SGO Annual Meeting 2021
2021-03-20 00:00 - 2021-03-23 23:59 (Australia/Brisbane) | Washington State Convention Center, 705 Pike Street, Seattle, Washington, 98101, United States

AGES/RANZCOG Trainee Workshop 2021
2021-06-05 08:30 - 2021-06-06 17:00 | Kolling Institute
AGES/RANZCOG Trainee Workshop 2021

Venue: Kolling Institute, SydneyProgram: click here

The aim of the course is to teach trainees of all levels the practice and principles of laparoscopic adnexal surgery and laparoscopic suturing techniques.

The maximum number of delegates is 20. As places are limited, delegates are encouraged to book early.

Registration includes: Full workshop attendance for Saturday 5th & Sunday 6th June 2021 Workshop lunches, morning & afternoon teas (as per program) Dinner (excluding drinks).

AGES MembershipComplimentary membership is available to RANZCOG trainees who reside in Australia or New Zealand in 2021. As you click through the registration process, please ensure you sign up to as a AGES Trainee Member to secure registration discounts.

Workshop RegistrationMember: $680 Non-Member: $850

**Please note that Members have priority in attending the AGES Trainee Workshop

IUGA 46th Annual Meeting 2021
2021-06-27 00:00 - 2021-06-30 23:59

AGES & Endometriosis Australia Webinar: Advances in Endometriosis and Pelvic Pain Management
2021-08-19 19:00 - 20:30 | Virtual Event (ZOOM Webinar)
On Thursday 19th August 2021 from 7.00pm – 8.20pm AEST, AGES, in conjunction with Endometriosis Australia, will be hosting a webinar.

Join us as we shine a light on ultrasound and endometriosis, BOTOX for the pelvic floor, and medical marijuana for pelvic pain. Hear the patient experience and share in our live panel from AGES and Endometriosis Australia.

Similar to our previous webinars, you can choose to register for this webinar and join live on the evening to be involved in live Q&A, or alternatively watch it later through the members’ section of our AGES website, where a recording will be available to view.

Register Here!

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(07) 3368 2422https://www.ages.com.ausecretariat@ages.com.au

AGES Lap-Dissection Workshop *sold out*
2021-08-28 07:15 - 17:30, 2022-05-21 00:00 - 23:59, 2022-05-22 00:00 - 23:59, 2022-09-10 00:00 - 23:59 | MERF Brisbane, Staib Road, Chermside, QLD, 4032, Australia
For further information regarding our LAP-D Workshops please visit the below website.

AGES M&M Webinar 2021
2021-09-22 19:00 - 20:00 | Virtual Event (Zoom), Australia
The Morbidity & Mortality (M&M) webinar held in conjunction with SurgicalPerformance will give clinicians an opportunity to review medical management, create self-awareness, generate insights about patient care and identify areas of improvement.

On Wednesday 22nd September 2021 from 7.00pm – 8.00pm AEST, AGES, in conjunction with SurgicalPerformance, will be hosting an M&M webinar.

Similar to our previous webinars, you can choose to register for this webinar and join live on the evening to be involved in live Q&A, or alternatively watch it later through the members’ section of our AGES website, where a recording will be available to view.

AGES M&M Live Webinar – Member’s only!Wednesday, 22nd September 20215.00pm AWST6.30pm ACST7.00pm AEST

51st ICS Annual Meeting 2021 Online
2021-10-12 00:00 - 2021-10-15 23:59
The opportunity to meet and exchange knowledge, experience, and ideas – on pelvic flood disorders, urinary incontinence, pelvic prolapse, LUTS and related issues – in 2021, regardless of the format of the meeting, is crucial for researchers and healthcare professionals. Now is the time to encourage the community to share their research and drive science and patient care forward.

HKGES-APGET Webinar (II): Technical and fertility aspects of laparoscopic myomectomy
2021-10-16 17:00 - 19:00 | Virtual Event (Host City – Hong Kong), Hong Kong
Topic:

HKGES – APGET Webinar (II): Technical and fertility aspects of laparoscopic myomectomy

Description:

The HKGES – APGET 2nd Joint Webinar on “ Technical and fertility aspects of laparoscopic myomectomy” will be held on 16th October (Saturday). This event will feature two renowned experts in the field to share their expertise and experience in performing laparoscopic myomectomy surgery.

Speakers:

Prof. Alan Lam – Director of Centre for Advanced Reproductive Endosurgery (C.A.R.E) Sydney, AustraliaProf. Tin-chiu Li – Department of O&G, The Chinese University of Hong KongTime

Time:

Oct 16, 2021 03:00 PM in Hong Kong SAR (HKT, GMT+8)

*Please note when adding this event to your calendar, the event will populate with a generic time. It is vital that you check the current program available on the event website for the correct program timings.

AGES Hologic Hysteroscopic Surgery: an Australian and UK Perspective Webinar
2021-10-20 18:00 - 19:30 | Virtal Event (Zoom)
PresentersProfessor Jason Abbott and Professor Justin Clark

Presentation and discussion on respective national approaches to hysteroscopic surgery. We will focus on treatment of polyps, myomas and retained products of conception, including the differences between inpatient and outpatient sites of service. Evidence-based data, surgical techniques and organisational issues will be discussed.

CostMembers: Complimentary Non-Members: $50.00

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FIGO World Congress 2021
2021-10-24 00:00 - 2021-10-29 23:59 | Sydney, Sydney, NSW, 2000, Australia
The triennial FIGO World Congress is the most important global academic event in the specialties of gynecology and obstetrics. Join FIGO’s 132 member societies, obstetricians and gynecologists, midwives, nurses, NGOs, patients, advocates and other specialists and industries in the field of women’s health and policy, alongside decision makers. From 24 – 29 October 2021, up to 8,000 delegates will gather to learn, educate, exchange ideas, build alliances, and propose concrete solutions to the important challenges in women’s sexual and reproductive health.

AGES XXXI Annual Scientific Meeting 2021 - Virtual Meeting
2021-10-28 09:00 - 2021-10-30 17:00
Leading the new Paradigm

Registrations are now openVisit the event website to register to attend

Virtual Meeting Announcement, a message from AGES:

On behalf of Dr Stephen Lyons, AGES President, Dr Michael Wynn-Williams, ASM21 Conference Chair and AGES Treasurer, the ASM21 Organising Committee and the entire AGES Board, we wish to advise that due to the ongoing lockdowns and travel restrictions across Australia and New Zealand, the AGES XXXI Annual Scientific Meeting 2021 will, unfortunately, be held as a fully virtual meeting on 28th – 30th October 2021, and the AGES XXII Pelvic Floor Symposium will not proceed in 2021.

With the uncertainty around travel, quarantine and lockdowns, there is no realistic way that AGES can facilitate a face-to-face element of either meeting at this time. While we are disappointed that we are not able to meet in person, the AGES Board have agreed that this is the best option to move forward, highlighting that the health and wellbeing of our members and delegates remain at the forefront of our minds.

The AGES Pelvic Floor Committee are currently working to confirm a webinar to be held in early December, and further details will be made available in the coming months.

As always, your ongoing support of AGES is greatly appreciated. If you have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to contact a team member at ages@yrd.com.au

We look forward to seeing you online in October and look forward to meeting face-to-face for the 2022 Annual Scientific Meeting on 10th – 12th March 2022 at the Crown Promenade Melbourne.

Stay positive and test negative!

Welcome Letter

COVID-19 has changed much of the way of life that we had grown accustomed to. The dramatic effects of the pandemic have created a stark definition between our pre and post COVID-19 existence. A significant change has been thrust upon us suddenly and without warning and we have been forced to adapt professionally and socially.

Although more change is sure to come, we are delighted to invite you to the 2021 AGES ASM, ‘Leading the new Paradigm’. This will be an AGES ASM with a difference! We look forward to inviting members from all around the world to our first Virtual ASM.

The 2021 AGES ASM will offer the best of previous ASMs including live surgery, panel discussions, and international guest speakers from around the world.

We will also hear from acclaimed national speakers who specialize in leadership and adaptation including; ‘Change Agent’ Kirstin Ferguson and Resilience and leadership expert, Heidi Dening. Comedian and climate activist Craig Reucassel will close this meeting with what is sure to be a mixture of entertainment and enlightenment.

Our new paradigm meeting will showcase members of the AGES community who are leading change within Australia and New Zealand on sustainability, wellbeing and innovation. We will also debut a session solely dedicated to surgical videos submitted by AGES members and trainees.

Our organising committee is excited to bring you this ASM program, aiming to equip us all for ‘Leading the new Paradigm’.

Michael Wynn-Williams – ASM Chair, AGES DirectorKirsten Connan – Scientific Co-chair, AGES DirectorHelen Green – Scientific Co-chair, AGES Director

Artwork – Sally Ann Harrison AGES Art Prize winner – 2020/2021

* Please ensure that you check back here for the most up to date information regarding dates as we closely monitor the ongoing pandemic and its impact on the scheduling of AGES workshops and events.

Please note when adding this event to your calendar, the event will populate with a generic time. It is vital that you check the current program available on the event website for the correct program timings before making travel arrangements.For any further information or assistance please contact the AGES Secretariat via email, ages@yrd.com.au or phone, 07 3368 2422.

50th AAGL Annual Global Congress on MIGS
2021-11-14 00:00 - 2021-11-18 23:59 | Austin Convention Center, 6757 Katella Avenue, Austin, Texas, 90630, United States

AGES Avant Borrowing to Invest in Your Future Webinar
2021-11-24 19:00 - 20:00 | Virtal Event (Zoom)
Please join us for the AGES Avant Borrowing to Invest in Your Future Webinar on Wednesday, 24th November 2021.

A diverse portfolio is a great way of ensuring your financial security. Residential property is a popular investment choice for doctors, however, there are other options to consider, such as shares, managed funds, and commercial property. If you are starting or already own your practice, buying the practice property has significant advantages but there are many factors to consider before you make a final purchasing decision. In this webinar, the financial planning professionals from Doctors Wealth Management will share expert advice on borrowing to invest, explore the potential tax benefits and discuss aligning investments with your financial goals. Kooyong, Avant’s finance partner and lending specialists for doctors, will provide key insights into the financial implications that need to be understood to make the best financing decisions for unique personal circumstances and goals. This session will: – Unpack the concept of borrowing to invest, including negative gearing, margin calls and taxation treatment of interest costs and investment returns.– Explore the pros and cons of potential investment options as well as helping you understand your individual attitudes towards risk– Uncover the questions to ask as you start considering the options whether you’re looking to buy the property you’re leasing, starting a practice from scratch, or expanding by purchasing a bigger or subsequent property.– Learn about the finance features, structures and options available for purchasing your practice premises to help determine your best scenarioCost:Members: ComplimentaryNon-Members: $50.00

AGES Recurrent Vaginal Prolapse and the Future of Pelvic Floor Repair Webinar
2021-12-02 18:00 - 19:00 | Virtual Event (Zoom), Australia
Please join us for the AGES Recurrent Vaginal Prolapse and the Future of Pelvic Floor Repair Webinar on Thursday, 2nd December 2021.

Our world-class urogynaecologists, Dr Gil Burton, Dr Anna Rosamillia and Dr Vivien Yang will present their state-of-the-art lectures, share their wisdom in the area of vaginal mesh uncertainties and address the concerns of gynaecologists with special interest in pelvic floor surgery, particularly on management of recurrent vaginal prolapse and laparovaginal prolapse repair.

CostMembers: Complimentary Non-Members: $50.00

6th European Endometriosis Congress
2021-12-16 00:00 - 2021-12-17 23:59

AGES Lap-Dissection Workshop (AATP Only)
2022-02-05 00:00 - 23:59, 2022-02-06 00:00 - 23:59 | MERF Brisbane, Staib Road, Chermside, QLD, 4032, Australia

Medtronic Advanced TLH Virtual Meeting
2022-02-08 19:00 - 21:00
As part of Medtronic’s commitment to ongoing education, in partnership with the Monash Gynaecological Endoscopy Unit and AGES, Medtronic is pleased to present this Virtual Advanced TLH learning opportunity. With a focus on Advanced Anatomical complexities, this workshop is designed to address the complexities in anatomy, preparation for unexpected challenges, skill acquisition and demonstrate a variety of techniques needed to be able to perform more complex hysterectomies.We invite you to join this advanced virtual workshop.Date: February 8th, 2022.Time: 7:00pm AEDT (5:00pm AWST, 6:00pm AEST 9:00pm NZST) via a Zoom platformThe virtual presentations will cover:• Advanced Anatomy complexities• Complex hysterectomy: Fibroids and Caesareans• Complex hysterectomy: Complex endometriosis and anatomical distortion• Q&AFacilitators & Presenters: • A/Prof Jim Tsaltas • Dr Tony Lawrence • Dr Lior Levy • Dr Weng Chan • Dr Phil Thomas • Dr Roni Ratner • Dr Kate Tyson • Dr Lima Wetherell

Test event
2022-02-18 08:00 - 17:00

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2022-02-18 08:00 - 17:00

Endometriosis and Adenomyosis Unlocked Symposium
2022-03-27 08:00 - 2022-03-28 11:30
Endometriosis and Adenomyosis Unlocked – a clinical research symposium

Monash University and the World Endometriosis Society are running an Endometriosis and Adenomyosis Symposium on 27 and 28 May 2022. This clinical research symposium will be a hybrid event that is open to the general public and will be of interest to gynaecologists, general practitioners, registrars, nurses and allied health professionals.

We are thrilled to have confirmed the following plenary speakers:– A/Prof Sawsan As-Sanie (USA) – How Does Assessing the Patient Burden of Endometriosis Help the Clinician?– Prof Ben Mol (AUS) – Quality of Research in Endometriosis– Prof Mario Malzoni (ITA) – Minimally-Invasive Surgical Techniques for the Management of Severe Endometriosis– Prof Andrew Horne (GBR) – Engaging Patients in Endometriosis Research – A Personal Experience

EARLY BIRD REGISTRATION CLOSES 12/5/2022

AGES M&M Webinar 2022
2022-05-11 19:00 - 20:00
The Morbidity & Mortality (M&M) webinar held in conjunction with SurgicalPerformance will give clinicians an opportunity to review medical management, create self-awareness, generate insights about patient care and identify areas of improvement. Join us to hear cases from Dr Vijay Roach & A/Prof Anusch Yazdani.The webinar will run on Wednesday 11th March 2022 from 7.00pm AEST.AGES M&M Live Webinar – Member’s only!Wednesday, 11th March 20215.00pm AWST6.30pm ACST7.00pm AEST9.00pm NZSTJoin live on the evening to be involved in live Q&A, or alternatively, watch it later through the members’ section of our AGES website.

J&J Complex TLH Webinar
2022-05-19 17:45 - 19:45 | Rubyos Restaurant, 89 York Street, Sydney, NSW, 2000, Australia
Improving outcomes in Complex Total Laparoscopic Hysterectomy – Dine & Learn

This Dine & Learn experience will run on Thursday, 19th May 2022 from 5:45pm.

Hysterectomy is the most frequent gynecological procedure performed. There are many benefits of laparoscopic hysterectomy including lower intraoperative blood loss, shorter hospitalization and less infections. The drawbacks are potential injuries to the urinary tract and longer operation time. However, the wider use of laparoscopic approach and improvement of surgeons’ skills can decrease the incidence of complications.1 Join our regional experts as they share various advancements in their techniques, experience and evidence in their surgical approach to improve patient outcomes.

AGES Medtronic Webinar - The Science Behind Energy Devices
2022-05-25 19:00 - 20:00 | Virtual Event (Zoom), Australia
The Medtronic Webinar – Science Behind Energy Devices will give clinicians an opportunity to discuss the science that goes into creating Medtronic energy devices as well as a chance to learn about the research and development process. Join us to hear from the Medtronic Global R&D lead Bruce Dunne, and the Medtronic R&D team.

The Webinar will run on Wednesday 25th May 2022 from 7:00pm AEST.

Join us live on the evening to watch this fantastic webinar!

AGES XXII Pelvic Floor Symposium 2022
2022-06-03 00:00 - 2022-06-04 23:59 | Adelaide Convention Centre, North Terrace, Adelaide, SA, 5000, Australia
Dear colleagues,

How can we reflect on the two years that have gone by since the advent of our global pandemic? It’s been a time we would rather forget, and yet it keeps rearing its ugly head and lashing its barbed tail again and again. Within Australia, our colleagues on the east coast have borne the brunt of the pandemic, however, it is worth remembering that, for the most part, we have been fortunate to be in Australia.

It’s time to reflect on the things that bring us together, and it’s in this spirit that we have launched the 2022 AGES Pelvic Floor meeting, crossing our fingers that we will all be able to meet in person and share things face to face. We will be focussing our minds on inclusion, healing, and recovery in all its varying colours and shades.

We will be talking about mesh (again!) and the alternatives, prolapse throughout the lifespan of a woman, discussing pain and sexual function. All this and so much more.

With the change of timing to June 3rd and 4th, we are in the process of finalising our international speakers and will get back to you as soon as possible with the confirmed list. Be assured that we will have some truly world-class speakers with relevance to the day-to-day practice of gynaecology.

Look forward to catching up and learning something along the way.

Kind Regards,

Emma ReadmanChair & AGES Board Member

Fariba Behnia-Willison & George CondousScientific Co-Chairs & AGES Board Members

*Please note when adding this event to your calendar, the event will populate with a generic time. It is vital that you check the current program available on the event website for the correct program timings before making travel arrangements. For any further information or assistance please contact the AGES Secretariat via email, ages@yrd.com.au or phone, 07 3368 2422.

AGES/RANZCOG Trainee Workshop 2022 *SOLD OUT*
2022-06-18 00:00 - 2022-06-19 23:59 | Royal Australasian College of Surgeons (RACS), College Of Surgeons Gardens, 250/290 Spring St, East Melbourne, Melbourne, VIC, 3002, Australia
AGES/RANZCOG Trainee Workshop 2022

The aim of the course is to teach trainees of all levels the practice and principles of laparoscopic adnexal surgery and laparoscopic suturing techniques.

The maximum number of delegates is 20. As places are limited, delegates are encouraged to book early.

Registration includes: Full workshop attendance for Saturday 18th & Sunday 19th June 2022 Workshop lunches, morning & afternoon teas (as per program) Dinner (excluding drinks).

AGES MembershipComplimentary membership is available to RANZCOG trainees who reside in Australia or New Zealand in 2022. As you click through the registration process, please ensure you sign up as an AGES Trainee Member to secure registration discounts.

Workshop RegistrationMember: $680 Non-Member: $850

**Please note that Members have priority in attending the AGES Trainee Workshop

Event Program

*Please note when adding this event to your calendar, the event will populate with a generic time. It is vital that you check the current program available on the event website for the correct program timings before making travel arrangements.For any further information or assistance please contact the AGES Secretariat via email, ages@yrd.com.au or phone, 07 3368 2422.

AGES Focus Meeting 2022
2022-08-11 00:00 - 2022-08-12 23:59 | Millennium Hotel, 32 Frankton Road, Queenstown, 9300, New Zealand
Registrations for the Focus Meeting 2022 are now open!

Dear Colleagues,I would like to take this opportunity to invite you to join us in beautiful Queenstown, New Zealand, for the AGES 2022 Focus Meeting. Overseas travel has been a distant memory for many of us, but with the opening of the NZ borders, our Australian members can now travel abroad, spread our wings and be educated. We are looking forward to reconnecting with our New Zealand colleagues and sharing our combined knowledge. Pack your passport and your winter woollies!The theme, ‘Integration through Innovation’, has allowed us to curate a program with wide appeal to our membership; the local organising committee believe there is something for everyone in there. We will take you on a journey through the future of women’s health with a plenary session involving leaders in this field and further cover topics including surgical innovation through technology, midlife management, evidence-based pregnancy care, and the oncology biology. We will also have a session from the STAG simulation team, where players will pitch against each other to win a coveted title – all to be revealed later…. Our final session will be a series of puzzling cases and tales of the unexpected.So please join us for this exciting meeting…..

*Please note when adding this event to your calendar, the event will populate with a generic time. It is vital that you check the current program available on the event website for the correct program timings before making travel arrangements. For any further information or assistance please contact the AGES Secretariat via email, ages@yrd.com.au or phone, 07 3368 2422.
