HGF Family Day - Texas

The Human Growth Foundation (HGF) invites you to the 11th Annual HGF Family Day—a meaningful event centered on education, awareness, and empowerment for patients, families, and the wider community. Whether you or a loved one is navigating rare childhood growth, bone, or endocrine conditions, or wishes to learn, connect, and show your support, this special day promises to inspire, inform, and bring joy to everyone involved!

Join us on Saturday, December 13, 2025, from 9 am to 1 pm and get ready to dive into an unforgettable experience at the Gladys Porter Zoo

This HGF Family Day will feature:

🎤 Expert Discussions – Learn from top specialists in the field.

🛍️ Display Booths – Connect with valuable resources.

🍽 Catered Breakfast and Lunch – Delicious meals with great company.

🦒 Zoo Adventure – Explore an incredible Zoo experience.

Presentation Speakers:

• Shared Decision Making and pGHD Treatment
  Presented by: Kurt Feldmann
• How an Endocrinologist Thinks About Growth
  Presented by: Dr. Surya Mulukutla
• The Importance of Good Nutrition
  Presented by: Lizlette Quintanilla, Registered Dietitian
• Caregiver Burnout
  Presented by: Zuleyka Y. Betancourt, LCSW

Together, we can raise awareness for rare growth and bone disorders while celebrating the strength of our community.

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Host or Publisher Human Growth Foundation