
Graceland
The former home of music legend Elvis Presley. Take a tour of the mansion, explore the exhibits showcasing his life and career, and pay your respects at his final resting place.
Beale Street
Only two blocks from the Peabody Hotel, Beale Street is a historic street lined with blues clubs, restaurants, and shops. Experience live music, sample southern cuisine, and immerse yourself in the energetic atmosphere.
Tom Lee Park
Located in downtown Memphis, Tom Lee Park offers panoramic views of the Mississippi River and the shores of Arkansas.
National Civil Rights Museum
Located at the site of the Lorraine Motel, where Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. was assassinated, the National Civil Rights Museum chronicles the history of the civil rights movement in the United States. It's a powerful and educational experience.
Big River Crossing
Once a historic railroad bridge, Big River Crossing is the longest public pedestrian walking and biking bridge across the Mississippi. Enjoy views of Memphis skyline and the Arkansas countryside from a unique vantage point.
Where to Eat
Memphis has been featured as a travel destination in Conde Nast, the New York Times and others at least in part due to the quality and variety of restaurants that are so much more than our famous BBQ. We will have dinner Friday evening at Rendezvous BBQ so that you can get your BBQ fix, although a sure way to start an argument in Memphis is to ask a crowd their opinions on the best BBQ place (my answer is Cozy Corner). For those interested in suggestions about other BBQ joints please text, call or email Max. Taxis in Memphis are spotty as are Ubers and Lyfts so give yourself extra time if you want to try one of the truly great restaurants listed below that are not downtown or carpool with friends who have driven. The concierge at the Peabody Hotel is another resource for recommendations and reservations. The chefs noted below have participated in Le Bon Appetit, a terrific Le Bonheur fundraiser that has outgrown all inside spaces and features dozens of food, wine, and spirits booths to sample. For information on event dates contact the foundation at (901)- 287-6308.
East Memphis (5-10 miles)
Acre Restaurant ($$$) *****
Modern American, Chef Andrew Adams
Andrew Michael Italian Kitchen ($$$) *****
Italian, Chefs Michael Hudman and Andy Ticer
Dory ($$$) *****
American Farm to Table, Chef David Krog
Erling Jensens ($$$$) *****
Continental, Chef Erling Jensen
Folk’s Folly Prime Steakhouse ($$$$) *****
Family-owned prime steakhouse
Las Tortugas Deli Mexicana ($$$) *****
“Mexico City” bistro, Chefs Pepe and Jon Magallanes
CLOSES AT 8:00 PM
Restaurant Iris ($$$) *****
Creole-French, Chef Kelly English
River Oaks Restaurant ($$$) *****
Continental/American, Chef Jose Gutierrez
Further afield
Bala’s Bistro ($$) *****
African, Chef Bala Tounkara
Closes 8:00 pm
Coastal Fish Company
Seafood $$$ *****
Southern Social ($$$$) ******
Steaks and Seafood
Near the Peabody Hotel
117 Prime ($$$) ****
Steak house, Chef Ryan Trimm
Bishop ($$$) *****
French Brasserie, Chefs Michael Hudman and Andy Ticer
Our group will be eating at their event space on Saturday
Capriccio Grill ($$$) ****
Italian Steakhouse, Chef Konrad Spitzbart
Catherine & Mary’s ($$$$) *****
Italian, Chefs Michael Hudman and Andy Ticer.
Flight ($$$$) *****
Wine and food pairings
Gus’s World-Famous Fried Chicken ($$) *****
What it says
Itta Bena ($$$) *****
Southern
The Lookout at the Pyramid ($$$) ****
American
The Majestic Grille ($$) ****
American, Chef Patrick Reilly
McEwen’s ($$$) *****
Southern, Chef Joe Cartwright
Paulette’s Restaurant ($$$) ****
American
South of Beale ($$) ****
Eclectic Bistro/Bar fare
Midtown (within 5 miles)
Bari Ristorante E Enoteca ($$$) *****
Adriatic Italian, Chef Jason Severs
Beauty Shop ($$) ****
New American, Chef Karen Carrier
Bounty on Broad ($$$) *****
Farm-to-table, gluten-free.
Cafe 1912 ($$$) ****
French Café
Second Line ($$) ****
Cajun-Creole, Chef Kelly English
Tsunami ($$$) *****
Innovative Pacific Rim, Chef Ben Smith
Questions
For questions regarding the 2023 meeting in Memphis, TN, please email info@lilliputiansurgicalsociety.com or contact meeting host, Dr. Max Langham directly, mlanghamjr@gmail.com.