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AAGL/FECOLSOG Webinar: Deep Dive into Endometriosis Pain: Unveiling the Mystery of Endometriosis, Nociplastic Pathophysiology, and Building Multidisciplinary Care Plans
2024-05-14 17:00 (America/Los_Angeles)
AAGL/FECOLSOG Webinar: Click here to register.
Webinar Topic: Deep Dive into Endometriosis Pain: Unveiling the Mystery of Endometriosis, Nociplastic Pathophysiology, and Building Multidisciplinary Care Plans
Presented by:
Jorge F. Carrillo, MD, Orlando VA Healthcare System, Orlando, FL
Topic Title: Beyond the Physical: Unveiling a Hidden Dimension of Persistent Pelvic Pain

Claudia Bastidas Guarin, MD, Imbanaco Clinic, Cali, Colombia
Topic Title: Optimizing Care: The Multidisciplinary Approach to Endometriosis-associated Chronic Pelvic Pain.

Angelica Cuello, MD, Medifetal, Cartagena, Colombia
Topic Title: Managing Chronic Pelvic Pain Beyond Endometriosis

Moderated By:
Juan Diego Villegas-Echeverri, MD and Georgine Lamvu, MD, MPH

Webinar Description:
This interactive course delves into the complex world of endometriosis pain, specifically focusing on the emerging field of nociplastic pain and its role in this condition.
Webinar Course Objective(s):
• Gain a comprehensive understanding of nociplastic pain and its contribution to endometriosis pain
• Explore the latest research on pain pathways and central sensitization in endometriosis
• Develop strategies for effectively managing pelvic pain within a multidisciplinary framework
• Learn to integrate a biopsychosocial approach into your patient care
• Analyze and discuss real-world case studies to refine your clinical decision-making

GYNITALY24
2024-05-28 - 2024-05-31 | Grand Hotel Salerno, Lungomare Clemente Tafuri, 1, 84127, Salerno, Italy
Global Community of Gynecological Surgeons in collaboration with the AAGL. Featuring plenary sessions, live surgeries, keynote lectures and breakout sessions as well as abstract presentations (oral & video) along with a poster exhibition, in the three-day scientific program. The main topics include Endometriosis, Benign Pathologies and Oncology, but will also discuss the latest challenges such as Artificial Intelligence, Augmented Reality and Green Sustainable Surgery.

AAGL Pelvic Pain SIG Webinar: Pelvic Pain Throughout The Lifespan
2024-05-30 17:00 - 18:00 (America/Los_Angeles)
AAGL Pelvic Pain SIG Webinar: Click here to register.
Webinar Topic: Pelvic Pain Throughout The Lifespan
Presented By:
Aakriti R. Carrubba, MD, Mayo Clinic Florida, Jacksonville, FL
Topic Title: Postpartum to Perimenopause
Megan S. Orlando, MD, University of Colorado, Aurora, CO
Topic Title: Young Adult and Reproductive-Age
Adrian C. Balica, MD, University of South Carolina School Of Medicine, Columbia, SC
Topic Title: Menopause and Beyond the Hysterectomy
Moderated By:
Susan S. Khalil, MD, MS
Webinar Description: This is a webinar hosted by the AAGL Pelvic Pain Special Interest Group on Pelvic Pain that will cover clinical presentations of Pelvic Pain in adolescence, reproductive age, perimenopause, menopause and post-menopause. It will include methods for diagnosis and management for the various phases, presentations, and complex Pelvic Pain presentations.
Webinar Course Objective(s):
1. Describe common causes of Pelvic Pain in adolescence, reproductive years, perimenopause and beyond.
2. Understand management options of various types of Pelvic Pain.

4th ISSA International – Hands-On Intensive Master in Basic and Advanced Laparoscopic Surgical Anatomy of the Female Pelvis and Techniques
2024-06-03 - 2024-06-06 | ICLO TEACHING AND RESEARCH CENTER, ia Evangelista Torricelli, 15A, 37135, Verona, Italy
A Hybrid Live and Digital Event in collaboration with the AAGL.
Marcello Ceccaroni, MD, PhD, Scientific Program Chair
Shailesh P. Puntambekar, MD, PhD, Co-Chair

Mastering Surgical Video Presentation: The Path to the Golden Laparoscope
2024-06-11 17:00 - 18:00 (America/Los_Angeles)
AAGL Webinar: Click here to register.
Webinar Topic: Mastering Surgical Video Presentation: The Path to the Golden Laparoscope
Presented By:
Jeffrey J. Woo, MD, Eastern Virginia Medical School, Virginia Beach, VA
Topic Title: Pre/Intra Op Considerations and Trimming the Fat of Surgical Footage!
Traci Emi Ito, MD, University of California San Francisco, San Francisco, CA
Topic Title: Highlights of the Highlights: How to Create Elegant Labeling for Your Videos
Jessica Kim, MD, University of California San Francisco, San Francisco, CA
Topic Title: Motion Graphics: Using Animation to Move Ahead
Moderated By:
Eung-Mi Lee, MD
Webinar Description: This presentation will examine the process of crafting a surgical presentation worthy of the Golden Laparoscope. From pre-operative preparations to intra-operative techniques, and post-operative processes, we will explore invaluable tips and tricks aimed at seamlessly constructing a successful and educational surgical presentation.
Webinar Course Objective(s):
1. Understand the essential components of a successful surgical presentation, including pre-operative, intra-operative, and post-operative considerations.
2. Learn strategies for effectively organizing and structuring content to enhance clarity and educational value.
3. Acquire techniques for incorporating visuals and multimedia to help engage the audience.

AAGL/Intuitive Webinar: Simplifying the Complex: Practical Strategies for da Vinci Hysterectomy
2024-06-13 10:00 - 11:00 (America/Los_Angeles)
AAGL/Intuitive Webinar: Click here to register.
Webinar Topic: Simplifying the Complex: Practical Strategies for da Vinci Hysterectomy
Presented by:

Devin Garza, MD, Texas Robotic Surgery for Women, Austin, TX
Webinar Description:
Dr. Devin Garza will share his best practices for leveraging da Vinci surgery to deliver a consistent, reproducible, minimally invasive approach to hysterectomy across a broad range of patient backgrounds. Additionally, he will share how the Intuitive Ecosystem and the new 5th Generation da Vinci system can help to drive performance improvement and streamline your OR.

Webinar Course Objective(s):
1. Share best practices for leveraging the da Vinci surgical system to deliver minimally invasive hysterectomies across a wide range of patients.
2. Discuss the benefits of a total practice approach to da Vinci surgery in driving efficiency and optimizing your outcomes.
3. Uncover ways how the Intuitive Ecosystem can drive lifelong learning, performance improvement, and OR efficiencies.
4. Discuss the enhancements that have been made to the 5th Generation da Vinci system that improve OR efficiency, surgeon ergonomics and autonomy, and instrument force feedback.

24th Advanced Workshop on Gynecologic Laparoscopic Anatomy & Minimally Invasive Surgery with Emphasis on Laparoscopic Hysterectomy
2024-06-14 08:00 - 2024-06-15 17:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | University of Louisville, 500 S. Preston St., Louisville, KY, 40202, United States
24th Advanced Workshop on Gynecologic Laparoscopic Anatomy & Minimally Invasive Surgery
Course Description
This course is designed for gynecologists who desire to advance their laparoscopic skills. This extensive two-day course will expose the participants to the knowledge and expertise of FMIGS trained laparoscopic surgeons, who will guide them through didactics and hands-on laparoscopic suturing and cadaveric sessions.
Scientific Program Chair: Resad P. Pasic, MD, PhD
Faculty: Megan A. Cesta, MD, Hosam Hanna, MD, Joseph L. Hudgens, MD, Thomas G. Lang, MD, MSc, Linda Shiber, MD
Local Faculty: Rebecca Barbaresso, DO, Sean L. Francis, MD, MBA, Shivani Parikh, MD, Jonathan H. Reinstine, MD, Lori L. Warren, MD
Questions contact: Gerardo Galindo, via phone: 714-503-6205 or email to: ggalindo@aagl.org.
Click here for more information

AAGL Robotics SIG Webinar: Robotics - Making the Complex Easier
2024-06-18 17:00 - 18:00 (America/Los_Angeles)
AAGL Robotics SIG Webinar: Click here to register.
Webinar Topic: Robotics – Making the Complex Easier
Presented By:
Thiers Soares, MD, Dr.h.c., State University of Rio de Janeiro, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
Topic Title: Robotic Approach of Advanced Stage and Deeply Infiltrating Endometriosis
Michael T. Breen, MD, The University of Texas at Austin Dell Medical School, Austin, TX
Topic Title: Robotic Approach to Fibroids With Difficult Pelvic Access
Moderated By:
Erica Stockwell, DO, and Mikhail Sarofim, MD, MS
Webinar Description:
Join us as we discuss Robotics as an enabling technology to enhance the minimally invasive approach to complex surgery for benign gynecology. We will learn how to utilize a Robotic approach for advanced stage and deeply infiltrating endometriosis. We will then transition to discuss Robotic approach to large uterine fibroids with difficult pelvic access.
Webinar Course Objective(s):
The objective of this course is to highlight the beneficial impact of Robotics on complex benign gynecologic surgery, such as with advanced stage and deeply infiltrating endometriosis and large uterine fibroids with difficult pelvic access.

AAGL Fibroids SIG Webinar: Fibroids on the Fringe: Discussion of Fibroid Management in Ambiguous Situations
2024-07-02 16:00 - 17:00 (America/Los_Angeles)
AAGL Fibroids SIG Webinar: Click here to register.
Webinar Topic: Fibroids on the Fringe: Discussion of Fibroid Management in Ambiguous Situations
Presented By:
Craig J. Sobolewski, MD, Duke University, Durham, NC
Topic Title: Management Options at the Extremes of Reproductive Age
Daniel S. Dias, MD, PhD, Botucatu Medical School, UNESP, Botucatu, Brazil
Topic Title: Management of Atypical Fibroids and STUMPs
Obianuju Sandra Madueke-Laveaux, MD, MPH, University of Chicago Medicine, Chicago, IL
Topic Title: FIGO 3 Fibroids: The Challenge and Clinical Conundrum
Moderated By:
Kristen Pepin, MD, MPH
Webinar Description: This interactive course focuses on management of Fibroids in complex situations, specifically focusing on Fibroid management at the extreme of ages, management of atypical Fibroids and management of Type 3 Fibroids.
Webinar Course Objective(s):
1. Describe special considerations for Fibroid management in patients in the early and late reproductive years.
2. Characterize the management of atypical Fibroids and STUMP tumors.
3. Detail considerations for management of FIGO 3 Fibroids.

AAGL/Intuitive Webinar: Advancing MIGS Through a Growth Mindset: The Journey of Two da Vinci Surgeons
2024-07-11 16:00 - 17:00 (America/Los_Angeles)
AAGL/Intuitive Webinar: Click here to register.
Webinar Topic: Advancing MIGS Through a Growth Mindset: The Journey of Two da Vinci Surgeons
Presented by:
Olga Muldoon, MD, AdventHealth Denver, Denver, CO
Alison Vogell, MD, Tufts Medical Center, Boston, MA
Webinar Description: Drs. Olga Muldoon and Alison Vogell share their journeys as an early practice and a mid-career surgeon toward a Total Practice da Vinci approach to minimally invasive gynecologic surgery. They will share their approach to executive, care team, and cross-specialty alignment on building a successful da Vinci program that achieves the Quintuple Aim, and how they’ve leveraged the unified Intuitive Ecosystem to drive their growth as surgeons and the growth of their programs.
Webinar Course Objective(s):
1. Learn about the clinical value of da Vinci surgery in MIGS.
2. Understand how da Vinci surgery positively impacts patient experience/outcomes, surgeon experience, care team experience, reducing the cost of care, and providing minimally invasive surgery to a majority of women across a spectrum of disease states.
3. Learn how the unified Intuitive Ecosystem can support lifelong learning, program efficiency, and optimized patient outcomes.

AAGL/FEMEG Webinar: Urogynecological Surgery in Latin America
2024-08-21 16:00 - 17:00 (America/Los_Angeles)
AAGL/FEMEG Webinar: Click here to register.
Webinar Topic: Urogynecological Surgery in Latin America
Presented by:
Marta Maria Kemp, MD, PhD, Kemp Institute of Integrated Health, São Paulo, Brazil
Title of your Talk: Pelvic Floor Anatomy
Luis Fernando García-Rodríguez, MD, TecSalud – Tecnológico de Monterrey, Monterrey, México
Title of your Talk: Sacrocolpopexy Step by Step
Jonathan Valenzuela, MD, (UROMIN) Instituto Urológico de Invasión Mínima, Jalisco, México
Title of your Talk: V-notes and Urogynecology: When It Is Necessary
Moderated By:
Armando Menocal Tavernier, MD, and JD Villegas-Echeverri

Webinar Description: This is a urogynecological surgery webinar with Latin American experts in minimally invasive surgery with emphasis on highly complex surgery.
Webinar Course Objective(s):
1. Demonstrate the importance of knowledge of the anatomy of the pelvic floor in urogynecological surgery
2. Sacrocolpexy Step by Step
3.Advantages of V Notes Surgery

AAGL Urogynecology/Vaginal Surgery SIG Webinar: All That Bulges Isn't POP (Prolapse)
2024-08-27 17:00 - 18:00 (America/Los_Angeles)
AAGL Urogynecology/Vaginal Surgery SIG Webinar: Click here to register.
Webinar Topic: All That Bulges Isn’t POP (Prolapse)
Panel Discussion Presented By:
Lisa Hickman, MD,
Tanaz Ferzandi, MD,
Jolyn Hill, MD,
Nutan Jain, MD,
Luiz Gustavo Oliveira Brito, MD, PhD
Moderated By:
Lauren Siff, MD
Webinar Description: The Urogynecology/Vaginal Surgery SIG will host an hour-long panel reviewing those difficult cases that are within all our wheelhouses but can certainly be tricky to discern and to treat: The vaginal and periurethral masses that masquerade as prolapse! We will present in a case-based video and image heavy engaging conversation about the differential diagnosis, examination and evaluation including imaging and surgical management of these pathologies and reminds us all that “Not everything that bulges is prolapse!”
Webinar Course Objective(s):
1. To review the differential diagnosis and increase your awareness that all that bulges is not prolapse!
2. To demonstrate the examination and evaluation including imaging modalities for vaginal and periurethral masses.
3. To highlight tips, tricks and clinical pearls when approaching these masses surgically.
4. To engage the audience in discussion of their difficult cases or burning questions for non-prolapse vaginal bulges.

AAGL/Applied Medical Webinar: vNOTES: Taking MIGS to the Next Level
2024-09-12 16:00 - 17:00 (America/Los_Angeles)
AAGL/Applied Medical Webinar: Click here to register.
Webinar Topic: vNOTES: Taking MIGS to the Next Level
Presented By:
Jan Baekelandt, MD, PhD, Imelda Hospital, Bonheiden, Belgium
Topic Title: Simplifying Complex Cases
(Presenter & Moderator)

Sonnie Kim-Ashchi, MD, Intermountain Health, Las Vegas, NV
Topic Title: Mastering the Anterior Colpotomy
Veronica Lerner, MD, Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell Health, New York, NY
Topic Title: Increasing vNOTES Clinical Evidence
Webinar Description: In this industry-sponsored webinar by Applied Medical, discover how vNOTES is taking MIGS to the next level with Drs. Baekelandt, Kim-Ashchi and Lerner as they discuss the advantages of vNOTES for both patients and surgeons. The panel of experts will share case footage of patients with prior C-sections, large uteri and adnexal pathology. They will also review the latest clinical evidence, including the outcomes of recently published studies.
Webinar Course Objective(s):
• Watch expert case footage demonstrating the versatility of vNOTES.
• Review the latest clinical evidence on the efficacy of vNOTES.
• Explore how vNOTES can further your MIGS practice.

AAGL/JSGOE Webinar: What We Should Care for Achieving Efficient and Safe Minimally Invasive Surgery in Gynecologic Oncologic Treatment
2024-09-16 06:00 - 07:00 (America/Los_Angeles)
AAGL/JSGOE Webinar: Click here to register.
Webinar Topic: What We Should Care for Achieving Efficient and Safe Minimally Invasive Surgery in Gynecologic Oncologic Treatment
Presented By:
Shin Takenaka, MD, PhD, National Cancer Center Hospital East, Kashiwa, Japan
Title of Talk: Strategy of Anatomy and Surgical Field Exposure in Laparoscopic Lymph Node Dissection
Janice Kwon, MD, The University of British Columbia, Vancouver, Canada
Title of Talk: Clinical Implications of the SHAPE trial assessing Simple Versus Radical Hysterectomy in Women with Low-Risk Cervical Cancer
Kaoru Abiko, MD, PhD, National Hospital Organization Kyoto Medical Center, Kyoto, Japan
Title of Talk: Laparoscopic Surgery for Small Uterine Cervical Cancer in Japan: Radical, Semi-Radical, and Simple Hysterectomy
Opening Remarks by:
Masaki Mandai, MD, PhD, President of JSGOE
Moderated by:
Tsukasa Baba, MD, PhD
Webinar Description: This is a one-hour joint webinar moderated by the AAGL and the Japan Society of Gynecologic and Obstetric Endoscopy and Minimally Invasive Therapy (JSGOE). In this interactive Gyne-Oncologic MIS masterclass, join us for a thorough discussion on precise pelvic surgical anatomy and functionally non-impairing excision.
Webinar Course Objective(s):
1. Demonstrate the importance of knowledge of the anatomy of the pelvic floor in Gyne-Oncologic MIS
2. Learn the precise and accurate dissection for satisfactory Gyne-Oncologic treatment Step by Step
3. Advantages of minimally invasive modification of traditional approach

AAGL Oncology SIG Webinar: Performing Oncologically Safe Minimally Invasive Surgery
2024-09-24 16:00 - 17:00 (America/Los_Angeles)
AAGL Oncology SIG Webinar: Click here to register.
Webinar Topic: Performing Oncologically Safe Minimally Invasive Surgery
Presented By:
Dario Roque, MD, Feinberg School of Medicine at Northwestern University, Chicago, IL
Topic Title: Management Adnexal Masses with Minimally Invasive Surgery
Michael Kee-Ming Shu, MD, Henry Ford Health, Detroit, MI
Topic Title: Management Uterine Masses and Endometrial Hyperplasia with Minimally Invasive Surgery
M. Yvette Williams-Brown, MD, Dell Medical School at The University of Texas at Austin, Austin, TX
Topic Title: Management of Cervical Cancer with Minimally Invasive Surgery
Moderated By:
Yukio Sonoda, MD
Webinar Description: Presented by the AAGL Oncology SIG, the webinar will review how to perform minimally invasive gynecological surgery and adhere to sound oncological principals.
Webinar Course Objective(s): Understand how to approach adnexal masses, uterine and cervical pathology using oncologically safe minimally invasive surgery.

CanSAGE 2024 – Transforming Tomorrow: Improving Access to Advanced Gynecologic Care
2024-09-26 08:00 - 2024-09-28 17:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Victoria Conference Center, 812 Wharf Street, Victoria, British Columbia, Canada
The annual CanSAGE conference includes sessions, panel discussions, and presentations by leading figures in our field.
Meeting Chair
Dr. Paul Yong, Vancouver, BC

53rd Global Congress on MIGS
2024-11-16 08:00 - 2024-11-19 18:00 (America/Vancouver) | Ernest N. Morial Convention Center, New Orleans, LA, United States
53rd Annual Global Congress on MIGS
November 16-19, 2024
Ernest N. Morial Convention Center (ENMCC)
New Orleans, Louisiana
congress.aagl.org
Contact: meetings@aagl.org

Minimally Invasive Gynecologic Surgery Course and Cadaver Lab
2025-01-10 08:00 - 2025-01-12 17:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Center for Advanced Medical Learning and Simulation (CAMLS), 124 S. Franklin Street, Tampa, Florida, 33602
Minimally Invasive Gynecologic Surgery Course and Cadaver Lab
Provided by USF Health
The minimally invasive surgery course is a cadaver based, hands-on educational course for gynecologic surgeons who desire to advance their skills and knowledge in laparoscopic surgery. Participants will learn and practice surgical techniques for efficient and safe total laparoscopic hysterectomy and advanced pelvic dissection. A laparoscopic suturing lab will be available throughout the entire course for participants to practice the skills of laparoscopic suturing and knot tying. The course will also cover laparoscopic surgical dissection, effective use of laparoscopic instrumentation, electrosurgery and prevention and repairing of incidental bladder and bowel injuries.
This activity is designed to meet the educational needs of Obstetricians, Gynecologists, Gynecologic Surgeons, OB/GYN residents and fellows.
There will also be a pre course hysteroscopy lab on 1/10/2025.
Course Trailer and Learner Testimonials
https://vimeo.com/995106705/9e9b70bab7?share=copy
Course Directors
Emad Mikhail, MD, FACOG, FACS
Nash Moawad, MD, MS, FACOG, FACS
Click here to view a brochure and register
https://cmetracker.net/USF/Publisher?page=pubOpen#/EventID/358153/

AAGL PAG SIG Webinar: Pediatric Adnexal Masses – Safely Saving Ovaries for Young Patients
2025-02-24 17:00 - 18:00 (America/Los_Angeles)
AAGL PAG SIG Webinar: Click here to register.
Webinar Topic: Pediatric Adnexal Masses – Safely Saving Ovaries for Young Patients
Presented by:
Sari Kives, MD, The Hospital for Sick Kids, Toronto, Canada
Topic Title: Preoperative Assessment of Adnexal Masses/Deciding on Your Surgical Plan
Stephanie Cizek, MD, Stanford University School of Medicine, Palo Alto, CA
Topic Title: Removing a Large Mass in Pediatric Patient – Tips and Tricks
Dana Elborno, MD, Northwestern Medicine, Chicago, IL
Topic Title: Intraoperative Management in the Setting of Torsion/Postop Follow-up of Patients
Moderated by:

Gylynthia Elaine Trotman, MD, MPH
Webinar Description:
This Webinar is designed with the adult gynecologic surgeon in mind who may encounter adolescent and teenage patients either in regular practice or on-call in the hospital. We will review key differences between pediatric and adult adnexal mass evaluation and management, including pre-, intra-, post-operative recommendations and strategies. The goal is for course attendees is to maximize opportunities to safely perform ovarian-sparing surgery for young patients with adnexal masses (and to know when it’s time to take out the ovary!) using a case-based presentation format.
Webinar Course Objective(s):
1. Safe Ovary Saving Starts Preoperatively: Assess for malignancy and plan your surgery
2. Intraoperative Mass Management: Strategies for removing a large mass in a small patient
3. Safe Ovary Saving Continues Postoperatively: Monitoring after surgery

IAGE Annual Conference 2025
2025-03-14 08:00 - 2025-03-16 17:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | JW Marriot Hotel Pune, Maharashtra, India
Latest Trends in Gynecology
Innovate – Operate – Elevate
The IAGE AAGL 2025 Conference, from 14th to 16th March 2025 at JW Marriott, Pune, is a prestigious event in gynecology. Organized by IAGE and AAGL, it focuses on the latest advancements in the field. Featuring hands-on workshops, live surgeries, and expert-led sessions, the conference aims to enhance skills, foster innovation, and promote collaboration among medical professionals globally.
Organizing Chairpersons Shailesh Puntambekar and Dr Sunita Tandulwadkar

AAGL Endometriosis SIG Webinar: Defining an Optimal Surgery for Endometriosis
2025-03-24 17:00 - 18:00 (America/Los_Angeles)
AAGL Endometriosis SIG Webinar: Click here to register.
Webinar Topic: Defining an Optimal Surgery for Endometriosis
Presented by:
Jessica Opoku-Anane, MD, Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School,
New Brunswick, NJ
Topic Title: Ending the Pain: Strategic Surgical Planning and Precision Excision for Endometriosis
Antonio Gargiulo, MD, Fertility Centers of New England – Boston, Boston, MA
Topic Title: Endometrioma Management: Knowing if, When and How to Intervene
Moderated by:
Victoria Vargas, MD, MS
Webinar Description: There is significant variation in the surgical management of endometriosis and a lack of consensus among specialists about the optimal surgical result. Recent data from high volume centers suggests that complete excision of endometriosis (all visible, radiographically diagnosed, and palpable disease) leads to sustained benefit in terms of pain relief and reduces the risk of reoperation. There is also some evidence to suggest that this approach has a fertility benefit. However, individual considerations need to be taken with this approach, especially when fertility is a priority. This webinar will critically analyze the available literature, identify areas for productive discussion, and equip surgeons with the steps needed to achieve consistent surgical results using an individualized patient-centered approach.
Webinar Course Objective(s):
1. Understand the planning and surgical approach necessary to achieve an optimal endometriosis surgery for pain
2. Evaluate unique considerations for an optimal surgery for the infertility population

AAGL/LiNA Medical Webinar: Transforming Hysteroscopy: Moving Hospital Procedures to the Office
2025-04-10 16:00 - 17:00 (America/Los_Angeles)
AAGL/LiNA Medical Webinar: Click here to register.
Webinar Topic: Transforming Hysteroscopy: Moving Hospital Procedures to the Office
Presented By:
Jose Carugno, MD, University of Miami, Miami, FL (Moderator & Presenter)
(Presenter & Moderator)

Keith Isaacson, MD, Audubon Fertility, New Orleans, LA
Linnea R. Goodman, MD, Virginia Fertility and IVF, Charlottesville, VA
Webinar Description: Join three expert physicians as they share their insights and experiences with office hysteroscopy. Each will present their unique perspectives on its benefits, challenges, and practical applications. Following the presentations, they will engage in a dynamic discussion, answering questions from both their peers and webinar attendees.
Webinar Course Objective(s):

Advantages of In-Office Hysteroscopy vs. Blind Procedures:
Highlight the benefits of office-based hysteroscopy over blind procedures, such as improved accuracy and fewer complications.
Simplifying Hysteroscopy for the Office:
Discuss how to make hysteroscopy practical and efficient in the office setting.
Office Hysteroscopy for Fertility Patients:
Explain how in-office hysteroscopy aids in diagnosing and treating fertility-related uterine issues.
Reusable vs. Disposable Hysteroscopes:
Compare the pros and cons of reusable and disposable hysteroscopes, focusing on cost, convenience, and safety.
Set-Up for Office Hysteroscopy:
Outline the necessary equipment and patient preparation for office-based hysteroscopy.
Cost Analysis of Office Hysteroscopy:
Review the cost implications and potential savings of performing hysteroscopy in an office setting.

AAGL/ESGE Webinar Series: Come Sail Away Part 1: Masterful Navigation of Surgical Anatomy Through Pelvic Spaces and Ureteral Frontiers
2025-04-14 09:00 - 10:00 (America/Los_Angeles)
AAGL/ESGE Webinar Webinar Series – Webinar #1
Click here to register.

Webinar Topic: Come Sail Away Part 1: Masterful Navigation of Surgical Anatomy Through Pelvic Spaces and Ureteral Frontiers
Presented By:
Sarah Choi, MD (AAGL), Sydney Women’s Endosurgery Centre, Sydney Australia
Topic Title: You Should be the Captain of the Ship Through the Pelvis and Retroperitoneum
Hélder Ferreira, MD, PhD, MBA (ESGE), Centro Hospitalar Universitário de Santo António, Porto, Portugal
Topic Title: Ureteral Frontiers in Superficial and Deep Infiltrating Endometriosis
Moderated By:
Cara King, DO, MS (AAGL) and Benoit Rabischong, MD, PhD (ESGE)
Webinar Description: Laparoscopy with or without robotic assistance for benign, deeply infiltrating, or malignant disease pose several challenges to minimally invasive gynecologic surgeons. To perform safe and effective surgery, the surgeon should have precise knowledge of anatomical structures and retroperitoneal spaces. As the captain of the patient’s surgical journey, the surgeon should have the knowledge and skills to navigate through calm or rough conditions in the pelvis and abdomen and travel through spaces and around visceral and vascular structures. In extremely challenging and innovative cases, thorough anatomical knowledge will guide some surgeons to go where few surgeons have gone before to arrive to a successful surgical destination.
Webinar Objectives: At the conclusion of this webinar, the pelvic surgeon will be able to: 1) Recognize anatomical landmarks, retroperitoneal spaces, and pelvic visceral and vascular structures pertinent to laparoscopic and robotic-assisted gynecologic surgery to perform basis, intermediate, or advanced procedures. 2) To understand minimally invasive surgical techniques to enter and expose pelvic avascular spaces, parametrial ligaments, pelvic vessels and nerves and their anatomical relationships to the ureter and other retroperitoneal structures. 3) To demonstrate challenging cases and skillful steps in managing deep infiltrating endometriosis, radical hysterectomy, and uterine transplantation.

International Congress of Minimally Invasive Gynecology and Endometriosis
2025-04-23 08:00 - 2025-04-26 17:00 (America/Los_Angeles)
AAGL International Congress of Minimally Invasive Gynecology and Endometriosis in in affiliation with Federacao Brasileira das Associacoes de Ginecologia e Obstetricia
São Paulo, Brazil
Scientific Program Chairs:
Helizabet Salomão, MD
Maurício Abrão, MD

AAGL Fellowship Fair
2025-04-26 08:00 - 11:00 (America/Los_Angeles)
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AAGL/ESGE Webinar Series: Come Sail Away Part 2: Masterful Navigation through the Pelvic Nerves for Safe and Effective Surgery
2025-04-28 09:00 - 10:00 (America/Los_Angeles)
AAGL/ESGE Webinar Series – Webinar #2
Click here to register.

Webinar Topic: Come Sail Away Part 2: Masterful Navigation through the Pelvic Nerves for Safe and Effective Surgery
Presented by:
Benoit Rabischong, MD, PhD (ESGE),University Hospital of Clermont-Ferrand (CHU Estaing), Clermont-Ferrand, France
Topic Title: From Pelvic Spaces to Peripheral Nerves, What is a Nerve? A Sophisticated Microanatomy That You Have to Respect by Knowledge and Following Surgical Rules
Nucelio Lemos, MD, PhD, (AAGL), University of Toronto, Toronto, ON, Canada
Topic Title: Safe Navigation for Nerve Sparing Procedures While Charting Your Course Through Visceral and Somatic Innervation
Filipa Beja Osório, MD (ESGE), Hospital da Luz Lisboa, Lisbon, Portugal
Topic Title: Functional Neuroanatomy: What Happens if I Cut?
Moderated By:
Marie Fidela R. Paraiso, MD (AAGL) and Shaheen Khazali, MD, MSc (ESGE)
Webinar Description: This webinar aims to improve our knowledge of descriptive and functional Pelvic Neuroanatomy: Beyond our surgical vision, what is the internal architecture of peripheral nerves? How do they work and control the urinary and digestive functions? When and How to approach them safely following specific surgical rules?

AAGL Advanced Gynecologic Ultrasound and Imaging SIG Webinar: Ultrasound Diagnosis of Disorders Involving Cesarean Scar Defects
2025-05-15 16:00 - 17:00 (America/Los_Angeles)
AAGL Advanced Gynecologic Ultrasound and Imaging SIG Webinar: Click here to register.
Webinar Topic: Ultrasound Diagnosis of Disorders Involving Cesarean Scar Defects
Presented by:
Sophia N. Palmer, MD, Jacobi Medical Center, Bronx, NY
Topic Title: Ultrasound Evaluation of Uterine Niche/Isthmocele in the Non-Gravid Uterus
Caterina Exacoustos MD, PhD, University of Rome “Tor Vergata”, Rome, Italy
Topic Title: Ultrasound Diagnosis of Cesarean Scar Pregnancy (CSP)
Moderated by:

Yvette S. Groszmann, MD, MPH
Webinar Description: The webinar will include two presentations regarding Ultrasound Diagnosis of Disorders involving Cesarean Scar Defects:
1. Ultrasound Evaluation of Uterine Niche/Isthmocele in the Non-gravid Uterus.
2. Ultrasound Diagnosis of Cesarean Scar Pregnancy (CSP).
Webinar Course Objective(s): The objective of the webinar is to present how to characterize and diagnose the following disorders involving cesarean scar defects:
1. Uterine Niche/Isthmocele
2. Cesarean Scar Pregnancy

GynItaly 2025 Bootcamp
2025-05-27 08:00 - 2025-05-29 17:00 (America/Los_Angeles)
International Meeting on Minimally Invasive Surgery in Gynecology
From Theory to Clinical Practice
Venezia Lido, Italy
An exclusive event focused on optimal management of patients affected by gynecological benign and malignant diseases, from diagnosis to medical and surgical approach.
The Bootcamp, with its unique format, promises to equip you with knowledge and tools you need to excel!
Learn from leading international experts and engage in interactive workshops to gain in-depth practical insights and improve your everyday clinical practice.
Scientific Program Chairs:
Mario Malzoni, MD (Italy)
Maurício Abrão, MD, PhD (Brazil)

AAGL Pelvic Pain SIG Webinar: Navigating the Complexities of Endometriotic Pelvic Pain: Challenges and Solutions
2025-05-28 17:00 - 18:00 (America/Los_Angeles)
AAGL Pelvic Pain SIG Webinar: Click here to register.
Webinar Topic: Navigating the Complexities of Endometriotic Pelvic Pain: Challenges and Solutions
Presented by:
Aakriti R. Carrubba, MD, Mayo Clinic, Jacksonville, FL
Topic Title: Chronic Overlapping Pain Conditions: Pre-Hab and Setting Expectations
Sindhuja Nimma, MD, Mayo Clinic, Jacksonville, FL
Topic Title: Intra-Operative Management of Patients with Chronic Pain and Opioid Tolerance
Susan Khalil, MD, Mount Sinai Hospital at the Icahn School of Medicine, New York, NY
Topic Title: Assessment of Pain Recurrence and Long-Term Management: Is My Endo Back?
Moderated by:

Adrian C. Balica, MD
Webinar Description: This webinar provides a comprehensive exploration of the patient journey in the perioperative settings and its complexities surrounding endometriotic pelvic pain, chronic overlapping pain conditions, and the challenges in perioperative pain management. Topics include strategies for prehabilitation and setting patient expectations, intraoperative considerations for individuals with chronic pain and opioid tolerance, and long-term post operative management approaches for pain recurrence. Participants will gain insights into evidence-based solutions and multidisciplinary strategies to optimize patient outcomes.
Webinar Course Objective(s):
1. Prepare the audience for proactive interventions designed to prepare patients for surgery or treatment, with the goal of improving outcomes and reducing complications.
2. Teach how to manage patients with chronic pain and opioid tolerance during surgery requires a multimodal, individualized approach to optimize analgesia while minimizing opioid-related complications.
3. Present a comprehensive, multidisciplinary approach for accurate assessment and long-term management of postoperative endometriosis pain.

25th Advanced Workshop on Gynecologic Laparoscopic Anatomy & Minimally Invasive Surgery With Emphasis on Laparoscopic Treatment of Endometriosis
2025-06-13 - 2025-06-14 | University of Louisville, 500 S. Preston St., Louisville, KY, 40202, United States
25th Advanced Workshop on Gynecologic Laparoscopic Anatomy & Minimally Invasive Surgery
With Emphasis on Laparoscopic Treatment of Endometriosis
June 13-14, 2025
University of Louisville
Louisville, Kentucky
Course Description
This course is designed for gynecologists who desire to advance their laparoscopic skills. This extensive two-day course will expose the participants to the knowledge and expertise of FMIGS trained laparoscopic surgeons, who will guide them through didactics and hands-on laparoscopic suturing and cadaveric sessions.
Course Objective
At the conclusion of this activity, the participant will be able to:
1) Appraise skills learned to relevant pelvic anatomy and apply them to surgery including laparoscopic hysterectomy, laparoscopic resection of deep infiltrating endometriosis (DIE) and pelvic floor surgery
2) Apply skills learned to pelvic sidewall dissection and illustrate retroperitoneal structures
3) Explain the ergonomics, theory, and rationale for reproducible laparoscopic suturing
4) Demonstrate measurable improvement in laparoscopic suturing skills and apply principles of laparoscopic suturing to fresh cadaver tissue
5) Identify risk factors for laparoscopic complications and manage treatment of such
Program Chair
Resad P. Pasic, MD, PhD
Professor, Obstetrics, Gynecology & Women’s Health
University of Louisville school of Medicine
Louisville, Kentucky
Lab Director
Shivani Parikh, MD
Fellow, Fellowship in Minimally Invasive Gynecologic Surgery (FMIGS)
Department of Obstetrics, Gynecology & Women’s Health
University of Louisville school of Medicine
Louisville, Kentucky
More Information
https://aagl.swoogo.com/ky2025
