The American Association of Gynecologic Laparoscopists (AAGL) announces the 51st Global Congress on Minimally Invasive Gynecologic Surgery (MIGS), December 1-4, 2022. AAGL's Congress, the premier scientific conference for gynecologic surgeons from around the world, offers high-quality education and cutting-edge best practices in MIGS.
CYPRESS, Calif., October 19, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- AAGL Global Congress registration is filling at a record-breaking pace as the global association prepares to welcome physicians from all over the world online and at the Gaylord Rockies Convention Center in Aurora, Colorado, USA. The theme of this year's Global Congress, "Dissemination of MIGS Care: Improving Access for All" captures AAGL's global vision to combine the wealth of experience of our worldwide physicians and best identify ways to improve access to quality MIGS care for all women, including those in underserved populations.
This robust, four-day, scientific program, thoughtfully developed by Dr. Andrew I. Sokol and the Scientific Program Committee, includes CME (Continuing Medical Education) on all modalities of MIGS access, including 22 Postgraduate Courses, 12 Oral Sessions, 8 Panel Discussions, 6 Surgical Tutorials, 22 Luncheon Round Tables, a Virtual Poster area in the Exhibit Hall with narration from presenters, and 5 Pre-recorded and Live Surgeries. Attendees will receive training on topics such as Low-cost Vaginal Surgery, Endometriosis, Fibroids, Pelvic Pain, Nerve Sparing, Suturing, Oncology, Gender Affirmation Surgery, Disparities in Access to Care, vNOTES, Hysteroscopy, Laparoscopy, Robotics and more.
Six dynamic General Sessions punctuate the event and include the very popular AAGL MED Talks, pre-recorded surgeries, and this year's Keynote Address Speaker, world renown community advocate, Dr. Rajiv J. Shah. Dr. Shah is President of the Rockefeller Foundation, former USAID Administrator, recipient of the Secretary of State's Distinguished Service Award and the U.S. Global Leadership Award, and is a community advocate whose work has promoted the well-being of humanity around the world.
In addition to the exciting program line up, the AAGL Global Congress has fun social events and an engaging and interactive Exhibit Hall that provides an opportunity for device, pharmaceutical, and other medical technology companies to present their products and services to our attendees. Booths are staffed by knowledgeable industry representatives who also present product theaters and evening symposia to connect attendees with the latest innovations in the industry. There will also be a Suturing Competition headed by Dr. Charles H. Koh.
"The 2022 AAGL Global Congress is an incredible opportunity for learning and collaborating with colleagues from across the globe to advance progress in minimally invasive gynecologic surgery and to improve access to quality healthcare for all women." Andrew I. Sokol, 2022 Scientific Program Chair and AAGL in-coming President.
As in years past, the AAGL Global Congress on MIGS is the premier academic event of the year for personal and professional development in Minimally Invasive Gynecologic Surgery. Registration and general information about the meeting are available at the AAGL Global Congress webpage.
"We are excited to welcome our members to this year's Global Congress where we not only give them the tools they need to advance their skills, but also provide encouragement and inspiration as they meet with their peers in an invigorating education environment," Linda Michels, AAGL Executive Director.
2022 AAGL Global Congress Highlight Video: https://youtu.be/tnfv5I1LLLg
About AAGL
AAGL is an international professional medical association of laparoscopic surgeons and the global leader in minimally invasive gynecologic surgery. AAGL's mission is to elevate the quality and safety of health care for women through excellence in clinical practice, education, research, innovation, and advocacy. Since 1971, the AAGL has educated the world's finest surgeons and facilitated a global exchange of information regarding gynecological breakthroughs and best practices to improve women's health worldwide. Find out more about the AAGL at: http://www.aagl.org.
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