Author: Kenita Hidalgo

2022 Year in Review

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_single_image image=”4549″ img_size=”full”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]The AAGL has had many notable accomplishments in this past year. Some of these accomplishments built upon foundations laid for years by those who have gone before us, and other accomplishments blazed...

AAGL Announcements

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_single_image image=”4579″ img_size=”full”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] We Value Your Input:  Join a Committee AAGL invites you to volunteer for a committee to ensure you’re getting the most out of your membership. You’ll collaborate with other leaders in your...

Spotlight On: Urogynecology

Sacral neuromodulation (SNM) is a well-established minimally invasive treatment utilized for more than 20 years to treat overactive bladder syndrome (OAB) refractory to conservative and/or pharmacological treatment1-3.

AAGL22 Global Congress – That’s A Wrap!

The 2022 AAGL Global Congress was a tremendous success! It was wonderful to welcome back so many of our colleagues from all around the world. This year, we had a truly global representation of 1786 attendees from 57 different countries. I’d like to thank the Scientific Program Committee and the 290 faculty for their fabulous contributions to the Congress.

Oh What Foundation Fun

As 2022 comes to an end, I want to take a moment to say thank you to our donors for your support, Because of your generosity we are having an extremely successful year!

EMIGS: An Epic Year of Accomplishment

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_single_image image=”4588″ img_size=”full”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]2022 has marked a year of remarkable progress for AAGL’s Essentials in Minimally Invasive Gynecologic Surgery (EMIGS) program. The expansion of EMIGS is made possible by initiatives introduced by the American Board...

SurgeryU: 2022 Was a BIG Year!

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_single_image image=”3186″ img_size=”full”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]As another year ends, I look back at 2022 with fond memories and pride for all that we have accomplished.  First and foremost, I want to thank the AAGL SurgeryU Team and...

Patient Advocacy and Education at AAGL22

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_single_image image=”4392″ img_size=”full”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Our annual AAGL Global Congress is a mere few weeks away. Of course, it will be a great time to reconnect with old friends, make new friends, and learn cutting edge surgery...

Countdown to Congress Has Begun!

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_single_image image=”4396″ img_size=”full”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]With only six weeks to go until we meet in Aurora, CO, top-tier minimally invasive gynecologic surgeons from 26 countries worldwide are making final edits on their presentations, hotel rooms are filling...

EMIGS Continues Its Strong Momentum

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_single_image image=”4309″ img_size=”full” onclick=”custom_link” link=”https://www.aagl.org/emigs/”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]AAGL’s EMIGS program continues its unprecedented roll-out and is positioned to lead the future of minimally invasive gynecologic surgery (MIGS). American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG) Council on Resident...

Recognizing Extraordinary Physicians

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_single_image image=”3889″ img_size=”full”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]The Foundation of the AAGL recognize physicians every year who exemplify the highest values of leadership, mentorship, and dedication to the care of patients. We look forward to recognizing our 2022 Foundation...

AAGL’s 17th International Meeting Set for Rome!

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_single_image image=”4419″ img_size=”full” onclick=”custom_link” img_link_target=”_blank” link=”https://ssl.bluevents.it/evento.asp?evID=51&IDm=840″][vc_column_text]GYNITALY 2023, the 17th AAGL International Meeting on Minimally Invasive Gynecological Surgery (MIGS), will be held in conjunction with the European Society of Gynaecological Endoscopy (ESGE) on May 7...

Spotlight On: Endometriosis

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_single_image image=”3919″ img_size=”full”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]This month we are spotlighting Endometriosis and articles from the Endometriosis Special Interest Group led by Cindy Mosbrucker, MD, Chair and Jeffrey Arrington, MD, Vice-Chair. SurgeryU features hundreds of high-definition surgical videos...

Happenings from FMIGS

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_single_image image=”4363″ img_size=”full”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Greetings everyone and happy summer! The close of each program year is bittersweet as endings meld with beginnings. For many of us, it is simultaneously a time of reflection as well as...

Education Line-Up at AAGL22

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_single_image image=”4337″ img_size=”full”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]We are now less than 3 months away from the most anticipated event of the year, the 2022 AAGL 51st Global Congress in beautiful Aurora, Colorado. If you haven’t registered to attend,...

SurgeryU Upcoming Webinars

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_single_image image=”3186″ img_size=”full”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]As summer is coming to an end, I hope everyone took some much-needed time for rest and relaxation. As I look back on my past five plus years at the helm of...

Spotlight On: Oncology

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_single_image image=”3649″ img_size=”full”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]This month we are spotlighting Oncology and articles from the Oncology Special Interest Group led by Edward Tanner, MD, MBA, Chair and Fernando Heredia, MD, Vice-Chair. SurgeryU features hundreds of high-definition surgical...

New Endometriosis ICD Codes for 2023

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_single_image image=”4371″ img_size=”full”][vc_column_text]New Endometriosis ICD codes for 2023 (effective Oct 1, 2022) Previously, the codes for endometriosis were limited. The codes did not specify side, depth of invasion or associated symptoms. As you might...