The Society of Gynecologic Surgeons
presents its
18th Annual Postgraduate Course in
ADVANCED GYNECOLOGIC SURGERY
October 2-4, 2008
Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Resort
Lake Buena Vista, Florida
Needs Assessment | Learning Objectives | Accreditation
Needs
Assessment
Advanced gynecologic surgical problems, including urinary incontinence, pelvic organ prolapse and difficult abdominal operations, are seen increasingly as our population ages. Women desire to improve their quality of life and are more aware of possible surgical therapies for these problems. One in every nine women will undergo surgery for urinary incontinence/pelvic organ prolapse in her lifetime and one-third of these women will require more than one operation.
This course focuses on the etiology, pathophysiology, evaluation and surgical management of the full spectrum of advanced gynecologic surgical problems and approaches. This course is targeted to general gynecologists, physicians in training, and other pelvic floor health providers who desire advanced training in gynecologic surgery.
Learning
Objectives
At the conclusion of this course, participants should be able to:
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Outline surgical anatomy of the female pelvis and the biomechanics related to continence and support.
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Plan surgical strategies through office evaluation of advanced gynecologic problems including prolapse and incontinence.
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Discuss indications, principles, techniques, results and complications of advanced gynecologic surgical procedures.
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Describe techniques to prevent, recognize and repair intraoperative complications including urinary tract, neurologic and vascular injuries.
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Summarize the relationship of vaginal birth to female pelvic floor dysfunction.
Accreditation
Statements
This activity has been planned and implemented in accordance with the Essential Areas and Policies of the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education through the joint sponsorship of the American Society for Reproductive Medicine and the Society of Gynecologic Surgeons. The American Society for Reproductive Medicine is accredited by the ACCME to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
AMA. The American Society for Reproductive Medicine designates this educational activity for a maximum of 16.5 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™. Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
ACOG. The American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists has assigned 17 cognate credits to this program.