Second Annual Mid-South Spine Symposium
We’re excited to invite senior residents and fellows in orthopaedic surgery and neurosurgery to the 2nd Annual Mid-South Spine Symposium taking place October 23–24 at the impressive Memphis Education and Research Institute (MERI) in Memphis, TN.
Hosted by faculty hailing from five powerhouse institutions—Campbell Clinic, Vanderbilt University Medical Center, University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, University of Iowa, and the Andrews Spine Institute—this course delivers cutting-edge training and essential exposure to the latest in spine surgery technique and innovation.
What to Expect:
Thursday, October 23, 6 p.m.: Thursday Welcome & Networking Dinner with Case Discussions
Friday, October 24, 7 a.m. – 4 p.m.: Friday Full-Day Course, including:
- Expert-led lectures and panel discussions
- Hands-on cadaver labs led by spine subspecialists
- Networking with industry leaders
- Breakfast, lunch, and snack breaks provided
- One night hotel stay (double occupancy) included for Thursday, October 23, 2025
This is a rare opportunity to learn directly from top spine surgeons across five premier institutions and explore the newest techniques in minimally invasive spine surgery, spinal endoscopy, technological advances, and clinical insights that can shape your practice and career.
Faculty
Program leadership will be provided by the following orthopaedic spine faculty:
David B. Bumpass, MD, University of Arkansas for the Medical Sciences
Chad Campion, MD, Assistant Professor, UTHSC-Campbell Clinic
Raymond Gardocki, MD, Assoc. Professor, VUMC
Daniel C. Kim, MD, The Spine Center at Andrews Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine
Catherine Olinger, MD, MS Clinical Asst Professor, University of Iowa
Kirk Thompson, MD, Assistant Professor, UTHSC-Campbell Clinic
