# Event Details - **Event Name**: Gun Violence Prevention Symposium - **Event Start and End Date**: Thu, 15 Oct, 2026 at 04:00 pm – Thu, 15 Oct, 2026 at 08:00 pm (-04:00) - **Event Description**: Bringing together diverse voices and perspectives to advance meaningful, evidence-based approaches to gun violence prevention.About this EventGun Violence Prevention SymposiumThursday, October 15, 2026 at 4:00-8:00 PMJoin us for an evening of interdisciplinary learning, dialogue, and collaboration hosted by the Jefferson Center for Injury Research & Prevention and the Department of Surgery. Hear from leading voices in gun violence prevention, engage in conversations with experts and peers, and connect with physicians, researchers, educators, students, and advocates to exchange ideas and advance evidence-based approaches to building safer communities together.This event is free and open to all. Spaces are limited - please register in advance to secure your spot.📍 Venue & Getting HereAddressDorrance H. Hamilton Building - First Floor Atrium1001 Locust St, Philadelphia, PA 19107Thomas Jefferson University, Center City Campus🚇 By Public Transit (Recommended)Subway: SEPTA Broad Street Line to Walnut–Locust Station, then walk east on Locust Street approximately three blocks to the building at 11th and Locust.Regional Rail: Any regional rail line to Jefferson Station (Market East), then walk south on 11th Street to the Jefferson campus.From New Jersey: PATCO High Speed Line to the 10th and Locust Station - the building is a short walk from there.Use the SEPTA Trip Planner (septa.org) for door-to-door directions from your location.🚗 By Car & ParkingParking Garage (paid): A parking garage is accessible via the 12th Street entrance beneath the building. Please note this is a paid facility - we strongly encourage use of public transit when possible.GPS/Maps: Enter 1001 Locust St, Philadelphia, PA 19107 for navigation.🏛 Building Entry & AccessEntrance: Use the Locust Street entrance overlooking the open plaza.Front Desk: All attendees must check in at the front desk upon arrival.Signage & Directions: Event signage will be posted and staff will be available in the lobby to direct you.Day-of Contact: If you have trouble finding the space or need assistance, contact Hannah Brown at 201-321-6624.Accessibility: The venue is fully wheelchair accessible.Dress Code: Business casual.This event is in-person only - no virtual or hybrid option is available.Agenda🕑: 04:00 PM - 04:20 PMOpening RemarksHost: Charles J. Yeo, MD, FACS Info: Samuel D. Gross Professor in Surgery and Chair, Department of Surgery; Senior Vice President and Chair, Enterprise Surgery, Jefferson Health🕑: 04:20 PM - 04:30 PMIntroduction of Selwyn O Rogers Jr.Host: David A. Oxman, MDInfo: Associate Professor of Medicine; Program Director, Critical Care Medicine Fellowship; Co-Chair, TJUH Ethics Committee🕑: 04:30 PM - 05:00 PMStriving for Equity in Trauma Care: Preventing Gun ViolenceHost: Selwyn O Rogers Jr., MD, MPH, FACSInfo: James E. Bowman Jr. Professor of Surgery; Chief of Trauma and Acute Care Surgery; Executive Vice President, Community Health Engagement; Founding Director, UChicago Medicine Trauma Center🕑: 05:05 PM - 05:35 PMViolence Prevention & Community-Based InterventionHost: Joel A. Fein, MD, MPHInfo: Co-Director, Center for Violence Prevention, Children's Hospital of Philadelphia; Professor of Pediatrics, Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania. 🕑: 05:40 PM - 06:10 PMHealth Systems Violence PreventionHost: Robert D. Barraco, MD, MPH, FACS, FCCP, CPEInfo: Chief Academic Officer, Lehigh Valley Health Netowrk; Adjunct Professor of Surgery, Thomas Jefferson University🕑: 06:15 PM - 06:45 PMPanel DiscussionHost: Stanton B. Miller, MD, MPHInfo: Moderator | Executive Director, Jefferson Center for Injury Research and Prevention; Clinical Associate Professor of Surgery, Emergency Medicine and Population Health. 🕑: 07:00 PM - 08:00 PMDinner & Networking Reception - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/philadelphia/gun-violence-prevention-symposium/100001997638875652 - **Event Categories**: exhibitions - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 - **Event Highlights**: - Duration: 4 hours - Location: Dorrance H. Hamilton Building, Thomas Jefferson University - Languages: English ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 0, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Philadelphia - **state**: PA - **country**: United States - **location**: Dorrance H. Hamilton Building, Thomas Jefferson University - **lat**: 39.9476019 - **long**: -75.1585303 - **full address**: Dorrance H. Hamilton Building, Thomas Jefferson University, 1001 Locust Street, Philadelphia, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Gun Violence Prevention Symposium - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events10/banners/be535cd5c864e4dae8de5c31c89fd454bd40c43e29a682b3751ba408b609c480-rimg-w1200-h664-dcd8e8e8-gmir.jpg?v=1787200394 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Gun Violence Prevention Symposium being held? - **A:** Gun Violence Prevention Symposium takes place on Thu, 15 Oct, 2026 at 04:00 pm to Thu, 15 Oct, 2026 at 08:00 pm at Dorrance H. Hamilton Building, Thomas Jefferson University, 1001 Locust Street, Philadelphia, United States. - **Q**: Who is organizing Gun Violence Prevention Symposium? - **A:** Gun Violence Prevention Symposium is organized by Jefferson Socially Responsible Surgery. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Gun Violence Prevention Symposium is ideal for art lovers, trade professionals, collectors, and exhibition enthusiasts exploring the latest in their field. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Philadelphia, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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