Global Teen Medical Summit

Throughout the week, your team will work on a design concept under the guidance of renowned healthcare professionals. You’ll work on various projects, attend workshops, and hear from leading speakers to help generate new ways of thinking about the most pressing medical issues of our day. Together with your peers, you’ll define areas of opportunity and explore how to respond ethically to the problems and challenges, putting theory into practice within today’s healthcare landscape.

What is the cost to attend the Global Teen Medical Summit? 

We are working to get the best costs and discounts for the program. Please check back

What expenses are covered by the program fee?

• 5 fun-filled days of exciting hands-on sessions with medical experts, and medical center visits
• Dorm accommodations
• Meals and transportation
• World-renowned medical presentations
• Fun evening parties and networking events
• A GTMS T-shirt, a sling backpack, a pen, and a badge

What expenses are not covered in the program fee? 

• The program fee does not include transportation costs to and from the Summit. 
• While attending GTMS, the student will only need money for personal spending on items such as souvenirs, additional snacks, and other incidentals. 
• For students traveling to and from Houston by plane, we recommend that they bring money to purchase food at the airports. 

Are scholarships available? 

Yes, need-based scholarship applications are available. Please note that the deadline to apply for scholarships is earlier than the program registration deadline. 

What are the requirements to apply for the scholarship?

• Students currently enrolled in 9^th – 12^th grade 
• Interest in medical and/or environmental health fields of study 
• Proven financial need or hardship (Lone Star card, free/reduced lunch/or 1040 tax form)
• Show a strong desire and ability to overcome barriers to achieve their goals 
• Submission of a 500-word essay 
• Copy of their most recent report card 
• Submit one letter of recommendation (from teacher, principal, or guidance counselor) 

Can I attend if I am a student with Special Needs? 

Yes. If you are a student with special needs or disabilities, we encourage you to enroll. We may be able to provide you with auxiliary aids and services to assist you. For more information or to discuss your particular needs before enrolling in the program, please contact Kennethia Rideaux, Assistant Director of Programs, at teensummit@thehealthmuseum.org or 713-521-1515 x121. 

The Summit is full! Can I get on a waiting list? 

Yes. We will maintain a waiting list. The waiting list is first come, first served. Please contact teensummit@thehealthmuseum.org to be added to the waiting list.

I’ve registered. What are the next steps? 

Once the student has paid the registration fee, a confirmation email and registration packet will be emailed to them. The attendee must complete all forms emailed in the registration packet and email them to The Health Museum. The packet includes a student Information form, a parent information form, an agreement form, a student code of conduct, an insurance policy information form and a copy of your health insurance card, an acceptance of medication policy, and a travel form. It is recommended that the student carry a copy of their health insurance card with them while traveling. 

Registrants will also receive an email with the Zoom registration link for the pre-conference program as well as information about the Design Project. 

What is the cancellation policy? 

Any cancellations and requests for refunds must be submitted in writing via email to teensummit@thehealthmuseum.org.

Cancellation submitted by the initial deadline will receive the full tuition refund minus $100 (non-refundable deposit). Cancellations submitted after that date will receive 50% of the tuition refund.

Students who are dismissed from the forum for disciplinary reasons or leave the conference early for any reason are not eligible for a refund. 

What is the dress code? 

Business casual (i.e., Pants, khakis, collared shirts, dresses/skirts no shorter than 2 inches above knees; Jeans are permitted with a business casual top). Please wear comfortable closed-toed shoes. The participants will be walking part of the way to the various destinations. This is a professional conference where you will have an opportunity to interact with many professionals. Please be mindful of your attire. Participants may not be permitted in certain sessions/field trips if their dress code is not followed. 

The following list includes non-permissible attire: 

• NO cut-off shorts, short shorts, mini skirts, or bike shorts 
• NO tank tops, spaghetti straps, or strapless tops 
• NO ripped jeans or pants worn below the hips (sagged) 
• NO open-toed shoes 

Should the students bring anything with them? 

Students will be traveling to various sites during the conference. Comfortable shoes are recommended each day. We will be walking throughout the day. It is also suggested to bring an umbrella, depending on the weather forecast. In addition, although the conference takes place during the summer in Houston, it could be cold in certain facilities. A light sweater or jacket may be necessary. We also suggest bringing money for vending machines, the museum gift shop, etc. A water bottle can also be carried. 

Suggested packing list

What is the arrival time for the Summit? 

TBD

Which Airport should I fly to? 

Staff members will meet all students arriving by airplane at Houston/Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)/Hobby. Click here for the airport website. Students must arrive between the hours of 10:00 a.m. and 2:00 pm Central Standard Time (CST). Information about the meeting location at the airport will be emailed before the Summit.

What if I am unable to fly to Houston during the four-hour travel window? 

If the attendee’s flight arrives after 2:00 p.m. on July 13, he or she can arrange to take a shared ride shuttle to The Health Museum or an Uber car. 

Shuttle reservations can be made at www.supershuttle.com. The shuttle reservation desk is located in the baggage claim areas in each terminal. 

I am flying into Houston to Bush Intercontinental Airport/Hobby. How will I get to the Summit? 

The Health Museum will have staff members at the airport. For an additional $50 round trip fee, a bus will take the students to and from The Health Museum. When registering, please select the option for Airport transportation. (See additional transportation information under the Transportation and Accommodation Questions). 

Should I purchase Trip Insurance? 

To protect and safeguard the investment in travel and Summit costs, we strongly recommend that Trip Insurance be purchased. 

What is the departure time of the Summit? 

The Summit will end at 2:00 pm on the final day. Students should be picked up at The Health Museum.  

In what time zone is The Health Museum? 

The Health Museum is located in Houston, Texas. It is located in the Central Standard Time Zone (CST). 

What is the weather like in Houston? 

The weather in Houston, Texas, is tropical. In July, expect temperatures to be in the low to high 90’s with high humidity. 

Is parking available at the museum free during the Summit? 

Parents or guardians who drive their child to the Summit will receive a free parking token. Students who drive to the Summit may leave their car at the museum for free. Please note, however, that the museum lot is not monitored. The Health Museum is not responsible for theft or damage to cars parked in the lot.  

The entrance to the parking lot is located on Hermann Drive.

Can I request a roommate? 

Roommate requests can be made during the registration process; however, we encourage the students to allow us to randomly assign their roommate before the arrival day. We believe one of the benefits of the Summit is the opportunity to get to know peers.  

What Safety and Supervision measures are in place?  

Your safety and well-being are our highest priority. The Summit will occur in a safe, controlled environment. You will be closely supervised by a program director and trained staff. 

Safety measures include: 

• Maintaining a student-to-staff ratio of 10:1. 
• Housing for students and chaperones
• Each floor will be designated for a single sex and chaperones are assigned to every floor for monitoring and supervision. 
• Transportation provided to and from the airport and from the dorms to The Health Museum. 
• Students will wear their identification badges at all times to ensure proper identification. 

Can parents or family visit students enrolled in the Summit? 

Due to a very busy schedule, visits with friends or relatives during the Summit will not be allowed. 

What if I lose something or forget to bring a personal item home after the Summit? 

All lost and found items will be retained by the program staff for 2 weeks following the Summit. Items of higher monetary value will be retained for 30 days. After 30 days, all items remaining will be discarded or donated.