50th Anniversary Celebration Weekend
Saturday, October 17 – Sunday, October 18, 2026
2026 marks the 50th anniversary of the academic Department of Obstetrics & Gynecology of UMass Memorial Health and UMass Chan Medical School. We invite our cherished teaching clinicians, preceptors and faculty —past and present—to join us in Worcester for a reunion and celebration of this momentous occasion.
Join Us
We invite you to Reconnect and Recharge with your friends and colleagues from the years that you were part of the UMass OB-GYN team. Choose to participate in whichever activities most appeal to you. Guests welcome.
- Celebrate with us at our formal 50th Anniversary Gala, where we will honor our shared history and commit to a bold future.
- Explore the History and Culture of Worcester and the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology.
- Attend Educational Lectures and earn CME credits
- Reunite with peers, mentors and trainees from UMass Memorial and UMass Chan.
50th Anniversary Celebration Agenda
CME Track and Non-CME Track
AGENDA
Saturday morning, October 17, 2026
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CME Track |
Non-CME Track |
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8:00am-12:00pm |
10:00am-12:00pm |
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Obtain critical new evidence updates in the field of OB-GYN from a speaker line-up comprised completely of UMass faculty and alumni! Learn about new practice guidance on common obstetrics and gynecologic conditions and how to incorporate them into your practice. |
Spend the morning immersing yourself in the museum’s wide-ranging exhibitions that tell global stories—from art made thousands of years ago to works being created today. With strong ties to both our local community and the international art world, the Worcester Art Museum is an essential cultural venue for Central Massachusetts and beyond. |
Saturday afternoon, October 17, 2026
Reunion and Tours
12:00pm-3:00pm
UMass Memorial Medical Center—Memorial Campus
119 Belmont Street, Worcester, MA
Enjoy a catered lunch at the Memorial campus, where you’ll find connections from all decades of clinicians and alumni from the Department of OB-GYN.
After reuniting, learn about the evolution of the department and reflect on how the practice of OB-GYN has changed over the past 50 years. Then take a guided tour of our new and old clinical spaces that comprise the patient-facing areas of OB-GYN at UMass Memorial Medical Center.
Saturday evening, October 17, 2026
50th Anniversary Gala
5:00pm-10:00pm
AC Hotel
125 Front St, Worcester, MA
Cheers to 50 years! A true celebration of all that we’ve accomplished throughout our partnerships, a recognition that it hasn’t been easy, and a nod to the future of our field.
Dancing and socializing will follow a plated dinner. Bar service is available. Semi-formal attire requested. Invite your classmates, bring a guest, or come on your own. We can’t wait to see you there!
Sunday morning, October 18, 2026
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CME Track |
Non-CME Track |
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9:00am-12:00pm |
9:00am-12:00pm |
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Hear from additional UMass faculty and alumni speakers who will continue important conversations around the current landscape of OB-GYN. Explore challenges we all face in delivering high-quality care and initiatives and partnerships that could be used to help address them. A catered brunch buffet will be available on your way into the lecture room for you to enjoy as you listen. |
Not a current practitioner? Skip the educational content and enjoy a slow-paced morning socializing with friends. Bring your selections from the catered brunch buffet into our private dining room where you can continue conversations from the night before. |
Whether you choose to participate in the CME track or the non-CME track, the 50th Anniversary Celebration promises to be an unforgettable weekend. More information coming soon!
UNABLE TO ATTEND, BUT WANT TO SUPPORT THE INITIATIVE?
Contribute to the fund, acknowledging our department as a critical part of your professional growth, and guaranteeing opportunities that build a foundation for the next generation.
With proceeds from this event and the support of generous donors like you, we are striving to create a dedicated endowment to:
- Support OB-GYN trainees through scholarly opportunities, research stipends, and leadership development.
- Empower faculty with resources for academic development and advancement, innovation, and advocacy.
- Advance reproductive health equity by funding initiatives that expand access to care and promote justice in our communities.
The new OB-GYN Department Fund will serve as a lasting tribute to the legacy of our department and a powerful investment in its future.
Together, we can ensure that the next 50 years of OB/GYN at UMass Memorial Health and UMass Chan Medical School are defined by excellence, equity, and impact. Thank you for your support!
More information coming soon.