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Urogynaecological Society of Australasia
Dedicated to the advancement of urogynaecological knowledge, advocating for women's health and improving the standards of patient care.
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The 2023 UGSA ASM will feature two outstanding international keynote speakers Dr Kimberly Kenton and Dr Mark Slack Leaders in the field of urogynaecology, delegates will have the opportunity to learn directly from both
Dr Kimberly Kenton and Dr Mark Slack during our exclusive pre-meeting workshops, alongside topical presentations during the plenary conference. To learn more about this year's ASM and register please visit 2023 UGSA Annual Scientific Meeting
2023 UGSA ASM International Keynote Speaker
Dr Kimberly Kenton
Dr Kimberly Kenton is board-certified in OB/GYN and Female Pelvic Medicine & Reconstructive Surgery. She is a Professor of Obstetrics & Gynaecology and Urology and serves as division chief of Female Pelvic Medicine & Reconstructive Surgery at Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine. As the Medical Director of the Women’s Integrated Pelvic Health Program, Dr. Kenton leads the fully integrated program which provides world-class clinical and surgical care while offering patients access to breakthrough clinical research. Dr. Kenton earned international recognition for treatment and research of women with complex pelvic floor disorders and minimally invasive surgical techniques with laparoscopy and robotics.
Her clinical interests include treatment of urinary incontinence, pelvic organ prolapse, fecal incontinence, complex urinary and rectal fistulas, mesh complications, and congenital anomalies. Her research focuses on clinical effectiveness trials and patient centered outcomes for pelvic floor disorder treatments. With over 250 peer-reviewed publications, a Master of Science in clinical research and biostatistical analysis, and 20-years of continuous NIH, industry and private funding, Dr. Kenton has been the primary investigator on numerous National Institutes of Health-funded studies that have led to advances in surgical treatment and outcomes for women with urinary incontinence and pelvic organ prolapse.
To learn more about this year's ASM visit https://www.ugsa.com.au/ugsa-asm
2023 UGSA ASM International Keynote Speaker Dr Mark Slack
Dr Mark Slack
Mark Slack is a co-founder and the Chief Medical Officer of CMR Surgical. He is a Consultant Gynaecologist with a strong background in clinical and translational research.
Mark trained as a medical doctor and Gynaecologist in South Africa graduating with the Gold Medal for Obstetrics and Gynaecology for the Fellowship of the College of Medicine of South Africa. He has continued to pursue a combined clinical and academic career with a number of successful innovations in surgery and Gynaecology. In addition, he has a strong interest in basic science research.
He still practices clinical medicine and surgery in Cambridge as well as being on the staff of the clinical school of medicine of the University of Cambridge.
His work resulted in him being awarded the Simms Black Professorship of the Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists and the award of “Leading Clinical Researcher” by the National Institute of Health Research in 2015. He has published over a hundred original peer reviewed articles and contributed to more than 25 textbooks.
His interest in minimal access surgery led him to explore the possibilities of improving uptake of minimal access surgery by the utilisation of more sophisticated surgical tools such as the robot.
To learn more about this year's ASM visit https://www.ugsa.com.au/ugsa-asm
2023 UGSA ASM
The ASM Organising Committee is delighted to invite you to the Urogynaecology Society of Australasia (UGSA) 2023 Annual Scientific Meeting at the Sofitel Hotel in the heart of Melbourne.
Exploring the theme of 'Navigating the Changing Landscape in Urogynaecology', join international keynote speakers Dr Kimberly Kenton and Dr Mark Slack as we bring together the largest group of Australian and New Zealand doctors, allied health and industry professionals in the field of urogynaecology and female pelvic floor medicine.
We look forward to welcoming you to Melbourne.
2023 UGSA ASM Call for Abstract Submissions
Abstracts for Free Communication (Oral) and Video presentations for the Urogynaecological Society of Australasia's 2023 Annual Scientific Meeting will open on Wednesday 10 May 2023. The deadline for abstract submission is Friday, 26 August 2023 5pm AEST.
For full abstract submission and preparation guidelines, key dates, and information on awards and prizes, please click the button below:
2023 UGSA ASM ABSTRACT GUIDELINES
NB> A total of 10 Abstracts will be shortlisted for presentation | 7 Oral and a maximum of 3 Video
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INTRODUCING THE UGSA MEDICAL DIRECTORY
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UGSA PELVIC FLOOR DATABASE
The UGSA Pelvc Floor Database is an important tool assisting surgeons with surgical self-auditing obligations. Developed in partnership with the British Society of Urogynaecology (BSUG), by using the database surgeons contribute to the continued progress in medical and surgical management as well as important research with the aim of improving female health care. To learn more about the UGSA Pelvic Floor Database and its importance as a self-auditing tool visit the UGSA Pelvic Floor Database page today.
vNOTES WORKSHOP
Vaginal Natural Orifice Transluminal Endoscopic Surgery is an advanced minimally invasive gynecologic procedure combining the benefits of laparoscopic surgery and vaginal approaches. Have you considered vNOTES for your USLS procedures? If you would like to attend a vNOTES workshop, please visit the ASM registration site and confirm your interest.
THE UROGYNAECOLOGICAL SOCIETY OF AUSTRALASIA IS PROUD TO BE AFFILIATED WITH THE FOLLOWING ORGANISATIONS
RANZCOG is a not-for-profit organisation dedicated to the establishment of high standards of practice in obstetrics and gynaecology and women's health.
The College trains and accredits doctors throughout Australia and New Zealand in the specialties of obstetrics and gynaecology so that they are capable of providing the highest standards of healthcare.
The College also supports research into women's health and acts as an advocate for women's healthcare by forging productive relationships with indivdiuals, the community and professional organisations, both locally and internationally.
The International Urogynecological Association (IUGA) is dedicated to the global advancement of urogynecological knowledge and patient care through education and the promotion of basic and clinical research on disorders of the female pelvic floor.
In addition to holding an annual conference and publishing the International Urogynecology Journal, IUGA activities include conducting education programs around the world, developing consensus terminology in the field, connecting related professionals, and producing patient education materials.
The International Continence Society (ICS) is a registered charity with a global health focus which strives to improve the quality of life for people affected by urinary, bowel and pelvic floor disorders by advancing basic and clinical science through education, research, and advocacy. The strategic aim for the ICS is to be the global home of science and clinical education for LUTS, Incontinence and Pelvic Floor Disorders.
Since 1971 the ICS has led multi-disciplinary continence research and education on a worldwide scale through the ICS Annual Meeting and the Neurourology and Urodynamics Journal.
