605-URO_SIG
Urogynecologic Skills for the Gynecologic Specialist

Chairs: Lisa C. Hickman, Lauren Siff

Faculty: Jo Hill, Krista Reagan

Description: This course provides a comprehensive review of principles and techniques employed by urogynecologists that may not be in the typical arsenal of gynecologic specialists. This will include vulvar, vaginal and bladder procedures, relevant to the gynecologic specialist. Experts in urogynecology will educate on cystoscopic diagnoses and procedures, prophylactic apical support procedures and techniques for vaginal cuff closure, tricks for vaginal morcellating enlarged uteri and other vulvovaginal procedures such as vulvar surgery and injections. Videos will be utilized to reinforce techniques, relevant anatomy will be reviewed, and common diagnoses appreciated by (uro)gynecologists will be highlighted. Evidenced based review of these techniques will be highlighted when available. Time will be reserved for an "Ask the Experts" at the end and attendees will be encouraged to provide challenging cases in which the expertise of a urogynecologist may have been helpful.

Learning Objectives: At the end of this course, the participant will be able to: 1) Outline common cystoscopic diagnoses and understand basic bladder procedures; 2) Employ techniques for more efficient vaginal cuff closure, uterine morcellation, and prophylactic apical support procedures after hysterectomy; and 3) Recognize the relevant vulvovaginal anatomy and how it pertains to procedures being performed.

Course Outline

1:30 PM Welcome, Introduction and Course Overview
L. Hickman

1:35 PM Tips and Tricks for Vaginal Cuff Closure/Removing Big Uteri
K. Reagan

2:00 PM Cystoscopy 201: Diagnostic Findings and How To's for Basic Bladder Procedures
J. Hill

2:25 PM Pelvic Floor Injections: Anatomy, Indications, and Techniques
L. Hickman

2:50 PM Considerations for Vulvar Surgery
L. Siff

3:15 PM Discussion Questions & Answers

3:30 PM​​​​​​ The Urogynecology Special Interest Group Interactive Townhall!
Stick around after the main session for an engaging and interactive townhall with our Special Interest Group. We’ll discuss the group’s current focus areas, highlight key initiatives, and share what’s on the horizon for next year. This is a great opportunity to connect, ask questions, and help shape the direction ahead. All are welcome — we’d love to hear from you!

4:15 pm Adjourn